The Gig Life Podcast

The Gig Life Podcast

By Stevie Taylor

Yo! I'm Stevie Taylor! Join me for an intimate, behind-the-scenes journey into the world of professional music-making. The Gig Life Podcast features candid conversations with musicians, producers, performers, and industry professionals who share their unfiltered stories from the stage, studio, and road. What sets this podcast apart is the relaxed interview style. Forget formal, rigid Q&As—these conversations flow naturally, as if you’re eavesdropping on two friends catching up over coffee or drinks. A warm approach creates a comfortable space where guests open up, share laughs, and reveal personal insights they might not disclose in traditional interviews. Each episode pulls back the curtain on the realities of building a career in music, showcasing diverse voices primarily from Australia and New Zealand’s vibrant music scenes, alongside international guests who bring global perspectives. From breakthrough moments to challenging setbacks, creative processes to business insights, these authentic discussions reveal what it truly means to live the gig life. Whether you’re a music industry professional, an aspiring artist, or simply curious about the human stories behind the music you love, tune in to experience the genuine connections with each guest—making you feel like you’re right there in the room, hanging out with friends who just happen to have fascinating stories from the music world.
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07/18/25

160. Charlie Wooton & Arsène DeLay

My guests today — joining me all the way from New Orleans — are Charlie Wooton and Arsene DeLay. Charlie’s a monster bass player, originally from Lafayette, Louisiana. He’s toured the world, played with legends like Cyril Neville, Doug Wimbish, and S… Read more

07/06/25

159. Brett Garsed (John Farnham / Nelson / Horizon)

My guest today is Brett Garsed. A guitar virtuoso, Brett is renowned for his work with John Farnham and is also well known for his hybrid picking technique and legato-style guitar playing. “Brett Garshred,” some call him. Brett takes us through his m… Read more

06/22/25

158. Ali Foster (Hussy Hicks / Beccy Cole)

My guest today is Ali Foster. From growing up in Western Sydney with a musical family, to earning stripes in jazz at the Con, hitting the road with the Hussy Hicks, playing with Beccy Cole, and sharing practice sessions from the back of her van — Ali… Read more

06/12/25

REPLAY - 117. A Few Gig Tales #2

First published in 2021, A Few Gig Tales is coming back! Check out this previous episode in the popular series.    This is A Few Gig Tales #2. Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? In this sub series of The Gig Life Podcast, you will hear som… Read more

06/01/25

157. Chris Kamzelas (Russell Crowe / Rocking Byrds )

My guest today is Chris Kamzelas A guitarist from Sydney, Chris first came onto my radar back in the early 2000s as he was part of the Australian Idol band. He was also in the first band of The Voice Australia. Since then he’s gone on to play with e… Read more

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