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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

As a founding member of The Beach Boys, Al Jardine helped create one of the most distinctive and influential sounds in popular music.

Hits including "Surfin' USA," "California Girls," "Fun, Fun, Fun," "Wouldn't It Be Nice," "Good Vibrations," and "Help Me Rhonda," on which Jardine sang lead vocals.

More than six decades later, Al Jardine continues to perform and record, celebrating the music of The Beach Boys while introducing it to new generations.

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SA Rock Gig Guide hits 5,000 members!

A massive THANK YOU to all our members for your incredible support!

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Mark Farner is one of classic rock’s great survivors — a powerhouse singer, guitarist and songwriter best known as the driving force behind Grand Funk Railroad. 

One of America’s biggest rock acts of the 1970s, selling out arenas and delivering hard-hitting hits like “We’re An American Band,” “Some Kind of Wonderful” and “The Loco-Motion.”

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Sam the Sham became one of the most memorable figures of 1960s rock thanks to his flamboyant stage style, infectious energy, and massive hit songs.

Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs exploded onto the international scene in 1965 with Wooly Bully, one of the biggest-selling singles of the decade.

They hit gold again with, Little Red Riding Hood, further cementing Sam’s reputation as a charismatic entertainer and creative force.

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

John Illsley is best known as the founding bassist of Dire Straits, one of the most successful rock bands of the late 20th century.

Global hits include, Sultans of Swing, Romeo and Juliet, Money for Nothing and Brothers in Arms.

Today, John remains creative, reflective and deeply passionate about music, art and storytelling.

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Joe Camilleri’s career is a testament to resilience, passion and reinvention with Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons and The Black Sorrows.

Support from Elvis Costello and a strong creative partnership with Nick Smith, Joe went on to achieve major success with a string of hit songs.

More than six decades on, Joe remains an active and passionate performer, continuing to write, record and tour.

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Don Walker announces his new album Love Songs + 2026 tour.

Out August 7, Love Songs is the legendary songwriter’s fifth solo record, a deeply personal and beautifully crafted collection that may prove to be his masterpiece.

Love Songs is available for preorder on 180g Vinyl, CD, Digitally and Bundles (including a limited-edition Love Songs Album T-shirt) at www.donwalker.com.au/store or https://mgmreleases.com/lovesongs

🎟 Love Songs Album Tour on sale 9.00am local times, May 7. For dates and tickets, head to www.donwalker.com.au/live

“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Hugh Cornwell, best known as the original frontman and songwriter for The Stranglers.

Hits like “Peaches,” “No More Heroes,” and “Golden Brown”

Still touring and recording today (he’ll be in Australia next month), Cornwell remains a fiercely independent artist. 

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Ann Wilson, the iconic lead singer of Heart, is celebrated as one of rock’s most powerful and enduring voices.

In the early 1970s, she formed Heart with her younger sister Nancy Wilson, the band rose to fame with their 1975 debut Dreamboat Annie, featuring hits like “Magic Man” and “Crazy on You,” followed by classics such as “Barracuda.”

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Yuka Food & Cosmetics App

We’re thrilled with the Yuka app and want to congratulate the entire team for delivering such an outstanding product.

With Yuka, you can now evaluate the quality of your foods and cosmetics!

Yuka was designed as an independent app to help consumers make healthier food and cosmetic choices by scanning product barcodes to reveal nutritional quality and ingredient safety.

You can download a free copy from their website..

https://yuka.io/en/

“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

In this episode of A Breath of Fresh Air, Don McLean reflects on his remarkable life and career, offering a candid look at the journey behind his iconic music.

His breakthrough came with American Pie, a deeply personal and culturally reflective song shaped by the turmoil of the era.

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Dan Beck is best known for his influential role at Epic Records, where he worked with some of the biggest names in global music.

Working closely with Michael Jackson, Beck helped oversee the strategy, promotion, and global rollout of major projects including Dangerous and HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I.

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Simon Kirke is best known as the drummer and co-founder of two iconic British rock bands—Free and Bad Company.

Free rose to international fame with their timeless hit All Right Now. Bad Company, became one of the biggest acts of the 1970s.

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Happy Easter from SA Rock Radio! 🐰🎶

Wishing everyone a joyful long weekend filled with great tunes, sunny moments, and plenty of time to share laughter.

Stay tuned for holiday playlists, classic rock anthems, and special Easter weekend features across SA Rock Radio. Have a fantastic celebration! 🌷🎸🌞

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Verdine White, the legendary bassist and founding member of Earth, Wind & Fire, has played a defining role in shaping one of the most innovative and successful sounds in modern music.

Known for his energetic stage presence and powerful, melodic bass lines, Verdine helped transform the bass guitar into a central force in funk, soul and R&B.

Over the decades, Earth, Wind & Fire achieved global success, earning multiple awards and selling millions of records, with timeless songs like September and Fantasy still beloved today.

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Ross Wilson is one of Australia’s most influential and enduring figures, with a career spanning more than six decades.

In 1970, he formed Daddy Cool, their breakout hit “Eagle Rock” became one of the nation’s most iconic songs.

He later formed Mondo Rock, achieving further chart success with hits like Cool World, State of the Heart and Come Said the Boy.

He continues to record and tour, maintaining his place as a central figure in Australia’s musical landscape.

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“A BREATH OF FRESH AIR”

with Sandy Kaye

MON 2:00PM‬ & FRI 10:30PM

This week:

Ralph McTell is one of Britain’s most respected and enduring singer-songwriters, best known for his timeless folk classic “Streets of London.” 

His career includes a rich catalogue of songs such as “From Clare to Here,” “England,” and “Last Train and Ride.” 

Ralph McTell continues to be celebrated as a defining voice of English folk music whose songs have resonated with audiences for more than half a century.

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