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Swearing an allegiance to always bring the ruckus, Intermood's blend of instrumental psychedelic jazz and high energy neo- disco has emerged out of sweaty sold out shows within Australia’s music capital. Coming into Tomorrowland, tune in to hear the band chat with Edd about their new danceable single 'Hypnagogic'.

Music Victoria has recently awarded DJ PGZ for the best DJ of the year, and it's well deserved with his curation of underground sounds and forward thinking Australian dance music. He'll be playing 'Upstairs at The Rochey' on Dec 20, the new music series at The Rochey in Fitzroy, but first he stops by Tomorrowland to spin some tunes with Edd Fisher. Tune in for your dose of Friday dance music.

Playing at Brunswick Ballroom as part of the album launch for La Descarga is Meanjin/ Brisbane-based DJ Paprika. To warm up Switched On this Saturday, Paprika will join Emma to spin a selection of spicy, latino tunes. Tune in to hear DJ Paprika on the decks.

Vibrant and colourful Afro-Latin-Australian band La Descarga will be bringing a lot of joy into PBS' Studio 5 on Nov 23. Their explosive performances of traditional Colombian music, blended with contemporary Australian sounds creates a party in the heart - which also translates to the name of their debut album 'Fiesta de Corazón'. Tune in to Switched On as Emma Peel is joined by the band for a Studio 5 live performance, followed by a chat with the 9 piece outfit.

Renowned for his deep affinity with rebetika (Greek Blues), Fotis Vergopoulos represents the new generation of Greek musicians. On his return visit to Melbourne, Fotis joins Roger on Global Village to talk about his music and to play some live tunes ahead of two concerts at the Brunswick Ballroom, joined by key figures from the local rebetika scene.

Australian National Academy of Music are presenting Sounds of Australia, a four-concert festival taking place at Abbotsford Convent from 28 – 30 Nov. It will be a celebration of chamber music, showcasing the many accomplished and vibrant composers this country has to offer. Artistic Director Paavali Jumppanen and composer Harry Sdrauilig come into The Sound Barrier to chat with Ian about the range of works the festival will embrace. Tune in from 10pm to hear this conversation.

Crafted in Melbourne's outer suburbs, 'Pepperpot Magic' is the debut album from dreamy folk singer-songwriter, Bec Sykes. Inspired during a time of intense personal development, the album reflects her religious upbringing and leaving an unhealthy relationship. She's been praised for her raw talent and soulful wisdom, which she brings into The Breakfast Spread. Tune in as Milo chats with Bec about her new album, and for an intimate live performance.

The iconic alternative scene stalwart (The Breeders, Pixies) Kim Deal is releasing her debut solo album 'Nobody Loves You More' on Nov 22. Having shaped the alternative rock sound of the early 90s, Kim continues to influence and inspire the globe. Claire catches up with Kim Deal about her new release, tune in to Firewater to hear this PBS exclusive interview.