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

In this delightful episode of The Mixtape, we dive into the sonic world of Serena Cherry, guitarist and vocalist of UK post-metal powerhouse Svalbard. Serena opens up about the band’s emotionally raw new album The Weight of the Mask, exploring how vulnerability and rage coexist in her songwriting.

We talk life on the road—what it’s like being the only woman in a tour bus full of dudes—and how she balances heavy music with her passion for creating Pokémon fan art and we also discuss the possibility of the band's music in video game soundtracks.

And of course, Serena builds her ultimate mixtape, revealing the artists that fuel her creativity—from black metal to shoegaze and everything in between.

🎧 A must-listen for fans of Svalbard, fierce female voices in metal, and anyone curious about the crossover between brutal riffs and geek culture.

Hear Serena's Mixtape choices here:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0JgvKwu0PJs2ZfqZxEOc8h?si=27092b4e4ada485d

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In this heartwarming and music-filled episode of The Mixtape, we welcome Danny O’Reilly, lead singer and songwriter of Irish indie-rock favorites The Coronas, for an in-depth conversation celebrating the band’s journey, creative evolution, and deep connection with their fans.

Danny shares the story behind the band’s beautiful duet with Gabrielle Aplin, offering insight into the collaboration and how it came together. We also talk about one of the most beloved traditions in Irish live music—The Coronas’ annual Christmas shows at Dublin’s iconic Olympia Theatre—and what makes these festive performances so meaningful for the band and their fans alike.

We dig into the release of their latest project, The Best of the Early Years, now available on vinyl, and Danny reflects on the songs that defined their early sound, as well as the enduring appeal of physical records in a digital age.

To round off the episode, Danny curates a personal mixtape playlist of musical influences, selecting the tracks and artists that inspired his songwriting and shaped The Coronas’ sound—from Irish legends to international icons.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering The Coronas, this episode offers a heartfelt and nostalgic journey through music, memories, and the magic of a mixtape.Catch up with everything the band are up to, Buy The Album, get tickets etc fromwww.thecoronas.net

Hear Danny's Mixtape Choices here:

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Keywords: Danny O’Reilly interview, The Coronas podcast, duet with Gabrielle Aplin, Dublin Olympia Theatre Christmas shows, The Best of the Early Years vinyl, Irish indie rock, music influences playlist, The Coronas new album, vinyl records, singer-songwriter inspiration.

A very short but sweet chat with First Nations Artist Radical Son.

Time was very tight and we didn't quite get to the Mixtape tracks, however, we did chat about Playing the Sydney Opera House and Radical Son's new Singles Until You Call My Name and Elder

You can catch up with all Radical Son's music, gigs etc by visiting

https://www.wantokmusik.org/radicalson

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In this nostalgic and revealing episode of The Mixtape, we sit down with Mark Day, guitarist for the iconic Happy Mondays, to explore his remarkable journey from Madchester mayhem to the classroom and back again.

Mark opens up about leaving the band at their peak to pursue a career in teaching, what inspired his return to the stage, and what it was really like meeting Bez and Shaun Ryder for the first time. Expect wild stories, deep reflections, and plenty of laughs.

Plus, Mark curates his very own imaginary mixtape, sharing the tracks that shaped his musical life — from underground gems to timeless anthems.

🎶 A must-listen for fans of Britpop, baggy beats, and musical reinvention.

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A cheeky little weekend bonus episode for you Ladies and Gents.

This episode was the very first time I tried out the Mixtape format, and I'd like to thank Simon London for giving me the extra time during our chat to do that. It's a very early incarnation of the Mixtape format, and I'm calling it The Demo Mixtape!

Simon has a new single out this week which you can listen to and download here:

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In this genre-bending episode of The Mixtape, we’re joined by the fierce and fabulous Grunge Barbie — a band that’s redefining alt-rock with a love letter to both Kylie Minogue and grungy guitar tones.

We chat about their unapologetic pop-meets-punk influences, their high-energy set at Out of the Woods Festival, and how they’re carving out a space that’s as bold as their name.

And of course, Grunge Barbie takes on the challenge of creating their ultimate mixtape, revealing the tracks that shaped their sound and spirit.

💅🎸 Equal parts glitter and grit — this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

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Hear their choices here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2RbpulkhQ0XddyGz3sDoY1?si=02856b80188d41a3https://stockrecordsperth.bandcamp.com/album/grunge-barbie-epINSTA  @grunge_barbie_bs 

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This week on The Mixtape, we dive deep with Hannah from Smol Fish, the dreamy indie-pop band making serious waves in the Aussie music scene. We chat about their lush and emotionally charged new EP Crocodile Tears, playing to packed crowds at the Out Of The Woods Festival, and how Hannah’s early musical influences helped shape the band’s unique sound.

From childhood singalongs to full festival sets, Hannah shares the songs that built her musical identity by curating a heartfelt mixtape playlist—one that’s equal parts nostalgic and inspiring.

🐊 Inside Crocodile Tears
🎤 Festival feels
🎶 Formative tracks & fresh sounds

It’s an episode full of feeling, hooks, and honesty—just like Smol Fish themselves.

Hear Hannah's Mix Tape selections here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5lwLAWuhT8PmhEafVcg8G1?si=9c5049fe56074435https://smolfish.bandcamp.com/musicINSTA @smolfishbandConnect With Me here:

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In this fun and fiery episode of The Mixtape, we chat with Alex from rising Perth band Loveshovel about their journey from jam sessions to festival stages. Alex shares the inside scoop on their latest single “No Hunks”, their unforgettable set at Out Of The Woods Festival, and the quirky origin story of how the band first came together.

We also dive into the band’s musical DNA as Alex builds a one-of-a-kind mixtape playlist, revealing the tracks that shaped Loveshovel’s sound and attitude.

🎸 Gritty, cheeky, and full of groove — this episode is a love letter to indie rock done the Loveshovel way.

Hear her mixtape selections here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4W5o3uUUiA3pMmyFLd7vnz?si=dcd680d2bbc34b73https://loveshovel.bandcamp.com/track...INSTA @fuckshovel

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This week on The Mixtape, we’re joined by Oliver from Ra Ra Viper, one of the most exciting acts to come out of WA in recent years. We chat about the band’s rise to fame during the chaos of COVID, their upcoming set at the Out Of The Woods Festival, and swap stories about some truly dodgy cover versions!

Oliver also takes on the ultimate challenge—curating his very own mixtape, revealing the artists and tracks that shaped Ra Ra Viper’s sound and spirit.

🔥 Festival vibes
😷 Blowing up mid-pandemic
🎶 Musical influences with a twist

Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering Ra Ra Viper for the first time, this episode delivers laughs, insight, and killer tunes in equal measure.

Hear Oliver's Tracks here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Bjb5BWPNQhQYLB4ROTAOz?si=dded88d4f24a4fee

Download the New EP here:

https://raraviper.bandcamp.com/track/...

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This week on The Mixtape, we’re turning up the fuzz and stepping back in time with Hannah from Psychotic Reactions, one of Perth’s most exciting retro-rock revivalists. Fresh from playing the Out Of The Woods Festival, Hannah chats about the thrill of hitting the stage, connecting with new fans, and the band’s infectious new single that's turning heads across the scene.

We dive deep into her obsession with 1960s rock, from garage grooves to psychedelic riffs, and how those golden-era influences have shaped the sound and spirit of Psychotic Reactions. Hannah also shares what it’s like to bring vintage vibes to a modern audience—and why staying true to their sonic roots matters more than ever.

In our signature mixtape segment, Hannah curates a killer playlist of tracks that define her musical DNA, from classic rock legends to underground gems.

🎸 Plug in for a groovy, guitar-driven episode that celebrates raw energy, retro flair, and the mixtape moments that make it all magic.

Hear her choices here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/35H2BKfMRY7r42oM6j8Wk3?si=124dd07806084a10

https://thepsychoticreactions.bandcamp.com/album/the-psychotic-reactions

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