All My Friends Are In Bar Bands

Singer, songwriter, guitarist, father of two, lecturer, composer... Youth Group's frontman Toby Martin has donned many a hat throughout his career. On a sunny morning in Annandale amid tiny children and buzzing bees, we took a trip through Toby's musical history - through Youth Group, performing solo and what's to come next. Youth Group's "Skeleton Jar" has been released on vinyl. The band will be playing the album in its entirety at shows in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane in late June and early July. For more information, visit www.youthgroup.com.au Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With nearly twenty years at the axe for Frenzal Rhomb, Lindsay McDougall has played both the trashiest punk gigs and the biggest stages in Australia. He's traversed the globe playing smart, sardonic and silly songs that, for many Aussies, shaped their teenage and coming-of-age years. He also spent a decade working for Triple J, a station where his band were once temporarily blacklisted. If that doesn't give you an idea of the man's charm, nothing will. Hanging out in a conference room upstairs at the Factory Theatre, the Doctor is in for an hour of laughs, grunge memories, wild nights in Camden and French vegans. Smoko at the Pet Food Factory is out still! http://www.petfoodfactory.com.au/ Frenzal Rhomb are currently on their "Final Cuntdown" Australian tour. Dates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1407198879592812/ Follow the band on Twitter: @FrenzalOfficial Follow Lindsay on Twitter: @doctormcdougall Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in

He's the tall man with the tan. The high-five giver. The king that said "Don't fuck with our dreams." He's also one of the nicest guys in Australian music. Intrepid adventurer with The Bennies, punk rock veteran and expert high-five giver "King" Jules Rozenbergs has been doing things his way since day one. With a slice of time to spare before a sold-out show in Sydney, we talked through the impact that music has had on his life, through the good and the bad. We also get into the colourfully-named bands he's been a part of over the years, as well as his fascinating outlook on the world at large. All we've got left is what the King said. Heavy Disco is out now via Poison City Records. Digital: https://poisoncityrecords.bandcamp.com/album/heavy-disco Physical: http://poisoncityestore.com/collections/vinyl/products/the-bennies-heavy-disco-7 Follow The Bennies on Twitter: @TheBennies420 Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan James Martin and Marnie Elizabeth Vaughan are H A N N A H B A N D, but they're also so much more. They're grindcore veterans, Central Coast survivors, DIY advocates and seven-year-old girls who really like craft (don't ask). Having served as both rivals and bandmates, Nathan and Marnie have been playing together for over ten years - and they have no intention of stopping anytime soon. Chilling out in the park behind Birdrib, the delightful duo make their way through their colourful and unique history in one of the most fun chats on the podcast yet. H A N N A H B A N D's latest album, Retirement, is out now via Art As Catharsis/Lesstalk. The album is available for free download and vinyl/cassette purchase here: https://artascatharsis.bandcamp.com/album/retirement Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They may put up a united front as Melbourne indie-twee-pop-punk collective Kissing Booth, but Grace Lawry and Luke "Thommo" Thomas have incredibly different musical backgrounds; each pursuing their love of the art-form until their paths crossed. Prior to a show in Sydney, we spoke about the pop scene in Auckland and the punk scene in Tassie; as well as the ties that bind the creative force behind Kissing Booth together. Kissing Booth's debut album, Never Settle, is out this year. Their EP "Self-Titled 4 Track" can be downloaded here: http://kissingbooth.bandcamp.com Follow the band on Twitter: @kissingboothmelb Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite still being in his early 20s, Spencer Scott has made the most out of his time playing music. He's played alongside some of his heroes, rocked shows with his best mates and helped to put Newcastle back on the map for many a troubadour. On a lazy afternoon, we talked our way through Scotty's story so far. Spencer Scott's split seven-inch with Georgia Maq is out now via Lost Boy Records. Physical: http://lostboyrecords.bigcartel.com/product/split-7-georgia-maq-spencer-scott Digital: http://spencerscott.bandcamp.com/album/split-w-georgia-maq Follow Spencer on Twitter: @ImSpencer77 Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From high-school Metallica covers to opening up Soundwave, Tom Kennedy has been living the rock & roll dream since he was a kid. Now the fearless frontman of Bare Bones, TK pulled up a chair at the Townie to talk us through industry bullshit, weird nights in Mount Gambier and a pinch of now-dated wrestling talk. "Cut Throat Living" is out now. Bare Bones play with the Hard-Ons, Hy-Test and more this Sunday at Frankie's Pizza by the Slice. Free entry with band starting at 6pm. The band are also playing in Melbourne with Hellions on March 21st at The Reverence Hotel and March 22nd at Phoenix Youth Centre. Follow the band on Twitter: @barebonesnoise Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The class clown of Australian grindcore, Chris Kearnes has gone from strength to strength; becoming a prominent figure of the central coast's heavy music scene and terrifying all and sundry as the vocalist of Fat Guy Wears Mystic Wolf Shirt. In-between bands at the Roxbury Hotel, we had a quick and fun chat about musicals, Jesus and having a bed in every state thanks to music. Fat Guy Wears Mystic Wolf Shirt's split 7-inch with Jxckxlz is out now via Art As Catharsis Records: http://artascatharsis.bandcamp.com/album/fat-guy-wears-mystic-wolf-shirt-vs-jxckxlz-2 Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've been to a heavier show in the last few years here in Oz, there's a good chance that Lochlan Watt has had something to do with it. He's fronted a half-dozen bands, started his own managerial/touring company and become the host of The Racket on Triple J. Before a show with his current band, Colossvs, I spoke with Lochlan about starting in Brisbane and ending up in the centre of the country. Colossvs' debut album, Unholy, is out now. You can purchase it here: http://colossvs.bandcamp.com/ The trailer for the "Palm and Asecretdeath" doco can be viewed here: http://vimeo.com/118778501 The Racket is on Tuesday nights from 11pm on Triple J. For the latest playlists and news, visit: http://www.abc.net.au/triplej/racket/ Follow Lochlan on Twitter: @lochlanwatt Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben David has been playing since his teens, traversing through folk, rock, punk and country. Before a show at Black Wire Records, I spoke with Ben about his thrash-punk dad, trains from Perth and running wild at the Big Day Out. Support David on Patreon: http://patreon.com/davidjamesyoung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.