Star Scene: Throwback Thursday: John Steel - The ANIMALS

Star Scene: Throwback Thursday: John Steel – The ANIMALS

The Animals are back in Australia, touring their much loved hits. Founding member and drummer John Steel will be joined by ...
Star Scene: Throwback Thursday: Tim Wheeler ~ 2004

Star Scene: Throwback Thursday: Tim Wheeler ~ 2004

ASH are visiting our shores again this November. Here's a Throwback Thursday to 2004 with an interview by Mary Boukouvalas ...
Star Scene: Matt Johnson ~ THE THE

Star Scene: Matt Johnson ~ THE THE

Matt Johnson’s scene is calming. The legendary THE THE founder states: “My scene is meditating, playing chess, and having as ...
Star Scene: Steven Wilson

Star Scene: Steven Wilson

Steven Wilson’s scene is one he describes as “nerdy” though many would see as bliss. The multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, award ...
Star Scene: Gaz Coombes (ex-SUPERGRASS)

Star Scene: Gaz Coombes (ex-SUPERGRASS)

Gaz Coombes’ scene is a far cry from the chaos and disorder of Caught By The Fuzz. Formerly the frontman ...
Star Scene: Tim Burgess ~ The CHARLATANS

Star Scene: Tim Burgess ~ The CHARLATANS

Tim Burgess’ scene is: “coffee”. The Charlatans’ singer songwriter, who is also a solo artist and an author, states simply ...
Star Scene: ANDREW W.K

Star Scene: ANDREW W.K

Predictably Andrew W.K's scene is “partying”. However, this singer, song-writer and multi-instrumentalist, renowned for his hit Party Hard, is not ...
Star Scene: Albert Lee

Star Scene: Albert Lee

Albert Lee's scene is cars. He tells me "I like to mess around with cars. They can be really frustrating, ...
Star Scene: Jeff Martin

Star Scene: Jeff Martin

Jeff Martin's scene is cooking. He tells me "I love cooking food here at our house. There's a different part ...
Star Scene: Tyler Connolly ~ THEORY (Of A Deadman)

Star Scene: Tyler Connolly ~ THEORY (Of A Deadman)

Tyler Connolly’s scene is chill. The THEORY (of a Deadman) frontman states: “My scene is just laid back, having a ...
Star Scene: Chris Robinson ~ BLACK STONE CHERRY

Star Scene: Chris Robinson ~ BLACK STONE CHERRY

What's My Scene chats to BLACK STONE CHERRY's singer and lead guitarist, Chris Robinson, about the band's sixth studio album, Family Tree, released on April 20 ...
Star Scene: Lydia Lunch

Star Scene: Lydia Lunch

Lydia Lunch's scene is aptly "Ob-scene". The musician, writer, photographer, No Wave Movement instigator, Cinema of Transgression focal point, and ...
Star Scene: Lindsay Schoolcraft ~ CRADLE OF FILTH

Star Scene: Lindsay Schoolcraft ~ CRADLE OF FILTH

Lindsay Schoolcraft's scene is a carefree and caring one. The keyboardist and vocalist of Cradle of Filth acknowledges that her scene is ...
Star Scene: Phil Lewis ~ LA GUNS

Star Scene: Phil Lewis ~ LA GUNS

Phil Lewis’ scene is “music and motorbikes”. The LA GUNS singer states: “When I'm not on a motorcycle, I'm at ...
Star Scene: Schmier ~ DESTRUCTION

Star Scene: Schmier ~ DESTRUCTION

Schmier’s scene is “normal”. The co-founder, singer/bassist of thrash metal band Destruction states: “Basically, when I'm home I try to ...
Star Scene: Jenn Wasner ~ WYE OAK

Star Scene: Jenn Wasner ~ WYE OAK

Jenn Wasner discusses her new release, LIFER, in this beautifully penned essay about her struggles with mental illness: For some people, ...
Star Scene: Kid Congo Powers ~ aka Brian Tristan

Star Scene: Kid Congo Powers ~ aka Brian Tristan

If not music, then the scene Kid Congo Powers, aka Brian Tristan, is most into is “the silver screen”.  The ...
Star Scene: John D. Cronise ~ The SWORD

Star Scene: John D. Cronise ~ The SWORD

JD Cronise’s scene is tranquil -when he’s at home. The founder of American heavy metal group, The Sword, states: “My ...
Star Scene: Colin Hay

Star Scene: Colin Hay

Colin Hay's scene is cooking a bit of food and playing guitar and bongos in the lounge room as the ...
Star Scene: Scott Russo ~ UNWRITTEN LAW

Star Scene: Scott Russo ~ UNWRITTEN LAW

Scott Russo's scene is non-existent. The lead singer of San Diego punk rock band, Unwritten Law, states: “I'm sceneless. I'm not going ...
Star Scene: Michael Bishop (Blothar) ~ GWAR

Star Scene: Michael Bishop (Blothar) ~ GWAR

Michael Bishop (Blothar)’s scene is “bad”. The vocalist, and occasional bassist, of science-themed mythological metal rock band GWAR states: “Yeah, ...
Star Scene: Progfest Special: Tor Oddmund Suhrke (TorO) ~ LEPROUS

Star Scene: Progfest Special: Tor Oddmund Suhrke (TorO) ~ LEPROUS

Tor Oddmund Suhrke (TorO)’s scene is quite “homely”.  A deep contrast to his music and lengthy touring, the prog metal LEPROUS’ ...
Star Scene: Neil Hilborn

Star Scene: Neil Hilborn

Neil Hilborn's scene is one of longing and belonging. The poet, who has gone viral with his posts about mental ...
Star Scene: Jack Howard's Epic Brass

Star Scene: Jack Howard’s Epic Brass

Jack Howard has had a busy year. Not only has he been touring the world with Midnight Oil playing trumpet ...
Star Scene: Gilby Clarke (Ex Guns ‘n’ Roses)

Star Scene: Gilby Clarke (Ex Guns ‘n’ Roses)

Gilby Clarke's scene is a "positive" one. The guitarist, singer-songwriter states: “I’m always pretty positive. I don't like to focus ...
Star Scene: Whitfield Crane ~ UGLY KID JOE

Star Scene: Whitfield Crane ~ UGLY KID JOE

Whitfield Crane’s scene is incessant. The Ugly Kid Joe founding member and front man states: “My scene is a lot ...
Star Scene: Brian Vodinh ~ 10 YEARS

Star Scene: Brian Vodinh ~ 10 YEARS

Brian Vodinh's scene is a "busy" one. The guitarist/drummer/vocalist in alternative rock group, 10 years, states: "Basically when I'm home, ...
Star Scene: Sarah McLeod

Star Scene: Sarah McLeod

Sarah McLeod describes her latest release, Rocky’s Diner, as “dirty deeds, simple and sweet” yet her scene was, and still ...
Star Scene Trish Young – The Clouds

Star Scene Trish Young – The Clouds

Having formed in Sydney in 1989, The Clouds emerged along side an indie-pop resurgence of the time emanating largely from ...
Star Scene: Peter Bywaters ~ PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES

Star Scene: Peter Bywaters ~ PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES

Peter Bywater's scene is not what you expect from a punk rock legend. The Peter & The Test Tube Babies' ...
Star Scene: Glen Matlock

Star Scene: Glen Matlock

A key figure in the evolution of punk, Glen Matlock's name has been indelibly printed in the annals of rock ...
Star Scene: Walter Trout

Star Scene: Walter Trout

Walter Trout's scene is one where he is able to "relax man". Off the back of his latest album “We ...
Star Scene: Adam Ackerman ~ SORORITY NOISE

Star Scene: Adam Ackerman ~ SORORITY NOISE

Adam Ackerman's scene is "over-enthusiastic poser rock". Read our interview with Sorority Noise's guitarist/vocalist below and enjoy his candidness and humour ...
Star Scene: Kim Salmon - The Scientists

Star Scene: Kim Salmon – The Scientists

As a founding member of The Scientists, guitarist in Beasts of Bourbon, as a solo singer songwriter fronting The Surrealists ...
Star Scene: Ruben Block ~ Triggerfinger

Star Scene: Ruben Block ~ Triggerfinger

Ruben Block’s scene is basically somewhere with “people who like to enjoy an energetic live show”. The vocalist and guitarist ...
Star Scene: Dustin Bates ~ STARSET

Star Scene: Dustin Bates ~ STARSET

Dustin Bates' scene is "picking up on the energy" though sometimes "from the sidelines".  The founding member, multi-instrumental and vocalist ...
Star Scene: Jake Snider ~ MINUS THE BEAR

Star Scene: Jake Snider ~ MINUS THE BEAR

Jake Snider’s scene is as hearty as his band’s music. The lead singer and guitarist of Seattle’s Minus The Bear ...
Star Scene: Evan Stanley & Mike Lefton ~ The DIVES

Star Scene: Evan Stanley & Mike Lefton ~ The DIVES

The scenes of Evan Stanley and Mike Lefton are one and the same: their band, The DIVES. Stanley states: "I think we ...
Star Scene: Herman Li - Dragonforce

Star Scene: Herman Li – Dragonforce

Dragonforce is a power metal band from England who formed in 1999 under the name of Dragon Heart. Dragon Heart/Force ...
Star Scene: Bruce Kulick ~ ex-KISS, Grand Funk Railroad

Star Scene: Bruce Kulick ~ ex-KISS, Grand Funk Railroad

Bruce Kulick's scene is as cool as his guitar playing. The ex-KISS, Grand Funk Railroad guitarist states: "I am a ...
Star Scene: Matt Goss & Luke Goss ~ BROS

Star Scene: Matt Goss & Luke Goss ~ BROS

Matt and Luke Goss’s scenes are ones of gratitude and humility; contemporary scenes with respect for the virtues of the ...
Star Scene: Blag Dahlia ~ The Dwarves

Star Scene: Blag Dahlia ~ The Dwarves

Blag Dahlia’s scene is similar to his music – shameless and satisfying. The Dwarves’ singer bluntly states: “My scene is: ...
Star Scene: Justin Hawkins ~ The Darkness

Star Scene: Justin Hawkins ~ The Darkness

Justin Hawkins’ scene seems to be dodging and skirting. The lead vocalist and guitarist from English band, The Darkness, states: ...
Star Scene: John Fred Young of BLACK STONE CHERRY

Star Scene: John Fred Young of BLACK STONE CHERRY

John Fred Young's scene seems quite mellow.  The Black Stone Cherry drummer states: "My scene revolves around my daughter Scout ...
Star Scene: Andrew Stockdale ~ WOLFMOTHER

Star Scene: Andrew Stockdale ~ WOLFMOTHER

Andrew Stockdale’s scene is cultured. The guitarist and lead vocalist of Australian band, Wolfmother, states: “I like surfing. I like ...
Star Scene: Ruyter Suys ~ Nashville Pussy

Star Scene: Ruyter Suys ~ Nashville Pussy

Ruyters Suys’ scene is “In Lust We Trust”. The Nashville Pussy guitarist follows the band’s motto on and off the ...
Star Scene: Quinn Sullivan

Star Scene: Quinn Sullivan

Quinn Sullivan’s scene is serene – when he’s “not performing or doing music, which is 95 percent of the time”. The ...
Star Scene: George Kapiniaris

Star Scene: George Kapiniaris

George Kapiniaris’ scene is “unsteretypical”. The renowned comedian, actor, musician states that his scene is: “full time dad, part time ...
Star Scene: Rody Walker ~ PROTEST THE HERO

Star Scene: Rody Walker ~ PROTEST THE HERO

Rody Walker’s scene is “to gym”. The lead vocalist in progressive metal band, Protest the Hero, states: “I like to ...
Star Scene: John Steel - The ANIMALS

Star Scene: John Steel – The ANIMALS

John Steel’s scene is “just doing what I do”. The drummer of one of UK’s most influential bands, The Animals, ...