PODCAST: Highlights: 2025 Special of the Alive 90.5 fm Australian Spectrum Show with Ross M Fear (Episode #876) with the leading, popular and rock artists who have been featured guests on the show over the year. If you missed the show, you can hear a podcast of the show again online at

Remembering radio shows with Russell Morris, Steve Kilbey (The Church) & Gareth Koch, Ross Wilson (Daddy Cool, Mondo Rock), Swanee, Jeff Lang, The Party Boys, Choirboys, Mike McClellan, Kevin Borich, Jimmy & The Boys Michael Vidale, Fiona Boyes, Ian Date, 8 Ball Aitken & Taya Chani, Hussy Hicks, Renee Geyer tribute with Kevin Borich, Christina Crofts, Cameron Jones, Greg Nunan & General Jacksons, Clayton Doley, Stormcellar, Gwynn Ashton, Doug Parkinson tribute with Mark Kennedy, Tony Barnard, Pump & Pyro, Keith Hall, Gondwanaland, Squeeze Box Boogaloo, Two Tone Pony w David Kirkpatrick, The Go Twos, Simon Kinny Lewis, Ivor SK, Merilyn Steele, Keith Todd, The Dugites, Stompin Ramblers, James Southwell, The Mezcaltones, Jack Nolan, Jacobs Run, Kim Humphreys, Oz Manouche, Slim Dusty Family Reunion with Anne Kirkpatrick, ARCA, Toongabbie Music Club, Horizon, Zydeco Jump, McMahon & Short, Beretta Sullivan Duo and more.

We are celebrating 876th Episode and over 16 years of 100% Australian music content, 2628 hours of radio, over 31,000 songs by independent original Australian artists showcasing original blues, roots, folk, country, jazz, instrumental, alt rock and singer songwriter albums. We have had 130,000 podcast listener streams from 71 countries and over 2,000 streams in 2025.

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PODCAST: Christmas Special with Tony Barnard featured artist on Ross M Fear’s Alive 90.5 fm Australian Spectrum Show (Episode #875) showcasing The Barnard Brothers with Dave Siedel “Christmas Jazz” album. If you missed the show, you can hear a podcast of the show again online at https://omny.fm/shows/australian-spectrum-show/australian-spectrum-show-23-12-2025

The Barnard Brothers Christmas Jazz is a festive jazz release by Australian musicians Tony Barnard (guitar) and Adam Barnard (percussion), joined by bassist Dave Siedel, featuring swinging arrangements of Christmas carols and jazz standards offering a sophisticated holiday sound. Tony & Adam are sons of the legendary jazz musician Bob Barnard and continue the family tradition. This digital downloadable Bandcamp album will be great complement to family and other Christmas gatherings.

Tony Barnard is an Australian master guitarist and composer who has performed all over the world from his native Australia, across Europe, Asia, South Pacific and the Americas. His audiences have included royalty, prime ministers and presidents, celebrities and some of the world’s biggest names in music. Playing many styles including jazz, classical, blues and ambient. He has performed at prestigious international venues and major festivals.

The annual Christmas radio special will also include Christmas music from other Australian artistes such as James Morrison, Emma Pask, Tommy Emmanuel, Cass Eager, Martin Cilia, Merilyn Steele, Paul Kelly, Melinda Schneider, Lucie Tiger, Lily-G, Gine Jeffries, John Kennedy, Damon Smith, Dave Warner, Slim Dusty, and more.

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PODCAST: Greg Nunan & The General Jacksons featured artist on Ross M Fear’s Alive 90.5 fm Australian Spectrum Show (Episode #873) featuring their latest album “Reds To Blues”. If you missed the show, you can hear a podcast of the show again online at https://omny.fm/shows/australian-spectrum-show/australian-spectrum-show-9-12-2025

Greg Nunan & The General Jacksons is a popular blues rock group performing around the Sydney and Australian music scene. Greg Nunan has brought his high-energy live show to festivals, including Austin's SXSW, Singapore's Boy 'n' Toys Festival, Manly Jazz Festival, Moruya Blues & Roots Festival and Mitchell Creek Rock 'n' Blues Fest. His international resume also includes extensive touring throughout the USA, Central America, UK, Asia, and New Zealand.

The group have released three albums to critical acclaim. Group members Greg Nunan (vocals, guitar), Steve Pajor (bass) and award winning drummer Liam Chandler.

Website https://www.gregnunan.com/

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PODCAST: Stomp’n Ramblers (Owen Mancell & Ryan Stone) featured artist on Ross M Fear’s Alive 90.5 fm Australian Spectrum Show (Episode #872) featuring their new album ‘Kick’n Stones’. If you missed the show, you can hear a podcast of the show again online at https://omny.fm/shows/australian-spectrum-show/australian-spectrum-show-2-12-2025

Owen Mancell has previously been a member of blues rock bands and released three albums with The Blind Pilots and The Hollerin’ Sluggers receiving national airplay and performing at major blues festivals.

The Stomp’n Ramblers is Owen Mancell on slide guitar/stomp box/vocals and Ryan Stone on harmonica. With a sound steeped in the raw spirit of Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee, they draw influences from The Backsliders, RL Burnside and Muddy Waters to deliver an eclectic blend of vintage blues with contemporary storytelling.

Owen’s soulful voice brings a deep emotional edge to their music, carrying the weight and warmth of old-school blues with every note. Paired with Ryan’s electrifying harmonica work, the duo channels a sound that feels timeless and unique. As seasoned performers on the live circuit, The Stomp’n Ramblers have shared stages with acclaimed acts like Sons of the East, 19 Twenty, and Nathan Cavaleri.

Website https://www.thestompnramblers.com.au

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PODCAST: Men With Day Jobs featured artist on Ross M Fear’s Alive 90.5 fm Australian Spectrum Show (Episode #871) featuring their new ‘Musical Differences’ album. If you missed the show, you can hear a podcast of the show again online at https://omny.fm/shows/australian-spectrum-show/australian-spectrum-show-25-11-2025

Men With Day Jobs are a popular group on the alternate and folk music scene performing at folk clubs, live music venues and music festivals. Men With Day Jobs have previously released eight albums. They are singers, musos and writers of harmony & humour. Current members: Stafford Sanders, Rod Crundwell, Kim Constable (both ex-On The Prowl formerly Ol’ 55) & Pete Purton. Other members at various times have included Paul Fenton & Ken Stephenson. They've also worked as Baggage & Stuff with Dennis Aubrey. Band member Rod Crundwell has released three albums in recent years and is also a member of Los Skeletone Blues band.

The Men With Day Jobs songs have been recorded by others, sung by schools across Australia, and made finals of both ASA and SSA national song contests. They’ve appeared on TV and radio, and are steadily winning live audiences.

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PODCAST: Fiona Boyes featured artist on Ross M Fear’s Alive 90.5 fm Australian Spectrum Show (Episode #870) featuring her #1 Australian Blues & Roots Charts “Live at Bluesfest” album and selection of tracks from her many other albums. If you missed the show, you can hear a podcast of the show again online at https://omny.fm/shows/australian-spectrum-show/australian-spectrum-show-18-11-2025

Fiona Boyes is a legend of the Australian and International Blues scene. Winner of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis USA she has toured widely, performing at acoustic, folk, guitar, jazz, and blues festivals, clubs and cultural centres in more than 20 countries and now touring Australia.

Fiona Boyes is a respected blues guitarist, bandleader, vocalist and songwriter that has been the only Australian ever nominated for Koko Taylor Award (Best Traditional Female Artist) at the USA Blues Music Awards in Memphis. She has released 12 albums.

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