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Andrew Stockdale, the powerhouse behind Wolfmother, shares his remarkable journey from busker to rock icon.

Despite playing guitar eight hours daily, he tried to abandon music for something "legit." After studying photography and even shooting for Vogue, he finally gave himself an ultimatum at age 27: one last gig before quitting forever. That decision changed everything, leading to Wolfmother's formation, a five-times platinum debut album that stayed on charts for 78 weeks, and multiple ARIA Awards.

The conversation reveals fascinating glimpses into Andrew's world—from his flamenco dancer mother to busking under escalators across Australia, from his brother's failed grunge band to drinking margaritas with Roger Daltrey in Barcelona. Throughout it all, he maintains a refreshingly unpretentious approach to rock stardom. "This is guitar, bass and drums. That's all it is. That's all the best stuff's ever going to be," he explains, rejecting the industry's excesses with the same authenticity that defines Wolfmother's sound.

As Wolfmother prepares to headline Adelaide's Beer and BBQ Festival, he offers wisdom that extends beyond music: follow your passion regardless of recognition, stay humble despite success, and remember that sometimes the things we try hardest to escape become our greatest calling.

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