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On Friday February 20, FCPE (Flora Carbo Percussion Ensemble) will bring her ensemble to Mamma Chen's in Footscray. A dynamic project inspired by community, electronic music and patience, FCPE focus on restraint, pulse, glitch and disintegration. Joining Greg Sher on Stars In The Static, tune in to hear about FCPE's upcoming show, joined by kindred musical spirits Bad Ambulance AV (Jack Palmer) and the premiere of The Department of Earthly Delights (Sofia Carbonara & Iran Sanadzadeh).

Discovered as a precocious 18-year-old and signed in 1968 by Japan's first independent record label, Sachiko Kanenobu is widely regarded as Japan’s first female folk-rock singer-songwriter. Having released her debut album 'Misora' in 1972 featuring a collection of ethereal folk gems, the album has since become a cult favourite among folk lovers worldwide. Now at age 77, Sachiko Kanenobu makes her debut to Australia. Tune in to hear Claire Dickson catch up with Sachiko while she's in town. 

Under the artist name Clariloops, Ruby Ester Mae creates immersive ambient music that weaves together synthesized electronic sounds and clarinet. Based in Naarm, she is a performer, producer, and educator whose practice is rooted in curiosity and mindfulness. Joining Lloyd Briggs on Deeep Space, tune in to hear about Clariloops' latest album 'Islands', improvisation at 'SIGNALS' (live).

Last year, Will Larsen dropped his album Confluence, his first release as a bandleader. The local saxophonist, arranger, and composer now gears up for his album launch at Tramway Hotel on February 22nd. Larsen visits PBS for a chat about the album on Mike Gurrieri's show Mystic Brew. Tune in from 9am on Tuesday to hear more.

Coming into Roots of Rhythm for the monthly segment 'Wordy Gurdy', Jackey Coyle and Helen Jennings chat about exceptional music and writing, scouring the past 100 years for rare and excellent blues, jazz, country, and more. Tune in from 9am to hear them analyse the best of the best.

‘Cataclysm’ is a poignant call for revolution of both politics and consciousness, conveyed through ten distinct songs written and produced by Zanias. Each piece of music inhabits its own aesthetic universe and rhythm, featuring elemental fusions of coldwave, italo disco, witchhouse, trance, breakbeats, hyperpop and a touch of drum and bass. Back in Melbourne for a visit, tune in as the Berlin-based artist joins Kristen Solury on BBHR for a chat about her recent album.

Brunswick Music Festival is taking place from March 1 - 8, and this year’s lineup is packed with both local and international artists, including Ganavya, Horns of Leroy, and FRENZEE, to name a few. Festival programmer and PBS' own MzRizk will join Milo Eastwood on The Breakfast Spread to chat about the festival, sharing music from the incredible artists who will be performing. Tune in to hear this Brunswick Music Festival edition of Musical Chairs.

The new album 'Banter' from local post-rock instrumental band Badinage is set for release this month, and Simon and Dave from the group will be stopping by Radio City to chat with Crispi about the release. Made up of Simon Capp (Rhythm Pigs, Blue Ruin), Dave Reid (Speedway, The Likely Lads) and Peter Cave (Negatives, Raconteurs), the new album was recorded and produced by Phill Calvert (The Boys Next Door/The Birthday Party, Psychedelic Furs, Blue Ruin). Tune in to hear their new music.