Episode 50: Jesse Coulter – Grenadiers

Grenadiers. Credit: Supplied

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There’s no denying the fact that Adelaide is just one of those cities that can’t help itself but breed amazing bands. Sure, you can look at groups like The Angels, Cold Chisel, and more, but why not look at groups like Stolen Youth, The Rivalry, Sleeptalker, and Dick Wolf?

They’re also amazing bands, and for the trainspotters amongst us, you might recognise that those bands have one constant thread, and that’s Jesse Coulter. Jesse’s been in the music scene for a good number of years now, whether it’s up the front of bands or behind the scenes, but at every turn he’s in charge of quality.

One of the most prominent projects he’s been associated with is none other than Grenadiers, a three-piece rock outfit which formed in 2009 and released three records over the ensuing eight years.

Following a lineup change in those formative years, Grenadiers released their second album Summer in 2015, and it was a little bit of a corker. It got them some decent attention, and even nabbed them a spot on triple j’s Like A Version series.

After their third album, Find Something You Love And Let It Kill You, Grenadiers went a little bit quiet, and in fact, they’ve not actually played a show since 2019. But that’s all about to change this May, because Grenadiers are hitting the Crown & Anchor in Adelaide for a ten-year celebration of Summer on May 3rd.

It’s likely the last time you’ll see them, so I figured now was the time to have a chat with Jesse about the band.

But before we get into it, I strongly urge you to buy a ticket to Grenadiers’ upcoming gig, and once you’re done doing that, pop Summer on the stereo, have a listen to our chat, and I’ll see you at the end of the episode for some general housekeeping.

Jesse Coulter’s Trusty Chords

Jesse’s One Influential Artist (And One Honourable Mention!)

1. The Beatles

2. Hot Snakes

Jesse’s Three Impactful Albums

1. Propagandhi – Supporting Caste (2009)

2. The Bronx – The Bronx (II) (2006)

3. The Peep Tempel – Tales (2014)

Jesse’s Five Trusty Songs (And One Honourable Mention!)

1. Propagandhi – 'Back To The Motor League' (2001)

2. Midnight Oil – 'Dreamworld' (1987)

3. Hot Snakes – 'Plenty For All' (2004)

4. The Kinks – 'Strangers' (1970)

5. Bruce Cockburn – 'Lovers In A Dangerous Time' (1984)
   

6. The Animals – 'The House Of The Rising Sun' (1964)