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171. Adam Miller
09/2/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
My guest today is guitarist Adam Miller — one of Australia’s most quietly brilliant musicians.
We talk about seeing the guitar like a piano, opening for Tommy Emmanuel as a teenager, touring the US as a fully self-managed artist, capturing music live in the room and much much more.
Plus, we dive into his new album Timing and the Neumann Sessions, recorded at the Foo Fighters’ Studio 606.
This conversation was recorded 14th Decemember 2025.
More info and music, check out Adam's website, Instagram, Facebook and Youtube channel.
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170. Michael Paynter
18/1/2026 | 58 mins.
My guest today is Michael Paynter — Singer, songwriter, producer and multi instrumentalist with a voice you’ve heard everywhere, even if you didn’t know it.
From touring with Jimmy Barnes, ICEHOUSE, and The Veronicas, to that viral Jesus Christ Superstar performance that blew everyone away.
We talk about the long game of music — session life, solo careers, theatre, and what it really takes to stay consistent over the decades.
For more on Michael, check out his website michaelpaynter.com
This conversation was recorded 19th Decemember 2025.
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169. Nick Gaffaney
04/1/2026 | 1h 13 mins.
My guest today is drummer, composer, and creative mad scientist Nick Gaffaney.
Originally from Christchurch NZ, now based in LA, with a career that’s moved through jazz, free improv, cruise ships, the NZ session scene, artist residencies in India, and the heavy, uncompromising world of Cairo Knife Fight.
In this episode, we talk about the shift from being a sideman to building your own thing, why Nick is putting focus back onto drums after years of production and songwriting, and the reality of chasing creative fulfilment instead of just gigs.
Nick also speaks very openly about mental health, late ADHD diagnosis, and what it’s like to finally feel present after decades of just pushing forward through the darkness
For more info on Nick, check out his Instagram
This conversation was recorded on 05/12/2025
As mentioned in the conversation, check out Aaron Tokona.
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2025 Review & Listener Q&A
29/12/2025 | 16 mins.
Yo! Stevie Taylor here.
No guest today… this one’s a bit of a pause-and-look-around moment. A wee bit of a year in review. Stick around. I’ll tell you about some of the behind the scenes stuff and my personal takeaways from some of this year’s interviews.
I’ll also answer some listener questions and let you know whats happening in 2026.
This is all set out in chapters on your app, so you can skip and bounce around to whatever section you want.
I think we're rolling...
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167. Tania Doko
20/12/2025 | 56 mins.
My guest today is the one the only Tania Doko — one half of Bachelor Girl, and one of Australia’s most distinctive voices.
Bachelor Girl’s debut album, Waiting for the Day is one of my dessert island albums, so it was really neat to chat with Tania all about that time.
Also, we talk creativity versus performance, songwriting in Sweden, finding calm in the Northern Rivers, Prince, deep cuts, and why stepping away from the spotlight can sometimes reignite everything.
Check out Tania's instagram and website.
This conversation was recorded on 09/12/2025
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The Gig Life Podcast is a long-form music interview series hosted by Stevie Taylor, featuring in-depth conversations with musicians, producers, songwriters, and industry professionals from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world. Since launching in 2018, the show has shared authentic stories from the people behind the music — exploring creative journeys, career breakthroughs, studio sessions, touring life, and the realities of making a living in music. With over 160 episodes, The Gig Life Podcast has become a trusted platform for Australian and NZ music storytelling, featuring well-known artists, rising session players, and behind-the-scenes industry voices. Whether you’re a musician, music fan, or curious creative, you’ll find real talk, inspiration, and insight in every episode.defining moments to the challenges and triumphs of making a life in music. With over 160 episodes, The Gig Life Podcast has become a trusted space for authentic storytelling, celebrating both well-known names and hidden gems of the music world. I think we're rolling...

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