How Meaningful Relationships Fuel Creativity with Regurgitator's Ben Ely

Live music, liberation, and the meaning of success - this conversation with Ben Ely is a deep dive into what truly matters. From the raw energy of Livid Festival and Brisbane’s underground music scene to Regurgitator’s intergenerational impact, we explore how creativity, relationships, and personal growth shape a musician’s journey.In this episode, I sit down with Ben for the first time since 2008’s The Great Australian Album Series, reflecting on the changes, challenges, and revelations of the years in between. We talk about gentle sobriety, co-parenting, and the human drive to create music—why it’s more than just sound, but a tool for survival.If you’ve followed my work over the past 30 years, you know I like to go deep, fast—so let’s get straight to it.Themes you'll hear: 🎵 The cultural rebellion of Brisbane’s live music scene 🎵 Sobriety's impact on all aspects of life 🎵 The key to Regurgitator’s long-lasting impact 🎵 Redefining success beyond fame and industry hype 🎵 The intersection of creativity, co-parenting, friendship and sobriety 🎵 Why music is essential to human survivalFollow & Connect: 📍 Follow Ben Ely Support the showFollow Mel Bampton for upcoming opportunities to support you to become a Master of Change:Instagram: @melbampton_Leave a review on Apple Podcast: 'Mel Bampton Presents...How Human'Subscribe to the website & get Mel's free 'Slaying Bad Habits Ebook'Catch some of Mel's presentations: The Uncensored Truth About OvariesMessage From The Bottle: Stories Of Sobriety