Episodes

Mike Scott from The Waterboys joins The Mixtape Podcast ahead of their Australian tour kicking off in Perth. We dive into: The concept album Life, Death and Dennis Hopper Collaborating with Bruce Springsteen & Fiona Apple Lost recordings from the Fisherman’s Blues era The meaning behind This Is The Sea Touring Australia and building setlists 🎟️ Tour Info: destroyalllines.com

Perth rock outfit Electric State join The Mixtape to talk about their unexpected Star Wars-inspired single “This Is The Way”, wild live show moments, and what it really takes to build a band from the ground up. From playing packed themed launch nights in Perth to unforgettable gigs in Japan, this is a conversation packed with stories, laughs, and real insight into the modern music scene. We also dive into: Their upcoming album Standing on the Edge Touring plans across Australia The importanc...

Frank Turner joins The Mixtape to talk touring, punk rock beginnings, and why live performance is everything. Ahead of his 2026 Australian tour with Bowling For Soup, Frank opens up about: His obsession with touring (inspired by Black Flag)Dream co-headliners finally becoming reality20 years of Campfire Punkrock The songs that shaped his life Plus, Frank builds his Mixtape—featuring Meat Loaf, Regina Spektor, Motown classics and more. 🎟 Tour Info: destroyalllines.com 📍 Fremantle – Metropolis...

This week on the show I'm joined by Justin Davies from The Tortured Souls. We're chatting about the bands debt single Unforgettable Days, the upcoming album and his dream support slot opening for Ron Sexsmith. We discuss how a tragedy inspired Justin to pick up a guitar to write songs as a way of healing, and how that snowballed into a full album with some of the biggest names on the Perth music scene! 👍🏼Follow The Band - https://www.instagram.com/the_tortured_souls/

Baxter Dury joins The Mixtape to talk about his new album Allbarone, his evolving creative process, and collaborating with Fred again.. From spontaneous songwriting to working with legendary producer Paul Epworth, Baxter shares how staying unpredictable has shaped his music across a 20+ year career. 🎟️ Australian Tour Dates: Melbourne Forum – April 28 Sydney Roundhouse – April 29 #BaxterDury #Allbarone #FredAgain #IndieMusic #MusicInterview #TheMixtapePodcast #AustralianTour

Perth’s psych rock scene is alive and loud as Liam Coffey from Monotonic joins The Mixtape to unpack the band’s blistering new album Heavy Metal. In this episode, Liam builds his six-track mixtape while diving deep into the influences that shaped Monotonic’s sound—from fuzz-drenched acid rock to hypnotic psych grooves. We also trace the band’s origin story, explore vinyl culture and get into the records that defined their musical DNA. It’s a raw and revealing conversation about sound, identity...

On this episode of The Mixtape, Mark sits down with John Linnell from They Might Be Giants to dive into their brand new album The World Is To Dig, out April 14. John unpacks the meaning behind the album’s curious title, inspired by Maurice Sendak, and shares the band’s philosophy of staying creative across four decades. From writing a tribute to the Wu-Tang Clan in completely the “wrong” style, to thoughts on streaming, vinyl quality, and the evolving recording process — this is a deep, thoug...

Aaron Comess from Spin Doctors joins The Mixtape to celebrate 35 years of Pocket Full of Kryptonite and the band’s long-awaited return to Australia. Aaron talks about performing the iconic album live, his relationship with timeless hits like Two Princes, and why the band still loves playing them after decades. He also dives into the band’s creative process, the story behind their latest album Face Full of Cake, and how collaboration keeps the music fresh. There’s also a deep dive into Aaron’s ...

This week on The Mixtape Mark chats with Bully Hay about the brand new album Anywhere But Here, which has already made waves on the ARIA charts and topped the independent charts. From the creative process and year-long recording journey to the story behind the gritty “Lovers Get High” video, this interview dives deep into the artistry behind the music. Bully also shares thoughts on vinyl culture, Record Store Day, and the realities of releasing music in today’s landscape—plus details on upcomin...

Grammy-winning blues powerhouse Ruthie Foster joins The Mixtape to talk about her upcoming Western Australian tour with Eric Bibb, her award-winning album Mileage, and the surreal moment she found out she’d won a Grammy… in an airport bar. We dive into her journey from gospel roots to the US Navy band, the power of live performance, and the songs that shaped her sound. Plus, Ruthie builds her Mixtape—featuring picks from Steve Winwood, Pharrell Williams, Ray Charles, Van Morrison and more. 🎸 ...

Blues legend Eric Bibb joins The Mixtape to talk about his upcoming Australian tour, his latest album One Mississippi, and a lifetime immersed in the blues tradition. From early influences like Howlin’ Wolf and Robert Johnson to collaborations with musicians like Dave Bronze and Robbie McIntosh, Eric shares stories from a remarkable career spanning decades. We also dive into his creative process, why songwriting is “like breathing,” and his Mixtape selections—including classics from Junior Wal...

Glenn Richards from Augie March joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Moo, You Bloody Choir and the upcoming Fremantle show at Freo Social. We dive into performing the album front-to-back, whether One Crowded Hour will open the set, songs never played live (including “Mount Wellington Reverie”), and Glenn’s evolving relationship with the record two decades on. Glenn also shares details of a brand new solo album in the works, talks Iron Maiden nostalgia, and ...

The Mixtape Live – Georgina Dacheff (Sofar Sounds Special) In this special Mixtape Live episode recorded in an intimate Sofar Sounds setting, singer-songwriter Georgina Dacheff joins us for a brand-new format of the show that blends live performance with the storytelling spirit of The Mixtape. Across the episode, Georgina performs four of her own original songs, bringing her powerful voice and songwriting to the stage in a stripped-back acoustic setting. But that’s only half the story. As par...

Alt-pop star Maggie Lindemann joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle 107.9FM to talk about her powerful new album I Feel Everything, the emotions behind her songwriting, and returning to Australia for a national tour.In this interview, Maggie opens up about writing deeply personal songs, the tracks fans are connecting with most on tour, and how her confidence as a live performer has evolved since her last visit to Australia.She also creates a special Mixtape EP, sharing songs that influenced her m...

Electric Six front man Dick Valentine joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle for a full interview about the band’s Greatest Hits tour and his musical influences.Electric Six front man Dick Valentine reveals the strangest thing bands sometimes ask for on tour riders… socks.In this conversation Dick reflects on 25 years of Electric Six, writing songs like Gay Bar, working on new music, and how the band has built a cult following around the world. He also talks about his upcoming solo album, the song...

Katatonia’s Jonas Renkse joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle to talk about the band’s upcoming Australian tour, their latest album Nightmares as an Extension of the Waking State, and the dark, real-life themes behind his songwriting. Jonas shares how Katatonia’s creative process has evolved over time, why one standout track was recorded in Swedish, and how forgotten ideas can turn into some of the most powerful songs on a record. We also dive into his personal influences — from extreme metal ...

KT Tunstall joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her breakthrough album Eye To The Telescope and her upcoming 2026 Australian Tour. In this exclusive interview, KT shares the incredible story behind her iconic performance on Later… with Jools Holland, revealing how “Black Horse & The Cherry Tree” almost wasn’t performed—and how that last-minute decision helped launch her global career. We dive into the viral impact of that performance, the early use of loop...

This week on The Mixtape , Mark sits down with legendary Canadian songwriter Ron Sexsmith ahead of his long-awaited Australian return for the Hangover Terrace Tour. Ron opens up about life on the road at 61, songwriting without writer’s block, his love of vinyl and hi-fi rituals, and why walking neighbourhoods beats sightseeing. He reflects on surviving the music industry without chasing stadium fame, shares dream collaborators (Bill Withers, Karen Carpenter, Dusty Springfield), and tells an un...

This week on The Mixtape, host Mark Phillips welcomes Skye Edwards, the iconic voice of Morcheeba, for a warm, wide-ranging conversation ahead of the band’s Australian tour. Skye talks about returning to Australia in February, kicking things off in Perth at the East Perth Power Station as part of Perth Festival. She reflects on the realities of modern touring, playing in summer heat, and why it’s become harder than ever for bands to get back on the road. The conversation dives into Morcheeba’s...

On this episode of The Mixtape, Mark sits down with HayleyMary, best known as the former frontwoman of The Jezabels, for awide-ranging and unflinchingly honest conversation. Ahead of her show at The Milk Bar on 30thJanuary, Hayley talks about why she’s deliberately chosen local,up-and-coming artists as support acts on her Australian tour, and whylifting new voices feels more important than ever in the current musiclandscape. She also addresses the recent controversy surrounding herappearance at...

This week on The Mixtape, host Mark Phillips is joined by Jem Finer, founding member of The Pogues, ahead of the band’s Australian tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of Rum, Sodomy & the Lash. Jem discusses how the anniversary shows go beyond the original album, drawing from EPs, B-sides and early Pogues material, and explains why the setlist isn’t performed front-to-back. He also shares his excitement about playing the Sydney Opera House for the very first time. The conversation explores h...

Some conversations are planned. Others happen exactly when they’re meant to. In this special episode of The Mixtape, host Marksits down with Chad Mitchell — founder and creator of The Mixtape Beverage Company in Ho Chi Minh City — after a chance encounter while Mark was on holiday in Vietnam. What started as a casual conversation quickly turned intoan opportunity too good to ignore: bringing two namesake brands together in this interview, united by a shared love of music, creativity, and beer! ...

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of A Certain Trigger, Paul Smith of Maxïmo Park joins The Mixtape for a wide-ranging conversation that goes well beyond indie dance floors andpost-punk revival classics. Paul reflects on the making and lasting impact of A Certain Trigger, how the album helped define a generation ofBritish indie music, and what it means to revisit those songs two decades on.We also dive into Maxïmo Park’s upcoming Australian tour, discussing what fans can expect from the live sho...

Indie icon Lloyd Cole joins The Mixtape Podcast for a deep-dive into his latest Australian tour, the bold move to ditch acoustic sets for all-electric shows, and his lifelong love of Fender Telecasters. Lloyd also reveals the surprising reason he included Tasmania on his Australian tour vinyl, plus insights into touring, tone, creativity and staying relevant decades into an iconic career. A must-listen for guitar lovers, vinyl collectors and fans of timeless songwriting. Connect With The Mixtap...