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One of the defining figures in contemporary British jazz, Shabaka will be gracing Stars In The Static. His new solo album, 'Of The Earth' is written, performed, produced, and mixed entirely by Shabaka, marking a pivotal moment in the multi-instrumentalist’s artistic evolution. Establishing him as a singular instrumentalist-producer, the album synthesises the dance-driven propulsion of his groups Sons of Kemet and The Comet Is Coming. Tune in as Greg Sher interviews one of his musical heroes.

When the Bondi Cigars were first gigging around Sydney, late 1989, they moved in a blues circuit which had then been sparked into new life by the ‘blues revival’ of the mid-80’s, spearheaded by Robert Cray, Joe Louis Walker, Stevie Ray Vaughan and similar crusaders. True survivors – the Cigars have been battling on without ever compromising their distinctive, no nonsense style. Bringing their music to Brunswick Ballroom on March 21, Andy Merkel catches up with Alan ahead of the Naarm show.

After nine years, local band Private Function have confirmed their final show ever at LuliePalooza Festival on March 21. Known for their unrelenting live shows and unmatched irreverence, their latest 19-track LP '¯\_(ツ)_/¯’ captures everything fans have come to love about the band: catchy hooks, irreverent lyrics, and a family-friendly “bite me” attitude. Claire catches up with the band’s front man Chris Penney, tune in to hear how he’s feeling ahead of the band’s big finale.

On March 20, Faroese singer, composer and sonic alchemist Eivør Pálsdóttir will return to this part of the world with her first-ever headline tour. Playing at Northcote Theatre, Eivør will be joined by another distinctive voice from the Nordic music world, Norwegian composer and multi-instrumentalist Sylvaine. Tune in to hear Eivør chat with Chris Pearson about her full-scale live production, where she'll bring her signature blend of primal rhythms, folk mysticism, and cinematic grandeur.

Local rockers Moler are releasing their blistering new single 'Roky', lifted from their brand new album '69', which is the band’s second full-length release since their ARIA-nominated 1997 debut 'Golden Duck'. Ahead of their album launch at The Tote on March 21, Helen and JJ McCann stop by Pojama People to catch up with Chris Pearson. Listen in to hear tracks from their new record, which is packed with alternative textures and glam-leaning, post-punk energy.

British metalcore band Sylosis have just released their fiercely sophisticated yet defiantly uncompromising 11 track record, 'The New Flesh'. They’re about to embark on a tour across Europe, the UK and North America, with plans to return to Australia. Ryan catches up with Josh Middleton, the singer-songwriter for Sylosis, tune in to Tyrannocoreus to find out when we can next expect to see them in Melbourne.

Perth/ Boorloo-based band Vanta is carving their way with something unique in the melodeath space, an approach that fuses their influences with experimentation, storytelling, and a technical edge. Their new album 'Perpetual Selection’ is an emotional journey that offers catchy, melodic passages and ferocious moments with an engaging, atmospheric approach. Ahead of their album launch on March 27, Ryan catches up with Jesse Venus (bass) and Ferde Handojo (drums) from the band.

Coming into Roots of Rhythm for the monthly segment 'Wordy Gurdy', Jackey Coyle and Helen Jennings chat about exceptional music and writing, scouring the past 100 years for rare and excellent blues, jazz, country, and more. Tune in from 9am to hear them analyse the best of the best.