Interviews

Coming onto the show this morning is Michael Pollitt aka Mr Black & Blues. Inspired by a life changing experience; a broken neck which almost cost him his life, Michael Pollitt has been determined to fulfill the creative passion that burned within and share music to uplift and inspire from the darkest corner. Helen Jennings chats with him about his new album, along with his recent European tour. 

The Mountaingrass Festival organisers Suzanne and Dave Diprose will be coming onto Southern Style today to chat about the event and to play a couple of tunes live on the show. Held in Bright at the Bright Community Centre, Mountaingrass showcases some of the best bluegrass and old time musicians from Australasia and beyond with concerts, jam sessions and workshops. Tune in to find out more about the festival, which is taking place from November 13 - 15.

After a whirlwind year following the release of their sophomore record 'Again', The Belair Lip Bombs will be playing at Forum Melbourne on November 7, which will be their last show in a while before heading back into the studio. This morning on The Breakfast Spread, Milo will be joined by band members Maisie and Jimmy to chat about the busy year they've had, along with a round of Musical Chairs. Tune in to hear this special selection of tracks from The Belair Lip Bombs.

Sydney trio Sweetie carves feral, gothic post-punk into something sharp and political in their debut album 'Dogtooth'. Across the record, the trio draw on a wide range of references - from gothic Australian narratives, mythic archetypes and the slowrot of late capitalism - to craft a visceral portrait of what it means to be a woman in contemporary Australia. Ahead of their show at Thornbury Bowls on November 14, Crispi catches up with the band about their new release.

On Junkyard today, Russell Kilbey from The Crystal Set will be chatting with Lisa Gibbs about their Victoria tour in December, along with releasing their first album in 30 years. An indie rock band from Sydney, The Crystal Set formed in 1983 by Russell Kilbey (bass and lead vocals), Phillip Maher (guitar and vocals) and Davey Ray Moor (keyboards and vocals). Find out more about their show at Northcote Social Club on December 5, along with their new record 'Don't Peak Early'.

Formed in Norway in 1991, Enslaved was inspired by 'Demonaz' of Immortal after the Immortal demo track 'Enslaved in Rot'. After three consecutive albums with a stable line-up, the band has since then had a change up in band members. Tune in to Burning Bitumen tonight to hear from Enslaved drummer and vocalist Iver Sandøy, along with founding vocalist and bass player Grutal, chatting about their latest music.

Tune in for the second half of Burning Bitumen tonight as Kene catches up with Norwegian group Mortiis, ahead of their Melbourne show at the Croxton Bandroom on November 21. Having performed in Australia before as a solo one-man show, this time folks will be treated to the full Mortiis band line-up for the very first time, performing songs from 'The Smell Of Rain' album and other volumes of 'Dystopian Despair'. Find out more about their upcoming show alongside Nytt Land and Tir.

Born in Türkiye, Muharrem Aslan is a Sydney-based musician, bağlama virtuoso and music therapist. Fusing traditional Turkish folk with global influences, Muharrem Aslan bridges cultures through emotionally rich storytelling in both Turkish and English. Following his concert at Club Voltaire and ahead of his show at Open Space on December 5, Muharrem drops by the Global Village to talk about his music and play some songs live.

On November 15 at Church of All Nations in Carlton, the Forest Collective will present an evening of music that explores the tumults of love and heartbreak, celebrates new life and lives well-lived, and acknowledges the transformations of self over time. On The Sound Barrier tonight, Ian will chat with Evan J Lawson, the artistic director from the Forest Collective about their upcoming show 'To Love and Grief'.

Classically jazz-trained and internationally seasoned, Nefeli Fasouli blends Greek psychedelia, nostalgic folk textures and modern groove into a sound that feels both timeless and forward-leaning. Her music weaves bouzouki-tinged melodies with hypnotic rhythms, while her expressive vocals move effortlessly across Greek, Arabic and Turkish. From Athens to Australia, MzRizk is joined by Nefeli Fasouli on the program, chatting about her show at Northcote Social Club on November 14.

Ruby Fraser and Ingrid Saker from RUBY INGRID BAND will be stopping by Underground Love today to chat about their new single 'House of Cables', and for a powerhouse live performance in the studio. Hailing from Aotearoa, Ingrid is known for her bluesy punk rock group Ingrid and The Ministers, while Ruby is the lead vocalist and guitarist for The After and Leopard Print Aunt. Tune in after 4pm to hear about their upcoming show at Shotkickers on November 21, alongside Willie J 6v6s.

Melbourne-based trio Khan melds hazy psychedelia with heavy stoner riffs and a penchant for progressive rhythms and almost dirge-like crescendos. Tonight on Pojama People, Chris Pearson will catch up with the band about their 20-date European tour in September/October, along with their upcoming show at The Leadbeater Hotel on November 20. Tune in from 8.30pm to hear from Khan.

On the second half of Pojama People, Chris Pearson will be chatting with UK artist Steven Wilson. Releasing his ninth album 'Requiem for a Village' this November, the record narrows its focus to a tiny, unknown corner buried somewhere off map in the British Isles. The story that sits at the heart of Steven’s ninth album steps back from the modern world and ventures into the unfamiliar, settling in a village that exists beyond time and place. Tune in to hear more about Steven's new album.

Master of the mandolin, John Reischman is returning to Australia with his bluegrass band, The Jaybirds. Known as one of the very top mandolin players and composers since he played with the iconic Tony Rice Unit in the early 1980s, Grammy and International Bluegrass Music Awards winner John has produced eight acclaimed albums with The Jaybirds over three decades. Tune in for some live music from John Reischman and The Jaybirds, ahead of the show at Brunswick Ballroom that night.

Since 2018, Seth Mulder & Midnight Run has been on a mission to blend the roots of traditional bluegrass with the energy of modern performance, crafting a sound that is both deeply authentic and refreshingly original. With genuine songwriting, tasteful arrangements, and a knack for breathing new life into forgotten covers, the band resonates with both traditionalists and new audiences alike. Tune in to the second half of the show to hear a special live performance from the band. 


The latest single 'Casino Black' from Bitumen is a paranoid revenge fantasy about a woman who has had a chip put in her head by the government. Unfortunately for them, they’ve lost control of her. She’s figured out how to use the chip to win at casinos, turning their technology against them one roulette wheel at a time. Members from Bitumen come on to Bleeding Black Hearts Revue tonight, tune in to hear more about their new record 'Reality Red'. 

On November 14, the Sean Simmons Band, alongside the Simon Juliff Band will be heading down to the Merri Creek Tavern to put on a show. Both inspired by classic songwriting, underground pop hooks and fuzzed-up major chords, the night promises to give fans the Spring bounce they need. Ahead of the gig, Crispi catches up with Sean Simmons on Radio City. 

After an extensive tour across the UK and Europe, Kristin Hersh is back in the city to perform the songs from her new album 'Sugar On Blackstone'. Exploring life and death, enrichment and poverty, and the small but defining moments of childhood that continue to echo through adult life, the new record is deeply personal and emotionally expansive. Michael Mulholland catches up with Kristin on the show, chatting about the process and inspiration behind making her new album. 

Link Meanie - aka Link McLennan - has always been known for his love of pop, even when screaming his guts out and jumping around like a loon in The Meanies. His DIY pop project Bagful of Beez is releasing their new record 'In Parallax', which captures the group as a real live band for the first time. Before their album release show at The Bergy Bandroom on November 27, Crispi catches up with members from the band.