Triple M Rocks! Welcome to the podcast feed for all our music specials, highlights, the latest news in Aussie Rock and Interviews with some amazing names in Rock as heard on Triple M. Subscribe on the LiSTNR App to catch it all in one place.
The multi-talented Digby Robison of Big Red Fire Truck, talks the band's brand new single "Tokyo Karaoke Bar", consistently creating content AND being Pro-Wrestler amongst other things. Then just when you think it's all said and done he's even got a cover band Furnace and the Fundamentals, Digby is just going non-stop and that's the way he likes it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Quinn, Angus and Jordan from Melbourne band The Grogans jump into the Homegrown studios to chat all things touring, playing on the same bill as Franz Ferdinand and to celebrate their latest album "Stagger". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We welcomed back one of our favourites Brad Cox to Homegrown! He's one of the hardest working musicians in the country so it's always good to get the big news first on Homegrown ;) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We have a New album and a list of Sold-Out shows a mile long!!! Caleb and Kieran join Matty to discuss all things new music, plus a massive tour and how their prepping for shows overseas and what you can expect from these live shows!. It's been a wild journey from the band from Perth who have been one of the most hard working and the proof is in an incredible live show, loyal following and an amazing collection of songs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The Insanely talented Ben Lee sits down in the Homegrown studios to join Matty O and chat all things 'Awake Is The New Sleep' ahead of his 20th Anniversary Australian Tour. Ben opens up about the Australia music scene, touring internationally and memories of being backstage in Pomona with friends Phantom Planet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What a whirlwind couple of years it's been for Lane Pittman going from The Voice semi-finals to opening up country superstar, Luke Combs Australian tour. Lane sits down with Matty O to talk his single "Amen For The Weekend", reality television and how he used Post Malone covers to gateway his friends into liking country music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brisbane boys Dean and Sam from Ball Park Music join Matty O in the Triple M Studio's to talk recording their eighth album "Like Love", touring the beautiful regional area's of Australia and playing 13 shows in a week. They have also been hand picked to support OASIS and we couldn't be happier for them! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rock royalty took over Sydney! In this episode of Triple M Gig Reviews , Row recaps an electrifying night at ICC Sydney Theatre as ZZ Top brought their Texas blues swagger Down Under on May 13, 2025. With George Thorogood & The Destroyers in tow as the perfect warm-up act, the night was a masterclass in grit, groove, and guitar. From Thorogood’s rowdy renditions of Who Do You Love and Bad to the Bone , to Billy Gibbons and Elwood Francis lighting up the stage with Got Me Under Pressure , Gim...
Melbourne boys Scott and Chris from The Living End venture into the Homegrown Studios to chat with Matty O about their brand new single "Alfie", whispers of a new album and talk about the hustle behind getting to be Green Day's opening act on tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Lads Dave and Henry from Old Mervs join Matty O for the first time since Lockdown to chat their Number 1 Australian album, new US tour in July and the jumping on the iconic couch to host Rage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jimmy joins Matty ahead of the release of his brand new album, "Defiant" plus a intimate tour to follow, which see's him go all around the country in June and July! Plus we got some amazing stories - From touring the US with ZZTop to unforgettable video clips with John Farnham and we find out the one Australian song he wish he wrote and why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
INXS legends Jon Farriss and Kirk Pengilly join Gleeso on Triple M Nights to celebrate 40 years of Listen Like Thieves , the album that catapulted the Aussie rock icons to global stardom. First released in 1985, Listen Like Thieves marked the beginning of INXS’ game-changing collaboration with producer Chris Thomas — the man determined to bottle the band’s raw, live energy in a studio setting. “He was fascinated by how powerful we were live, and how we hadn’t captured that yet on record,” explai...
Multi-Instrumentalist and Singer/Songwriter Tash Sultana jumps into the Homegrown Studios for a lengthy chat with Matty O about their early beginnings busking on the street, playing band rooms of locals pubs and now collaborating with world famous American hip-hop artists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just a couple of months before heading to the UK and Europe, the one and only Paul Kelly joins Matty O in the studio to talk embarking on a National Tour of Australia, the 40th Anniversary of his debut solo album 'Post' and plans for another new album. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We hit the polls for the election that really matters… Triple M’s Election 300 – Australia’s biggest music referendum! Thousands of passionate fans voted for the greatest song of all time, and after counting down from 300 to 1 across the week, one track stood above the rest: ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ . Dangerous Dave and Gleeso are joined by Jon Farriss and Kirk Pengilly from INXS to celebrate the iconic 1987 anthem that’s stood the test of time. Hear the inside story of how ‘Never Tear Us Apart’ ca...
What a pleasure it was to welcome Tex Perkins back to the homegrown studios! The Cruel Sea have been busy touring with Cold Chisel late last year and now we have a brand new album "Straight Into The Sun" We go behind the making of the albums and get some of the great all time touring stories with one of our greatest Frontmen ever! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lead singer of the iconic You Am I, Tim Rogers sits down in the studio with Matty O to chat all things rock, the 30th Anniversary of their legendary second album "Hi Fi Way" and what touring was like back in 1995. Order your copy of "Hi Fi Way" 30th Anniversary Vinyl here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The insanely talented John Butler joins Matty O down the line to take a trip down memory lane , talk making brand new music, learning how songs tell you how they want to be made and the boys chat his brand new single 'Trippin On You'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Matty O as we celebrate one of the most Iconic Australian debut Albums ever, Silverchairs Frogstomp. And who better to tell us all about it then Ben and Chris from the band! We got right back to the start, from the writing, recording, songs that didn't make it and the bands response as they were propelled onto the world stage! It was so great to have the guys in and give the album a listen over the weekend if you haven't already! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Joins us for a special performance from one of our favourites - Sam Fisher! He's had an incredible ride so far so to hear some of his story and performance infront of a crowd was a real treat. Check out his new tune "Lovelife" and catch him performing Nationally next month See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What a buzz it was to welcome our first international band of the year Luke and Hugh from The Kooks! They've been playing shows in Australia since 2008, so it was great to revisit some earlier performances and talk about their New Album on the way! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
it was great to welcome Felix from the Cat Empire back on the show on album release day! It's been a busy 12 months coming straight off a world tour and back into the studio! We do a deep dive into the creative process and life on the road with one of our most loved bands! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We welcome back Mia Wray to Homegrown with some very exciting news, we have a debut album "Hi, It's Nice to Meet me" and we're getting a National Tour! Matty and Mia do a deep dive into the album that was 13 years in the making, from signing with Mushroom and being championed by Michael Gudinski to touring the world and playing some incredible shows, we cannot wait to hear these songs live! All the details are here, miawray.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
He's one of the hardest working musicians in the country, so it was a real treat when it was announced that he was hitting the road for a very special run of shows. We'll get two sets, one celebrating his latest release, "The Bootleg Melancholy" album and then a greatest hit set (plenty to choose from there) You can also go into the running to score yourself a fender stat! More details below. www.dieselmusic.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
“It's Grand Prix Weekend In Melbourne and LIVE Music is happening everywhere in South Melbourne and St Kilda. Live Music Lead Patrick Donovan joins us to tell us about all the FREE events happening in pubs and venues around the city. Band rooms that haven't been active in 20 years will be showcasing amazing original talent just a stones throw away from Albert Park.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We were lucky enough to get a one-on-one chat with the Serg from Kasabian! We spoke to him at his Hotel in the Melbourne CBD ahead of their SOLD OUT Melbourne show. The band have been coming to Aus for nearly 20 years, which we touch on, some of their favourite tours, in the inspiration behind his songwriting and will Matty be able to convert him to follow the Mighty Richmond Tigers!? They'll be Sydney on Saturday night, then off to Brisbane! Details below. https://premier.ticketek.com.au/Shows/...
She stole our hearts when she burst onto the scene with "Sweet About Me" and since then it's been a wild ride! Gabriella has since relocated to the UK and has been touring Australia with The Corrs and we're getting new music too! You'll also catch her joining some of her idols as part of "ROAR FEST" happening for IWD in Melbourne this weekend. Get all the details here at www.roarfest.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Green Day tore up Sydney’s ENGIE Stadium with full performances of Dookie & American Idiot on their Saviors Tour . From fan singalongs to AC/DC tributes, this gig had it all! Tune in for the full review, setlist highlights, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We welcome back one of our dearest friends to the show Jack Parsons, frontman for Melbourne band "The Pretty Littles" who've just released Album #7 today, 'Force;' It's been five years in the making, we dive into the writing/recording of the album, a massive National Tour and the very unique way they're celebrating the big day. Welcome back anytime Jack an See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Triple M Homegrown is kicking off 2025 with an absolute bang, bringing one of Australia's most beloved bands, Spacey Jane , into the spotlight. Host Matty O sits down with Caleb Harper and Kieran Lama to celebrate their highly anticipated upcoming album, If That Makes Sense . In this episode, the band dives deep into the creation of the record, including the inspiration behind their new single, All The Noise . Hear exclusive insights into the writing and recording process with legendary producer...
