INXS: Access All Areas

After deep diving on INXS’ 2010 Original Sin Album last week, we take a detailed look at the album’s legacy, the influence of Chris Murphy on the band during this period and some of the exciting tour/setlists performances that accompanied this album release.

Having seen the band perform at Day on the Green at Rockford Estates Melbourne, Victoria in February 2011, the setlist provides an interesting backdrop to the sounds and styles of the album in a real time “live setting” with support bands including Train, Baby Animals and The Models.

The influence of Chris Murphy rejoining the band again in a creative and supporting role cannot be underestimated. He took the pressure and burden off the remaining 5 members of INXS to prove their worth and bona fides. Rather, he instilled faith and direction in the band to embrace their past, thrust their catalogue and pursue a band to brand strategy that inspired the band to look back and re-record the tracks that ended up being the Original Sin Album.

With a jam packed news section, tribute song for the ages and a whole lot more, we present to you another vital episode of INXS: Access all Areas.

Love and peace Haydn & Bee

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Having completed nearly 200 gigs with JD Fortune via the Switch Album Tour over 2006-2007, INXS took a much needed break in 2008 to recharge the batteries and contemplate further new chapters in their career post Michael Hutchence.

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Occasionally a song comes along that sits sedately surrounded by more spectacular songs but somehow over the journey of time reveals itself sonically, lyrically and emotionally within our hearts and minds. That’s the story of INXS’ masterpiece “The Stairs” from 1990’s X album.

After the one, two punch of Suicide Blonde and Disappear, both which climbed into the Billboard Top 10 Charts, The Stairs subtly and gradually provides a moment of introspective reflection in urban living amongst the masses and social alienation. With a contemplative introduction devoid of lyrics and full band interaction until the 80th second, INXS (according to Michael Hutchence) commit to a songwriting process and pathway that was to this point, their most ambitious recording. Absent was the traditional intro, verse, chorus, verse outro song structure with a greater emphasis on lyrical resonance and escalation.

With a passioned vocal by Michael and a film clip that supports the lyrical themes of isolation and lack of community connection, INXS create a soundscape, lyric and message that some 34 years later has current day meaning in this online heavy but community lacking world. Having done deep dive episodes on more prominent singles such as What you Need, Never tear us Apart, Don’t Change, Burn for You and The One Thing, we are proud to share a unique deep cut that has only blossomed and grown in the hearts, minds and souls of true INXS fans since 1990.

Love and peace

Haydn & Bee

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This week the girls take over the podcast and let the resident birthday boy have the week off. me (Bee) and Danyelle take on the usual INXS matters of the week and we listen to Bee delve deep in a solo interview.

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Chrissie Vincent, who found herself intertwined with INXS through her boyfriend Nero, the bass player for the Machinations, during the vibrant music scene of the 80s.

Chrissie shares incredible stories of her encounters with the band, offering a unique glimpse into the world of Michael Hutchence, his girlfriend Michelle, and her enduring friendship with Garry Gary Beers.

We also explore Chrissie's remarkable rise in the music industry, from her early days in the scene to leading a prestigious Bachelor’s course in Music Business and Entertainment.

Tune in for a heartfelt and nostalgic trip through rock and roll history, told by someone who lived it.

So sit back, grab a glass of wine, and listen to the all girls episode!

Love and peace

Bee

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H A P P Y  I N X S  D A Y!       H A P P Y   B I R T H D A Y   T I M!

In todays “feature episode” we celebrate the important milestone that is INXS’ 47th birthday and as such, Bee and I countdown the most pivotal 47 moments, achievements and accomplishments since 1977; with a heavy emphasis on songs, albums, video clips, awards and live gigs, amidst other memorable successes.

Counting down from 47 to 1, mone and Bee's list's  contrasted heavily in the beginning, phases with a mutual appreciation society naturally occurring as we approached the top 5 pivotal moments and successes.

So as we come off last week’s episode whereby we acknowledged the birthdays of Jon and Tim Farriss, we aim to not “bore you and get to the chorus” by booting our news, fan engagement and wrap sections to the kerb by getting straight into our list with passion, purpose and pace!

We also, look forward to having 5 patrons join us next episode to extend the INXS birthday acknowledgments, either their very own pivotal moments and INXS successes, that resonated with them.

So sit, back, forget about the troubles in your lives and dive deep on the only 100% INXS dedicated podcast on the planet with love and peace

Blast out those INXS tunes today!

Episode 193 “The Birthday Boys: Jon Farriss & Tim Farriss Top 7 Memories and Moments!”

As we pass through August 10th & 16th, it’s only appropriate that we take time out to celebrate the career and lives of the “Birthday Boys” of INXS, Jon Farriss turning 63 and Tim Farriss 67 on the latest episode of INXS: Access all Areas.

Middle brother Andrew’s legendary songwriting contribution has been discussed at length but today Bee and I count down the “Farriss bookends” of Jon and Tim top 7 pivotal moments and memories that resonate in our hearts to this very day whilst leaving an indelible mark. Jon, the innovative, skilled, multi-talented and percussive heartbeat of that undefinable INXS sound who blossomed into a formidable songwriting force with such hits and classics as Disappear, Deepest Red, Melting in the Sun and The Gift amidst many.

Tim, the leader, statesman, funk-meister, upbeat, personality and big picture heart of the band! INXS were more than the sum of their parts and the contributions of these two Farriss brothers cannot be underestimated in the INXS journey.

So sit back, pop a cold beverage and send your birthday cheers to the much loved Jon & Tim Farriss.

Love and Peace

Haydn & Bee

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We are ecstatic to have the very first bona fide superstar guest of INXS:Access all Areas in 2020, Nick Egan, returning to our airwaves to discuss his upcoming feature documentary which shall be launching in the not to distant future.

Having forged his career in the UK back in the late 1970’s as a visual design artist, Nick went on to critical acclaim as a Director of music videos, commercials and film working with artists as varied as: The Clash, The Ramones, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Psychedelic Furs, Bob Dylan, Duran Duran, Iggy Pop, Malcolm McLaren, New York Dolls, The Cult, The Doors, Alanis Morissette, Carole King, Cheap Trick, The Deftones, Mick Jagger, Oasis, Sonic Youth, Rod Stewart plus our very own INXS!

In todays episode, we dive further into his iconic contribution to INXS’ Kick album cover, his relationship with Michael Hutchence and discuss a sample of his top 10 music videos that are being highlighted in this documentary. Forever erudite and on point, Nick’s openness, passion and honesty shines through and listeners are in for a genuine treat.

With a huge birthday shout out to those who celebrated milestones in the month of July, it’s fair to say the previous October was a quiet social period for many of the 20th century’s superstar artist parents!! With a bumper news section and a whole lot more, tune into the only 100% dedicated, 24/7 and 50 weeks a year INXS podcast!!!

Love and peace

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Today, we examine the remaining 6 tracks from studio album 11, from INXS’ Switch recording that as discussed on the previous episode, showcased a new era for the band.

With a variety of band member contributions, side 2 highlighted a distinct set of sounds, sonics and lyrics with the band exploring a more creative process.

Opening proceedings with a unique Co-write between ex New Radicals frontman Gregg Alexander, Annie Roboff (Indigo Girls) and Andrew Farriss, we see INXS broaden their traditional sound with a bunch an assortment of ballads, mid tempo rock tracks, reggae and four to the floor synth rock anthems (Hungry). It highlights Andrew Farriss previous years traveling the globe seeking lyrical inspiration and song craft partnerships that was lost with Michael’s unfortunate passing.

The fruits of these travels is more than reflected in the final recordings. With a punchy, but effective news section update and some auction/raffle announcements, we also share news on an exciting former guest who’ll be re-appearing on episode 192.

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With INXS refreshed and revitalized post Rock Star INXS, the band entered the Westlake Studios in Los Angeles, California. With a brand new front man, JD Fortune to record and mix their 11th studio release aptly named Switch, further mixing was completed both at MixStar Studios at Virginia Beach, Virginia and Sphere Studios in London, UK.

Nearly 8.5 years since their final recording with Michael Hutchence on Elegantly Wasted, the band wasted no time between September-November 2005 laying down 11 tracks that would represent the dawn of a new era for the band and be the precursor to a World Tour in 2006.

Produced by Guy Chambers, formerly with World Party and main Co-Writer with Robbie Williams, he and Andrew Farriss were able to unite and combine for an album that sounded fresh, vital, progressive but with that typical INXS DNA underpinning its sound and sonics.

Today, we examine Side One’s 5 tracks spearheaded by the international hits that were Pretty Vegas and Afterglow whilst also discussing the narrative, expectations and experiences of other rock bands that have lost front man over their careers whether it be by departure or unfortunate passing.

So as the famous line from George Michael’s second album denoted, “listen without prejudice” and revel in a time when INXS challenged themselves, the critics and the wider fan base with a new singer, sound and a bunch of songs that heralded a new era for them!

Love and Peace

Haydn & Bee

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In the latest episode of INXS: Access all Areas, Bee and I get back to musical basics and compare and contrast our individual top 10 sublime INXS hook moments that leap out of the speakers and hit our collective hearts with passion and purpose.

What is a hook, I can hear you say? A hook is a musical idea, often a short riff, passage or phrase, that is used in music to make a song appealing and to catch the ear of the listener. With over 250 songs recorded, narrowing down a list to only 10 each was a daunting task.

That aside, our final lists unearth some interesting gems, deep cuts, predictable favourites and a few unexpected left turns making the whole exercise, a fun and rewarding experience.

With a jam packed news, an ode to birthday boy Kirk Pengilly and some new competitions launched, we urge you to tune in to your only 100% weekly dedicated INXS podcast!

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