Episode 81: Kav Temperley

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05/05/20 • 79 min

Kav Temperley is the lead singer, bassist and songwriter for the legendary Fremantle rockers, Eskimo Joe. The Eskies have made 6 studio albums, 3 of those debuting at number 1 on the Aria Charts and juggernaut Black Finger Nails, Red Wine staying 62 weeks in the Australian top 50, thats just a few of their impressive achievements. A well as Eskimo Joe, Kav co-formed soul collective Basement Birds, started a small indie record Label called Dirt Diamond Productions, he’s written and released some solo music as well as being a prolific songwriter and a songwriting mentor for young musicians. Kav and his wife Beth (aka Studio Cat) also have their own Podcast called HatJam. In the chat, Kav and I talk about his early days growing up in Fremantle, picking up the bass, almost going to jazz school, forming a school band, winning the campus band comp which won them a recording session, to eventually forming Eskimo Joe. 21 years later, the Eskies are still going strong. We also talk of course about HatJam Podcast which you must go and check out. I think its fantastic. Just a warning to you, there is drug talk and references in this episode so if you don’t like to hear that kind of thing, best not listen to this one. So without further adieu, ladies and gentlemen, please give it up for Kav Temperley. Episode recorded 28/04/2020. Intro Music: From the Sea - Eskimo Joe (A Song Is a City)
Outro Music: Pollyanna - Kav Temperley (All Your Devotion) You can find Kav at the links below.
https://www.kavtemperley.com.au/ https://www.eskimojoe.net/
https://www.facebook.com/kavtemperley/ https://www.instagram.com/kavtemperley/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/hatjam_podcast/?hl=en

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Episode 80: Carmen Smith

Carmen Smith, originally from western Sydney, is a singer songwriter and performer who has also worked, toured and written extensively with some of Australia’s best artists. Her first experience as a backing vocalist came in 2004 with Guy Sebastian and his first nationwide tour. Since that time Carmen has performed and toured with Diesel (support act), Jessica Mauboy, Stan Walker, Diana Rouvas, Ricki Lee, Rahsaan Patterson, Roachford, Tina Arena and many others. Carmen joined the cast of The Voice in 2012 and became the first contestant ever to be disqualified from the show for "Breaking the spirit of the rules" by appearing in one of Guy Sebastian's music video's. But no big deal. That experience actually raised her profile quiet a bit and from that has gone on to release more solo music which included one of the coolest music videos ive ever seen, and she’s continued to tour and perform with the best in Australia as one of the most sort after voices in the game. Episode recorded 09/04/2020. Episode music: "They Dont Know Me" by Carmen Smith. https://www.facebook.com/CarmenSmithMusic/ https://www.instagram.com/carmensmithmusic/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/user/CarmenSmithMusic

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Episode 82: Zoe Hauptmann

Zoe Hauptmann has become one of the most in demand bass players around with gigs like Missy Higgins, Ian Moss, Paul Kelly and Neil Finn, Justine Clarke, Elana Stone, Tim Minchin, Katie Noonan and many others.
Growing up in a musical family on an apple orchid in Canberra, Zoe and her two brothers, Ben and James Hauptmann developed a deep love for the history and traditions of Jazz. Transfixed by their parent’s record collection, the Hauptmann’s were a ready-made trio with Zoe on bass, Ben and his guitar, and James on drums.
As adults, the Hauptmann siblings have all enjoyed longstanding success as professional musicians and composers. As well as all the playing, the gigs etc, Zoe is also Creative/Artistic Director for SIMA, musical director for Australian Women in Music Awards, Artistic Programmer for Wangaratta Jazz Festival and founding member of Ettalong Jazz Festival. Zoe has always been passionate about addressing the gender imbalance in the music industry and still actively seeks to bring change. She also a mum to young children, a wife and avid surfer. How does she make it work? Ladies and gentleman, please give it up for Zoe Hauptmann. Episode recorded 30/04/2020. Intro music: Bang Bang - Lanie Lane (Zoe on bass). Outro music: Better Be Home Soon - Neil Finn & Paul Kelly Live (Zoe on bass). You can find Zoe on her Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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