Interview
In Studio
Steph Strings
Thu 15 Jan 2026 10:00
Local musician Steph Strings is set to release her long-awaited debut album 'Feel Alive' in early 2026. Her new single, 'Devil Woman', showcases her intricate guitar work and emphatic lyricism, layered with driving beats, hazy textures and hypnotic melodies. Fresh off an extensive North American tour, she’ll be joining Lauren Plant on Down By The River to chat about the new record and play a couple of songs live-to-air. Tune in from 10am to hear from Steph Strings.
Interview
In Studio
Crime and the City Solution
Thu 15 Jan 2026 19:00
on Junkyard
Returning to their Australian origins for their first comprehensive tour in over a decade, rock group Crime and the City Solution are bringing their acclaimed sixth studio album, 'the killer', to the Brunswick Ballroom on January 24. Originally formed by Simon Bonney in 1977, the band released their new album in October 2023. Tune in to Junkyard as members of the band join Michael Mulholland for an interview, chatting about their career to date and what it’s like to be back where it all began.
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In Studio
Jadrah Tupai // Signature Choir
Sun 18 Jan 2026 10:00
One of New Zealand's leading vocal ensembles, the Signature Choir joins the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for a night of powerful storytelling on January 31. With more than 90 voices in harmony, performing gospel, classical, modern and traditional Pasifika music in a sound that is fresh, moving and unmistakably Pacific. Choir Co-Director Jadrah Tupai drops in to The Gospel Show to chat with Peter about this very special collaboration.
Interview
In Studio
Hydroplane
Mon 2 Feb 2026 08:00
Joining Claire Dickson for an intimate, live in-studio performance this February 2 is local atmospheric pop trio Hydroplane. Having released their new album, 'A Place In My Memory Is All I Have To Claim' late last year - their first music after more than two decades of radio silence - Andrew Withycombe, Kerrie Bolton, and Bart Cummings return to the gentle, close-quarters musical world they shared around the turn of the century. Tune in from 8am to hear this ambient, electronic performance.
Past Interviews
Interview
In Studio
Mosam Howieson
Fri 6 Sep 2024 20:00
Melbourne-based producer Mosam Howieson has built a sonic landscape, brimming with a potent confluence of retro-futurist sounds, genres, and textures. His EP 'Aphelion' falls between realms of percussive, deep techno and airy ambient —landing in a liminal, stunning, undefinable space. Tune in to Passing Notes as Mosam stops by to chat with Penny.
Interview
In Studio
Marco, Luca // Disco Mediterranea
Fri 6 Sep 2024 08:00
The collaboration project Disco Mediterranea connects culture, music, and lifestyle through the power of dance music. This Saturday at The Night Cat they’ll be putting on ‘Mediterraneo System’, a night of Italo disco, Balearic beats, world rhythms and 90s house music. Tune into The Breakfast Spread as Disco Mediterranea members Marco and Luca join Milo to spin some beats on the Wheels of Steel.
Interview
In Studio
Mick Harvey
Thu 5 Sep 2024 19:00
on Junkyard
Featuring an introspective blend of originals and covers as well as a translated reworking of Marlene Dietrich’s 1950s ode to Berlin, “A Suitcase in Berlin” (“Ich Hab’ Noch Einen Koffer in Berlin”), 'Five Ways to Say Goodbye' marks Mick Harvey’s ninth solo album. Tune in to Junkyard to hear Michael and Mick's conversation about the album.
Interview
In Studio
Charles Jenkins and Doug Lee Robertson // Icecream Hands
Thu 5 Sep 2024 14:30
on Radio City
Having spent time of late hunkered down in the countryside studio, Icecream Hands will emerge from the cold snap with a spring in their step for an afternoon extravaganza at George Lane featuring much-loved hits, plus a bevy of richly-layered, gloriously melodic new songs from their forthcoming album. Charles Jenkins and Doug Lee Robertson join Crispi in the studio to talk about the forthcoming album and show at George Lane on September 15.
Interview
In Studio
Luke Thomas // Central Rain
Thu 5 Sep 2024 14:00
on Radio City
Central Rain is the project of sing-songwriter Luke Thomas. His latest album ‘Paint Over Paint’ tells a tale of love and loss, family and forgotten friends, and the healing power of music. He stops by Radio City to chat with Crispi about the album launch, taking place at the Wesley Anne this September 26.
Interview
In Studio
Kirsty, Jonathan // Party Dozen
Thu 5 Sep 2024 08:00
Sydney band Party Dozen is the two-piece outfit making massive sounds. Kirsty plays and sings into her alto saxophone while Jonathan holds down the rhythm on drums, samplers, and percussion, together creating a sonic explosion of hardcore-jazz-psychedelic music. Tune into The Breakfast Spread as the duo joins Milo for Musical Chairs, hand picking a selection of songs that have inspired them over the years.
Interview
In Studio
Emmy Mack // RedHook
Thu 5 Sep 2024 02:00
on TNT
Sydney/Eora-based alt-rock powerhouse RedHook are supersizing the party at their biggest headline shows to date. In honour of their infectious new anthem 'Breaking Up With,' RedHook will be heading to capital cities right across Australia this August and September. Ahead of their Melbourne show at 170 Russell on September 6, Simon caught up with vocalist Emmy Mack. Tune in to TNT to hear their conversation.
Interview
In Studio
Nick Charles
Wed 4 Sep 2024 10:00
Encompassing a mix of blues, folk and ragtime jazz, Nick Charles is a fingerpicking guitar virtuoso. With an array of music awards from Port Fairy Folk Festival Artist of the Year (2014) to two time winner of the Australian Song Contest, Nick continues to write new music and share his vast depth of the guitar with his students. Tune in to Roots of Rhythm as Nick plays a live performance and chats with Helen about his new album ‘Further Down the Line’ out this September 11.
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Eddie Berg // Imminence
Wed 4 Sep 2024 00:00
Vocalist and violinist for Swedish metalcore band Imminence, Eddie Berg talks to Ryan about their new album 'The Black,' juggling his roles as lead vocalist and violinist in a heavy band and their first Australian tour as part of this year's Good Things Festival.
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Luke Taylor // Heartline
Wed 4 Sep 2024 00:00
Vocalist for Adelaide metalcore band Heartline, Luke Taylor chats to Ryan about their Australian tour with Silver Fang, new EP 'Pink Lemonade and the heavy music scene in South Australia.
Interview
In Studio
Emma Russack
Tue 3 Sep 2024 15:30
Acclaimed folk-pop artist Emma Russack has just released her sixth album 'About The Girl,' recorded with long-time collaborator John Lee. Tune in to hear her chat with Jordan about the record and perform live in the studio.
Interview
Phone
St. Vincent
Mon 2 Sep 2024 11:15
on Black Wax
St. Vincent (Annie Clark) is one of the most innovative and fascinating presences in modern music. As part of the Always Live Music Festival St. Vincent will return to Australia this November with the All Born Screaming Tour, her first set of live appearances down under since 2018 that will include a performance at St. Kilda's iconic Palais Theatre. Adam Rudegeair caught up with St. Vincent for a conversation about the tour and her extraordinary career. Tune in to Black Wax to hear more.
Interview
In Studio
Jon Hopkins
Mon 2 Sep 2024 09:15
on Deeep Space
By turns devotional, empowering and nurturing, Jon Hopkins’ new work, RITUAL, is a 41-minute electronic symphony built from cavernous subs, hypnotic drumming and transcendent melodic interplay. Tense, immersive and ultimately triumphant, it is a culmination of themes explored throughout his 22-year career, and acts as the kinetic counterpart to 2021’s Music For Psychedelic Therapy. Tune in on Monday morning to hear Jon's riveting conversation with Lloyd Briggs on Deeep Space.
Interview
In Studio
Marlon Williams
Mon 2 Sep 2024 08:00
Adored New Zealand singer-songwriter Marlon Williams joins a stellar line-up at Town Folk Festival, Victoria’s beloved single-day music event bringing local and international talent to Djaara/Castlemaine on November 16th. Marlon chats with Milo about the festival and plays a couple of songs live in-studio. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread to hear more.
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Jennifer Walshe
Sun 1 Sep 2024 22:00
Known for her innovative approach to contemporary music and her ability to blend various art forms, Irish composer, performer and multimedia artist Jennifer Walshe performs her 2017 work “Is It Cool To Try Hard Now?” as part of This Hideous Replica, a program of performances, talks, workshops, screenings and an exhibition happening across Naarm this August to September. Jennifer speaks to Ian about her performance at The Capitol on September 5.
Interview
In Studio
Vardos
Sun 1 Sep 2024 17:00
Led by Alana’s wild violin, Vardos is the Naarm-based, all-female trio playing lively folk music. On September 14, the trio are putting on a show to pay tribute to the rich legacy of Eastern European women musicians, honouring those who have inspired the eclectic sound of Vardos. Tune into Global Village for a dance-filled, live performance from the trio, and a chat with Roger about their upcoming show at the Melbourne Recital Centre
Interview
In Studio
Emily Wurramara
Sat 31 Aug 2024 19:00
ARIA-nominated, multi-award-winning lutruwita-based artist, activist, author and proud Warnindhilyagwa woman hailing from Groote Eylandt & Milyakburra/Bickerton Island Emily Wurramara shares her long-awaited second studio album NARA via ABC Music. Ahead of a string of national shows in November, including Queenscliff Music Festival, Emily stopped by PBS for an intimate conversation with Kerryn Fields. Tune in to Suzi Hutchings' Subway Sounds to hear the interview and a live song from Emily.
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Ripley Johnson // Rose City Band
Sat 31 Aug 2024 08:00
Led by guitarist and vocalist Ripley Johnson (Wooden Shjips, Moon Duo), country psychedelic rockers Rose City Band will grace Australian shores for the first time in October. Myles speaks to Ripley about their tour, Out On The Weekend and their latest album 'Garden Party.'
Interview
In Studio
Nick Ure
Fri 30 Aug 2024 13:00
on Tomorrowland
Label manager of Southern Exposure Records, Nick Ure joins Bridget Small on Tomorrowland for a guest mix.
Interview
In Studio
Sweet Talk
Thu 29 Aug 2024 15:00
Six-piece Melbourne band Sweet Talk has a passion for Americana music, classic songwriting, and improvised jams. Their single ‘Warm Love’ hit #44 on the CountryTown Hot 50 airplays, and their single ‘Real Good Cooking’ came out this May. Tune into Swinging Doors as the band stops by to spin some yarns with Ernie.