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Episode 19: Brassed Off – The Mark Gardner Story

In this raw and wide-ranging conversation, Zeus The Prophet sits down with Melbourne music veteran Mark Gardner, a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, trumpet player, radio host, and lifelong performer. From his early days tearing up stages across Victoria to sharing bills with legends and building a career that spans over 1,000 gigs, Mark opens up about the realities of being an independent artist in Australia. We dive into his radio journey hosting Brassed Off on 3MDR, the power of brass in music, the grind of the local scene, creative resilience, and what it really takes to keep creating through changing times. Expect stories, laughs, musical insights, and plenty of Melbourne flavour as two passionate voices from the local creative community go deep. Whether you’re a musician, a brass fan, or just love real conversations about art and life, this one’s for you.