David, Norliah, Russell and Savvass reunite to discuss some of their favourite facts about artists!

They discuss Michael Jackson’s Pepsi incident, Stephen Tyler’s hidden pills in his scarf, and the toxic relationships that often drive musical creativity. The conversation also covers Freddie Mercury’s Zorastrian heritage, James Reyne’s Nigerian roots, and Prince’s remarkable ability to play 27 instruments on his debut album.

The conversation covers various musical artists and their talents. It highlights Prince’s musical prowess, Brian May’s guitar-building skills, Bon Scott’s unexpected flute playing, and Avril Lavigne’s age. Additionally, it mentions Dave Gilmore’s charitable donation and Bruce Dickinson’s diverse talents, including piloting and fencing. The discussion also touches on the backstory of Men at Work’s “Who Can It Be Now?” and Colin Hay’s experiences in Los Angeles.

A discussion about the copyright lawsuit surrounding the melody line in Men at Work’s “Land Down Under” is summarized. The lawsuit resulted in significant financial losses for the band and ongoing royalties for the original composer’s family.

David, Norliah, Russell and Savvass reunite to discuss actors who became Singers!

The podcast discusses actors who became singers, starting with David Cassidy from The Partridge Family. The conversation then shifts to Susan Day, who had a successful acting career after the show. The discussion moves on to Sonny and Cher, highlighting their musical and acting careers, and their impact on popular culture.

Miley Cyrus, starting with Hannah Montana, is praised for her comedic acting, musical talent, and strong attitude. She is noted for her resilience in overcoming public scrutiny and drug and alcohol use, and her dedication to her music. Kylie Minogue, another successful Australian artist, is discussed for her longevity, reinvention, and musical credibility, with “Confide in Me” cited as a favorite song.

The conversation highlights several actors and musicians who are multi-talented, including Neil Diamond, Will Smith, Christina Aguilera, and Bradley Cooper. It also mentions Val Kilmer’s surprising singing ability in the movie “The Doors” and Ryan Gosling’s versatility as an actor, singer, and dancer. The discussion further explores the talents of Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe, noting their impressive acting skills and unexpected singing abilities.

Russell Crowe formed a band called Thirty Odd Foot of ****, based on their height? Barbara Streisand, a talented actress and singer, is also mentioned.

David, Norliah, Russell, and Savvas reunite to discuss their favourite soloists who began their careers in bands.

The podcast discusses famous solo artists who started in bands, including Lionel Richie, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Jenny Morris, and Peter Cetera. Lionel Richie’s solo career is highlighted, noting his success and reinvention, while Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins’ contributions to Genesis are acknowledged. Jenny Morris’ rise from Inxs backing vocalist to a successful solo artist is also mentioned, as is Peter Cetera’s solo career after Chicago.

The conversation discusses the solo careers of musicians from popular bands. It highlights the success of Steve Perry from Journey, Neil Schon, and Stephen Nicks from Fleetwood Mac. The discussion also touches on Tina Turner’s remarkable solo career after leaving Ike and Tina Turner, and Don Henley’s successful solo career following his time with The Eagles.

The conversation discusses successful solo careers of musicians from iconic bands. Paul McCartney and John Lennon from The Beatles are highlighted for their versatility and longevity. George Harrison and Ringo Starr are also mentioned, with George’s songwriting and Ringo’s hit “It Don’t Come Easy” noted.

The podcast discusses the musical careers of Peter Tosh and Ian Moss. Peter Tosh, from the influential Jamaican band The Wailers, is highlighted for his solo work, including the song “Don’t Look Back.” Ian Moss, a member of the Australian band Cold Chisel, is praised for his solo albums, guitar work, and beautiful singing voice.