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The word 'Exstasis' (Latin) refers to a state of being 'outside oneself', beyond normal consciousness. It describes a condition that is not self-enclosed, but instead exists 'outside itself' in relation to the world. This concert series aims to feature music that is somehow outside or beside itself, wrapping around the space and the audience. Resonant, longing, unfading, strange. Tune in as Ian catches up with Jessica Aszodi to chat about the series, kicking off on October 26 at Extrasensory.

On October 17, local soul artist WILSN releases her sophomore album 'Bloom', a classic soul record she’s always dreamt of making. Recorded live to tape at Hive Mind Recording in Brooklyn, NYC, her latest record channels the spirit and sound of late-60s soul, creating something both timeless and contemporary. Stopping by The Breakfast Spread, tune in to hear WILSN perform an acoustic, live performance for Claire Dickson.  

Rock-A-Bye Baby - PBS 106.7FM’s #1 kid friendly music event is taking place at the Hawthorn Arts Centre from 11am until midday on Wednesday October 22. This edition of Rock-A-Bye Baby will feature a live performance from looping sister duo Charlie Needs Braces, creating music inspired by landscapes and learning about their family. Back from a tour with The Teskey Brothers, Miri joins Claire on The Breakfast Spread the day before the Rock-A-Bye Baby show.

Tune in to Underground Love this week for a Studio 5 Live from UK band Powerplant. With a debut synth-punk album ‘People in the Sun’ that took the internet by storm in 2019, the band have come a long way from rocking in the bedroom to playing hard on the world stage, cementing their status with catchy music and striking art from its very beginning. Listen in from 3pm to hear this live performance, followed by an interview with Jordan.

‘The Apartment’ has just been released by indie rock-folk group Snowy Band, and is available exclusively on vinyl and as a Bandcamp download until November. Tune in to Underground Love as Snowy joins Jordan in the studio, with the guitar in hand, ahead of the launch show at Shopfront 740 on October 25, featuring Babyccino and Nat Pavlovic.

'Rain in Space' is the latest album from local three-piece Tarcutta, and they're coming in to Pojama People to perform their swirling space rock live. Expect to hear their analogue-only instruments, including a Hammond organ built in 1933, played in a way its makers probably never intended. Tune in as Brian Polli chats with Peter Barrett, Justin Buckley, and Justin Wheelahan about their upcoming show at The Old Bar on November 8.

Sin and Steel presents: 'Rising Death 4!' A celebration of Aussie death metal, the lineup features an array of acts, including Aeons Abyss, Pendle Hill, and The Incantus. Members of the bands will be dropping into Burning Bitumen to chat about the event, joined by Sarah from Sin and Steel. Tune in to hear about Rising Death 4, taking place at the Last Chance Rock and Roll Bar on November 15, along with an insight into Aeons Abyss’s new album 'Resurrection'.

Inspired by Karen Davitt's personal experience of her mother’s ageing journey, and the profound role music played in her wellbeing and happiness, 'Bring It Home' is an evening of surprises, music, and sing-alongs. Taking place in the 'Coolroom' at Castlemaine’s Northern Arts Hotel, Helen catches up with Karen Davitt, Boris Conley, Steve Grant, and Patrick Cronin. Tune in to hear about their upcoming show on October 24.