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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.
Interview
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
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Phone
Troy Van Leeuwen // Queens of the Stone Age
Tue 6 Feb 2024 17:00
on Firewater
Queens of the Stone Age return to Australia for the first time since 2018 in support of their eighth studio album ‘The End Is Nero.’ Claire got to speak with guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen before the band kicks off their tour. Tune in to Firewater to hear their conversation.
Interview
In Studio
Sophie Hutchings
Tue 6 Feb 2024 08:00
Renowned pianist and composer Sophie Hutchings released her highly anticipated album, "A World Outside" late last year. Inspired by her transformative road trip through the NT, the album captures the essence of the vast and mystical landscapes of the territory with its spacious and hypnotic beauty. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread to hear Sophie chat with Milo ahead of her Recital Centre performance on February 16th.
Interview
In Studio
Squid Nebula
Mon 5 Feb 2024 11:00
on Black Wax
Having spent the better part of a decade lighting up dancefloors around Victoria, pairing cosmic groove with psychedelic disco, Squid Nebula have finally released their debut LP ‘From Here To You’ in 2023 via Northside Records. Now in 2024, the band are set to launch ‘From Here To You' at the Northcote Social Club this coming Thursday. Tune in to Black Wax to hear Squid Nebula play a couple of tunes and talk about the launch.
Interview
In Studio
IKSRE
Mon 5 Feb 2024 09:00
on Deeep Space
Vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer IKSRE joins Lloyd on Deeep Space for an in-studio performance of songs from her new album ‘Abundance’ and talk about its launch at Jazzlab on February 13.
Interview
In Studio
Rick Hart
Sat 3 Feb 2024 08:00
Melbourne's soulful alt country troubadour Rick Hart is readying himself for the launch of his long awaited third album 'In The Midnight Sky Alone.' Tune in to 5ft High & Rising to hear Rick catch up with Myles about the album and its launch at the Wesley Anne on February 4.
Interview
In Studio
Munir
Fri 2 Feb 2024 14:00
on Tomorrowland
Dropping in to PBS this Friday afternoon, Indonesian artist Munir chats to Firas on Tomorrowland about his various creative forays as DJ, producer, designer and founder of Peels Records & Bar, Bandung's premiere listening bar. Tune in from 1pm to also hear a special guest mix from this avid record collector.
Interview
In Studio
Ferndrop
Fri 2 Feb 2024 02:00
on Always Open
Melbourne-based vaporwave artist Ferndrop swings by Always Open to chat about DJ sets in an online game and the surprising aquatic influence behind her Melton Waves album.
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Phone
TORRES
Thu 1 Feb 2024 19:00
on Junkyard
Recorded in September and October 2022 at Stadium Heights Sound in Durham, North Carolina, 'What an enormous room' is the sixth studio album by alt-rocker TORRES. Michael caught up with TORRES about the album. Tune in to Junkyard to hear their conversation.
Interview
In Studio
Lachlan Bryan // The Pleasures
Thu 1 Feb 2024 15:00
Formed in 2021 as a collaboration by Australian country music icons Catherine Britt and Lachlan Bryan, The Pleasures continue to capture the hearts of audiences with their masterclasses in on-stage chemistry. Lachlan calls by Swinging Doors for a couple of tunes and tells listeners about their gig at George Lane later that evening.
Interview
In Studio
Gareth Skinner
Thu 1 Feb 2024 14:00
on Radio City
Gareth Skinner has a very colourful musical history, playing in some of the 90s most ‘out there’ acts (Bzark/Ergot Derivative) as well as being a guest musician for some ARIA topping albums. In recent years, Gareth has been a full-time member of The Sand Pebbles as well as developing his own music, resulting in Gareth’s debut band album 'Off // Axis.' Tune in to Radio City from 2pm as Gareth joins Crispi to talk about the album and its launch at The Last Chance Rock n Roll Bar on February 3.
Interview
In Studio
Burning B3 Hammond Trio
Wed 31 Jan 2024 14:00
From blazing jump blues to sizzling slow blues and in between, the Burning B3 Trio is the combination of Liam Kealy's Hammond B3 organ, Sammy Owen's Stratocaster and Tony Martin's drums that form a true traditional blues Hammond trio, in every sense. This week the trio drop in to play an intimate in-studio live session with Tom Sianidis on Jumpin' the Blues.
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Andrea Robertson
Wed 31 Jan 2024 10:15
Americana On The Bellarine boutique music fest is back in 2024. This year’s event will be held at twilight on the rolling hills of the Bellarine at The Potato Shed’s outdoor stage in Drysdale. Andrea Robertson calls in to Roots of Rhythm to talk about this year's line-up.
Interview
In Studio
Sean Daly // Antiskeptic
Wed 31 Jan 2024 00:30
Bassist and vocalist for Melbourne pop punk band Antiskeptic, Sean Daly joins Ryan and Michael 'Piky' White to talk about the band's Anti Vinyl Vinyl Club release 'Instincts' and plans for the year ahead.
Interview
In Studio
Michael 'Piky' White // Anti Vinyl Vinyl Club
Wed 31 Jan 2024 00:00
On this week's episode of Tyrannocoreus, Ryan is joined by Anti Vinyl Vinyl Club manager Michael 'Piky' White. Tune in from midnight to hear Michael's banging selection.
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Erik 'Smelly' Sandin // NOFX
Wed 31 Jan 2024 00:00
Drummer for legendary Los Angeles punk rock band NOFX, Erik 'Smelly' Sandin talks to Ryan about their final Australian tour, what listeners can expect from upcoming unreleased NOFX material and plans for retirement once the 40 Years, 40 Cities, 40 Songs tour wraps up.
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Ryan // Shatter Brain
Tue 30 Jan 2024 22:00
Drummer of South Australian death/thrash sludgesters Shatter Brain, Ryan joins Kene on Burning Bitumen to talk about their 'world tour of Melbourne,' hooking up with a heap of Melbourne's seediest bar flies, and causing havoc and damage in their wake.
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Guillermo Izquierdo // Angelus Apatrida
Tue 30 Jan 2024 22:00
Guitarist from Spanish thrashers Angelus Apatrida, Guillermo Izquierdo talks to Kene about the forthcoming Australian tour, Spain's metal scene, their last Australian tour, how hard it is to put together a set now with eight albums to choose from.
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Phone
Lucifer
Tue 30 Jan 2024 20:00
Swedish hard rockers Lucifer are about to release their latest album 'Lucifer V.' Tune in to Pojama People to hear Chris' conversation with the band.
Interview
In Studio
Dead Witch
Tue 30 Jan 2024 20:00
Dead Witch are five spell-casting friends from Sydney who have their own brand of sparkling psychedelia with undertones of rock & roll and garage revival. Tune in to Pojama People to hear them talk about their new single 'Sunshine' and show at Lullie Tavern on February 2.
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Phone
DEAD & K5
Tue 30 Jan 2024 17:00
on Firewater
Castlemaine-based duo DEAD have embarked on a typically absurd venture via a series of 9 split 7”s with bands they admire creating a box set and an album in the process. DEAD and K5 have teamed up for Vol. 5 in the series. Tune in to Firewater as both bands join Claire about collaborating on their split 7".