Arvos with Andy

On Arvos with Andy we had KERRI PERRETT with her latest “Sugar Bird Lady”. This is an Australian bush ballad inspired by the remarkable life of Robin Miller. Co-written with Kerri's brother, Dean Perrett, the ballad is a tribute to a woman who turned the impossible into action, combining her love for flying with nursing, to deliver life-saving polio vaccines to remote Aboriginal communities in the Kimberley and Pilbara regions in the 1960s. 

To disguise the bitter taste Robin placed drops of the oral vaccine onto sugar cubes, in turn affectionately earning her the nickname “Sugar Bird Lady”. This song is a tribute to her courage, compassion and quiet determination and honours a woman whose selfless service touched thousands of lives. I hope “Sugar Bird Lady” helps keep Robin Miller’s extraordinary story flying for generations to come! 

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On Arvos with Andy we had Holly and Zoe from the Mental Health Association of Central Australia (MHACA). The ladies were here in the studio to promote Stressless in the Plaza that is happening on Friday the 16th of October from 10.00am till 1pm in the Alice Plaza. This gathering is a popular annual community mental health and wellbeing event held at the Alice Plaza in Alice Springs (Mparntwe).

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On Arvos with Andy we had local Rockers Jez Conlon and Andes Pfeiffer from Stella Sea. Stellar Sea’s music is best described as a post punk rock outfit that explores a creative response to the planetary crisis.  

The feature on today’s show, was an in-depth conversation with Jez and Andes about the rapidly changing role of AI in the music industry, particularly its potential impact on live music, musicians, creativity and the relationship between artists and audiences. We also explored what the rise of AI could mean for community radio, including questions around creativity, authenticity, content creation and the important role local radio continues to play in supporting emerging and independent artists.  

Listener discretion is advised, as this song contains strong language and distressing themes.

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On Arvos with Andy we have music legend Jade Hurley OAM. Of all the tracks Jade Hurley has recorded over 60 years, he says that this song ‘Play Me The Waltz Of The Angels’ is one of his nicest … and a complete departure from the Rock and Roll and Country Rock tracks with Jade’s piano style that he has become known for down through the years.  

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On Arvos with Andy we had soul artist Allysha Joy with her new single 'kiss it better'. The song features searing vocal intensity, emotional delivery, with an amazing expressive range. Recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London, ‘kiss it better’ sonically evokes the spirit of a Prince or Meshell Ndegeocello track, whilst the DC connection comes through with influence from Dreamcast Moe, one of Allysha’s frequent collaborators.

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On Arvos with Andy, we had Australian pop-dance artist Anthony Kale. Anthony turns the energy all the way up on “Let’s Dance Tonight”, a huge, feel-good new release built for Friday nights, packed dance floors and hands-in-the-air moments. Kale’s exuberant vocal drives the track forward, while its celebration of escape, connection and losing yourself in the music gives the song an infectious emotional lift.

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On Arvos with Andy, we’re joined by Kesh Keerthi, the NT Cricket Coordinator, who is here to tell us all about an exciting opportunity for young cricketers during the upcoming school holidays. Kesh will be highlighting the Come & Try Cricket program; a fantastic development initiative designed for both boys and girls. The program is a great way for kids to get involved in cricket, learn and develop their skills, meet new friends, and most importantly, have fun playing the game. Whether they’re picking up a bat and ball for the first time or already have a passion for cricket, the Come & Try Cricket program provides a welcoming environment for young players of all abilities to get active and enjoy the sport.

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On Arvos with Andy we had Victoria Crosby. ‘If She Can Take Him’ is a fast-paced country rocker with a sharp sense of humour and a message of self-respect. Inspired by a real conversation overheard while working in a café, the song flips the classic cheating story on its head, asking why the other woman is so often blamed for a bloke's bad decisions. The song is packed with catchy hooks, flying fiddles, and quick wit. It's an unapologetic anthem about knowing your worth, taking out the trash and refusing to fight over someone who was never worth keeping. 

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On Arvos with Andy, we had Sue Shearer. Sue is the CEO of CONTA. COTA NT has sent an Open Letter to the NT’s elected representatives calling on them to stand up for older Territorians who are facing growing pressure from the cost of private health insurance and rising out-of-pocket health costs. There is a petition to the Government to stop cuts to the age-based private health insurance rebate; require insurers to return a mandated share of premiums as real benefits to consumers each year. 

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On Arvos with Andy, we were excited to welcome back Kooda Kuulmaa-Mardii who has sung a released single Original People. The afternoon show was very privileged to be given the opportunity to appreciate the narrative behind the song and what it means to the First Peoples of this land. 

Kooda and his partner Narla are currently on tour from Charleville in Central Queensland, bringing a unique blend of Country, Aussie Rock and Blues, along with plenty of original songs that showcase their own style through personal experience and musical influences. 

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