Kate Ceberano | Long Play Series

Kate Ceberano is one of Australia’s most iconic and beloved artists. Bursting onto the scene as a teenager in the 1980s funk/pop fusion band, I’m Talking, Ceberano led the band to prominence with hits like ‘Trust Me’, ‘Holy Word’ and ‘Do You Wanna Be’.
Her debut album, Brave (1990), further heralded her vocal versatility and star power, spawning four Top 40 hits including ‘Young Boys Are My Weakness’ and ‘Bedroom Eyes’ and eventually going on to be certified triple platinum.
With a more than 20 albums to her name, Ceberano has been free to explore a range of musical influences and experiment with various styles including jazz, soul, pop and cabaret. Winner of four ARIA awards and multiple nominations and accolades, she has also appeared on film, television and stage, most notably as Mary Magdalene in the 1992 stage musical Jesus Christ Superstar alongside John Farnham and Jon Stevens.
In 2014, Ceberano became the first woman to be inducted into the Australian Songwriters Association Hall of Fame, and in 2016 she was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for her services to the performing arts.
Ceberano’s artistic and cultural contribution extends beyond her music using her platform to advocate for important social issues and charitable causes including the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
In this interview with Jane Gazzo, Kate reminisces about the music scene in the 1980s, performing at the World Music Awards alongside Prince, Sting and Grace Jones, and evaluates her place in the ever-changing musical landscape.
Interviewer: Jane Gazzo
Location: Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 2023

[@sn281076]

What a fantastic interview. Such honesty from Kate. Great work Jane, really interesting & enjoyable.

[@BenZeebar]

Awesome interview, Jane. Kate’s really wonderful. I love her honesty. So glad Phil’s name came up. What a funky guitarist. Super talented folk.

[@jasonross816]

What an inspiration and such a great candid interview ❤👏👏

[@timevans5966]

This is one of the most enjoyable hours I have ever spent on RUclips. Thank you Jane for the insightful interview, and thank you Kate for your openness (and career!)

[@SandyCrack69]

What an amazing & candid interview

[@annetessari1004]

I saw Im Talking support the Models at Theberton Theatre and they blew them off the stage She was a fantastic performer very young. She always references my favourite songs and bands. . Just saw her do The Real Thing on RUclips which was fantastic. And if you get a chance to see her rendition of "Everything Alright" from Jesus Christ Superstar on RUclips it's brilliant. I think one of her best performances.