Null Electronics

Ben Lee on 30+ years of making music, from Noise Addict to “Hard Drive”I sat down with Ben Lee to go through his whole career: starting out as a teenager in Noise Addict, his early solo albums, and working with Steve “Pav” Pavlovic. We get into the Hollywood parties, his breakout with “Cigarettes Will Kill You” and Breathing Tornados, the Hey You. Yes You. era, and working with Dan the Automator.We also cover the surprise success and staying power of Awake Is the New Sleep, the pop hits, the end of his relationship with Claire Danes, his short run as an actor, his work championing new Australian artists, and “Hard Drive”, a song that took on a life of its own.Follow Ben LeeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benleemusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/benleemusic/Follow meTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronics#BenLee #NoiseAddict #AwakeIsTheNewSleep #AustralianMusic #MusicPodcast #Interview

Episode: Darren Cross (Gerling)In this episode, I sit down with Darren Cross — frontman of Gerling — for a deep dive into the band's four-album run: how it all started, the road to their biggest hits, the stories behind the Kylie Minogue and Kool Keith features, why Gerling eventually came to an end, and everything Darren's been up to since, across his many musical projects.The early days and formation of GerlingThe band's four-album span and how their sound evolvedLanding a feature from Kylie MinogueWorking with Kool KeithThe lead-up to Gerling's splitDarren's post-Gerling projects (The E.L.F., D.C Cross, Jep and Dep, and more)The 25th anniversary vinyl reissue of When Young Terrorists Chase the SunWhen Young Terrorists Chase the Sun — 25th Anniversary Vinyl (out soon)https://store.warnermusic.com.au/products/when-young-terrorists-chase-the-sun-2lp-black-vinyl-with-free-a4-sticker-sheetDarren CrossInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.ccross/Null ElectronicsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsMusic (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2SEnjoyed this one? You can buy me a coffee here:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTalking PointsLinksSupport the Show

This episode starts with a confession: I told a publicist for a very high-profile artist that I already had a podcast. I didn't. What followed was a scramble to actually build the show and lock in guests fast enough to make the lie true before that artist came on as my guest.From there we get into the music news of the moment:The Josh Fawaz controversy — what happened, why it's blown up, and where I land on itMy AI music video — the response to it and some more thoughts on AI in music that didn't make the original cutMy Molly Meldrum video — the story behind it and what the reaction's been likeIn this episode:How to accidentally commit to a podcast you don't haveScrambling for guests under a real deadlineThe Josh Fawaz controversy, unpackedAI music, revisitedMolly Meldrum, revisitedFollow along:TikTok: @null_electronicsInstagram: @null_electronics

Episode SummaryIn this solo episode, Hayden Quinn returns after a short break — spent, in part, deep in Disco Elysium — and dives straight into a mix of music culture, controversy, and recommendations.He unpacks the recent controversy surrounding marketing company Chaotic Good, which was exposed for allegedly running fake TikTok fan account networks to manufacture viral moments for artists, and what this means for authenticity in music discovery.The episode also covers the backlash around Radio Free Atlas appearing on Like a Version, where their cover of DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love by Usher sparked debate after comments about the original track.Elsewhere, Hayden revisits the cult classic The Commitments, reflecting on why the story of a Dublin soul band still holds up today.Plus, three songs worth your time this week:underscores — Hollywood Forever / The PeaceEvil Nine — Hired GoonsCake — JoleneA wide-ranging episode about music culture, authenticity, and the ever-blurring line between organic success and manufactured virality.Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2S?si=7UWfWrDNRq24JH3NsdGjbgBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mechBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICSListen to Hayden Quinn (NULL)Support the PodcastFollow Hayden Quinn

In Episode 006, Hayden Quinn sits down with Australian pop producer and artist Lucy Blomkamp to talk about her journey through the modern electronic pop landscape.Lucy has worked across production, songwriting and engineering for artists including 6lack, Cat & Calmell, Becca Hatch, Daine, Triple One, and Mallrat, while also releasing music under her own name and through projects like Cookii and her newer alias Perfectworld.Hayden and Lucy also revisit the early days of her career — including when they first met in 2013 — and discuss how her sound evolved from experimental electronic production into the sleek, emotionally-driven electronic pop she’s known for today.A conversation about artistic growth, collaboration, and building a career in modern pop production over the past decade.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/perfectworldofficial/?hl=enSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2S?si=7UWfWrDNRq24JH3NsdGjbgBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mechBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICSGuest LinksListen to Hayden Quinn (NULL)Support the PodcastFollow Hayden Quinn

Episode SummaryIn Episode 005, Hayden Quinn sits down with Magoo — legendary producer and engineer behind some of Australia’s most iconic records.They talk about Magoo’s expansive career working with Midnight Oil, Regurgitator, Jebediah, Powderfinger, Gerling, and Operator Please, exploring how he shaped their sounds in the studio and approached the art of production and engineering.From navigating diverse genres to capturing performances that resonate across decades, Magoo shares stories from the mixing desk, creative philosophies, and what it’s like to bring great records to life. Hayden also realises he forgot to ask about his high school principal’s possible connection to Custard, so maybe that’s a cliffhanger for next time.A deep-dive into the craft behind the hits and the insights of one of Australia’s most respected producers.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/magoosound/?hl=enSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2S?si=7UWfWrDNRq24JH3NsdGjbgBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mechBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICSGuest LinksListen to Hayden Quinn (NULL)Support the PodcastFollow Hayden Quinn

In this solo episode, Hayden Quinn unpacks the latest controversy surrounding Spotify’s new AI-generated playlist feature and the broader implications of algorithmic curation in music discovery.He also shares recent listening recommendations — including Standish/Carlyon and Jimmy Nail — reflects on attending a recent TOPS show that absolutely delivered, and unexpectedly revisits the emotional memory of sitting a Year 12 exam.A wide-ranging episode about music culture, discovery, live performance, and the strange moments that stick with us.Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2S?si=7UWfWrDNRq24JH3NsdGjbgBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mechBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICSListen to Hayden Quinn (NULL)Support the PodcastFollow Hayden Quinn

In Episode 3, Hayden Quinn speaks with Shane Parsons of DZ Deathrays about the band’s journey from the Brisbane underground to international stages, and the creative process behind their new album Easing Out of Control, out now.The conversation explores how the band first formed in Brisbane, their early DIY touring era — including formative shows alongside Crystal Castles — and their long-running relationship with independent label IOHYOU. Shane also discusses recording with producer Burke Reid (of Gerling), how electronic music shaped the band’s signature dance-punk sound, and the ways their songwriting and production approach has evolved across releases.A deep dive into the intersection of punk energy, electronic influence, and building a band that continually reinvents its sound.Website / Tour Info:https://dzdeathrays.com/aus.phpInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/dzdeathrays/?hl=enSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2S?si=7UWfWrDNRq24JH3NsdGjbgBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mechBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICSDZ DeathraysListen to Hayden Quinn (NULL)Support the PodcastFollow Hayden Quinn

Episode 002: Quan from RegurgitatorIn Episode 2, Hayden Quinn sits down with Quan Yeomans of Regurgitator for a wide-ranging conversation about the band’s evolution, creativity, and the realities of the music industry.They discuss Regurgitator’s early signing to Warner, how the band navigated the pressures of major-label expectations, and the philosophy behind the constantly shifting sonic palette across their first four albums. Quan also reflects on the tension between consumerism and artistic integrity, the moments when A&Rs help — and when they definitely don’t — and dives deep into the synth sounds, gear, and production approaches that helped shape the band’s distinctive recordings.A thoughtful and nerdy conversation about longevity, experimentation, and surviving the industry while staying creatively restless.Tour dates:https://www.bandsintown.com/a/53749-regurgitatorInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/regurgitators/?hl=enSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2S?si=7UWfWrDNRq24JH3NsdGjbgBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mechBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronicsTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICSRegurgitatorListen to Hayden Quinn (NULL)Support the PodcastFollow Hayden Quinn

Welcome to the first episode of The Podcast.In this intro episode, I explain what you’ll find on the feed - audio versions of viral music deep dives, recasts of video content, and exclusive audio-only interviews with artists from across music.After a brief intro, the episode dives straight into a follower-favourite deep dive: The Vengaboys. From Eurodance absurdity to global pop domination, this breakdown explores how one of the most polarising dance acts of all time became unavoidable — and why their music still works today.Whether you’re coming from TikTok or discovering the podcast for the first time, this episode sets the tone for what’s ahead.🎧 Null – MusicSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YMSq0CWN7f7PeJ96Zfz2SBandcamp:https://nullelectronics.bandcamp.com/album/khoping-mech☕ Support the PodcastBuy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/null_electronics📱 Follow NullTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@null_electronicsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/null_electronics/?hl=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NULLELECTRONICS