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Ruthie Foster on Winning a Grammy at an Airport Bar + Touring WA with Eric Bibb | The Mixtape

Grammy-winning blues powerhouse Ruthie Foster joins The Mixtape to talk about her upcoming Western Australian tour with Eric Bibb, her award-winning album Mileage, and the surreal moment she found out she’d won a Grammy… in an airport bar. We dive into her journey from gospel roots to the US Navy band, the power of live performance, and the songs that shaped her sound. Plus, Ruthie builds her Mixtape—featuring picks from Steve Winwood, Pharrell Williams, Ray Charles, Van Morrison and more. 🎸 Tour Dates (WA): Albany – April 23 Bunbury – April 24 Kalamunda – April 26 👉 Tickets & info: ruthiefoster.com #RuthieFoster #EricBibb #BluesMusic #GrammyWinner #TheMixtape #LiveMusic #AustralianTour #SoulMusic #MusicInterview #IndependentMusic

Eric Bibb on Blues Roots, One Mississippi & a Lifetime of Songwriting | The Mixtape

Blues legend Eric Bibb joins The Mixtape to talk about his upcoming Australian tour, his latest album One Mississippi, and a lifetime immersed in the blues tradition. From early influences like Howlin’ Wolf and Robert Johnson to collaborations with musicians like Dave Bronze and Robbie McIntosh, Eric shares stories from a remarkable career spanning decades. We also dive into his creative process, why songwriting is “like breathing,” and his Mixtape selections—including classics from Junior Walker, Taj Mahal, and Shirley Horn. 🎸 Plus: – The story behind “Five Miles Above” – Touring with Ruthie Foster – What makes a great cover version – Deep cuts from the blues archives 📍 Catch Eric Bibb live in WA: Albany | Bunbury | Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre www.ericbibb.com #EricBibb #BluesMusic #TheMixtape #MusicInterview #OneMississippi #BluesLegend #GuitarMusic #LiveMusicAustralia #Podcast

Glenn Richards (Augie March) – 20 Years of Moo, You Bloody Choir + Mixtape Picks & Solo Plans

Glenn Richards from Augie March joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Moo, You Bloody Choir and the upcoming Fremantle show at Freo Social. We dive into performing the album front-to-back, whether One Crowded Hour will open the set, songs never played live (including “Mount Wellington Reverie”), and Glenn’s evolving relationship with the record two decades on. Glenn also shares details of a brand new solo album in the works, talks Iron Maiden nostalgia, and builds his Mixtape playlist featuring Wire, Crow, The Reels, Tom Waits, and The Church. Plus: * 20th anniversary vinyl reissue details * Tour rider confessions 🍀 * Dream collaborators 📍 Moo, You Bloody Choir – 20th Anniversary Tour Tickets from: moshtix.com.au [https://moshtix.com.au/] 📍 Fremantle – Freo Social – April 3 00:00 – Glenn Richards intro 00:42 – 20th Anniversary Tour & Performing Album Front to Back 02:05 – Will “One Crowded Hour” Open the Set? 03:38 – Songs Never Played Live (“Mount Wellington Reverie”) 05:05 – Recreating the Album’s Dynamics Live 06:08 – Glenn’s Personal Favourite Tracks on the Album 07:26 – How His Relationship with the Songs Has Changed in 20 Years 09:02 – 20th Anniversary Double LP & Vinyl Details 10:10 – Mixtape: “I Am The Fly” – Wire 12:05 – Mixtape: “Old Blue Rock Pile” – Crow 13:55 – Mixtape: “Bad Moon Rising” – The Reels (Cover Version Talk) 15:25 – Mixtape: “I Don’t Want To Grow Up” – Tom Waits 16:20 – Mixtape: “The Amazing Alice” – Tom Waits (Love Song Pick) 17:25 – Mixtape: “Monday Morning” – The Church 18:10 – Quick Fire Five (Rider, Rituals, Dream Collab, Best City, Time Travel Gig) 19:05 – Solo Album Plans & UK Release #AugieMarch #GlennRichards #OneCrowdedHour #AustralianMusic #IndieRock #MooYouBloodyChoir #MixtapePodcast #RadioFremantle #LiveMusic

The Mixtape Live Ep 1 – Georgina Dacheff (Sofar Sounds Special)

The Mixtape Live – Georgina Dacheff (Sofar Sounds Special) In this special Mixtape Live episode recorded in an intimate Sofar Sounds setting, singer-songwriter Georgina Dacheff joins us for a brand-new format of the show that blends live performance with the storytelling spirit of The Mixtape. Across the episode, Georgina performs four of her own original songs, bringing her powerful voice and songwriting to the stage in a stripped-back acoustic setting. But that’s only half the story. As part of the live on-stage interview, Georgina also builds her personal Mixtape — sharing the artists and songs that shaped her musical journey. And instead of simply talking about them, she performs special cover versions of her selections live on stage, giving the audience a rare glimpse into the music that inspired her. The result is a unique mix of live originals, unexpected covers, and conversation, all captured in the intimate atmosphere Sofar Sounds is famous for. This episode marks the launch of a brand-new Mixtape format — where the stories behind the music come to life through live performance. Expect: • Three live original songs from Georgina Dacheff • Special live covers of her Mixtape selections • Stories behind the songs that shaped her • An intimate Sofar Sounds performance setting Welcome to The Mixtape Live — where the mixtape isn’t just talked about… it’s played. Connect with Georgina: @georginadacheffmusic www.georginadacheff.com.au

Maggie Lindemann Talks I Feel Everything, Emotional Lyrics & Touring Australia | The Mixtape

Alt-pop star Maggie Lindemann joins The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle 107.9FM to talk about her powerful new album I Feel Everything, the emotions behind her songwriting, and returning to Australia for a national tour.In this interview, Maggie opens up about writing deeply personal songs, the tracks fans are connecting with most on tour, and how her confidence as a live performer has evolved since her last visit to Australia.She also creates a special Mixtape EP, sharing songs that influenced her music and shaped her journey as an artist.🎧 In this interview we discuss:The inspiration behind I Feel EverythingWhy some songs felt “too personal” to releaseCrowd reactions to “I Don’t Belong Here” and “Morning”Maggie’s songwriting process in the studioHer love of vinyl and physical music formatsMixtape picks from artists like Jane RemoverTour rider snacks (including Lunchables!)The one concert in history she wishes she could attendPerth – Magnet House | May 10Tickets: Destroy All LinesIf you enjoy artist interviews, music stories, and discovering the influences behind your favourite records, subscribe for more weekly interviews on The Mixtape.0:00 Maggie Lindemann Intro – The Mixtape on Radio Fremantle0:18 Maggie Lindemann Australian Tour & Returning to Perth1:02 How Maggie’s Live Shows Have Evolved1:45 Writing the Emotional Album I Feel Everything2:37 Were Any Songs Too Personal To Release?3:32 Fan Reactions to “I Don’t Belong Here” & “Morning”4:32 Maggie Lindemann’s Songwriting Process5:18 Music vs Lyrics – Where Her Songs Begin6:08 Maggie on Vinyl, Physical Music & Collecting Records6:55 The Mixtape EP – Influences & Song Picks7:10 Attention Grabber Track – Jane Remover “So What?”7:58 Song For Her 18-Year-Old Self8:42 Deep Cut Pick & Musical Inspirations9:24 Quickfire Five – Tour Rider Snacks9:58 Pre-Show Rituals & Tour Essentials10:27 Favourite Cities To Play Live10:47 The One Concert Maggie Would Time Travel To See11:10 Introducing “Lost Cause” from I Feel Everything#MaggieLindemann#IFeelEverything#AltPop#PopMusic#MusicInterview#TheMixtape#RadioFremantle#AustralianTour#NewMusic#Songwriting