Launched in January 2020 by hosts David Holloway and Paul Bindig, The Keyboard Chronicles has established itself as a premier podcast dedicated to “gigging, gear, and great music.” Based in Australia but reaching a global audience, the show was born from the hosts’ desire to explore the nuanced lives of keyboard players, ranging from garage hobbyists to stadium-filling virtuosos. Guests are interviewed about their musical upbringings, touring rigs, and the realities of the music business, filling a specific niche for players often overlooked in general music history.
The podcast’s guest list is a “who’s who” of modern keyboard history, spanning vast musical genres and eras. Prog Rock afficionados are well-served with heavyweights like Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), Geoff Downes (Yes/Asia), and Oliver Wakeman. Pop and Rock legends feature prominently, including seminal figures like Steve Porcaro (Toto), Roger O’Donnell (The Cure), and Mike Garson (David Bowie). The show also highlights the critical work of session giants and musical directors—the “hidden hands” behind major acts—such as David Rosenthal (Billy Joel), Toby Chapman (Spandau Ballet), and Steve Nathan, whose keys have graced hundreds of country and pop hits.
Beyond individual accolades, the episode list reveals fascinating webs of relationships and shared musical lineage. A strong Prince connection exists, with both Morris Hayes (New Power Generation) and Lisa Coleman (The Revolution) appearing to discuss their time with the purple icon. The Toto family tree is also well-represented, with founding member Steve Porcaro joined by newer generation players such as Dennis Atlas. Perhaps most fittingly, given co-host Paul Bindig’s background, there is a recurring Pink Floyd thread, connecting guests like Dom Beken (Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets) and Andy Bown (The Wall live tour). The show also champions diversity in a male-dominated field, featuring prominent female artists such as Rachel Flowers, Anna Lapwood, and Freyja Garbett.
The Team
David Holloway – Podcast Host and Editor
Podcasting since 2007 and with more than 180 podcast episodes under his belt, David’s pumped to be doing a specialty podcast for keyboard players, which launched in January 2020.
On the keyboard side of things, David currently plays with Illawarra-based band Gloss and is also the alleged brains behind ambient music project Stainless Fields. He’s also very proud to be one of the original cohort of ‘jammers’ in the world’s first truly virtual band, Res Rocket Surfer.
Paul Bindig – Podcast Co-Host and Website Contributor
Paul Bindig has been playing keyboards in bands for over 30 years. A self-confessed “enthusiastic hack”, he currently sits in the keyboard player’s chair for Australia’s premier Pink Floyd tribute, Echoes of Pink Floyd and also for popular Adelaide party band, Finger Bun.
Note: Paul is a Korg Australia endorsed artist.