Long Way to the Top

Music Podcasts

This is Long Way to the Top with Shayne Brian. In the words of the immortal ACDC, "it is harder than it looks". These interviews will give you a glimpse into the lives of the artists that we have sung along with, danced and rocked out to. Some go deep into their past and others celebrate their recent releases, but all of them show that regardless of who you are…it is always a long way to the Top. This series was developed off the back of both The Bad Boys Podcasts and the wonderful chats I have had with artists on LAFM. Some are brand new and some are resurrected interviews from the archives. In some cases I will be joined by my Bad Boys co-host, Andrew Hackett and then other times it is just me, the mic and my musical hero. Even now, after countless interviews, I still get a nervous excitement in chatting with my guests, and I hope that will never change because it is that admiration for their music that I want you to experience as you embark on your journey with them on their long way to the top. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast, Keep on Rocking!

Location:

United States

Genres:

Music Podcasts

Description:

This is Long Way to the Top with Shayne Brian. In the words of the immortal ACDC, "it is harder than it looks". These interviews will give you a glimpse into the lives of the artists that we have sung along with, danced and rocked out to. Some go deep into their past and others celebrate their recent releases, but all of them show that regardless of who you are…it is always a long way to the Top. This series was developed off the back of both The Bad Boys Podcasts and the wonderful chats I have had with artists on LAFM. Some are brand new and some are resurrected interviews from the archives. In some cases I will be joined by my Bad Boys co-host, Andrew Hackett and then other times it is just me, the mic and my musical hero. Even now, after countless interviews, I still get a nervous excitement in chatting with my guests, and I hope that will never change because it is that admiration for their music that I want you to experience as you embark on your journey with them on their long way to the top. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast, Keep on Rocking!

Language:

English

Website:

https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast

Episodes

S2E13 - Deep Purple (Ian Gillan)

3/23/2024

This week we chat with the lead singer of the loudest band on the planet. They were the pioneers of hard rock music and Smoke on the Water has become the number one song for guitar students around the world. With 100 million albums sold worldwide, Deep Purple’s lead singer Ian Gillan is this week’s guest on Long Way to the Top. Catch Deep Purple at Pandemonium Rocks: https://www.pandemonium.rocks/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:16:54

S2E12 - Beasto Blanco (Chuck Garric & Calico Cooper)

3/20/2024

In 2012, Beasto Blanco was formed… a raw, powerful, rock & roll band with a searing, theatrical live experience. Featuring the electrifying collaboration of Nashville-based shock rocker Chuck Garric (bass player for the original shock rocker Alice Cooper) and high priestess Calico Cooper, the spawn of Garric’s boss. Today on the show I am joined by Chuck Garrick and of course the daughter of the legendary Alice Cooper, sometimes known as Machine Girl, Calico Cooper, together they are Beasto Blanco. Take a listen to the new single: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CC2vTEvt2qw Visit Beasto Blanco's Website: https://beastoblanco.com Catch Chuck Garric with Alice Cooper's Band at Pandemonium Rocks: https://www.pandemonium.rocks/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:23

S2E11 - Graham Nash

3/16/2024

This week on the show we go back to the years of protests and flower power with Graham Nash - co founder of the Hollies, described as the glue that held together Crosby Stills Nash and Young, OBE, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - twice, and published photographer. Enjoy Long Way to the Top with Graham Nash. To find out about Graham Nash's tour dates around Australia click here - https://www.grahamnash.com/tourdates Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:02

S2E10 - The Damned (Dave Vanian)

3/14/2024

This week I hand over the interviewing reins to well known Astrologer Jessica Adams as she speaks with Dave Vanian from UK punk group The Damned on the eve of their Australian Tour. A long time fan of the group, Jessica decided to focus on the Astrology of the Damned and the full “Birth Chart” of the damned can be found below along with tour dates around the country. Enjoy this special episode of Long Way to the Top with Jessica Adams, the Astrology of the Damned. Check out the Damned's astrology charts here - https://www.jessicaadams.com/2024/03/12/blog/the-astrology-of-the-damned/ Buy tickets for The Damned in Australia here - https://thephoenix.au/the-damned/#about TOUR DATES Wed, March 20: The Tivoli, Brisbane Thurs, March 21: Enmore Theatre, Sydney Fri, March 22: Northcote Theatre, Melbourne Sun, March 24: Hindley St Music Hall, Adelaide Tues, March 26: Astor Theatre, Perth Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:46

S2E9 - Cog (Lucius Borich)

3/7/2024

Lucius Borich has been playing music since he was 3 years old. Touring with the Kevin Borich Express, performing with Mark Evans of ACDC and Mick Cox of Rose Tattoo in a Rolling Stones cover band, cleverly named the Rolling Clones. And most famously establishing himself as one of the founding members of progressive rock band Cog. With an unabashed inspiration from Tool, Cog soon showed us their own definition of The New Normal and then redefined their sound again with Sharing Space which included themes like 9/11, the occult and political manipulation that seems even more relevant today than it was at the time of release. Proving that now more than ever In Cog We Trust. Cog & Lucius Borich Links... Cog Tour Info - https://www.cog.com.au/ Cog Albums - https://www.rarerecords.com.au/a/search/exclusive?filter_artists=COG Keystone Studios Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/011iaFUfnJubmyAtyeu0Kb?si=4a3c908ee2fa4ab8 Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:14

S2E8 - Glen Matlock (Blondie & The Sex Pistols)

3/2/2024

Blondie are heading down under for the Pandemonium Rocks festival. One of the biggest line ups of international rock artists seen in Australia. Alice Cooper, Placebo, Deep Purple and Blondie. Joining us on the show today is the current bass player for Blondie, a man who was in the mother of all punk bands, The Sex Pistols, Glen Matlock. Find out more about Pandemonium Rocks here - https://www.pandemonium.rocks/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:25:28

S2E7 - Rose Tattoo (Angry Anderson)

2/24/2024

On today's episode of Long Way to the Top I chat the Bad Boy for Love, Angry Anderson about his Southern Stars tour and his upcoming visit to Tasmania. I've spoken to Angry many times, and it's always a rather interesting conversation. It never ever goes where you think it's going to go. And this episode was no different at all. Enjoy this special chat with Angry Anderson from Rose Tattoo. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:37:39

S2E6 - The Psychedelic Furs (Tim Butler)

2/23/2024

Our guest on the show today, Tim Butler from The Psychedelic Furs - established by Tim and his brother Richard. The Psychedelic Furs have 8 albums, a huge album in 1981 called Talk Talk Talk and two massive singles, Love My Way and Pretty In Pink. They are heading to Australia in April for the Pandemonium Rocks Festival. I chat with bass player Tim Butler. Find out more about Pandemonium Rocks here - https://www.pandemonium.rocks/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! (photo: Lisa Marie Hoffer) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:12:56

S2E5 - Hugh Cornwell (The Stranglers)

2/17/2024

He has been described as a poet, a rebel, a committed lover of celluloid. This week’s guest is Hugh Cornwell who was the lead singer and key songwriter for The Stranglers and his song Golden Brown is a songwriting masterclass. We take a look at one of the biggest punk bands of the 70’s and 80’s the stranglers in itself with lyrics that have meanings upon meanings. With a solo album called Moments of Madness, he has come out of the wilderness with a tour around Australia. Hugh Cornwell joins me today on Long Way to the Top. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:42

S2E4 - Wheatus (Brendan B Brown)

2/11/2024

Today’s episode of Long Way to the Top is a little different to my normal shows. Brendan Bernard Brown, commonly known as BBB to fans, is the lead vocalist, guitarist, and the only remaining founding member of Wheatus. He was in Australia ahead of the Pandemonium tour where he will share the stage with Blondie, Deep Purple, Placebo and the legendary Alice Cooper. Instead of doing the interview myself, I handed over the reins a young guy I work with. You could say he is the original Teenage Dirtbag, Nic Groer. I hope you enjoy today’s episode of Long Way to the top as Nic chats with Wheatus. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:42

S2E3 - Diesel (Mark Lizotte)

2/10/2024

Our special guest today has had over 800 ,000 record sales in Australia, nine awards, including Aria Best Male Artist - three times. I caught up with Diesel (Mark Lizotte) at this year's Festavale and he did a brilliant performance. To check out his new album visit his website here - https://dieselmusic.com.au/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:32

S2E2 - The Angels - Nick Norton & Sam Brewster

2/4/2024

There are not many Aussie Bands that can say they started in the 70’s and are still going strong. This year marks The Angels 50th Anniversary. This week on the show I catch up with two of the newest members of the band, front man Nick Norton, and Bass player Sam Brewster to take a look back at the legacy of one of Oz Rocks best rockers. The Angels. Find out more about the band and tour information at https://theangels.com.au/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:25:21

S2E1 - Iva Davies - Icehouse

1/28/2024

We are back with a band new season of Long Way to the Top and our first guest is an absolute favourite of mine, Iva Davies. In fact I have been wanting to interview Icehouse for a long time. Icehouse have been part of Oz Rock history for over 40 years, three million albums sold just locally, over nine million sold internationally, eight top 10 albums, and over 30 top 40 singles. Icehouse are one of the few Aussie bands that have had success outside of our country. With as many as 19 members in the band during that time, one name has remained the driving force of the band. Enjoy this first episode for 2024 - Iva Davies from Icehouse. Find out more about the band and tour information at https://icehouse-ivadavies.com/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:55

S1E32 - Randall Waller

11/25/2023

What do Shania Twain, rose tattoo, the party boys and Bonnie Tyler have in common, our next guest on Long Way to the top. Randall Waller has been guitarist for many big artists and is the only Aussie so far to perform at the Super Bowl. With a promising band in the 80’s called Avion, the group disbanded when tragedy struck, causing Randall to begin a journey from Frontman to guitarist for some of the biggest artists in the world. Now after 40 years, Randall has just released a brand new album called More which showcases both his singing and guitar skills. If you want to purchase the new album More by Randall Waller then click this link here - https://randallwaller.bandcamp.com/album/more Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:48:21

S1E31 - Brian Canham (Pseudo Echo)

11/10/2023

In the early 80’s a new breed of music came out of the punk scene in the UK. Called New Wave, it was fronted by bands like Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Human League, Devo and ABC. By 1982/83 the British Invasion was well underway and in Australia, shows like Countdown embraced it and New Wave bands became a regular on the show. There was nothing like it in Australia. We had the pub rock bands like Chisel and the experimental bands performance bands like Split Enz but we were waiting for a New Wave act to hit the scene that could match the UK invasion. And then there was a beat for us, and we were suddenly listening to Pseudo Echo. Front man of Pseudo Echo, Brian Canham joins us on this episode of Long Way to the Top. Find out more about the band and tour information at https://www.pseudoecho.net/ Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:44:57

S1E30 - The Police Diaries with Stewart Copeland

10/28/2023

Welcome to this special edition of Long Way to the Top, The Police Diaries. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Stewart Copeland two weeks ago, one of five exclusive interviews in the world. What do you ask someone who started the one of biggest bands in the world? Besides chatting about his new book, The Police Diaries, I had the opportunity to ask Stewart why the Police walked away from everything, the music, the tours and one another. What brought the Police to the end? Enjoy this special episode of Long Way to the Top with Stewart Copeland. Purchase The Police Diaries here: rocket88books.com or www.policediariesbook.com Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:40:52

S1E29 - Joe Satriani

10/14/2023

With over 19 albums and 35 years in the business, Joe Satriani has been nominated for 15 Grammys. He's had over 10 million albums sold and he was inspired to play guitar after the passing of Jimi Hendrix. Joe Satriani taught guitar to Kirk Hammett from Metallica, David Bryson from Counting Crows, and most famously, Steve Vai. With a fascination for space and comic books, most notably Marvel's Silver Surfer, and highly acclaimed albums like Not of This Earth and Surfing with the Alien, Joe Satriani joins us on Long Way to the Top. Enjoy Long Way to the Top with John Corabi. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:15

S1E28 - John Corabi (Motley Crue)

10/8/2023

Today's guest, John Karabi started his music career in 1989 as the frontman of the Scream and then in 1992, some may say that the stars aligned as he was made the lead singer of one of the biggest bands in hard rock, Motley Crue, replacing Vince Neil for a period of four years. Since then this rock journeyman has collaborated with some of the biggest hard rock bands around including Ratt, Brides of Destruction, Union, ESP and more recently the US/Oz collaboration The Dead Daisies, replacing frontman John Stevens. John Karabi was back in Australia doing a stripped down solo tour and promoting his new book, so I took the opportunity to ask him a few questions. Enjoy Long Way to the Top with John Corabi. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:32:58

S1E27 - Glenn A Baker (The Rolling Stones Special)

9/30/2023

Our guest on Long Way to the Top today is known world wide as the rock brain of the universe, Glenn A Baker. There wouldn’t be many artists that he hasn’t toured with, shared a meal with or some backstage banter, so when I bounced the idea of doing a Rolling Stones special to celebrate their life and the release of their new album Hackney Diamonds, if you can’t get hold of Mick or Keith, then there was only person to speak with. He has gone on record saying "I’m Not as Old as the Rolling Stones and Never Will Be". Enjoy this episode with Glenn A Baker. Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:55:30

S1E26 - The Dirty Strangers

8/26/2023

The Dirty Strangers are possibly the most famous band you have never heard of. Described by Louder Sound as Fast Times, Famous Friends and Filthy Rock and Roll, the lead singer Alan Clayton has toked with Bob Marley, performed with Bobby keys and partied with Keith Richards. They are straight forward rock and roll, equal parts Chuck Berry, Otis Reeding and a bottle of Jack Daniels. The Dirty Strangers have a new album on the way - Hunter’s Moon and a brand new single My Girl’s a Getaway Driver. To purchase the album: https://cargorecordsdirect.co.uk/products/the-dirty-strangers-hunter-s-moon Listen to the single https://music.apple.com/gb/album/my-girls-a-getaway-driver-cell-block-no5-locked-up-mix-single/1691706012 Hit plus or follow to subscribe to the podcast. And head over to Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheLongWayToTheTopPodcast Keep on Rocking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:41:13