Who are The Radiators?

The Radiators are an iconic Australian pub-rock band formed in Sydney in 1978, famous for high-energy live shows and multi-platinum record sales. Keyboardist Brendan Callinan played with the band during their peak era, recording five albums and an EP, playing nearly 2,000 shows, and touring alongside international acts like The Police and INXS.

What is Bonza Music (UK)?

Bonza Music (UK) is an audio technology company building a high-fidelity, real-time online collaboration platform for musicians, songwriters, and educators. The technology eliminates latency and audio quality loss, allowing artists to compose and rehearse remotely from anywhere in the world. Brendan Callinan serves as an executive for the company.

Why did Brendan Callinan write his memoir, Life's a Gamble?

Brendan Callinan wrote Life's a Gamble to document the unfiltered reality of Australia's 1970s and '80s pub-rock era from the perspective of an touring musician. The memoir captures a historic cultural movement before detailing his transition into a global music technology CEO.

How did Brendan transition from playing in The Radiators to executive leadership at Roland?

Brendan departed The Radiators in late 1990 and joined Roland Corporation Australia in 1992 as Sales Manager. His practical musician background and commercial expertise drove his progression to Managing Director of Roland Australia and eventually CEO of Seattle-based Roland Cloud.

How can media outlets request a review copy, interview, or media kit for Brendan Callinan’s book?

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Who handles literary, audiobook, and screen adaptation rights for Brendan Callinan's memoir?

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Is Brendan Callinan available for keynote speeches, panel appearances, or live rock history events?

Yes, Brendan regularly delivers keynotes on Australian music history, speaks on panels, and appears at literary festivals. To check availability and rates, submit your event date, location, audience size, and topic focus via the contact form.

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Life’s A Gamble

Brendan joined the newly formed Radiators in early February 1979, at just 19. Over the next decade, he played nearly 2,000 shows, recorded five albums and an EP, earned multiple gold and platinum records, and shared stages with The Police, Eurythmics, Boomtown Rats, INXS and many of Australia's biggest rock acts.

In Life's A Gamble, Brendan takes readers backstage to the triumphs, mishaps and unforgettable characters behind the music. With humour and humility, he reveals the story behind one of Australia's hardest-working rock bands—far beyond the pub rock label.

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