The BackBeat Podcast.

(Ir)regular episode updates on the Australian Music Industry, direct to your ears. Featuring interviews and performances with guest artists and industry pro's, letting you know what really goes on behind the scenes.

The BackBeat Podcast aims to bring the behind-the-scenes of the Australian Music industry to the audience, with an entertaining yet honest, transparent look into all facets of the industry, all while bringing new local music to new ears.

We’re working out the kinks here, but we hope you’ll stick around - we promise we’ve got a great playlist for the ride.

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Sep 1, 2025

EPISODE 59: (NOT) TAKING A BREAK WITH SHERRI PARRY

Sep 1, 2025

I caught up with Sherri Parry and Tom Hadlow for what is my first face-to-face chat in nearly 3 years now. The Bendigo-based muso’s gave us a sneak-peek rundown of Sherri’s upcoming album ‘Mosquito’ in lead up to the album launch at Studio 66 on September 13 - if you haven’t already, get your tickets now because this show is not one to miss!

Sep 1, 2025

Jun 17, 2025

EPISODE 58: ON THE SCENE WITH BABYSHAKES FROM FULL FLOWER MOON BAND

Jun 17, 2025

It’s a special Backbeat episode as Sam from Earth Cadet jumps into the hosting chair. This week he is chatting to Kate “Babyshakes” Dillon, the electric front person of one of Australia’s hottest rock acts - Full Flower Moon Band. They chat about FFMB’s new single “Scene” a collab with Lydia from New York firebrands Gustaf, the upcoming FFMB European tour and all the wash up a year on from their all conquering, ARIA topping album “Megaflower”.

Jun 17, 2025

REVIEWS

Reviews

Nov 29, 2025

LIVE REVIEW: DAVID DAMIANO @ THE ENMORE

Nov 29, 2025

The mark of a good artist is one who can connect with their audience, try new things/genres, all while remaining true to themselves. While his solo career may show him in a new light, it’s clear he’s a star no matter what.

Nov 29, 2025

Nov 26, 2025

LIVE REVIEW: KOKOROKO @ THE FORUM, MELBOURNE

Nov 26, 2025

London jazz collective Kokoroko brought warmth and groove to The Forum in Melbourne on 21 November 2025, joined by Setwun & The Soulstranauts.

Nov 26, 2025

Aug 21, 2025

LIVE REVIEW: JOSIAH & THE BONNEVILLES @ OXFORD ART FACTORY SYDNEY 20/08/2025

Aug 21, 2025

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Feb 5, 2025

Q&A: KATCHAFIRE

Feb 5, 2025

Sofia bunkered down to put together a Q&A with NZ Reggae Roots band Katchafire, ahead of their visit ‘over the ditch’ with ‘Over the Ditch’ Festival!

Feb 5, 2025

Nov 28, 2024

AUS MUSIC T-SHIRT DAY!

Nov 28, 2024

Hello good friends, and a very Happy Aus Music T-Shirt Day! It’s one of our favourite days of the year here at Backbeat, and to celebrate, we’ve teamed up with our friends at Bendigo Records to take you through some of the crews’ chosen shirts of 2024.

Nov 28, 2024