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At the John Curtin Hotel on October 24, Kilat will be returning home to launch their new album 'Tirai Niskala'. Across eight compositions, 'Tirai Niskala' is explored through visceral sonic landscapes, hyper blast beats, tremolo picked full spectrum guitar sonics and dense vocals, bringing atmosphere and invocation into collision with abrasive black metal. Kilat stops by Burning Bitumen to catch up with Kene. 

On Friday 9th October, the historic Thornbury Theatre will transform into a mid-century Latin jazz club with cabaret seating and Cuban cocktails. A dazzling 25-piece Afro Cuban orchestra will perform 3 sets of Stan Kenton's Latin hits, including his iconic "Cuban Fire Suite" adapted from the original manuscripts. Tune in to Ports of Paradise to hear musical director Andrew Mott tell Palmtree Paddy all about this spectacular event!

Nashville, USA group Lambchop have released their new album 'Punching The Clown', consisting of just vocals, backing vocals, banjo and guitar. On the one hand, it’s focused and stripped-back. On the other hand, it's incredibly rich and powerful. In the band's 33rd year, Myles catches up with frontman and song-writer Kurt Wagner about the new record.

Melbourne-based trio LIIT blends contemporary jazz with multi layered electronic soundscapes, shaping each performance through improvisation. Featuring Niran Dasika (trumpet, electronics), Lawrence Folvig (guitar, electronics), and Kyrie Anderson (drums), the group brings together a formidable list of individual accolades. LIIT join Greg Sher on the show to play some live music, and to chat about their new album 'River Walks Forest Talks'.

Neo-soul artist Greentea Peng is headed to Australia in November, stopping off at Forum Melbourne on November 17. Born in South London, Green Peng's work is guided by self-inquiry, shaped by the dualities she inhabits: pain and pleasure, engagement and withdrawal, expression and stillness. Her emotional literacy is transformed into a blend of neo-soul, dub and jazz, all draped in psychedelic textures. Elle Young catches up with Greentea Peng on Headhunters ahead of the tour. 

Standing Circle is the locally based contemporary ensemble led by composer, guitarist and instrument innovator, Larry Crestani. Known for his work with Black Jesus Experience and Mulatu Astatke, Standing Circle draws on deep grooves, jazz and improvisation, bringing together a constantly evolving mix of sounds and influences. Tune in to hear about the band's debut self-titled album launch at Wax Music Lounge on October 22. 

Naarm/Melbourne-via-Belgium indie artist Romanie is hitting the road in celebration of her sophomore album 'It's Not That Funny', which landed #14 in the AUS album ARIA charts and was nominated for the Australian Music Prize. Playing at Shedshaker in Castlemaine on October 25 then Northcote Social Club on November 27, each show will be a unique experience. Tune in to hear what this unique experience entails, along with an acoustic live song from Romanie. 

What started as late-night bar shifts and shared ideas amongst friends at Fremantle's Mojos Bar, GRUB has grown into a formidable musical force. Fronted by songwriter and lyricist Matilda Beales, GRUB's new single 'Shake It' is a frenetic plunge into GRUB's world, crashing together raw garage-punk energy with a dark-disco pulse. Claire Stuchbury catches up with Matilda on Firewater, tune in to hear about the band's self-titled debut album, which comes out October 9.