The J Files: Gossip
The impact of Gossip on the indie scene of the 2000s cannot be overstated.
Mar 11, 2021
The J Files Podcast
The J Files is Double J's music doco show bringing together artists and fans to share and explore the stories behind the music you love. Each week the Double J radio program and online feature dig through archives, rarities and your experiences to create an in-depth profile of an artist, album or idea. It's your ticket to music discovery.
Episodes
The J Files: Muse
When Muse formed in the mid-90s, Britpop reigned supreme. But the trio from Devon had grander musical ambitions, and those objectives only became bolder as their career progressed.
Mar 04, 2021
The J Files: Gorillaz
With Damon Albarn's musical flair and Jamie Hewlett's proven record for creating engaging virtual characters, it's no wonder the collaboration has been so fruitful and successful.
Feb 25, 2021
The J Files: Jay-Z
Jay-Z has gone by many names.
Feb 18, 2021
The J Files: The Triffids
The Triffids never enjoyed the same mainstream success as many of their peers, but there are few bands in this country who have been as acclaimed and influential.
Feb 11, 2021
The J Files: Lily Allen
When Lily Allen's career exploded in the 2000s, her name was on every music lover's lips.
Feb 04, 2021
The J Files: Red Hot Chili Peppers
For almost 40 years, Los Angeles icons Red Hot Chili Peppers have defied convention with their mashed-up brand of funk and rap-infused rock'n'roll.
Jan 28, 2021
The J Files: 2020 - The Year That Was
It might be a year we want to forget, but there's been plenty worth remembering about 2020.
Dec 03, 2020•40 min
The J Files: Pendulum
Perth's Pendulum are one of the biggest musical exports of the 2000s so far.
Nov 26, 2020•18 min
The J Files: Clare Bowditch
Celebrating one of Australia's most endearing musicians and personalities.
Nov 19, 2020•19 min
The J Files: Kev Carmody
Kev Carmody might have been a late bloomer, commencing his music career in his 40s, but his contributions to music and culture will resonate for generations.
Nov 12, 2020•16 min
The J Files: Josh Pyke
There's such charm in Josh Pyke's songs that it's no surprise that he commanded a huge following after breaking though in the mid-2000s.
Nov 05, 2020•21 min
The J Files: Alicia Keys
Alicia Keys is not your average pop star.
Oct 29, 2020•2 hr
The J Files: The Superjesus
The taut and melodic rock of Adelaide's The Superjesus was a vital part of Australia's late-90s soundtrack.
Oct 22, 2020•2 hr
The J Files: Robyn
Robyn has been making pop music since she was just a kid.
Oct 15, 2020•2 hr
The J Files: Blink-182
Of all the incredible punk bands that broke through in the 90s, few made the kind of impact as Blink-182.
Oct 08, 2020•12 min
The J Files: Groove Armada
Groove Armada are responsible for some of the biggest dancefloor filling tracks of our time.
Oct 01, 2020•12 min
The J Files: Florence + the Machine
The voice and songs of Florence Welch hit us like a brick from the very beginning.
Sep 24, 2020•15 min
The J Files: Wu-Tang Clan
Wu-Tang Clan remain one of the most influential hip hop acts in history
Sep 17, 2020•19 min
The J Files: Pearl Jam
Few bands from the 90s have had the staying power of Pearl Jam.
Sep 10, 2020•19 min
The J Files: Sinéad O'Connor
These days, we know Sinéad O'Connor as one of Ireland's most successful and outspoken musicians. But, 33 years ago, her debut album The Lion and The Cobra hit us like a slap in the face.
Sep 03, 2020•17 min
The J Files: Tiddas
It didn't take long for everyone to realise that Tiddas were special.
Aug 27, 2020•13 min
The J Files: Smashing Pumpkins
Smashing Pumpkins helped define what rock music sounded like in the 1990s.
Aug 20, 2020•17 min
The J Files: Drum'n'Bass
It's time to go full throttle into the grimy and explosive sounds of drum'n'bass.
Aug 13, 2020•17 min
The J Files: Bodyjar
The world went wild for pop punk in the 90s. Australian music lovers were no exception.
Aug 06, 2020•11 min
The J Files: The Cat Empire
The Cat Empire aren’t so much a band, they’re a live music institution.
Jul 09, 2020•19 min
The J Files: Beyoncé
There is no more powerful artist on the planet right now than Beyoncé.
Jul 02, 2020•18 min
The J Files: The Velvet Underground
There are few bands as influential as New York punk progenitors The Velvet Underground.
Jun 25, 2020•20 min
The J Files: Philippe Zdar
Even if you don't know Philippe Zdar by name, you know his music.
Jun 18, 2020•31 min
The J Files: The Avalanches
The Avalanches' 2000 album Since I Left You remains one of the most forward-thinking, intriguing and influential albums of this century.
Jun 11, 2020•19 min