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Kick 2017 Video with Director Steve Hanft “Watch the world argue, argue with itself, who’s going to teach me peace and happiness” (Dancing on the Jetty 1983)... Never have these words and lyrics been more appropriate as all Australians try to make sense of the abhorrent terrorism at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach. A beach with so many INXS connections that we discuss on this episode. That aside, we dedicate this episode to every person affected by this horrible crime.
We are thrilled to have Steve Hanft, the famed Californian film clip Director and early YouTube content creator, join the INXS podcast family and talk about his iconic 2017 promotional video for the song Kick, the eponymous title track commemorating the 30th anniversary of this juggernaut album’s release. Having grown up with and worked on Beck’s 1994 Video of the Year track “Loser”, Steve has been a mainstay in the underground and alternative music scene, producing clips for The Cure, Primal Scream and Elliot Smith. Additionally, Steve was at the forefront of YouTube with his award-winning “Sunglasses Catch", which has been named one of “The 10 Most Important YouTube Videos” according to Business Insider.
With a video shot on the beaches and boardwalks of Los Angeles, Steve shares some fascinating insights into the production, cast, Garry Gary Beers cameo and the vision behind the first-ever film clip for this fantastic song, and the influence Chris Murphy had. As we close out 2025, a big shout-out to our very important patrons who keep this podcast alive, to all our listeners, our amazing support team behind the scenes and every guest who has given up their time. We thank you so much. Love and peace, and have a great Christmas and New Year's break We look forward to catching up with some of you soon at our next event on Saturday, 24th January, to celebrate Michael Hutchence's life https://www.inxsaccessallareas.com/new-notable
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Hey Legends, turn this one UP! 🎧 What happens when four decades of die-hard fandom hit the mic? You get a masterclass in Australian rock history. We’re bringing you a special episode straight from our sister show, Listen Like Fans! Host Bee France sits down with INXS diehards Paul Jolley and Glenn Davis to dive deep into a 40-year friendship bound by rhythm, riffs, and ultimate fan loyalty. From front-row madness and meeting the guys, to emotional moments at Michael’s funeral and the historic Concert for Life—this is an honest, unfiltered look at what it truly means to live and breathe INXS. 🔥 Get the VIP Backstage Pass: Watch the video edition by becoming a Backstage Legend on Patreon (Silver, Gold, or Platinum tier): 👉 Unlock Video Episodes on Patreon 🌐 Website: INXS Access All Areas 📲 Facebook: INXS Access All Areas on Facebook
We're Listen Like Fans podcast is back with Season 2, whoohoooo.... And in this week's episode, we're delighted to have on the Listen Like Fans podcast the extremely versatile and talented 'MiG' Ayesa - or to give him his full name, Miguel Alfonso Ramon Legarda Ayesa. As many INXS fans will remember, MiG was a contestant on RockStar INXS. Mig was one of the final three contestants and became a frontrunner with versions of "Live and Let Die" and "Baby, I Love Your Way". MiG joins Bee from a cruise ship in a wide-ranging career interview to discuss all things performing on TV, studio and stage - including singing in multiple languages such as Japanese! In the twenty years since RockStar INXS ended, Mig has enjoyed a successful music career, releasing solo albums, working in theatre and appearing in television and film. On the podcast today, MiG talks about his break into theatre in London's West End and meeting the surviving members of rock band Queen for his lead stint in We Will Rock You. All this would change, however, when Mig decided to try his luck auditioning for a new reality TV programme... Auditioning at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London to the INXS classic 'I Send a Message', a certain Mr Pengilly would be in the audience watching. This led to a second audition and then making the final 50 cut to perform in Los Angeles. MiG recounts the laborious process of filming for each round of the RockStar INXS audition and eventually making it into the last 15. During his time with RockStar INXS, 'Baby, I Love Your Way', the Peter Frampton classic, became one of the standout performances of the entire series. MiG takes us behind the scenes and explains how the songs were chosen and how he came up with the arrangement to make the song his own. In something of a fortuitous twist of fate, this would lead to Peter Frampton playing acoustic guitar on MiG's debut album. Talking about his debut solo album, MiG gives the inside on how Mötley Crüe's Tommy Lee was responsible for MiG's debut album being shelved by the record label for two years! Finally, MiG talks reuniting with the original RockStar INXS house band and many of the contestants for the upcoming anniversary shows at the Avalon in Hollywood. With more than 25 years in the industry, MiG has had a varied and interesting career, and the signs are that there are plenty more twists and turns to come. We hope you enjoy listening to the very entertaining MiG and feel inspired to check out his back catalogue. Links below. Until next time, keep listening like fans! Bee!
INXS Access All Areas presents: Listen Like Fans Hosts: Bee & Dr Jim There are some nights you don’t just remember… You feel them all over again. That’s exactly what happened when Dr Jim and I sat down to relive the APRA Awards. What started as a conversation quickly turned into something much deeper—full of emotion, reflection, and those moments that catch in your throat. Watching the band, hearing the speeches, feeling that connection to INXS… it all came rushing back. The pride, the love, the bittersweet ache—it’s all there in this episode. This isn’t just a recap. It’s two fans taking you right back into the room with us… sharing what we saw, what we felt, and why it meant so much. Honestly… bring the tissues for this one ❤️ .... This special episode will be available to watch for free, for our members on Patreon, for a short time. It will then only be available for those who support the Listen Like fans podcast- thanks, guys, you know who you are, and you're The Best! Love Bee. ---------------------------------------------------------------- To support this podcast to bring you more INXS stories, become a paying member https://www.patreon.com/c/listenlikefans_fortheloveofinxsbackstagelegends/membership To watch the whole show https://www.patreon.com/posts/reliving-apra-157241937?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Please sign the Induct INXS into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame https://www.change.org/p/induct-inxs-into-the-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-2027-inxs-50th-year-join-the-inxs-army I'm Just a Man Foundation ijam.org.au
For those of you who’ve been with us since the early days on Podbean, this one’s for you. We’re dropping our latest episode from Bee's New Podcast Listen Like Fans right here—because now and then, it’s good to come back to where it all began. But this isn’t just a throwback… It’s a doorway. We think you’re going to like where this is heading… 😉 Do you remember the moment Tim revealed:“J.D., you are right for our band, INXS… you are the rock star!”? On this week’s episode of Listen Like Fans, Bee is thrilled to welcome David Goffin, co-creator and executive producer of RockStar INXS. A long-time INXS fan, David takes us right back to the very beginning — including the phone call from legendary producer Mark Burnett about creating a music show “bigger than American Idol.” That idea would become RockStar INXS. Go behind the scenes as David shares his vision for building a truly global show. From pitching record labels to secure an incredible soundtrack — including artists who had never allowed their music on TV like The Rolling Stones and Nirvana — to crafting something that felt bigger than anything audiences had seen before. Hear how the worldwide search unfolded, with auditions across 17 cities — from London to Sydney to Toronto — and tens of millions of dollars spent in the quest to find the next frontman for INXS. David also reflects on working with the band — humble, modest, and initially reluctant judges — alongside host Brooke Burke, who brought balance and control to the stage, and Dave Navarro of Jane’s Addiction, who added undeniable rock credibility. Step inside the iconic Paramour Mansion in Los Angeles, where the show came to life — from its gothic atmosphere to the transformation of stables into rehearsal spaces and living quarters for production. Discover the intensity of the casting process, as the final 50 contestants performed in front of the band and management — each member selecting their favourites before narrowing it down to the final 15. And of course… There are some unforgettable stories along the way — including J.D. and Marty sneaking out of the mansion for a night at a bar, and one very unexpected (and naked!) guitar moment involving a cake… We’re so excited to have David on Listen Like Fans to share his incredible insights and memories of this lightning-in-a-bottle moment — when everything came together to create the perfect show at exactly the right time. So come and relive all the moments that led to that unforgettable line…“J.D., you are the rock star.”
After 20 years of being eligible for the World Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, INXS finally, on February 25th, 2026, have been formally nominated for inclusion, leading to an outpouring of global joy and pride amongst music fans and critics.