Interviews

After more than two years since performing in their home country, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard are back this December with two uniquely Melbourne shows. Night one will see the band perform with a 29-piece orchestra at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl on December 12, followed by a second night showcasing King Gizz in all their rock glory. Members of the band drop in to PBS to catch up with Milo, tune in to hear all about their latest and twenty-seventh studio album, 'Phantom Island'.

Tune in to Boss Action for an incredible, live acapella performance by The Bamboos vocalists, Lance Ferguson and Kylie Auldist. This year marks 25 years of the local funk and soul trailblazers, and to celebrate, they’re releasing a deluxe compilation, 'The Bamboos Best', and performing live at Northcote Theatre on September 20. From their raw, deep funk beginnings to their genre-defying evolution, tune in to hear how the last 25 years have shaped the group.

Melbourne’s three-guitar rock’n’roll power poppers The Prize have announced the imminent release of their debut album 'In The Red', out September 19 via Anti Fade Records. Since gaining global attention with their 2022 EP 'Wrong Side of Town', the band have also released a new single, 'From The Night'. Nadine Muller from the band stops by Radio City to chat with Crispi about the new album - the day before it drops.

After 14 years, The Vasco Era are back with their fourth album, 'I Don't Mind', and they’ll be bringing their intoxicating rock energy into Studio 5 Live. Comprised of brothers Sid (guitar and vocals) and Ted O’Neil (bass), along with lifelong friend Michael (drums, percussion, arrangements), the new album explores the driving force fans came to know and love, with wild, angular, ethereal moments juxtaposed against delicate, beautiful lightness. Tune in as Phil catches up with Ted.

Tune in to Stone Love this Friday for a dreamy live performance of kaleidoscopic folk music from Matty Groves. The band will join Richie 1250 to share their latest album, 'The Magical Speckled Band', a collection of songs written over the past several years, exploring themes of urban pressure, capitalism, reincarnation, and the contradictions of modern existence. Listen in to hear about Matty Groves' album launch at Cactus Room on September 26.

On September 19, Audio Vitamins is turning six! To celebrate, Jonny is bringing on Italian DJ and producer Raffaele Arcella. Related to the Periodica Records collective, Raffaele’s music blends cosmic sounds, proto house, jazz-funk, and electronica. Tune in as Jonny chats with Raffaele about his forthcoming material, career to date and the 'Naples' sound, followed by a high-energy guest mix.

Opa Bato! and Estudiantina of Melbourne will come together for a riotous evening at the Brunswick Ballroom on Saturday, September 27. Con Kalamaras from Estudiantina and Dušan Mitrović from Opa Bato! visit Global Village to share the story behind this vibrant overlap of frenetic Balkan brass music from Serbia, Macedonia, and beyond, with the local blend of Greek, Turkish, Jewish, and Armenian influences. Tune in to hear their spellbinding fusion of cultures and traditions.

Led by ARIA-nominated trumpeter-producer Reuben Lewis, I Hold The Lion’s Paw are popping in to Studio 5 Live to share with Stars In The Static listeners their twisted blend of funk, electro-grunge, and psychedelic jazz. Using the stage as a laboratory while practising post-production sorcery in real time, Greg will catch up with the band after their live performance. Tune in to hear about I Hold The Lion’s Paw third studio album, 'Potentially Interesting Jazz Music'.

'Telepathic Fish: Trawling The Early 90s Ambient Underground' recounts the seminal underground ambient party scene from South London. An album compilation of personal favourites that were played at the 'Telepathic Fish' parties during the 90s, the tracks are picked and arranged by David Vallade, Mario Aguera and DJ Food who combed their collections for key pieces they associate with the time. Tune in to Deeep Space as Lloyd catches up with UK DJ Kevin Foakes, aka DJ Food. 

A collective of women who love vinyl, Music Is The Massage are bringing their tunes and turntables to Dr Morse on Friday, September 26, for a night of good music and party vibes. They’ll be joined by JNETT and Lady Love Potion, with the evening kicking off from 4pm to 1am. Dropping into Headhunters, tune in to hear more about this Grand Final Eve party.

Ukrainian psych-prog band Stoned Jesus are bringing their seismic sound to Melbourne on October 4 as part of their XV Anniversary Tour, celebrating 15 years of shaping the stoner rock and doom metal scenes. Known for their thunderous riffs, introspective lyrics, and genre-defying albums, Stoned Jesus will be playing at The Leadbeater Hotel in Richmond. Chris Pearson catches up with the band, tune in to hear about their Australian debut.

Hailing from the USA, I Prevail have been crafting a blend of nu-metal, post-hardcore and heavy rock since 2013. They gained major attention with their debut EP 'Heart vs. Mind' in 2014, and have since released Gold and Platinum certified singles, with their work also earning Grammy recognition. Ryan catches up with  I Prevail vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe, tune in to hear about their new album 'Violent Nature' and their busy European tour schedule.

Having emerged from the fiery depths of Melbourne's underground metal scene, DREGG will be performing their debut album 'The Art of Everything' at Howler on September 27. Having quickly carved out a reputation for their uncompromising sound and electrifying live performances, they'll be joined by special guests Gravitate and Aurateque. Tune in as Ryan catches up with vocalist Christopher Mackertich, chatting about DREGG's recent signing with Fearless Records.

Ukulele-wielding comedy duo Sam Lohs and Rosie Burgess take ridiculous life suggestions and turn them into possibly average, but definitely harmonious songs, live on stage. This brand-new, fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants-if-you're-wearing-them show by The Tuck Shop Ladies will share stories, digressions, chaos, and at least one freshly minted potential banger by the end of the night. Kerryn Fields catches up with the duo ahead of their show at the Fringe Festival, running from October 8 - 12.

The project of French-American artist Milou Moon is launching her dreamy psych sophomore EP 'Rêverie' at Punters Club on October 11. Having just released the EP in her hometown of Chicago last month, Milou refines her distinctive brand of ethereal psych rock with expansive synthscapes, singular vocal melodies, and winding musical journeys. Tune in to Radio City as Crispi catches up with the musician about the launch, and her upcoming appearance at Hopkins Creek Festival on November 7 - 10.

Canadian group Sloan is that rare band whose ethos runs alongside its discography. From early gigs in a college basement to the present day, Sloan have released 13 albums - beginning with their early signature tune, 'Underwhelmed' - and are now set to drop their 14th record, 'Based on the Best Seller'. Crispi catches up with the power pop/indie rock band's bassist and vocalist Chris Murphy, tune in to Radio City to hear from one of Crispi's favourite bands.

Born in Patagonia, Argentina, with roots tracing back to the Indigenous Mapuche people, Elena Zaléz sings and dances tango. Since 2016, she has been based in Naarm/ Melbourne, where she teaches, dances, sings, and organises events. Stopping by the Global Village, tune in to hear about 'Gossip Tango': a tribute to women artists throughout history and a message of female liberation, expressed through music, dance, spoken word and theatre, taking place at Aces Bar on October 2.

Delivering Balkan-French inspired sounds to folk lovers internationally, MZAZA are preparing to take Melbourne audiences on an unforgettable theatrical journey with their Fringe show 'MZAZA: The Birth and Death of Stars'. Lead singer of the Meanjin/Brisbane-based band, Pauline Maudy, chats to Roger about the upcoming performances, taking place from October 1 - 5 at Trades Hall - ETU Ballroom in Carlton. Tune in to hear about their show, along with other matters cosmological and musical.

ARIA Award-winning saxophonist, composer, label director, and academic Jeremy Rose will be joining Greg on Stars In The Static this September 28. With a career spanning over 25 recordings as a leader and more than 150 original works, his current ensembles include The Vampires, The Earshift Orchestra, Vazesh, Visions of Nar, Project Infinity, and the Jeremy Rose Quartet. Tune in from 8pm to hear from the Sydney-based musician, who also holds a PhD in composition and ethnomusicology.

Listen in to Black Wax for a live performance from one of Melbourne’s most respected jazz identities, Steve Sedergreen, and acclaimed French chanteuse/vocalist Noria Letts. They'll be joining Adam to chat about their upcoming show at Bird's Basement on October 11, where the Steve Sedergreen Trio, along with special guests, will perform music by Gainsbourg, Michel Legrand, and Camille Bertault, through to Coltrane, Monk, and Brubeck. Tune in from 11.15 to hear this dazzling performance.

Presented by N0 R3PLY and Chuleo Club, CADENA is a four-day festival celebrating the creative excellence of the Latinx diaspora in Naarm/ Melbourne. Bringing together artists, writers, musicians, and performers, CADENA showcases the breadth and diversity of Latinx voices across artistic disciplines. Tune in to Headhunters as Tina Disco joins Elle to chat about the event.

Playing a unique mix of psych and doom, local band Oceanlord are dropping in to Pojama People to chat with Chris Pearson about the new music they've been working on. Bringing something new, something dark, and marking a new chapter for the band, tune in to hear about their upcoming show at the Leadbeater Hotel on September 4, where they’ll be performing alongside Stoned Jesus.