Episode 74: Settle For It
Track 5 from DWARF ON DWARF (1995)
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Episode 70: Simon Binks (Australian Crawl)
We take a little break from THE FAUVES to talk to Simon Binks, lead guitarist from AUSTRALIAN CRAWL. Simon talks about growing up in Mt Eliza, trading a dirt bike for a strat, playing in Australian Crawl, and loathing the video clips!
Episode 65: TROPICAL STRENGTH (2024) – Interview with Andrew Cox
Interview with Andrew Cox about the band’s 13th album ,,TROPICAL STRENGTH”, released 1 November 2024. Order now! through Valve Records (www.valverecords.com.au)
Episode 56: Dwarf On Dwarf
Track 2 from THE YOUNG NEED DISCIPLINE (1994) and DWARF ON DWARF single (1995)
Episode 54: THE YOUNG NEED DISCIPLINE (1994)
A look back at the recording and release of The Fauves’ sophomore long-player, THE YOUNG NEED DISCIPLINE, touring westwards, drugs busts and more.
Episode 50: 22 Reasons (Coxy)
Most copies of DRIVE THROUGH CHARISMA came with a Bonus Disc. On this episode, we review Coxy’s songs on that disc.
Episode 49: 22 Reasons (Doctor)
Most copies of DRIVE THROUGH CHARISMA came with a Bonus Disc. A booklet accompanying the disc was entitled “22 Reasons why a band shouldn’t put an album out in its first few years”. On this episode, we review Doctor’s songs on that disc.
Episode 35: DRIVE THROUGH CHARISMA (1993)
A look back at the recording and release of The Fauves’ debut album DRIVE THROUGH CHARISMA, including signing with Polydor and Black Pig Publishing.
Episode 21: TIGHT WHITE BALLHUGGER (1992)
A look back at the recording and release of The Fauves’s third EP, TIGHT WHITE BALLHUGGER.
Episode 14: THE SCISSORS WITHIN (1992)
A look back at the recording and release of The Fauves’ third effort, the six-track EP “The Scissors Within” (1992), distributed by Shock and Cheersquad Records and Tapes.
Episode 12: The Empty Heritage
Track 6 from Misguided Modelling Career Sampler (SHOCK CD7019) (1992)
Episode 11: Ross Wilson (The Fauves/Pink Finks/Daddy Cool/Mondo Rock)
Australian music legend Ross Wilson joins us to discuss his first group, THE FAUVES (1964-1965)
Episode 10: Dave O’Neil (Captain Cocoa)
Dave O’Neil – bass player in Melbourne 1980s group, Captain Cocoa – joins us to talk about his band, the 80s indie-pop scene, and his memories of taking The Fauves under their wing!
Episode 9: DAUGHTER ABROAD/FIREMAN 451 (1990)
A look back at the second release of The Fauves, 1990’s split A-side “Daughter Abroad/Fireman 451” distributed by Shock Records.
Episode 3: THIS MOOD HAS PASSED (1990)
A look back at the recording of The Fauves first disc, recorded August 1989 at Timbertop Recording Studios, Ringwood, and released the following year on vinyl.
Episode 2: 1988
The band reflect back on the group’s formation, the first gig at Mt Eliza Football Club in July 1988, and their first gig at the famous Punters Club.
Episode 1: Introduction
Welcome to Fauves Are The Best People. A bit about who we are, and what we plan to do – and how we might need your help! The podcast will review each and every song released by legendary Melbourne tunesmiths. Featuring extensive interviews with all band members – and those around the group at the …