S4E10 - Beeb Birtles: Zoot at 60, Little River Band & a Lifetime of Music & Faith
About this episode
Beeb Birtles discusses his extensive career in Australian music, reflecting on his time with Zoot and Little River Band, along with themes of faith and creativity.
Australian music legend Beeb Birtles joins Shayne Brian on Long Way to the Top for a fascinating deep dive into one of the most remarkable careers in Australian rock history. From the colourful pop explosion of Zoot to the international success of Little River Band, Beeb reflects on six decades in music, songwriting, fame, faith, and the ever-changing music industry. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of Zoot, Beeb shares stories from the band's early days with Rick Springfield and Darryl Cotton, the origins of the band's iconic name, and the surprising connection to Doc Neeson. He also revisits the pre-Zoot era with Down the Line and their work as a backing band for John Farnham. The conversation explores Beeb's role in Little River Band, including writing the band's debut single Curiosity Killed the Cat , helping create timeless hits like Everyday of My Life , Home on Monday and Happy Anniversary , and witnessing Australian music conquer the world stage. Shayne and Beeb also discuss the rise of Yacht Rock, the pressures of fame, spirituality, Christian faith, and what continues to inspire creativity after more than sixty years in music. Whether you're a fan of classic Australian…
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