So What’s Been Happening?

EP223 - So What's Been Happening? - Jeremy Beggs

The Long Road: Jeremy Beggs on Life, Loss and New Beginnings
Episode 223 welcomes singer-songwriter Jeremy Beggs to discuss his new album, The Long Road. They talk about the album’s themes of mental health, resilience and storytelling, play several songs, and reflect on collaborations, live shows and the independent music community.
Jeremy shares personal moments behind songs like “Mess I’m In,” explains the album’s journey from recording to launch, and outlines upcoming shows and future plans.
Watch EP223 on YouTube - https://bit.ly/4oqV8Up

EP222 - So What's Been Happening? - Great Falls

Great Falls: The Humpty Dumpty Origin and New Single 'Blue Bricks'
Episode 222 features an in-depth chat with Great Falls (Sam, Liam and Lillian) about their new single "Blue Bricks", the band name’s Humpty Dumpty origin, and the band’s collaborative songwriting and recording process with producer Paul Mabry and violinist Danny.
The conversation also covers artwork by Zoe Croghan and Bella Lee, recent singles like "Radio Inactive", upcoming shows including the June 20 single launch at Tanswell's Hotel in Beechworth, and the band’s plans for a carefully crafted debut record.
Watch EP222 on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Q7Gu7V

EP221 - So What's Been Happening? - The Vors

The Vors' 'Boss' Debut: Vinyl, Chaos & The Right Amount of Sloppy
Episode 221 features Devor “Lord Vor” Pavlovich of The Vors discussing their debut album Boss, its vinyl launch, and the band’s DIY approach to recording, videos and artwork.
The conversation covers their musical influences, balancing day jobs with touring, stories from past gigs, online trolls, and advice for younger bands — all wrapped in a candid, energetic chat about life in a pub-rock band.

EP220 - So What's Been Happening? - Street Legal

Street Legal Unpacked: The Story Behind 'The Barassi Line'
In episode 220 Aaron chats with Matthew Haywood of Street Legal about their new single 'The Barassi Line', the band's origins in Adelaide, influences from pub rock to new wave, their striking artwork and music videos, working with producer Anton Hagop, and upcoming regional tour dates.
Street Legal are back with a powerful new single, The Barassi Line, marking an exciting new chapter for the Adelaide indie rock five-piece. Mixed by ARIA Award–winning producer Anton Hagop—known for his work with Silverchair, Powderfinger and Missy Higgins—the track represents the band’s first collaboration with the acclaimed mixer and follows their critically praised debut EP Bruxism. With its driving, interwoven guitars and soaring, anthemic chorus, The Barassi Line captures the band at their most urgent and expansive yet. Lyrically, the track dives into big questions about power, progress and the narratives we’re fed.
As vocalist Matthew Hayward explains, it challenges “our relationship with those who control natural resources and shape the cities we live in,” unpacking ideas around growth, wealth and virtue. Sonically and thematically, Street Legal sit comfortably alongside acts like Fontaines D.C., IDLES and Interpol, while continuing to cement their place among Australia’s rising underground scene—with a run of July tour dates set to bring the new single to stages across South Australia and Victoria.
Watch EP220 on YouTube - https://bit.ly/49z5PhD

EP219 - So What's Been Happening? - Bryony Drake

From Cruise Ships to Original Hits
Episode 219 features a candid conversation with Bryony Drake about her move from Yorkshire to Australia, life on cruise ships, and the transition from doing covers to releasing original music. The show includes several of her songs like "Singapore Sling," "Black Rabbit," and covers such as "Songbird" and "Tennessee Whiskey" and highlights her gig plans in Cairns.
Listeners get an inside look at her creative process, low-budget video production, and advice for emerging artists, plus details on where to catch her next live shows.
Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/4nM7ar0

EP218 - So What's Been Happening? - Frenzee

Frenzee Unleashed: Punk Power from Greece to Melbourne
Episode 218 features Greek–Melbourne punk trio Frenzee as they discuss their origins, high‑energy live shows, songwriting process, family musical roots, recent tours and festival dates.
The conversation highlights their intense stage presence, upcoming album and big gigs ahead - including opening for the Foo Fighters in Melbourne in November 2026 - plus live clips and behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes from Europe and Melbourne.
Watch the video version of the chat with Frenzee - https://bit.ly/42FnwIq

EP217 - So What's Been Happening? - The Remotes

The Remotes Return: Ready For It — Stories, Songs & Vinyl
Episode 217 welcomes The Remotes (Kristian Brenchley and Ollie Brown) to discuss their origins, decades-spanning recordings and the making of their new album Ready For It. They talk returning to the studio, adding Laura McFarlane, artwork and vinyl, and how old and new songs were blended for the release.
The band also covers recent and upcoming live dates, the joy of playing together again, community radio and indie support, and what’s next after this long-awaited comeback.
Enjoy the LIVE chat from chat from Tuesday 19th May - https://bit.ly/3Reg0Sk

EP216 - So What's Been Happening? - Rachel Lynn

Sofar Sounds Returns: Rachel Lynn’s Unforgettable Night in Melbourne
Episode 216 spotlights the relaunch of Sofar Sounds in Melbourne with organizer Olwen Bell and a standout performance and interview with New York singer-songwriter Rachel Lynn.
Highlights include behind-the-scenes stories of putting on intimate live shows, Rachel’s singles like "Muse" and "Freedom," and the emotional songwriting that connects artists and audiences.
Rachel Lynn - On stage, Rachel is magnetic - effortlessly blending raw vulnerability with confident, powerhouse vocals. She draws audiences in with intimate, soulful moments, then lifts the room with energy, emotion, and a natural, captivating charm that feels both polished and deeply personal - Tune in for a LIVE chat from 8:00pm Thursday 14th May - https://bit.ly/4uw17Jq
For more on Rachel Lynn check out https://www.rachellynnsings.com/

EP215 - So What's Been Happening? - The Smith & Western Jury

Dusty Roads & Lucky Stars: The Smith & Western Jury Live
Episode 215 of So What's Been Happening? features The Smith & Western Jury's Sam Lombardi and Simon Torcasio in a candid live conversation about their festival highlights, new singles (including “Rolling the Dice” and “Lucky Stars”), and the making of their latest album recorded with the full band. The chat revisits Luliepalooza moments, the band’s DIY journey through COVID, and their evolving cinematic, dusty country sound.
Sam Lombardi opens up about health struggles that inspired “Lucky Stars,” while the group discusses recording in Texas and Canada, working with producer Jordan Koop, and keeping performances raw and live. They also share stories about merch, photography, the band name origin, and fan reactions to new material.
Looking ahead, the band teases a spring single, an upcoming tour across Australia, a sold‑out Melbourne show, and plans to release the full album later in the year — promising more live, emotive performances to come.
Watch EP215 So What's Been Happening? - https://bit.ly/4f6pA3t
For more from The Smith & Western Jury check out https://thesmithandwesternjury.com
 

EP214 - So What's Been Happening? - The Quarantined - Sean Martin

The Quarantined: Raw Truths, PTSD & Protest Music
“I don’t write songs to escape reality - I write them to confront it.”
Episode 214 of So What’s Been Happening features Sean Martin of The Quarantine. This conversation covers his musical beginnings, military service and PTSD, the band’s confrontational political and social themes, the creative process behind key songs, and the importance of independent artistry.
Sean reflects on songwriting as therapy and protest, sharing stories behind tracks like "Shadow," "Unspoken," and "Feeding Your Lies," and offers candid advice for musicians navigating the digital music industry.
Tuesday 5th May from 8:00pm AEST LIVE chat with The Quarantined's Sean Martin.
Watch EP214 on YouTube - https://bit.ly/4n2U7kH