211. Steve Mack 2: That Petrol Emotion Break Up & Adoption
5 May 2026
About This Episode
In Part 2 of this conversation, Steve Mack of That Petrol Emotion opens up about the realities behind the band’s breakup - the frustration of getting close without breaking through, the internal strain, and the moment it all came to an end.
He also shares the deeply personal story of discovering his biological father through DNA testing - a musician himself - and how that revelation reshaped his understanding of identity, talent, and where it all comes from.
This is a conversation about music, legacy, and the moments that define a life.
Steve Mack
Steve Mack is a musician and producer best known as a member of That Petrol Emotion. With a career spanning decades, he has worked across music and technology, while continuing to write, perform, and reflect on the craft and meaning of music.