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Born in post-grunge Collingwood in late 1995, Augie March are celebrating 20 years of their platinum album 'Moo, You Bloody Choir' which saw the band gate-crash the mainstream party in 2006. Playing their third studio album in its entirety at The Croxton on April 9, the record features their hit, 'One Crowded Hour' which topped Triple J’s Hottest 100 at the time. Tune in to Radio City as Crispi catches up with vocalist/guitarist Glenn Richards while he's in town. 

Born in Japan and raised in Australia, OjiAji is a multifaceted artist whose music serves as a bridge between his dual identities and addresses the challenges of mental health within the context of his unique background. His 2021 album 'Irene' sold over 500 copies on vinyl, and was nominated for the 2022 Australian Music Prize. Stopping by Stone Love to play a couple of songs live to air, tune in to hear about his new album, which he'll be launching at the Railway Hotel on April 10.

Local singer-songwriter Kavisha Mazzella was born in the UK to Italian and Anglo-Burmese parents. She is about to launch her new album, 'There is a Field', recorded with Nicholas Lyon, and the title track is based on a Sufi poem by Rumi that she's set to music. Kavisha drops by the Global Village to chat with Roger about the album, tune in to hear some of her new music.

Joining Claire on The Breakfast Spread this Tuesday morning is Julia Mcfarlane and Thomas Kernot from Uriel's Bath (J Mcfarlanes Reality Guest/ Angel Wash). They just dropped their new, self-titled EP earlier this year, which splashes around with ambient, industrial and techno sounds. Bringing in a selection of tracks to share with Claire Dickson, tune in for a round of Musical Chairs.

Boasting a collection of high-calibre musicians with an impressive pedigree (The Cat Empire, The Badloves, Ajak Kwai), PSI PHI will be launching their debut album at Shotkickers on April 18. Drawing inspiration from the gatefold-era of 70s prog and psych rock hedonistic excess, PSI PHI evoke the gods and monsters of the golden age of rock with virtuosity and intensity. Members of the group stop by Pojama People, tune in to hear them chat with Chris Pearson about the upcoming show.

Honed by 57 years of experience playing local and international tours, having the honour of jamming onstage with the likes of Santana, Richie Blackmore (Deep Purple) and Ron Wood (Rolling Stones) to name a few, Kevin Borich is a force of musical nature. His latest album ‘Duets’, was met with rave reviews and shot swiftly to number one on the ARIA rock, blues and jazz charts. Ahead of his show at Memo Music Hall on April 16, Helen Jennings catches up with Kevin about his VIC and NSW tour. 

Composer, lyricist and writer behind 'STELLA: The Musical – the Miles Franklin story', Monique diMattina will be joining Helen Jennings on Roots of Rhythm to chat about her event at the Sorrento Writer's Festival, 'Words and Music: Let’s Sing! Why choirs matter'. As Ella Fitzgerald once said "The only thing better than singing is more singing" - Monique's session will be a celebration of words and music, happening on April 26 at Ellen Grant Hall. Tune in to hear more about the event.

Centred around the brother-sister partnership of Mira and Tori, Fade Evare rests on the push and pull of the siblings’ respective musical journeys, with Mira’s starry-eyed youthfulness playing off of Tori’s quietly assured and tasteful production. The tripwave trio have recently shared their new singles ‘Let It Go / Welcome Back' - the first release since their debut album. Tune in to hear about their show with Telenova at Forum Melbourne on May 2, and for a round of Musical Chairs with Milo.