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

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

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 Hall. Plus, tune in to hear exclusive one on one interviews with each bandmate as they discuss career highs and lows pre and post the bands formation in 1985.

It's the unheard story of one of NZ’s favourite groups.

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 Hall. Plus, tune in to hear exclusive one on one interviews with each bandmate as they discuss career highs and lows pre and post the bands formation in 1985.
It's the unheard story of one of NZ’s favourite groups.

When The Cat's Away: The Reunion

The tour! And special live performances

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.

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.

Rikki Morris, the gig and will there be a tour?

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 been without its challenges, as you'll hear. From Prince, to Michael Jackson, Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham and Queen, Annie has encountered them all and she shares her story with us.

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 been without its challenges, as you'll hear. From Prince, to Michael Jackson, Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham and Queen, Annie has encountered them all and she shares her story with us.

Annie Crummer - From shopping malls to supporting Michael Jackson

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 London and the creation of The Julie Dolphin, which later morphed into Boom Boom Mancini where she got to tour with Radiohead, Oasis, Greenday and many others. 

Dianne Swann, a Kiwi singer-songwriter who not only made a mark with When The Cat's Away but also carved out a successful solo career for herself. Robert chats all things music in this latest episode!

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 London and the creation of The Julie Dolphin, which later morphed into Boom Boom Mancini where she got to tour with Radiohead, Oasis, Greenday and many others. 
Dianne Swann, a Kiwi singer-songwriter who not only made a mark with When The Cat's Away but also carved out a successful solo career for herself. Robert chats all things music in this latest episode!

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