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This September 23rd will mark 30 years to the day when Magic Dirt’s acclaimed debut album Friends In Danger was released in Australia back in 1996 To celebrate this significant milestone and to talk about its legacy, we will have none other than honorary guest Adalita Srsen. Also joining will be current bass player, and long-time friend of the band, Steve Patrick.

A third '-TOPIA' will unfold across three realms of sound, vision and movement at the Abbotsford Convent on October 10. A multidisciplinary meditation on existence and what lies beyond, the lineup includes Fare Evader, Gut Health, Jack Gaby and many more. Benji and Alana from Tessellate Club join Milo on The Breakfast Spread for a round of Musical Chairs, tune in to hear songs from the artists that will be playing at '-TOPIA'.

Singer/songwriter and cellist Alice Hurwood creates charming folk-pop that shimmers with emotional depth. Writing songs that navigate love, longing, and self-discovery, Alice invites listeners into a world that feels both delicate and powerful. With her cello in hand, Alice Hurwood joins Lauren Plant on Down By The River to perform a couple of songs live to air, ahead of her show at River Folk Festival from October 2 - 4.

'This Parallel Dimension' is Dan Flynn's new album featuring his two sons, Sebastian Flynn on bass guitar and Euca Flynn on drums. While it's a proud dad moment, the record is a collection of some of Dan's most compelling work, propelled by a combination of masterful songwriting and youthful abandon. Crispi catches up with Dan on Radio City ahead of his album launch at Cross Street Music Hall in Brunswick on October 4.

Coming into Fang It! this Thursday for a stripped back live performance is local surf punk group Máquina Peligrosa. Translating to 'dangerous machine' in Spanish, Máquina Peligrosa are taking their raw, sweat-drenched energy and swagger to The Bergy Bandroom with Plaster of Paris, Pussy Horse and Hot Milk Machine on September 27. Tune in to hear about their new single, 'Intro Venus'. 

This morning on the Ports Of Paradise, Paul Bender (bassist and producer from Hiatus Kaiyote) will be dropping by to chat with Palmtree Paddy about his studio-based instrumental project The Sweet Enoughs. In 2020, The Sweet Enoughs released their first album of easy listening cinematic exotica called 'Marshmallow'. Tune in as they discuss their sophomore album 'Another Helping of The Sweet Enoughs'.

Local artist, producer and industry professional Xylo Aria will be stopping by Tiger Beats Elephant Grooves this weekend. Combining R&B, experimental and ambient tones to create a captivating soundscape, her musical journey sparked while accompanying her grandmother to classical Indian carnatic singing classes at the age of five. Tune in to hear about her new single 'About You', which features Eora/Sydney rapper Rotaris.

Tune in to Stars In The Static tonight for an intimate, live performance from local jazz guitarist and composer Matt Hoyne. His new album 'Furniture Music' comes out on October 6, and it's a collection of songs written specifically for listening at home on the stereo. Like well-designed furniture, this music is intended to provide comfort, offer respite from the busyness of everyday life, and elevate the experience of being at home. Listen in from 8pm to hear about Matt's new music.