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'BLAK N BLUES' is a conversation in blues music, art and poetry. Created by Wiradjuri man Uncle Glenn Loughrey and internationally awarded blues guitarist Fiona Boyes, it brings together two enduring oral traditions - First Nations storytelling and the deep blues. Ahead of the show, Helen catches up with Fiona about the event, which will take place at Wheat, Wine and Whisky from October 13 - 18.

Winners of the MBAS Blues Challenge, Paulie Bignell and the Thornbury Two will be representing Australia at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2027. In the beginning, Paulie carved out a reputation with his guitar, but now it’s his voice and songwriting that continually carries his solo output. Nonetheless, the guitar is still an integral part of what he does and is. Tune in this morning as Helen Jennings catches up with Paulie Bignell.

This September 23rd will mark 30 years to the day when Magic Dirt’s acclaimed debut album Friends In Danger was released in Australia back in 1996 To celebrate this significant milestone and to talk about its legacy, we will have none other than honorary guest Adalita Srsen. Also joining will be current bass player, and long-time friend of the band, Steve Patrick.

A third '-TOPIA' will unfold across three realms of sound, vision and movement at the Abbotsford Convent on October 10. A multidisciplinary meditation on existence and what lies beyond, the lineup includes Fare Evader, Gut Health, Jack Gaby and many more. Benji and Alana from Tessellate Club join Milo on The Breakfast Spread for a round of Musical Chairs, tune in to hear songs from the artists that will be playing at '-TOPIA'.

Singer/songwriter and cellist Alice Hurwood creates charming folk-pop that shimmers with emotional depth. Writing songs that navigate love, longing, and self-discovery, Alice invites listeners into a world that feels both delicate and powerful. With her cello in hand, Alice Hurwood joins Lauren Plant on Down By The River to perform a couple of songs live to air, ahead of her show at River Folk Festival from October 2 - 4.

'This Parallel Dimension' is Dan Flynn's new album featuring his two sons, Sebastian Flynn on bass guitar and Euca Flynn on drums. While it's a proud dad moment, the record is a collection of some of Dan's most compelling work, propelled by a combination of masterful songwriting and youthful abandon. Crispi catches up with Dan on Radio City ahead of his album launch at Cross Street Music Hall in Brunswick on October 4.

Coming into Fang It! this Thursday for a stripped back live performance is local surf punk group Máquina Peligrosa. Translating to 'dangerous machine' in Spanish, Máquina Peligrosa are taking their raw, sweat-drenched energy and swagger to The Bergy Bandroom with Plaster of Paris, Pussy Horse and Hot Milk Machine on September 27. Tune in to hear about their new single, 'Intro Venus'. 

This morning on the Ports Of Paradise, Paul Bender (bassist and producer from Hiatus Kaiyote) will be dropping by to chat with Palmtree Paddy about his studio-based instrumental project The Sweet Enoughs. In 2020, The Sweet Enoughs released their first album of easy listening cinematic exotica called 'Marshmallow'. Tune in as they discuss their sophomore album 'Another Helping of The Sweet Enoughs'.