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Last month, Claire Dickson caught up with Sharon Van Etten after her performance at Castlemaine’s Town Folk Festival with her new band, Sharon Van Etten and The Attachment Theory. The New Jersey musician, known for her heartfelt indie rock/pop songs, has entered a new era - writing and recording in full collaboration with her band for the first time, discovering the freedom that comes with letting go. Tune in to hear this exclusive Breakfast Spread interview with this incredible artist.

In Iran, women are forbidden from singing in public. Vocalist and composer Faravaz has confronted this law firsthand, criminalised simply for using her voice. After leaving Iran, she founded 'Right To Sing', an advocacy platform amplifying women’s vocal freedom across borders. Joining MzRizk to chat about her new record 'Azadi' - a fusion of pop and alternative sensibilities with bold, provocative lyricism - tune in to Boogie Beat Suite for a special, live performance from Faravaz.

This week on Pojama People, Chris Pearson catches up with local band SPAWN about their new album. Forged over nine years, SPAWN’s record 'Light Rite' is a radiant rite of transformation. From the heavy mire of stoner doom to the celestial expanse of psychedelic rock, this odyssey embodies raw authenticity and quiet humility. Tune in to hear about their show at The Tote on December 12. 

On December 13 at The Gem Bar in Collingwood, Seedy Jeezus will be playing their last show of the year, in a straight ahead, sweaty affair - just the way they like it. Six years in the making, their third studio album 'Damned to The Depths' came out July this year, delving deep into the human experience of death and mourning. Chris Pearson catches up with the band ahead of their show, tune in to hear from the local heavy psych rockers.

Armed with some of the heaviest riffs known to humankind, Dying Fetus has built a reputation for uncompromising integrity, with a slew of classic albums and a renewed surge of respect from a new generation. This December, they hit the road with 200 Stab Wounds who are forging their own brand of classic, gore-themed savagery for themselves and their like-minded brethren. Burning Bitumen catches up with the bands, tune in to hear about their upcoming show at Northcote Theatre on December 12.

Breathing fire, virtuosity and improvisation into blues, classic soul and roots originals, Checkerboard Lounge are playing at Memo Music Hall on December 12, with local band Opelousas. With a multi-award-winning, ARIA-nominated 2022 album ‘Sun Sessions’ and recent limited edition vinyl release ‘Live at Jazzlab’, Checkerboard are the very essence of a live music experience. Tune in from 9.30am as Helen Jennings catches up with front man, drummer and vocalist Carl Pannuzzo about the show.

Melbourne-based blues artist Dan Dinnen has teamed up with Anthony “Shorty” Shortte, one of the blues scene’s well-loved drummers and percussionists, to create their new album 'Jeff’s Shed'. Recorded with Jeff Lang, Shorty’s dynamic drum work fits Dan’s style like a well-worn glove. Joining Helen on Roots of Rhythm, tune in to hear about their new album.

Singing songs of hope, passion, love, and loss, Tracey Miller has spent nearly 40 years captivating audiences worldwide with her soulful voice. Her new album, 'Queen of the Creek', echoes the classic soul records of the ’60s and ’70s, showcasing a voice that cuts through with emotional depth and seasoned skill. Tune in to Boss Action as Miss Goldie catches up with Tracey following her Studio 5 Live performance.