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Shack-shakin’ trio who play rock ‘n’ roll inspired by wild rockabilly, Plastic Section are coming onto Twistin' Fever for a live performance of dirty garage rock and raw rhythm and blues. With Ben on guitar and vocals, Sue on drums and Pip on bass, the band has released four albums since forming in 2018. Tune in from 7pm to hear from the Melbourne based trio. 

'Hard Headed Woman' is the new album soon to be released by Nashville-based artist Margo Price. With a classic sound that is both familiar and daring, Margo's music is an infectious blend of Nashville country, Memphis soul, and Texas twang. Myles catches up with Margo to talk about the new album, touching on the inspiration behind the record and when we can next see Margo Price in Australia.

Naarm-based collective Cold Hands Warm Heart seeks to pay homage to nature by evoking it through experimental soundscapes - a fallen tree teeming with life, the swell of a river after rain. This is music that draws attention to deep time by inviting deep listening. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread with Claire Dickson for a special live performance featuring harp, vocals, and percussion from Genevieve and Esala, and to hear about the band's latest single, 'Mouth Mist'.

Experience a poignant collection of reimagined ballads as award-winning jazz singer Michelle Nicolle and acclaimed composer Paul Grabowsky perform their debut collaborative album, 'Noir'. Unveiling the hidden poetry within beloved works by artists such as Frank Sinatra and Cole Porter, the duo transform familiar melodies into haunting explorations of longing, heartbreak, and unrequited love. Tune in as Adam catches up with Paul ahead of the show at the Melbourne Recital Centre on August 30.

In his new single 'Sacred Heart/Sama', Naarm trumpeter Marley Del Prete takes his free, spiritual jazz stylings across continents. Recorded alongside UK Jazz legend Nat Birchall, 'Sacred Heart/Sama' builds on Marley Del Prete’s unique, temporally unchained tone, and is intensified through Birchall’s singular sound and soulful saxophone. Joining Mike Gurrieri on Mystic Brew for a chat about his new record, Marley also shares details about his upcoming show at the Tramway Hotel on August 31.

Non-binary rap artist Jamaica Moana has just released her debut EP 'BUD & DENI' via Pointer Recordings. A tour de force of Māori and Samoan heritage, queer identity, love, grief, and unapologetic fierceness, Jamaica joins MzRizk to share her incredible story and music. Tune in to Boogie Beat Suite to hear MzRizk catch up with the Sydney-based musician.

From the indie noise of his debut album to the lo-fi, country-soul of his double LP 'Rooster', and the dark, stripped-back ballads of last year’s 'High Horse', Adam Hattaway has covered a lot of ground. His forthcoming album 'Hot Variety', brings all these elements together, recorded using a fully analog setup. Reuniting with his band The Haunters, Adam joins Underground Love to chat with David about the new release.

Known for their mind-expanding compositions and electrifying live performances, Earthless has built a cult following across the globe. Formed in 2001 in San Diego and citing Japanese psych bands like Blues Creation and Krautrock pioneers like Amon Düül II as early inspirations, Earthless has risen to the top of the hard rock/heavy psych scene. Chris Pearson catches up with the band, tunes in to hear about their upcoming show at The Curtain Hotel on September 12.