Episode 175: Giving Up Drinking
Track 4 from CELEBRATE THE FAILURE (2000)
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Episode 161: THOUSAND YARD STARE (2000) – Part 2
A look back at the recording and release of 1000 YARD STARE.
Episode 160: THOUSAND YARD STARE (2000) – Part 1
A look back at the year 2000 and the recording of The Fauves’ fifth album, THOUSAND YARD STARE.
Episode 159: Roger Grierson (Polygram Music, Festival Records)
We have an enjoyable chat with legendary Australian music publisher/manager/promoter Roger Grierson. We go from his time in the late 70s Sydney punk DIY scene with his band THE THOUGHT CRIMINALS, to forming indie record labels and touring overseas acts. To heading up Polygram Music Publishing before chairing Festival Records and more. We might even …
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Episode 158: Phil Natt (The Favourite Game, Pub Rock, Ammonia)
We speak to Phil Natt about forming his band THE FAVOURITE GAME in early 1990s Western Australia, being part of proto-Ammonia, meeting The Fauves on the eve of THE YOUNG NEED DISCIPLINE, crossing over to the east, and forming Pub Rock with three of the Fauves in 1999.
Episode 153: Bigger Than Tina – Michael Dalley & Sarah Armstrong
An interview with Michael Dalley and Sally Armstrong about their starring role in BIGGER THAN TINA!
Episode 152: Radio Stars: Why 1979 Is Music’s Greatest Year – Andrew Faulkner (author)
Andrew Faulkner joins us to discuss his new book “Radio Stars: Why 1979 Is Music’s Greatest Year” – and why there might be some Fauves connections to the year!
Episode 151: 1999 – Part 2
Second of two episodes detailing the watershed year of 1999 for Australian band THE FAUVES.
Episode 148: BIGGER THAN TINA (1999): Director Interview – Neil Foley
An interview with the writer/director of BIGGER THAN TINA (1999), Neil Foley!
Episode 147: 1999 – Part 1
First of two episodes detailing the watershed year of 1999 for Australian band THE FAUVES.
Episode 124: Gig Reviews: Sooki Lounge (VIC) and UniBar (SA) – July 2025
Our roving journalists report back on two shows from the TROPICAL STRENGTH tour. They do not need their own tonight show.
Episode 123: LAZY HIGHWAYS (1998) – Part 2
A look back at the year 1998 and the final release of The Fauves’ fourth album, LAZY HIGHWAYS.
Episode 122: LAZY HIGHWAYS (1998) – Part 1
A look back at the year 1997 and the recording and release of The Fauves’ fourth album, LAZY HIGHWAYS.
Episode 113: 15 MINUTES TO ROCK (Vanessa Stuart)
We interview Vanessa Stuart about her seminal documentary, “15 Minutes To Rock” (1999)
Episode 106: Emily McMillan (Guitar Village)
We speak to Emily McMillan from legendary Frankston Guitar shop, GUITAR VILLAGE.
Episode 92: Greg Ng (Snout, DCP, Rebel Underground)
We sit down with the one and only Greg “Soultrain” Ng to discuss his time in Snout, his lead break in THAT’S THE LIFESTYLE and going solo!
Episode 91: FUTURE SPA (1996)
A look back at the recording and release of The Fauves’ third and most popular album, FUTURE SPA.
Episode 90: Bill McDonough (Australian Crawl)
We were lucky to sit down with Bill McDonough, drummer and songwriter (Downhearted, Shut Down, Indisposed) from AUSTRALIAN CRAWL. We talk about his life growing up on Mornington Peninsula through to the highs and lows of the band Thank you Bill for giving most generously of his time! A great chat!
Episode 85: Doctor’s Orders
In 2013, the Fauves chose a band called DOCTOR’S ORDERS to support them at their 25th Anniversary Show at The Corner Hotel in Melbourne. They are the world’s only Fauves cover band. They play only Doctor’s Songs. Yes. That’s right. We interview Baby Kenno and Baby Longy about the origin of the band: four mates …
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 …