In Search Of The INXS Holy Grail.

In Search Of The INXS Holy Grail.

Hi Legend! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598249/fan_mail/new] One of my absolute favourite episodes is here! This week on Listen Like Fans, I’m joined once again by our wonderful behind-the-scenes collaborator and resident INXS collector, Andrew Lambie, as we dive headfirst into the fascinating world of INXS collectibles. Many of you will remember Andrew (along with his partner in crime, Danyelle!) from last season when we chatted about INXS fandom, fanzines, the Calling All Nations Fan History book and some of their most treasured INXS memorabilia. That conversation got us thinking… what are the rarest INXS releases ever produced? And what truly deserves to be called the Holy Grail of INXS collectibles? With INXS celebrating almost 50 incredible years, there’s been an amazing array of vinyl, CDs and cassettes released all around the world. Some are easy to find… others are almost mythical! So Andrew and I decided to count down our Top 10 rarest and most sought-after pieces of INXS music media, along with a few honourable mentions that collectors dream about owning. From elusive 7-inch singles and promotional CDs to rare overseas pressings, withdrawn releases and unique vinyl variants, there’s something here for lifelong collectors and fans who are only just discovering the incredible world of INXS collecting. And who knows… You might even have one of these hidden away in a cupboard, garage or attic without even realising it! I absolutely loved recording this episode with Andrew, and if you enjoy this type of content, we’d really love to hear from you. There are so many rabbit holes we can explore together—from T-shirts and posters to tour merchandise, promotional items and everything in between. Thank you, as always, for listening and for being part of this amazing INXS community. Your passion and support mean the world to us. Enjoy this week’s episode, and don’t forget there are plenty more fan stories, deep dives and special guest interviews coming your way throughout the season. Until next time… Keep Listening Like Fans! If you would like to watch this episode, jump on over to our Patreon page (Link below) and become a paid supporter to watch the whole video and more.  Love, Bee ❤️ Become A Backstage Legend and join the INXS Fan Community  https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends [ https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends]  Website: https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/ [https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas [https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas]

🎙️ Episode Special: Behind the Kit with Jon Farriss’ Drum Tech – Tod T Burr

Hi Legend! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598249/fan_mail/new] What happens when you sit down at the pub with one of the people who helped keep the heartbeat of INXS on stage? In this special episode, we share laughs, incredible backstage stories, and a fascinating look behind the scenes with Tod T Burr—touring musician, drum tech, collector, and the man who worked alongside Jon Farriss during the Switch era. From his mischievous childhood in New York to life on the road with some of rock’s biggest names, Tod takes us on an unforgettable journey. Hear how a chance encounter with Jon Farriss changed his life, how he learned Jon’s drum setup from a single Google photo, and what it was really like preparing one of rock’s greatest drummers night after night. We also dive into life on tour, backstage disasters, priceless rock memorabilia, signed drum skins from legendary bands, and the unforgettable moment Tod almost found himself sitting behind Jon Farriss’ drum kit at an INXS concert. Most of all, this is just a really fun conversation. It’s full of laughter, great memories, and the kind of stories that only someone who lived the rock ‘n’ roll life can tell. If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the curtain before the lights go down, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🥁 Grab a drink, turn it up loud, and come backstage with us. If you would like to watch the video of this interview, then check out the posts on Patreon. To know more about Tod Burr and see his photos, check out his website: http://www.tmburr.com/ [http://www.tmburr.com/] Become A Backstage Legend and join the INXS Fan Community  https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends [ https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends]  Website: https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/ [https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas [https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas]

The Next Generation: Meet Jayden, a UK Superfan Flying the INXS Flag

Hi Legend! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598249/fan_mail/new] This week on Listen Like Fans, I’m joined by one of the next generation of die-hard INXS devotees — the one and only Jayden Crabtree! Growing up just outside Manchester, where the airwaves are dominated by hometown heroes like Oasis, The Stone Roses, The Smiths, Happy Mondays and New Order, you’d be forgiven for thinking a young music fan might never stumble across INXS. But fate had other plans. One spin of Suicide Blonde on his mum’s old rock compilation CD was all it took. From that moment on, Jayden was hooked. Add a few iconic photos of Michael Hutchence and Kylie Minogue into the mix, and a lifelong obsession was born. Jayden first connected with us during the Access All Areas Podcast years ago, and we’ve been looking forward to this chat ever since. We dive deep into his incredible passion for INXS, particularly his quest to track down the very clothes that were worn by the band during their glory years. From vintage late-’80s Doc Martens and Agnes B Homme shirts to Kensington Fantasia classics, Modzart London trousers, Hustler tees and the legendary Watch The World Argue shirts, Jayden has become something of an INXS fashion detective. Splitting his time between the UK and Mexico has also led to some unforgettable fan experiences, including attending a massive open-air screening of the legendary Wembley concert in Mexico. When rain threatened to shut the event down, nearly a thousand passionate fans came close to staging a rock ‘n’ roll rebellion to keep the show going! It was an absolute pleasure hearing Jayden’s stories and sharing his infectious enthusiasm for all things INXS. We hope you’ll enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it. So crank it up, settle in, and join us for another fan story straight from the heart. Until next time… Keep Listening Like Fans. Bee 🤘🖤 Become A Backstage Legend and join the INXS Fan Community  https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends [ https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends]  Website: https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/ [https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas [https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas]

Massage, Magic Juice & Michael Hutchence: let's go backstage with INXS's Massage Therapist

Hi Legend! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598249/fan_mail/new] This week on Listen Like Fans, Amalia Camateros takes us deep inside the world of INXS as the band’s massage therapist, healer and trusted backstage confidante from 1990–1996. From hand massages before shows and private late-night talks with Michael Hutchence to the legendary “magic juice” used by the band and Kylie, Amalia shares unforgettable stories from her first-hand experiences with the biggest rock bands in the world. Intimate, a bit cheeky, emotional and packed with backstage moments fans have never heard before. Become A Backstage Legend and join the INXS Fan Community  https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends [ https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends]  Website: https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/ [https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas [https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas]

Rockstar INXS Stories with MiG Ayesha

Hi Legend! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598249/fan_mail/new] We're back with Season 2 whoohoooo.... and n this week's episode, we're delighted to have on the Listen Like Fans podcast the extremely versatile and talented 'MiG' Ayesa - or to give him his full name, Miguel Alfonso Ramon Legarda Ayesa. As many INXS fans will remember, MiG was a contestant on RockStar INXS. Mig was one of the final three contestants and became a frontrunner with versions of "Live and Let Die" and "Baby, I Love Your Way".  MiG joins Bee from a cruise ship in a wide-ranging career interview to discuss all things performing on TV, studio and stage - including singing in multiple languages such as Japanese! In the twenty years since RockStar INXS ended, Mig has enjoyed a successful music career, releasing solo albums, working in theatre and appearing in television and film.  On the podcast today, MiG talks about his break into theatre in London's West End and meeting the surviving members of rock band Queen for his lead stint in We Will Rock You. All this would change, however, when Mig decided to try his luck auditioning for a new reality TV programme... Auditioning at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London to the INXS classic 'I Send a Message', a certain Mr Pengilly would be in the audience watching. This led to a second audition and then making the final 50 cut to perform in Los Angeles.  MiG recounts the laborious process of filming for each round of the RockStar INXS audition and eventually making it into the last 15. During his time with RockStar INXS, 'Baby, I Love Your Way', the Peter Frampton classic, became one of the standout performances of the entire series. MiG takes us behind the scenes and explains how the songs were chosen and how he came up with the arrangement to make the song his own.  In something of a fortuitous twist of fate, this would lead to Peter Frampton playing acoustic guitar on MiG's debut album. Talking about his debut solo album, MiG gives the inside on how Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee was responsible for MiG's debut album being shelved by the record label for two years!  Finally, MiG talks reuniting with the original RockStar INXS house band and many of the contestants for the upcoming anniversary shows at the Avalon in Hollywood. With more than 25 years in the industry, MiG has had a varied and interesting career, and the signs are that there are plenty more twists and turns to come. We hope you enjoy listening to the very entertaining MiG and feel inspired to check out his back catalogue. Links below.   Until next time, keep listening like fans! Bee! If you're a patron of Listen Like Fans, you can watch this interview here:  https://www.patreon.com/posts/early-access-mig-158129922?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link [https://www.patreon.com/posts/early-access-mig-158129922?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link] https://rockstarreunionlive.com/ [https://rockstarreunionlive.com/] https://open.spotify.com/album/0wzSGWKgpVelYpjPI5XTVQ?si=uHXWtXXfToGoKIsF6G6aow [https://open.spotify.com/album/0wzSGWKgpVelYpjPI5XTVQ?si=uHXWtXXfToGoKIsF6G6aow] Become A Backstage Legend and join the INXS Fan Community  https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends [ https://www.patreon.com/cw/ListenlikeFans_fortheloveofINXSBackstageLegends]  Website: https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/ [https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas [https://www.facebook.com/INXSaccessallareas]