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Meena Shamaly
Thu 17 Sep 2026 02:00
on Game Jams
'High Score' returns in 2026 for its landmark 10th edition, bringing leading figures from across music, sound design and video game development to Melbourne for two days exploring the creative and technical possibilities of game audio. This year, the conference is curated by the ABC's 'Game Show' host Meena Shamaly. Meena joins Matt on Game Jams to chat about what we can expect from this year's milestone edition of 'High Score', what talks he's excited about, and more.
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Kent Ross
Thu 17 Sep 2026 02:00
on Game Jams
Musical director Kent Ross is a composer and chief conductor of the Casey Philharmonic Orchestra. On October 10, the orchestra will be presenting 'Level Up! Orchestral Game Music' at Bunjil Place, featuring music from beloved titles such as God of War, Skyrim, Assassin's Creed, The Legend of Zelda, as well as several Australian-developed games, including Bones: Wandering Soul and Copycat. Kent joins Matt on Game Jams to chat about this performance, and the games that will be featured.
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Simona Castricum
Thu 17 Sep 2026 08:00
This morning on the show, Milo Eastwood will be joined by artist, producer and DJ, Simona Castricum. Her new post-punk/dream-pop album 'Villain' steps into the next hours of the future in times that demand ongoing, intimate, relational revolution. With multiple award nominations to her name, Simona is a defining voice in mapping queer relationships across utopian and dystopian urban landscapes. Listen in from 8am to hear her edition of Musical Chairs.
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Homebru
Thu 17 Sep 2026 10:00
Siblings from Lutruwita/Tasmania, Homebru are known for their intricate compositions that ebb and flow through driving rhythms and infectious spirit. Drawing inspiration from Celtic traditional music, they create a blend of contemporary and traditional folk that is vibrant, whimsical, and bold. This morning on Down By The River, Lauren Plant catches up with the four-piece band to chat about playing at The River Folk Festival, which is happening in Warburton from October 2 - 4.
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Grace Mitchell
Thu 17 Sep 2026 14:00
on Radio City
'Daughter of The King' is the debut album from local artist Grace Mitchell, bringing together her unmistakable songwriting with a raw, guitar-heavy sound steeped in the grit and melodicism of ’90s alternative and grunge rock. With a special hometown launch at Shotkickers on Friday September 18, Crispi catches up with Grace on Radio City. Tune in to hear Grace chat about the new record.
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Mortal Sin
Thu 17 Sep 2026 22:00
Thrash metal band from the 80s, Mortal Sin are back together after a 15-year hiatus. To celebrate their 40th anniversary, Kene will be catching up with front man Matt Maurer to chat about the band's journey. Mortal Sin have had a big influence on the global metal scene, and even opened for Metallica in their early years. Tune in after 10pm to hear from Matt Maurer of the Sydney based group.
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Party Dozen
Fri 18 Sep 2026 08:00
Stopping by The Breakfast Spread this morning while they’re in town is improvisational drum and saxophone duo Party Dozen. Having just announced their upcoming fifth album '21 Bum Salute', they've also just dropped a new single called 'Euro Stomper', which casts the band as chaotic charlatans in a comical critique of the demagogues and grifters who wield outsized influence by manufacturing belief. Tune in to hear a hand-picked selection of party tunes from Party Dozen.
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Tour-Maubourg
Fri 18 Sep 2026 22:00
French-Belgian producer Tour-Maubourg will be bringing his blend of soulful house, acid jazz and trip-hop to Australia for the very first time. Over the past few years, Tour-Maubourg has established himself as one of Europe's most exciting electronic artists, captivating audiences with his warm, groove-driven productions and emotionally rich live sets. Tune in to Audio Vitamins for an interview and guest mix from Tour-Maubourg, ahead of his show at The Night Cat on October 17.
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Les Thomas
Sat 19 Sep 2026 08:00
An early evening of storytelling, protest, tenderness and Australian folk and Americana music will be happening at Northcote Social Club on Sunday September 20, as Les Thomas launches his new album 'I Remember Everything'. Backed by a full band, 'I Remember Everything' moves between intimate ballads, hard-won protest songs and moments of humour, humanity and defiance. Ahead of the show, Les brings his warm baritone voice to 5ft High and Rising for an interview with Myles.
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28 Days
Tue 22 Sep 2026 22:00
Damian Gardiner, bassist for Naarm punk/hardcore/hip hop outfit 28 Days will be joining Ryan on Tyrannocoreus tonight. Celebrating 30 years of 28 Days, the band are about to embark on a regional tour after their sold out shows across major Australian cities. Tune in after 10pm for a deep dive into the band's history, and to hear about their upcoming performance at Froth and Fury Festival in January.
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Vault Hill
Tue 22 Sep 2026 22:00
Stopping by Tyrannocoreus tonight is local band Vault Hill, who produce heavy, thrash music laced with menacing, metal-core intensity. Guitarist Adro O'Brien will be discussing with Ryan the band's new EP 'Modern Way', how the band are navigating the new era split across the country, and what they'll be doing to celebrate the release. Tune in to hear the latest from Vault Hill.
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Fiona Boyes
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:15
'BLAK N BLUES' is a conversation in blues music, art and poetry. Created by Wiradjuri man Uncle Glenn Loughrey and internationally awarded blues guitarist Fiona Boyes, it brings together two enduring oral traditions - First Nations storytelling and the deep blues. Ahead of the show, Helen catches up with Fiona about the event, which will take place at Wheat, Wine and Whisky from October 13 - 18.
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Magic Dirt
Wed 23 Sep 2026 22:00
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.
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-TOPIA
Thu 24 Sep 2026 08:00
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'.
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Alice Hurwood
Thu 24 Sep 2026 10:00
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.
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Dan Flynn
Thu 24 Sep 2026 14:30
on Radio City
'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.
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Xylo Aria
Sat 26 Sep 2026 16:00
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.
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P.P. Rebel
Mon 28 Sep 2026 08:00
This morning on the show, Paris Rebel Richens will be dropping by to share with Claire Dickson her harmonium-led, spiritually inspired project, P.P. Rebel. Largely inspired by Paramahansa Yogananda’s spiritual classic 'Autobiography of a Yogi', Paris began studying the Self-Realization Fellowship teachings in 2020 before becoming a Kriya Yogi (Kriyaban) and disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda in 2021. Tune in to hear a round of Musical Chairs from Paris.
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Allysha Joy
Wed 30 Sep 2026 08:00
On September 25, Allysha Joy will be releasing her new single 'kiss it better'. Known for her solo work and as the front woman for 30/70, her husky soulful voice, formidable Fender Rhodes prowess and raw poeticism have garnered legions of attentive fans from all around the globe. Milo Eastwood catches up with Allysha Joy on The Breakfast Spread, tune in to hear about her latest music, and for a special, live in-studio performance.
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Pauline Bailey
Wed 30 Sep 2026 09:30
Locally based visual artist and author Pauline Bailey has got a new book coming out called 'Blues portrait Vol Six'. Recognised for her depictions of music venues, Pauline was awarded the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society’s Allan Stafford Award for Services to Blues Music. Tune in to hear about the book launch taking place at The Yorkshire Stingo on October 10, with live music from The Blow Out, Stingo’s resident house band, plus special guests from 3.30pm–9.30pm.
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Matthew “Whalebone” White
Wed 30 Sep 2026 10:15
Local blues harmonica player and educator Matthew “Whalebone” White has been immersed in the blues for more than 15 years. As one half of Wilson & White, a popular acoustic and electric blues duo known for their authentic juke-joint sound, Matthew performs classic Chicago blues and stomps at venues across Victoria, bringing that same raw feel-for-the-music directly into the workshop room. Tune in to hear about his upcoming harmonic workshop at LVK Music on October 18.
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Benny J Ward
Thu 1 Oct 2026 14:00
on Radio City
On the same day as his upstairs show at The Tote, Crispi will be catching up with Benny J Ward on Radio City. After years of playing in different bands and touring together, Benny J Ward and members of local garage-pop outfit Lava Fangs are uniting for a split 7" record. Drawing on a shared love of hook-heavy power pop, garage rock and underground guitar music, the split captures two artists whose paths have crossed countless times before finding their way onto the same record.
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Adalita
Thu 1 Oct 2026 19:00
on Junkyard
For its fifteenth anniversary, Adalita will be performing her self-titled album, which marked the beginning of her remarkable solo journey, at Theatre Royal in Castlemaine on September 18. Raw, intimate, and emotionally fearless, the album struck a deep chord with listeners and remains one of the most beloved and influential Australian releases of its time. Ahead of her show in Castlemaine, Michael Mulholland is joined by Adalita on Junkyard to chat about the record.
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The Village Square
Thu 8 Oct 2026 10:00
Back with a new cycle of whimsical stories and compositions, The Village Square will be heading to The Motley WhereHaus on October 17, as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival. Bringing together the captivating, madcap narration of Richard Piper and the creative chemistry of cellist Zoe Knighton and guitarist Robbie Melville, tune in this morning for some live contemporary folk tales filled with humour, longing, and beauty on Down By The River.
Past Interviews
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Bing & Ruth
Wed 26 Aug 2020 02:15
David Moore, the artist behind the ever-evolving project Bing & Ruth, chats to Cas on The Modernist about his recently released new meditative album 'Species', a work that explores the sonic possibilities of the Farfisa organ, aided only by a clarinet and double bass, and that was inspired by two recent loves of Moore’s: the desert and long-distance running.
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Zombeaches
Tue 25 Aug 2020 20:45
James from Mornington Peninsula band Zombeaches calls in to chat to Garageland about the band's recent live recording at the Moonah Arts Collective in Rye.
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California Girls
Tue 25 Aug 2020 15:45
Gus from California Girls calls in to chat about his brand new record 'Beat Boy' out on Dero Arcade.
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Adam Simmons
Sun 23 Aug 2020 19:00
Multi-instrumentalist Adam Simmons calls in to chat about the release of Zatoczka, a Tribute to Komeda by the Adam Simmons Creative Music Ensemble. Due for release on August 28 the album celebrates the work of Polish composer Krzysztof Komeda and features guest performances from iconic pianist Tony Gould and the ethereal voice of Deborah Kayser.
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Vasiliki Anastasiou
Sun 23 Aug 2020 17:00
Skypein in all the way from Cyprus, Vasiliki Anastasiou joins Roger in the Global Village to discuss the Amalgamation Project and a digital concert as part of the Melbourne Greek Fringe Festival.
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Surprise Chef
Fri 21 Aug 2020 15:30
Beginning the instrumental journey towards their upcoming album Daylight Savings, Coburg funksters Surprise Chef introduce their new single 'New Ferrari'. Band member and co-founder of College of Knowledge Records Lachlan Stuckey calls in on The Breakdown to play the new single and tell DJ Manchild all about it.
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Vanessa Worm
Thu 20 Aug 2020 08:00
Vanessa Worm plays Musical Chairs on The Breakfast Spread and chats to Milo about her new album 'VANESSA 77'
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Jamie McElhinney
Wed 19 Aug 2020 17:00
Lyndelle chats to Jamie McElhinney from the band Firetail about their new single out on Friday 14th August, called "Rainbow Room" featuring Emily Bennett.
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Jon Tjhia
Wed 19 Aug 2020 08:15
Liquid Architecture's Jon Tjhia joins Annika Priest on State of the Art to talk about Manus Recording Project Collective. Apart of 'Where are You Today 2020,' subscribers receive a text message with a new ten-minute audio recording every day for a month, beginning 1 August from men who were seeking asylum by boat, but were forcibly transferred transferred to Manus Island by the Australian government nearly seven years ago. Now, they are held in hotels or detention centres around Australia.
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Vintage Crop
Tue 18 Aug 2020 16:30
Jack Cherry from Vintage Crop joins Jordan to talk about their upcoming album, Serve To Serve Again.
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Sunfruits
Tue 18 Aug 2020 15:30
Winnie hops on the phone to chat to Jordan about the new Sunfruits single Mushroom Kingdom.
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IJALE
Mon 17 Aug 2020 16:00
on Homebrew
Maddy and Kurt chat with Australian/Nigerian artist IJALE about the release of his debut EP, Wildly Disparate Sounds.
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Kristin Berardi
Mon 17 Aug 2020 11:30
on Black Wax
2020 is the year of the vocalist at Wangaratta Festival's National Jazz Awards. Submissions are now open for high-level Australian vocalists aged 36 or younger. 2012 Voice winner Kirstin Berardi calls in Black Wax to tell Adam about the competition and the festival.
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Josh Kelly
Sun 16 Aug 2020 20:00
Winner of the 2019 Young Elder of Jazz Award, Josh Kelly rings into Dizzy Atmosphere to talk about the rebroadcast of his award winning piece, Displacement.
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Squid Nebula
Wed 12 Aug 2020 18:15
Amy from Melbourne soul-jazz group Squid Nebula chats to Lyndelle about her band's second EP ‘Connectivity’ before Lyndelle premieres their new single 'Electricity'
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Descend to Archeron
Tue 11 Aug 2020 22:00
South Australian death/black metal Descend to Archeron talk about their new EP & video clip ‘The Transience of Flesh.'
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Drew Gardner
Tue 11 Aug 2020 18:00
on Firewater
Drew Gardner front-man of the Nicoteenagers calls into Firewater to talk about their new track ‘Heart in a Hold.’
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Lazertits
Tue 11 Aug 2020 16:15
Lazertits ring in and chat about their new single Self Care.
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Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith
Mon 10 Aug 2020 18:00
on Headhunters
US synth alchemist Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith celebrates the release of her stunning new album 'The Mosaic of Transformation' with a special livestream premiere of the entire work on August 13. Tune in to Headhunters to hear her chat with Elle Young.
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Third Space
Mon 10 Aug 2020 02:00
Acclaimed Melbourne based experimental electronic producer Third Space calls in to discuss his second EP 'Sun In My Mouth’ released via Nice Setting label & treats listeners to an immersive hour-long guest mix.