The Zig Zag Chin Wag

Kyra Lee Cumming continues her conversation with us as we dive into her role at Lost Motel, a tour managing company overseeing the international tours of some of Australia's biggest exports. We talk about what her role is and how international and national tours alike are organised and liased between major labels, artists and venues and where Lost Motel fits into the bigger picture. Kyra gives great insight into how touring behind the scenes looks from the inside. We also touch on her work with the one and only FISHER. There were definitely some surprises In this episode so be sure to tune in. Songs of the week are back with 4 rip snorters to get your Monday firing on all cylinders. follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In part one of this two part 10th episode special, the boys sit down with local queen of the scene, Kyra Lee Cumming AKA Kira Sunday.Fresh off the back of her blockbuster Need2Freak set, we speak on Kyra's upbringing in music, her early influences and how she found her feet in the scene, studying and moving on to be the first female live sound engineer at Australia's #1 venue in the 2022 as voted at the ALIA (Australian Liquor Industry Awards.)We speak on the challenges of transitioning from back of house to front out house as a DJ as well as  the difficulties associated with being at odds in a traditionally male dominated workplace with Kyra passing on some valuable insight for women aspiring to succeed in the industry. Stay tuned as we will be dropping part 2 on Monday, April 8th. 2024follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode we welcome our first guest, local legend, dj and producer Jamie Lowe.We discuss the recent Fred again show on the Gold Coast on the weekend which Jamie attended, as opposed to the arena show Joey attended in Melbourne early last week. What they liked, what they hated and what was surprising both ways. Artists walk a tight line between logistics and creative desire. we touch on potential influences and transparency in promotion.We also cop a sneak preview of Jamie's up and coming work.Follow him on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/jamie__lowe/And Spotify here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/73wZ9QR6VJm32DUORxtdpKfollow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode the boys discuss festivals, local and international, emerging trends in the festival scene and make predictions on what the future of festivals may look like.Where we think festivals could do better with the new challenges facing the rapidly changing festival ecosystem and where they may be getting it wrong.SOTW are replaced with nostalgic festival anthems from our past for your enjoyment.follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

THE BOYS ARE BACK!!!After a well deserved break the boys break down culturally historic music venues of their choosing, including the influential characters that inadvertently shaped the musical landscape that know and love today. From downtown NYC to London and Berlin. We cover our favourite venues in depth for your entertainment. Enjoy the smarter side of us this episode.follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode we explore our inspirations, Timmo talks food, Bill and Joe talk music and how others inspirations translate through their music.follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode the boys talk about what a music label is, what it does and how the landscape is changing for labels with new and emerging artists.follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode, we bring you a celebration of one hit wonders over the decades. How these songs shaped our childhoods and the world around us.Take a trip down memory lane with us. follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode the boys discuss the barriers for people looking to start a creative pursuit. With the rise of social media influence and other emerging barriers to entry for creatives in the modern world. follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode the boys discuss the place and role AI has in the creative process now and into the future. Touching on the potential positive and negative impact it will have, from marketing and promotional tools to challenging the creative process entirely.follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON! 

In this episode the boys discuss the rising influence of UK inspired music in popular culture and how it has shaped the culture here in Australia and around the world. follow us at @TheZigZagchinwag on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel, with new content uploaded weekly (at least) F*CK ON!