So What’s Been Happening?
So What’s Been Happening? was born in Melbourne during the pandemic and quickly became an antidote to the boredom and anxiety surrounding those troubling times. A chance to check-in, support, humour and inspire one another, the show streams live on Facebook and YouTube and features regular guest interviews with artists, musicians and sporting personalities from Melbourne and right across Australia and the Globe.
Episodes
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Monday Sep 09, 2024
EP149 - So What's Been Happening? - Keegan Hall
Keegan describes his art as "Making magic with a pencil. Doing what they said I couldn't."
It's hard to believe that almost three years have passed and nearly 100 episodes since our last conversation with Keegan Hall. We have expanded our Keegan Hall art collection with two amazing prints featuring the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, which are original hand-drawn masterpieces. We're excited to catch up with Keegan and discuss what he's been up to, as well as his future artistic challenges. We will discuss Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird, Tiger Woods, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and what's next for Keegan Hall.
Join us for a live streaming event on YouTube at 10:00 am on Monday, September 9th AEST, and 5:00 pm on Sunday, September 8th PDT. Feel free to join the conversation at any time, and you can also drop a comment with a question for Keegan. We will make sure to ask him during the chat.
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
Wednesday Sep 04, 2024
EP148 - So What's Been Happening? - It's Now Or Never
Get ready for Week 1 of the 2024 AFL FINALS SERIES! We'll be discussing and predicting the winners and losers of the four games.
Join the hilarious virtual discussion as one of the boys places an outrageous bet on Carlton's final performance against Brisbane! With tattoo stakes and lively banter, this episode is packed with laughs and unexpected twists. Will Carlton win, and who will be sporting new ink?
We delve into the emotional dynamics of friendships in sports and how players cope with the pain of losing. Discover the thoughts of athletes on camaraderie and resilience during challenging moments in their careers.
Join us for a LIVE chat on Facebook and Youtube with the team at 8:00pm AEST on Wednesday, 4th September. Don't miss out!
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
EP147 - So What's Been Happening? - Ben Chamie from Restless Leg
Restless Leg are back with a brand new album on the new label Sinister Porpoise Records (a new music imprint of the label Love As Fiction Records which has reissued albums by Ammonia, Bluebottle Kiss, Big Heavy Stuff and The Panics).
The band released their self-titled debut in 2013 and follow-up album Some Kind of Restless in 2017. Restless Leg’s third album Dream Buffet combined Flying Nun indie rock, Velvet Underground inspired drone and shambolic Pavement-tinged country and was released in June 2021 to widespread acclaim.
FOR FANS OF: The Velvet Underground, The Bats, Twerps, The Shins
Join us for a LIVE chat on Youtube with Ban Chamie from Restless Leg from 8:00pm AEST Tuesday 3rd September
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
EP146 - So What's Been Happening? - Willie J Maxwell
Willie Maxwell's musical journey is a testament to his deep-rooted passion for blues. Growing up immersed in a mix of iconic rock sounds, he picked up his first guitar at just 5 years old. By 13, he was already leading his first band, exploring genres like metal and hard rock before circling back to his true love, the blues. Now, as a solo artist, Willie J infuses classic blues tunes with his signature high-energy rock vibe and original creations. Don't miss out on hearing his soulful vocals and impressive guitar skills at a venue close to you very soon. 🎸
Join me for a chat Live on Facebook and YouTube with WIllie from 8.00pm AEST Tuesday 27th August.
#BluesMusic #Musician #Guitarist #williejmaxwell #sowhatsbeenhappening
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
EP145 - So What's Been Happening? - No Holds Barred
The 2024 Paris Olympics has come and gone and it was a memorable one, from Turkish Yusef, to Algeria's Khelif, Aussie Raygun, who can forget the polevaulter with the package, it's certain given us plenty to discuss. In the AFL, what the hell is going on down at Melbourne FC.... It's one drama after another this year, disgruntled players, coach on the outer, drug allegations, in fighting .... a massive fall from contender to pretender and some questions need answers. The implosion of the Blues, Bombers and Magpies, will the run of losses continue for the Swannies. The uprising of the Power, effervescent Cats, hungry Lions and Giants Who's fallen and who's about to rise from the ashes. It's all about the Hawks this week, can they continue their destructive ways and take care of the dustless Tiggs, Flagmantle are back and the Doggies now look ominous once again from once seemingly unlikely contenders. Plenty more to discuss, its a no holds barred Trump style debate ready to be unleashed on Thursday 15th August 2024 from 8.00pm AEST, Tune in LIVE.
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
EP144 - So What's Been Happening? - Wren Bellette
After over a decade of writing songs for bands, Melbourne-based Americana singer and songwriter Wren Bellette finally decided to go solo and perform under her own name. Wren Bellette started her songwriting and performing journey in Americana outfit The Heggarties and ended up becoming their principal songwriter and singer. The band released an EP and a self-titled album, performed at the 2018 Tamworth Country Music Festival and travelled to perform at the Americana Festival in Nashville, Tennessee on two occasions. In 2018 they won the People’s Choice Award for Best Country Act at the South Australia Music Awards.
Wren left the band in early 2019 and in September of that year started her own group Wren & The Restless Few, entering the studio the same year to begin recording This Love Will Die. The release is finally ready and her debut country-soul album This Love Will Die on August 16th and launch at The Retreat Hotel in Brunswick on Saturday 17th August, with guest Nathan Seeckts.
For fans of: The Audreys, Frazey Ford, Bobbie Gentry, Jaime Wyatt
Join me for a chat with Wren and a few live tunes on the show via Facebook and Youtube live from 8.00pm AEST, See you then.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCZCZ2CEuG4&t=36s
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
EP143 - So What's Been Happening? - The Race for the TOP 8
Who stays and who goes, we try and predict where your AFL team is at and where they will be at the end of the season, who are the big winners and who are the big losers here. Have the umpires lost their way? Is the game too hard to adjudicate live and is it getting to the point where its a hard watch.
See you at 8.00pm AEST Wednesday 10th July 2024 LIVE chat on Facebook and Youtube, join in the chat anytime.
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
EP142 - So What's Been Happening? - Jimi Beavis - The Wicked Messenger
Brisbane duo The Wicked Messenger release 'No Worries', the third single from their forthcoming album Corner of Hampstead & Dornoch, out June 21st.
FOR FANS OF: Wilco, Hiss Golden Messenger, Belle & Sebastian, Teenage Fanclub
Blending wistful folk, alt-country rhythms and mellow twang, The Wicked Messenger is a collaboration of Meanjin/Brisbane musicians - Jimi Beavis (The Holy Rollercoasters, Jimi Beavis) and Janey McEniery (The Good Ship, Doch), who draw on a cast of local musicians to bring their songs to life in the studio and on stage. Following a 2019 EP, the pair released their debut album Bellbird Grove in 2021, featuring the singles 'Roll Call', 'I Am Here' and 'You Don't Love Me Anymore' and receiving airplay on 4ZZZ, FBi, 3RRR and Double J. "It is whimsical, thoughtful and lilting, carrying the listener into its story and message." Sunburnt Country Music
Join us LIVE on Wednesday 12th June from 8.00pm AEST on Facebook and Youtube.
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Monday Jun 10, 2024
EP141 - So What's Been Happening? - Adam Gibson - The Aerial Maps
Sydney group The Aerial Maps release 'Any Summer Day', the second single from their forthcoming new album Our Sunburnt Dream (June 21st).
FOR FANS OF: The Hummingbirds, Paul Kelly, The Go-Betweens, The Triffids
With winter fast approaching in the Southern Hemisphere and the winter woollies being dragged out and heaters being activated, Sydney band The Aerial Maps thought it would be the perfect time to release a song that celebrates the Australian summer to offer joyous reminder that soon the beach will beckon again.
"Singer Adam Gibson is the uncrowned poet laureate of Australia with his poignant reflections of the minutiae of everyday life." Backseat Mafia
Join us LIVE on Monday 10th June from 8.00pm AEST on Facebook and Youtube.
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wednesday May 29, 2024
EP140 - So What's Been Happening? - Half Way To Where?
It's a question I have asked myself this week given my 49th birthday celebrations? Is this half way? Half way to where? Where are we heading? times ticking... how do we to let go of the daily baggage that can weigh us down, stop overthinking what's next or what might happen and just enjoy the ride and the trials and tribulations of the rest of our life.... it's easier said than done right?
In the AFL, can the Power defeat the Blues at home and stamp themselves as a genuine premiership contender? Will the Pies be too strong for the unpredictable Dogs? Can the Hawks take another scalp against the Crows? Will Harley Reid's Eagles give another 'don't argue' to the Saints at home in the west? Can the Tigers create another upset for the Cats at the cattery in Geelong? Will the Demons continue to rise above the Dockers in Alice Springs?
Can the Bombers continue their come from the clouds season and lay a foundation to cement a finals birth for the first time in a long time, or will the Suns shine on on the Gold Coast? Can the Tigers defeat the Cats at their home ground? Week off for Lions and win less Kangaroos, are the Swans that good and what about the Giants. We will have a chat and predict the winners and losers for each game. What else is on the agenda? You will have to tune in to see.
Join in the chat LIVE Wednesday 29th May from 8.00pm AEST on Facebook and YouTube. See you then.