Benny Time - Parent Time

Whistle and Trick are new to the scene, but my goodness what a way to introduce yourself.  Their new album is an album so rich of diversity and instinct, it’s hard to believe it’s their first time round.  In todays episode we talk about their process, their journey and why, despite high admirations, actually never spoke to one and other.  Enjoy The post Welcome, Whistle and Trick appeared first on Benny Time.

Today on Benny Asking people questions we cant to John and Cat from Riot Baby.  Riot Baby is a children’s act that believes in the art of play. The art of experimenting, and giving everyone a voice. Their shows filled with the energy from any punk experience reminding us all again, how capable children are, and how eclectic, and open.  Enjoy Riot Baby The post Power to the children with Riot Baby appeared first on Benny Time.

Back with the highly anticipated new album, ‘All the Feels’, today we talk to Sam Moran as he embarks on a new image, new sound, new audience and honed set of goals.  Sam is truly a renaissance man and in this interview we find out why and exactly why this album had to come from the heart  The post All the feels with Sam Moran appeared first on Benny Time.

In todays episode of Benny asking people questions, we get to chat to Nick Gill of the quokkas. The Quokkas music is directly reflected in the lives they live creating a sense of depth and honesty tp the messages they share. From AFL, Music Therapy, to the Voice, this is a band that is as interesting off the stage as they are on. I give you, the Quokkas The post A whole lotta Quokka appeared first on Benny Time.

Today on Benny asking people questions we chat to Twinkle Time. This interview took an unexpected turn when slowly but surely we stepped from the music to discuss her life, adventures and sheer determinism. A tear or two was shed also as we unpacked what it means to be true to oneself. Enjoy The post It’s about ‘Twinkle’ Time appeared first on Benny Time.

Today we talk to Amber Lawrence, not so much about her music but more where on earth did she find the time. Amber is an accomplished and extremely busy country artist and somewhere in there, she managed three new children’s albums. Albums with a pure foundation of joy and love for all things that may fall in the path of children. So kick off the boots, sit back and enjoy the marvel that is Amber Lawrence The post The Glowing Amber of the Outback appeared first on Benny Time.

Today On Benny Asking People Questions we speak to the power house behind Australia’s YouTube phenomenon, Bounce Patrol. We learn exactly what it takes to run Australia’s largest YouTube Channel and just how important it is to keep a heart and love for your audience at the core of all you do. Shanon Jones is nothing short of extraordinary and today she gives us a small insight into her world. Enjoy The post On patrol with Shannon Jones appeared first on Benny Time.

Todays guest is Kelli Caldwell or other wise known by the smallest in the room, Kelli Welli. Her take on not only music for children but life itself seems to find itself in a style and messaging that is desperately unique and places her very much on her own pedestal, unmatched by other artists. It is heartening and it is a true testament to what happens when you listen to children rather than suggest what children should listen to. So sit back, [...] The post Kelli and the well of love appeared first on Benny Time.

Today on Benny asking people questions we are joined by the very amazing Nicolla Hemi-Morehouse of Miss Nicky Says.  Nicolla is a person with enormous love for not only her audience but the individuals within her audience in whom she reaches out to. A true master in the art of entertaining and giving to children, it is a chat filled with as much insight as there is passion. The post Listening to all Miss Nicky has to say appeared first on Benny Time.

Todays guests are one of those beautiful stories that involve a certain success that has been derived from commitment, hard work, longevity, consistency, a total lack of any juvenile moral compass and a complete utter respect and adoration for their audience. They are an act that through their theatre, their albums, their books, their podcast and their television program have really been able to grab hold of what it means to be a child of a certain age, wanting to [...] The post Taking it very serious with The Listies appeared first on Benny Time.

Today on Benny asking People questions we chat to Nic Dalton, brain child behind the punk rock children’s act The Sticker Club, out of Sydney Australia As a member of the Lemon Heads, Nic is no stranger to the music scene and yet even with a history such as his, he still feel the Sticker Club is the best music he’s ever written. From Punk rock to Bubble gum Pop, Nic tells all. The post Membership at the sticker club appeared first on Benny Time.

Today on Benny asking people questions, we chat to Americas Esther Crow. Esther found her roots in New Yorks punk scene and has brought the same honesty and power to her music for children. In an album dripping with variety and message, Esther has managed two create an album as diverse as her own life, and does it with charm, humour, and a cut through narrative true to her punk roots. The post A message from Esther appeared first on Benny Time.

On todays episode we speak with one or Australia’s most successful children’s performers, Charlie McGee, front man for Formidable Vegetable. A band that has toured the world over, is promoted by the UN and a Glastonbury return visitor. And its easy to see why. Charlie and his formidable team, exist entirely in their appreciation, belief and deep love for community. A place where all things are possible and where all the power exists. A belief that permeates heavily through not only [...] The post Charlie and the Vegetable Farmery appeared first on Benny Time.

Poppy Galactic and the Beat are a children’s band hailing from the central east coast of Australia and a band that in some respects have reinvented what it means to create a live experience. With music that appears to effortless flow from track to track, accompanied by easily accessible and sung along to lyrics, they are an act of true invention and the ultimate dance party. On todays episode we get to sit down with Tiffany Richmond to talk about their slow [...] The post Poppy Galactic and the Beat goes on appeared first on Benny Time.

Today On ‘Benny Asking People Questions’ we continue on with our deeper look into the children’s Music of New Zealand with our interview with Rainbow Rosalind. Described as the ‘go to’ for classical arrangement and a TV star in her own right, Roslalind’s career has been the summary of a life of deep belief and constant preparation for the moments life hands her. Her career is inspirational and a good reminder that, for all of us, its always just around the corner The post The colourful world of Rainbow Rosalind appeared first on Benny Time.

Levity Beet is one of New Zealand’s most unique children’s performers. Not least for his passion for creating and playing his own instruments, but also the reassurance he takes that he is doing what he is meant to be doing. Today on Benny Asking People Questions we get the chance to talk about his early inspirations but also the journey he took to get to the place of calm and contentedness he finds himself today. The post The sweet musical Brevity of Levity Beet appeared first on Benny Time.

Gordie MacKeeman is a folk musician in Canada and has recently turned his hand to wiring an album for children. An album, it would inadvertently appear strikes at the very heart of what it means to be surrounded by love and loved ones. In todays interview, Gordie talks about his love for folk. But not just the musical aspects, but rather the feelings this most humble of music generates as it gathers friends and family around its epicentre of fun and [...] The post Dancing with Mr Crazy legs appeared first on Benny Time.

Today on Benny Asking People Questions we talk to New Zealand’s Kath Bee about her extraordinary upcoming release ‘Children: Our voices Intertwined’. An album produced by Doug Stenhouse. This album address’ some fo the more abstract observations of lockdown told directly through the voices of children living the moment. It is a true testament to their voices and an album of extraordinary poignancy, heart and beautiful music. The post Kath Bee: Voices Intertwined appeared first on Benny Time.

In this episode we speak with Anthony and Lauren of Story Surprise. Lauren and Anthony’s meteoric rise to the forefront of children’s entertainment in Australia is testament to not only their extraordinary work ethic but also their ability to talk and share topics that others may often shy away from. Together they talk about finding their feet, finding themselves within their content, and finding themselves in lockdown. The post The story behind the surprise appeared first on Benny Time.

In this episode we have the good fortune to sit With Damian Peck aka Damo, Music for kids. His debut release, ‘Find Your Feet’ is a beautiful nod to his musical past, in a way that celebrates how simple yet how complex children’s music can be, keeping nothing back from his arrangements, yet keeping none of his childlike sensibilities at bay. Damo is a gift for a children and it seems a gift that plans to keep on giving. The post Damo, for the love of song appeared first on Benny Time.