The Mixtape Podcast - Creating Mix Tapes and Playlists with your favourite musicians!

Ash frontman Tim Wheeler joins The Mixtape to celebrate 30 years of the band's classic debut album 1977 and their return to Australia.

Tim looks back on the extraordinary period when Ash went from recording singles during school holidays to playing Glastonbury, appearing on Top of the Pops, touring the world and scoring a UK number-one album — all while still in their teens.

He reveals how the band got away with using a Star Wars sound effect on Lose Control, explains why he wouldn't change 1977 three decades later, and talks about his enduring love for Girl From Mars.

Tim also builds his own six-track Mixtape, taking us through The Jackson 5, Bryan Ferry, Oasis, Mass Gothic and The Cure — and explains why, given the chance to send a song back to his 18-year-old self, he'd simply steal Wonderwall before Oasis could release it.

Plus: Ash's bizarre pre-show ritual, breaking a tooth on stage, disastrous gigs and the concert Tim would travel through time to see.

Ash Australian Tour 2026
4 September — Rosemount Hotel, Perth
5 September — Freo Social, Fremantle
Plus Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.

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Rising Perth singer-songwriter ALEIA joins Mark Phillips on The Mixtape to talk about her heartfelt new single Willpower, written in the aftermath of heartbreak and brought to life with a striking music video filmed in the Perth hills. ALEIA shares the stories behind her songwriting, her love of visual storytelling, and what's next as she works on new music. She also takes on The Mixtape, revealing the artists who have shaped her sound, with picks including Amy Winehouse, Fiona Apple, Ella Fitzgerald, Paramore, Tori Amos and Flight of the Conchords, before facing the always entertaining Collab, Tour or Diss challenge featuring some of WA's finest emerging artists.

Perth singer-songwriter Autumn Sage joins The Mixtape to celebrate the release of her heartfelt new single Perfect Little Person, a song that began life sixteen years ago before finally finding its way back to completion. Autumn opens up about balancing music with raising six children, why she's embraced a DIY approach with her intimate Notebook Sessions, and the importance of getting her songs out into the world regardless of budget.

We also chat about her growing live band, upcoming performances, the exciting Mixtape Live show at Lyrics Underground, and the merchandise that's helping support her independent music journey.

Plus, She shares her eclectic Mixtape selections ranging from Rage Against the Machine and Mariah Carey to Harry Connick Jr., Victoria Canal and The Cranberries, and reveals the pre-show ritual that keeps her grounded before every performance.

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Perth singer-songwriter Georgina Dacheff joins The Mixtape Live for an intimate session of stories, songs and the music that shaped her.

As well as talking to us about her new release "Waters Edge" Georgina performs two exclusive live acoustic tracks, sharing the inspiration behind her songwriting before revealing the songs that would make up her ultimate Mixtape.

From the records that influenced her career to the artists she returns to time and time again, Georgina opens up about her musical journey in a relaxed and engaging conversation, blending live performance with personal storytelling

A unique mix of live music and long-form conversation celebrating the artists and albums that soundtrack our lives.

Sweet guitarist Andy Scott returns to The Mixtape to discuss the band's Final Blitz Australian Tour, decades of touring, unforgettable live disasters, Australia's rock audiences and the songs that made Sweet one of the biggest bands of the glam rock era.

Andy also shares his Mixtape B-Side selections, from Led Zeppelin and Hendrix to The Angels and Mose Allison.

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Singer-songwriter Kim Yang joins The Mixtape to celebrate her stunning debut album Turn On The Lights.

Kim reflects on her journey from growing up in Taiwan to busking on the streets of Canberra, overcoming imposter syndrome, and using songwriting as a powerful outlet for mental health and self-discovery.

She also shares the touching story behind fan favourite All Good When I'm With You, talks about writing the album while living in China, her love of vinyl, and her upcoming Perth performances.

Plus, Kim reveals the songs that shaped her life, from Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman to Eva Cassidy, Goo Goo Dolls and more, as she builds her perfect Mixtape.

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Happy Mondays frontman Shaun Ryder joins The Mixtape for a wide-ranging conversation celebrating the 35th anniversary of Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches.

We talk about:

• recording one of Britain's greatest albums

• discovering Paul Oakenfold

• the story behind Step On

• how Gorillaz' hit DARE was created completely by accident

• touring in your sixties

• Ronnie Wood, Keith Richards and unforgettable nights out

• Shaun's Mixtape song selections

If you're a fan of Madchester, Britpop, indie music or classic British rock, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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Perth singer-songwriter Midnight Francine joins The Mixtape Live for an intimate performance and conversation celebrating the release of her new single "Lavender Lover."

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We explore the story behind the song, a dark and captivating murder ballad told from the perspective of a female protagonist, discuss her upcoming launch show at Clancy's Fremantle, and discover the artists that have soundtracked her life.

Her Mixtape features music from The Sundays, Crowded House, The Church, and Nick Cave, with each choice opening the door to stories of inspiration, songwriting, and the moments that shaped her as an artist.

The episode closes with a stunning live performance of "Mother's Mountain," an emotional tribute to her late mother that perfectly captures the honesty and vulnerability at the heart of Midnight Francine's music.

If you enjoy thoughtful songwriting, live acoustic performances, and discovering outstanding Western Australian artists, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Peter Cox looks back on four decades of Go West, the story behind King Of Wishful Thinking, recording the band's iconic debut album, nearly missing the Pretty Woman soundtrack, touring Australia with Debbie Gibson and the music that inspired him.

Along the way Peter shares stories about songwriting, live performance, looking after his voice and creating one of pop's most enduring catalogues.

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Chris Demakes from Less Than Jake joins The Mixtape to discuss over three decades of punk rock, returning to Australia, songwriting after Vinnie Fiorello, Chris DeMakes A Podcast, favourite Australian bands, and the six songs that shaped his musical life.Australian Tour Tickets from:

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