The H Files with Kevin Hillier

Mark Holden has done it all (and then some) during his decades in the entertainment business. Be it as a singer, songwriter, actor, producer, barrister, heartthrob or unofficial ambassador for carnations, Mark left no stone unturned from day one.
As he releases a new album of songs - 'Now and Then and Shirley MacLaine' - with a newly crafted singing voice, Mark reflects on some of his most memorable moments and the passion and joy that keeps his creative juices flowing.
From lining up to appear on the Ernie Sigley Adelaide Tonight Show to writing hits for The Temptations or with Vanessa Amorosi, Mark has always been totally committed.
Bringing his new music and some of his old material back via the streaming platforms is his latest venture.
You can check out what Mark is up to here:
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Andrew Farriss is back with his second solo album The Prospector and his new country style is putting a smile on his face, as he tells Kevin in this chat about the new songs, his second live appearance at the hallowed Grand Ole Opry in Nashville and some fond memories of his time in INXS. Andrew talks about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame voting for INXS and the Michael Hutchence he misses. The Prospector, some tour dates and more at www.andrewfarriss.com
The other guest on this episode is Captain Sensible from The Damned as they are about to hit our shores for their Final Damnation 50th Anniversary Tour. The Captain shares his thoughts on many and varied topics including the tour, the setlist, the Sex Pistols, Taylor Swift, cover versions, his solo career and his name.
THE DAMNED AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND SEPTEMBER 2026 TOUR DATES
Tuesday 8th September AUCKLAND, Powerstation
Thursday 10th September SYDNEY, The Opera House
Friday 11th September BRISBANE, The Tivoli
Sunday 13th September MELBOURNE, The Forum
Tickets:
From: https://thephoenix.au/the-damned-2026/
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Eric McCusker's imprint on Australian pop music is awesome. Think songs like 'Come Said the Boy', 'Summer of '81', 'Chemistry' and a little ditty called 'State of the Heart', just part of his songwriting contribution to Mondo Rock, plus being a bloody good guitar player.
In this expansive chat with Kevin, Eric fills in the days before Mondo Rock - a musical adventure and apprenticship that crossed the globe - and his experiences as part of one of this country's most prolific pop bands.
From meeting Elvis in Hawaii to choosing music over medicine, Eric has had a most entertaining and interesting life journey.
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As they prepare for their induction into the ARIA Hall of Fame, Vika and Linda Bull take time out to chat about 'Where Do You Come From" their brilliant new album. The sisters share the stories behind the very personal songs that make up this new record and the preparation for a national tour which is is about to begin. Tour and album info here vikaandlinda.com.au
Also on the touring agenda is Beach Boy Al Jardine bringing the Pet Sounds Band to Australia to relive the musical magic of The Beach Boys. Al has been around since the beginnings of the Brian Wilson inspired supergroup, but still finds joy in performing timeless classics like God Only Knows, Help Me Rhonda and Surfer Girl.
Tour info here https://davidroywilliams.com/tours/al-jardine/
Coming soon Episode 38 with Eric McCusker of Mondo Rock fame. No really, this time I mean it.
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The Waterboys are currently touring Australia and their founder and frontman Mike Scott joined me to talk about the tour, playng live, their album dedicated to actor Dennis Hopper and of course that monster hit they had that still sounds epic - The Whole of the Moon.
The Waterboys – Australian and New Zealand Tour | Destroy All Lines
Saxophonist Bill Evans is bringing his latest VansBand All Stars tour to Australia in October. A one time Miles Davis alumni, Bill is a master and his body of work covers every musical genre, all of which will be part of his first tour here in 25 years.
Tickets are on sale now!
www.gaevents.au
Coming soon Episode 37 with Eric McCusker of Mondo Rock fame.
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