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Max Carr is an Australian singer-songwriter and frontman of Profannity, whose music blends raw blues, pub rock, and lived experience. As both a solo artist and the driving force behind Wollongong band Profannity, his sound is built on unfiltered storytelling, gritty grooves, and a deep connection to live music.Originally starting as a stripped-back acoustic project, Max's music evolved into Profannity-a hard-hitting rock/grunge outfit featuring Wilson Featherstone (drums), Fergus Bolack (bass), and Reece Thurkettle (guitar). Known for their energetic live shows and powerful sound, the band has become a standout in the Illawarra scene, regularly playing packed rooms across local venues.Profannity have released a string of singles including "Flogged," "Useless C*nt," and "Eye of the Loaded Gun," with their debut record Such Is Life on the way. They've also gained recognition through competitions like New Blood Wednesdays and the Good Things Festival band competition, continuing to build momentum within Australia's grassroots rock community.Alongside the band, Max has returned to releasing music under his own name-coming full circle back to his blues-driven roots. His solo work leans into a more stripped-back, intimate style, shaped by years of gigging and a voice that carries both grit and honesty.After leaving school to focus on songwriting. Max completed a Diploma of Music at TAFE and is now studying a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Music) at the University of Wollongong-reflecting his ongoing dedication to his craft.Whether performing solo or with Profannity. Max Carr's music is grounded in real stories, real energy, and the kind of presence that stays with you long after the show ends.

Chiara Kovac is a Sydney-based musician whose work has grown from early acoustic songwriting into a fuller, heavier live sound shaped by collaboration, instinct and a love of Australian indie music. In this episode, Chiara reflects on learning saxophone, singing from primary school, teaching herself guitar, and developing her sound through recording, performing and working closely with her band. She also shares how songs like “Angry Ghost” marked a turning point in her confidence, musicianship and live energy.

Matt "Chibbsy" Bragg is an Australian musician, producer, and podcaster with deep roots in the South Coast music scene. Over the years, he's played in bands including Trample, Toy Not Suitable, Fires Were Started, and currently performs with Mac Tango and Fat Bald Idiot. Alongside performing, Matt is the host of two podcasts, 1001 Songs That Make You Want To Die and Screech & Roll, the latter focused on the Illawarra Hawks.Previously, Matt ran Bragg Recordings, where he worked closely with a wide range of artists including The Bungalows, Inanimate Objects, Tokyo Spares, and 19-Twenty. Whether on stage, behind the desk, or behind a mic, he brings a practical, artist-first approach shaped by years inside bands, studios, and scenes.

Kane Calcite is an independent folk-inspired songwriter whose sound drifts between sun- washed surf rock and grounded alternative folk.Blending aspustic storytelling with coastal rhythms and electric warmth, his music feels equally at home on long road trips and late-night campfires. Rooted in melody and mood, Kane's songs capture movement, memory, and the quiet pull of the ocean.On stage, Kane Calcite's music invites stillness as much as movement - a space where folk storytelling meets the open horizon, and every song feels like part of a journey still unfolding.

Ramstone are an Australian classic/heavy rock band from Nowra on the South Coast of NSW. Formed in 2021 and evolving from an acoustic duo into a full four-piece in 2023, they write and perform big, rhythmic rock ’n’ roll anthems built for pubs and stages alike, and have shared stages with iconic Aussie bands including The Angels and Dragon. Drawing influence from classic and modern rock - from AC/DC and Led Zeppelin to Wolfmother and Audioslave - Ramstone bring a fresh, modern take on classic rock ’n’ roll.

Glenn Whitehall is a touring/session musician and songwriter based in The Illawarra. Over a varied 20+ years in music, he has shared stages with international and local legends, and is frontman for soul/rock band The Sacred Crows.

This project is the creative outlet of producer and multi-instrumentalist Lucas Trevisan. Lucas embarks on this solo journey to truly express his creative purpose with his extensive musical knowledge and skill-set. The 7-piece one-man band describes his genre as 'psychedelic groove', which is based around a fusion of funk and psychedelic rock with a sprinkle of jazz and samba groove. He is dedicated to representing a rainbow of cultures through his worldly genre awareness. In his live performances; hip-hop beats, hand-played percussion, melting chords and funky bass-lines are looped to create a magical atmosphere; opening space for saxophone, flute and guitar solos.

South Coast artist Cassy Rae is known for her smooth live vocals and a quirky, genre-blurring sound shaped by indie, rap, blues and singer-songwriter influences. Her music balances raw emotion with strong rhythmic feel, creating songs that are both intimate and groove-driven.Raised in a musical household and surrounded by guitars, Cassy Rae found her way into music early, playing Avril Lavigne covers to her bedroom walls. Two decades later, she's performing live most weekends, building a reputation for honest songwriting and captivating live shows.