When The Cat's Away: The Reunion
When The Cat's Away: The Reunion
In June 2023, one of New Zealand’s most cherished bands ever When The Cat’s Away announced that they were reuniting for a one-night-only event to honour their friend and fellow bandmate Margaret Urlich who passed away late last year. In this podcast you’ll follow Robert Scott as he gains behind-the-scenes access to photoshoots and rehearsals all in preparation for their gig at Auckland’s Town Hal…Social links:
The tour! And special live performances
So after a bit of nagging (mostly from Robert), When The Cat's Away have announced a tour, and as they're about to head out, they popped into The Breeze for a chat, and a special live performance of HERBS' Nuclear Waste, plus their massive hit Melting Pot
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Rikki Morris, the gig and will there be a tour?
In this final episode Robert Scott goes behind the scenes at the final rehearsal, heads back stage to catch up with The Cats after the show and sits down for a chat with Rikki Morris to talk about his musical career, pride for his kids, plus love and loss.
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Annie Crummer - From shopping malls to supporting Michael Jackson
In the final episode before the big When The Cat's Away's reunion and tribute to Margaret Urlich, Robert catches up with the effervescent Annie Crummer to chat about her life. From cleaning up at talent quests, to doors opening, Annie's pathway was clearly set from a very young age, but it hasn't b…
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Dianne Swann - Music scenes in 90s' London
In episode 4, Robert catches up with Dianne Swann. Dianne opens up about her life in music, starting from her childhood in Whangarei to her evolution and how her upbringing influenced her music style and her role as a songwriter. Dianne shares stories about touring with Icehouse, her move to Lond…
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Kim Willoughby - moseying along with Billy T James, Jay Laga'aia, GURLZ and The Cats
Kim Willoughby was born and raised in Ponsonby, a culturally diverse neighbourhood that played a crucial role in shaping her career in music. She gives us an intimate look into her upbringing, her early influences, and how she got into music. Her experiences from forming her band G-U-R-L-Z to worki…
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Debbie Harwood - working for a pie and a tank of gas
In this episode, Robert Scott sits down with Debbie Harwood as she talks about her incredible music career. From her early love for The Beatles to one of her proudest moments - releasing her solo EP, The Sun. This episode offers a rare, intimate insight into the Kiwi music industry as we hear how …
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Five women who almost certainly inspired The Spice Girls
After a surprise email, Robert Scott is invited to meet with legendary New Zealand band ‘When the Cat's Away’ as they kick start preparation for their recently announced tribute show to honour Margaret Urlich. Robert jumps on the couch with the band for a candid interview about their plans for t…
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The Mice Will Play! Isn't that the saying?
Season trailer. Welcome to the story of an iconic NZ band and their triumphant return.
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