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"60s "70s "80s - Warm, Candid, Classic, Rock Interviews with Music Legends - A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Iconic artists? Music Legends? Sandy Kaye interviews them all on A Breath of Fresh Air - a multi award-winning podcast featuring in-depth interviews with the artists you love. Through compelling conversations, we gain a rare, behind-the-scenes and intimate look at the personal stories and inspirations that fueled the music that shaped entire generations. Explore the lives, struggles, and creative journeys of these legends and relive the timeless hits that defined the soundtrack of our youth. It"s

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Steve Kilbey – The Church, Creativity, and the Quest...

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2025/10/29

Few artists in Australian rock can rival the mystique and creative longevity of Steve Kilbey, the visionary frontman, bassist, and chief songwriter for The Church. In this captivating and wide-ranging episode of A Breath of Fresh Air with Sandy Kaye, Steve joins Sandy for an honest, funny, and deeply revealing conversation about his extraordinary life in music — before, during, and long after The Church became global icons.Born in Welwyn Garden City, England, and raised in Canberra, Australia,

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DION DiMucci: The Bronx Legend Who Bridged Doo-Wop,...

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2025/10/22

Few names shine as brightly in the story of American rock and roll as Dion DiMucci. Known to fans worldwide simply as Dion, this Bronx-born legend isn’t just another voice from the golden age of doo-wop—he’s one of the few artists who managed to bridge the gap between early rock, blues, folk, and contemporary roots music. With a career spanning more than six decades, Dion has gone from street-corner harmony to global acclaim, influencing generations along the way.Born in 1939, in the Bronx, Dion

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John Lodge: The Heartbeat of The Moody Blues

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2025/10/15

From Birmingham to the Rock Hall: the life, legacy, and love of Moody Blues bassist John Lodge.John Lodge (July 20, 1943 – October 10, 2025) was far more than the bass player for The Moody Blues — he was the gentle soul and musical anchor behind one of rock’s most beloved bands. With his distinctive melodic bass, soaring harmonies, and thoughtful songwriting, Lodge helped turn The Moody Blues from a struggling R&B group into pioneers of symphonic and progressive rock.Born in Birmingham, John

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From Honey Cone to Verdine White: Shelly Clark’s R&B...

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2025/10/08

Get ready for an unforgettable conversation with Shelly Clark, the powerhouse singer, dancer, and actress who helped shape the sound of 1970s R&B as a founding member of the chart-topping girl group Honey Cone.Born in Brooklyn and performing professionally by the age of six, Shelly Clark’s career began on Broadway before she went on to tour with legends like Cab Calloway and work as an Ikette in the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. But her real breakthrough came in 1968, when she co-founded Honey

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Andy Kim - Rock Me Gently, Sugar Sugar and So Much More

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2025/10/01

When you think of catchy pop anthems from the late ’60s and ’70s, chances are Andy Kim’s fingerprints are all over them. The Canadian singer-songwriter carved out a space in music history with a string of hits that defined an era, yet his journey stretches far beyond his chart-toppers. From his humble beginnings in Montreal to penning global hits, stepping away from fame, and eventually enjoying a triumphant comeback, Andy Kim’s story is as fascinating as his music.Born Andrew Youakim, the son of

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Wet Wet Wet: Hits, Heartbreak & The Journey Forward

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2025/09/24

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Graeme Clark, founding bassist of Wet Wet Wet, and the band’s newest frontman, Kevin Simm. Together, they take us on a journey through the band’s humble beginnings, meteoric rise to fame, their unforgettable hit Love Is All Around, and how they’ve kept the magic alive four decades later.Wet Wet Wet formed back in 1982 in Glasgow, Scotland. For Graeme and his school friends, music wasn’t just a hobby—it was an escape from the bleak job prospects that

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Sixto Rodriguez: The Mystery and Magic of Sugarman

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2025/09/17

Sixto Rodriguez, known simply as Rodriguez, lived one of the most extraordinary and unlikely journeys in modern music history. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he grew up the son of Mexican immigrants in a city teeming with both industrial promise and economic struggle. His upbringing in Detroit’s working-class neighbourhoods profoundly shaped his worldview and his music. Rodriguez’s songs spoke of poverty, social injustice, and the struggles of everyday people—lyrics that would later resonate deeply with

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Leo Sayer Still Feels Like Dancing - The Life and...

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2025/09/10

Leo Sayer, born Gerard Hugh Sayer in Shoreham-by-Sea, England, in 1948, has been one of the most enduring figures in pop music for more than five decades. Known for his curly hair, soulful voice, and boundless energy, Leo’s journey from art student to international pop superstar is the stuff of legend. His career has taken him from intimate folk clubs in the UK to packed arenas across the globe, making him one of the most recognisable singer-songwriters of the '70s and beyond.Leo first found

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Bobby Goldsboro: The Story Behind “Honey” and His...

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2025/09/03

In 1968 while Joplin, Hendrix, the Doors and Jefferson Airplane were singing about sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll, Bobby Goldsboro was singing about “Honey.” After a career in which he sold more than 35 million records, hosted a national TV show, wrote six best-selling children’s books and produced a national PBS show, you’d think the almost 85 year old Goldsboro would be winding down. Think again.Bobby Goldsboro was born in the small town of Marianna, Florida. Growing up in a modest setting, he

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Cherie Currie and The Runaways: One Helluva Wild Rock...

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2025/08/27

When you think about '70s rock ’n’ roll, few names bring to mind teenage rebellion and raw energy like Cherie Currie, the original lead singer of The Runaways. She was only 15 years old when she fronted one of the most groundbreaking all-girl rock bands of the era, making waves with her powerhouse voice, striking stage presence, and that iconic corset-and-chains outfit that became part of rock history.Cherie was born in California and grew up in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Before she

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Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons' LEE SHAPIRO - The...

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2025/08/20

Lee Shapiro’s story is one of those great Jersey tales — a local kid with a gift for music who ends up on the world stage, shaping the soundtrack of an era. Born in 1953, Lee was a piano prodigy from the start. By the time he was a teenager, he wasn’t just playing other people’s songs — he was arranging, orchestrating, and leading his own big band. That early love for music, especially jazz and swing, gave him a strong foundation that would later carry him into pop history.The turning point came in

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Kool & The Gang: 50 Years of Funk and Soul

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2025/08/13

Robert “Kool” Bell is more than just a name in music history — he’s the steady heartbeat behind one of the most enduring funk, soul, and R&B bands of all time: Kool & The Gang. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, Robert grew up in a musical household that would shape his destiny. When the family moved to New Jersey, he and his brother Ronald Bell — later known as Khalis Bayyan — began experimenting with music as teenagers. They first formed a jazz-influenced group called the Jazziacs in 1964, bringing

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Neal Schon - Guitar Genius Behind Journey's Iconic Sound

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2025/08/06

If you're a fan of classic rock, there's no escaping the unmistakable sound of Neal Schon, the legendary guitarist and founding member of Journey. With a career spanning over five decades, Schon’s soaring guitar solos, emotional phrasing, and rock-solid riffs have helped define generations of music fans. From his early days with Santana to global superstardom with Journey and beyond, Neal Schon remains one of the most respected and enduring figures in the world of rock and roll.Born in

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The Hollies’ Allan Clarke: Classic Rock Stories &...

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2025/07/30

Few voices in rock history are as instantly recognizable as Allan Clarke, the co-founder and lead singer of the iconic British band The Hollies. With a career that spans more than six decades, Allan’s soaring vocals, heartfelt delivery, and unforgettable harmonies have become synonymous with the golden age of classic rock and the British Invasion. Known for timeless hits like He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother, Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress), and Bus Stop, Allan’s legacy as a rock legend is as

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Kenny Loggins: Still Alright & Forever Footloose

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2025/07/23

If you’ve ever turned up the radio and belted out Footloose at the top of your lungs — or strutted around the house pretending you’re Maverick flying a fighter jet to Danger Zone — then you already know the magic of Kenny Loggins, the undisputed king of the ‘80s movie soundtrack and a bonafide soft rock legend. But there’s way more to Kenny Loggins than just toe-tapping anthems and blockbuster film credits. His story is pure classic rock gold, filled with sun-soaked California beginnings, powerhouse

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Richard Clapton: Stories Behind Australia’s Summer...

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2025/07/16

When you talk about iconic Australian singer-songwriters, it doesn’t take long before Richard Clapton’s name comes up. For over five decades, Richard has been one of Australia’s true rock poets — the kind of artist whose songs become part of people’s lives, the soundtrack to long road trips, beach holidays, and nostalgic nights on the back deck with a cold beer in hand.Born on Sydney’s north shore, Richard grew up like a lot of kids — dreaming of music that took him beyond suburbia. In the late 60s

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Pilot’s ‘Magic’ Man: The Untold Story of David Paton

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2025/07/09

Scottish pop-rock legend David Paton is one of the most quietly influential musicians of the past fifty years. Born and raised in Edinburgh, David made his mark as the founder, lead singer, bassist, and chief songwriter for the 70s pop band Pilot — the group behind the timeless hits “Magic” and “January.” These catchy, melodic tracks flew up the UK Singles Charts in 1974 and 1975, cementing Pilot’s place in the classic pop-rock hall of fame.Pilot began when David, fresh from playing in local

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Little River Band's Beeb Birtles - A Wild Ride...

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2025/07/02

Beeb Birtles was born Gerard Bertelkamp in 1948, in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Beeb is a celebrated musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. As a founding member of iconic bands such as Zoot, Mississippi, and the Little River Band, Birtles has left an indelible mark on the music industry, both in Australia and internationally. His story is one of remarkable transition—from his Dutch heritage to becoming an influential figure in Australian rock.Gerard Bertelkamp, better known by his stage name Beeb

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Blondie's Chris Stein - A Rebel with a Musical Cause

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2025/06/25

Chris Stein’s story starts in Brooklyn, where he was born in 1950 into a free-thinking, politically leftist household. He wasn’t exactly a model student—he got expelled from high school and bounced around for a bit before enrolling at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan. That’s where two of his lifelong passions really started to take shape: music and photography. Chris was already playing guitar in garage bands, soaking up the British Invasion and psychedelic rock, but art school helped him

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Bobby Sherman - RIP

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2025/06/24

Former singer and actor Bobby Sherman has passed away at 81 years old. In March, it was revealed Sherman was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. Born in Santa Monica and raised in Van Nuys, Sherman was a teen idol in the late ’60s and early ’70s. From 1968 to 1970, he starred in the ABC series “Here Come the Brides.” He later appeared on episodes of “Honey West,” “The Partridge Family,” “The Mod Squad,” “Murder She Wrote,” “The Monkees,” and more.Sherman then left show business and became a paramedic. He

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