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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.
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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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Mortem Solis
Thu 15 Jan 2026 22:15
Last year, Brazilian one-woman black metal band Mortem Solis released her debut album Hermetic, a seven-track journey of melancholy and deep introspection. Kene chats to Null, the woman behind this captivating project, to discuss the themes of her new record and how it fits in the Brazilian metal scene.
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Germ
Thu 15 Jan 2026 23:15
Tune in to Burning Bitumen to hear Kene chat with Tim from Australian post-black metal project Germ who are playing at home for the first time in a decade support Polish band Batushka's tour down under.
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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.
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In Studio
Aborted
Thu 22 Jan 2026 22:15
Ahead of their "Return to Prison Island Australian Tour" later this month, Belgian death metal band Aborted chat to Kene about their penchant for blending technicality with brutal, often horror-themed lyrics.
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Swallow the Sun
Thu 22 Jan 2026 23:15
Tune in to Burning Bitumen to hear Kene's conversation with Finnish melodic doom/death band Swallow the Sun about their first Australian tour, spiders and being kicked in the head by a Kangaroo.
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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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Patrick Mameli // Pestilence
Tue 15 Oct 2024 22:30
The sole constant member in Dutch death metal band Pestilence, Patrick Mameli chats to Kene about his band's first tour in almost 40 years. Tune in to Burning Bitumen to hear more about this influential band and how they continue to write new music while still celebrating their old material.
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In Studio
Eivør
Tue 15 Oct 2024 20:30
Faroese neofolk artist Eivør has been in the music scene since age 13. She has released over ten albums, has an impress display of awards, and is going on tour with experimental folk band Heilung. Tune into Pojama People for an exclusive catch up with Eivør.
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The Black Heart Death Cult
Tue 15 Oct 2024 20:30
Psych-rock band The Black Heart Death Cult are putting on their third ‘Cactus Cult’, a night of psychedelic underground sounds at Cactus Room this October 19. The band will be joined by Grinding Eyes and Night Rites. Tune into Pojama People as Chris chats with the band about this exploding fuzz & verb event.
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Pop Filter
Tue 15 Oct 2024 15:30
Snowy and Curtis from local jangle supergroup Pop Filter chat with Jordan in the studio, fresh off the release of their fourth album "Ray and Lorraine's".
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Laura Marling
Tue 15 Oct 2024 08:00
UK singer-songwriter Laura Marling crafts beautifully intricate folk music, with an angelic voice that effortlessly floats across her melodies. With two Grammy nominations to her name, her eighth studio album 'Patterns in Repeat' reflects on her experiences of motherhood, diving deep into the ideas and behaviors passed down through generations. Milo chats with Laura about her new album, soon to be released this Oct 25th.
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Sapphire Street
Mon 14 Oct 2024 15:15
on Homebrew
High-school buddies George Inglis and Luca Soprano make up Sapphire Street, an art/psych rock project with jazzy influences. Their fourth studio album ‘How To Bend’ is full of quirky, melodic surprises, and the band come in to play a Studio 3 live set, followed by a chat with Brooke about their upcoming show with Proto Moro at SPIT in Footscray.
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Herbie Hancock Re-Imagined
Mon 14 Oct 2024 11:00
on Black Wax
Next weekend jazz icon Herbie Hancock hits town for the 2024 Melbourne International Jazz Festival. In honour of the great man, Adam Rudegeair has assembled a bunch of Melbourne piano players to drop in to Black Wax and each perform their interpretation of a Hancock track. Expect the unexpected with live performances from Ryley Duncan, Selene Messinis, Aaron Evans, Jake Amy and Monique Dimattina.
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Laurence Pike
Mon 14 Oct 2024 10:00
on Deeep Space
Ambient music maker, percussionist and electronic musician Laurence Pike has been in the jazz scene for the past two decades. He’s toured the world with his band PVT, collaborated on many albums and soundtracks, and his new album ‘The Undreamt-Of Centre’ is being launched at Hope St. Radio this Oct 16th. Laurence comes into Deeep Space to chat with Lloyd about his upcoming show and release.
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Bumpy
Mon 14 Oct 2024 08:00
Naarm based, Noongar woman Bumpy is an incredible musical force. With a voice that ripples stars, she is an award-winning composer, Triple R presenter and will be performing at this year’s International Jazz Festival, premiering her new work Tooni, as well as sharing the stage with jazz legend Herbie Hancock. Tune into The Breakfast Spread as Bumpy comes in to share a soulful, live-to-air performance.
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Fergus Clark
Fri 11 Oct 2024 20:00
Co-founder of Glasgow record label 12th Isle and NTS Radio presenter Fergus Clark joins Penny on Passing Notes to chat about his passion for leftfield dance music.
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Felicity Cripps
Fri 11 Oct 2024 17:15
on Stone Love
Castlemaine based musician Felicity Cripps' recent album Chasing Volcanoes is a heartfelt offering, shimmering with nostalgia and psychedelic tinctures. The album follows a thread, searching for connection, both in this world and with the spiritual world. Ahead of a string of upcoming shows, including being on support for Olympia's headline show at Brunswick Ballroom on October 18th, Felicity chats with Richie 1250 and plays a couple of songs on Stone Love.
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In Studio
UMA DJ
Fri 11 Oct 2024 14:00
on Tomorrowland
NYC-based DJ, producer, and party-thrower UMA DJ is in town playing a string of shows. Ahead of a couple of shows at Whitehart Bar and Angel Music Bar this weekend, she drops in to play a guest mix on Tomorrowland.
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Nick Shoulders
Thu 10 Oct 2024 16:30
Making his way to Australian shores from Arkansas, USA, Nick Shoulders will grace Out On The Weekend with his eccentric, country music presence this weekend. ‘All Bad’ is the name of his latest album, and he drops by Swinging Doors to chat with Ernie about his new music, and his show at The Brunswick Ball Room with Margo Cilker this Oct 14.
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The Counterfeit
Thu 10 Oct 2024 16:00
Playing classic Spaghetti Western film music of the 1960’s and 70’s, most wanted band The Counterfeit are riding into the Night Cat this Oct 19 to play soundtracks that have been reimagined, rearranged and carefully re-orchestrated for the 10 piece line-up. Tune into Swinging Doors as Erine chats with the band ahead of their show, and about a new album they've nearly finished.
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Margo Cilker
Thu 10 Oct 2024 16:00
Country artist Margo Cilker is playing at Out On The Weekend this Saturday and Sunday, along with a special show with fellow American Nick Shoulders at The Brunswick Ballroom this Oct 14. Her sophomore album, 'Valley of Heart’s Delight', refers to her home and place she can't return: California’s Santa Clara Valley. Tune into Swinging Doors as Erine chats with Margo about her latest album, and her upcoming shows.
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Tracey Hogue// Girl Friday
Thu 10 Oct 2024 14:30
on Radio City
Calibre songwriting Girl Friday has a rich, jazz/folk infused sound that transports you to a different era. Her music evokes a sense of nostalgia and melancholy, tying it all together with her glossy vocals. Tune into Radio City as Crispi chats with Girl Friday about her new album which will be launched at The Lomond on Oct 12th.
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Xani Kolac
Thu 10 Oct 2024 13:30
on Radio City
Praised violinist, artist and songwriter Xani Kolac has released a new single ‘A Cups’. She’ll be performing her prog/ jazz/ rock music at The Tote on Oct 10 as she opens for The Seven Ups, as well as a debut performance at the International Jazz Festival this Oct 21, playing her new work 'Stamina' in quadraphonic sound. Tune into Radio City as Crispi chats with Xani about her upcoming performances.
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CD
Thu 10 Oct 2024 08:00
Naarm R&B artist CD has released her latest single ‘Ish You’. The track features warm nostalgia from female-led 90’s R&B artist, steering CD’s soulful sound into a new direction. Tune into the Breakfast Spread as CD drops by to chat with Milo about the latest single, and for a play on the Musical Chairs.
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When Pigs Fly
Wed 9 Oct 2024 18:15
When Pigs Fly is back for its third New Year’s Eve celebration with a lineup of 20 diverse acts across three stages at Collingwood Children’s Farm. Festival directors Liam Alexander and Benny Rausa chat to Lyndelle Wilkinson about the festival and how they're putting on yet another relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for music lovers to come together and celebrate in a natural, open-air setting. Tune in to The Afterglow to hear more.
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Trent Sterling // The Seven Ups
Wed 9 Oct 2024 17:30
Local band The Seven Ups are a melting pot of some very tasty flavours, from Funk to Spiritual Jazz, to Afrobeat and Psychedelia. Their new EP comes out this Sept 27, and the band will be playing a show at The Tote on Oct 10 with guests Xani and Brown Spirits. Guitarist and band leader Trent Sterling pops by The Afterglow to chat with Lyndelle about the upcoming event.