Interviews

Known for having one of the most unique, eclectic and historically significant collections of electronic instruments in the world, MESS aims to give its members access to make and record electronic music using its collection. Artistic director Byron Scullin talks to Ian about MESS's annual membership drive from October 29 to November 4.

Malindi Morris and Goran Gajić from Brisbane-based band East of West will have a chat in the Global Village in the lead-up to their concert at the Abbotsford Convent, supported by Saray Iluminado Femmes Trio on the afternoon of October 29.

Melbourne-based trio Acopia finds strength in fragility with their upcoming single 'Eyes Shut,' which they'll chat about and unveil on Tomorrowland when they drop in to PBS ahead of launching their eponymous new album in November. Tune in early afternoon on Friday to hear more.

Melbourne rock legend HOSS make their long awaited return to the St Kilda Bowls Club on October 27 to perform two sets alongside teen rockers Persecution Blues. Guitarist and vocalist Joel Silbersher joins Phil for a chat.

Powering out pop since forming in 2016, Perth's Rinehearts are about to release their second album 'Full Bloom.' Guitarist and vocalist Benny J Ward calls in to Radio City to talk about the album as well as their upcoming tour of Victoria, with shows at the Espy on October 26, the Eastern in Ballarat on October 27 and The Gem on October 28.

Uni Boys graduated with the highest power pop honours with their 2022 album 'Do It All Next Week' and now they are back with their follow-up 'Buy This Now!' recorded at The Lemon Twigs' studio in the East Williamsburg neighbourhood of Brooklyn. The album is full of songs of love and loneliness in the modern world, jangly guitars and west coast classic pop melodies. Chief guitarists and songwriters Noah Nash and Reza Martin caught up with Crispi for a chat about the album.

Marking his return to recording after 13 years, Australian rock legend Ross Wilson is launching his long-awaited 4-track EP ‘She’s Stuck On Facebook All The Time.’ Ross and guitarist Aaron Schembri call in to Roots of Rhythm to talk about the EP and its launch at Memo Music Hall on October 22.

Written by Keziah Warner and directed by Matthew Lutton, Hour of the Wolf is set in the fictional town of Hope Hill where audiences will be given opportunities to interact with the three interweaving stories that unravel a town’s folk legend about a mysterious wolf that visits once a year. Keziah is calls by State of the Art to talk about this interactive play happening at the Malthouse Theatre from October 19 to December 3.

Californian punk rock legends Lagwagon make their return to Australia in late October. Vocalist Joey Cape caught up with Ryan to talk about the tour, why they have constructed a "by request" setlist voted by the fans and thoughts on the retirement of their punk rock contemporaries, NOFX.

Vocalist for Sydney melodic hardcore band Bloom, Jono Hawkey catches up with Ryan to talk about their new single 'Bound To Your Whispers,' becoming the second Australian band to sign with Pure Noise (behind The Amity Affliction), and their upcoming shows supporting Thornhill and playing Good Things Festival.

Swedish stoner metal pioneers DOZER make their way back to Australia this November after almost two decades since their last tour. Ahead of their string of shows, they chat with Chris Pearson about touring, guitar riffs and other antics. Tune in to Pojama People on Tuesday night to hear more.

PSI PHI takes inspiration from the gods and monsters of 70s-era prog and classic rock and features Sam Cope on Hammond Organ (Blue King Brown, The Badloves), Ryan Monro on bass (The Cat Empire, The Meltdown) Kumar Shome on Guitar (The Punkawallahs, Ajak Kwai) and Will Hull-Brown on drums (The Cat Empire, Jackson Jackson). Tune in to Pojama People to hear this super group play a special set live in Studio 3 and talk about their gig at the Post Office Hotel on October 15.

Infamous front of Brothers Grim, James Grim, takes his Woodcutters project to the stage for a mesmerising once-a-year performance. Known for having a reputation for lyrical depth and charismatic performances, the Woodcutters stands as further testament to his captivating artistry and song writing prowess. James speaks to Claire about his performance at The Brunswick Ballroom on October 22.

Frontwoman Krystal Maynard of local post-punk outfit Screensaver drops by Underground Love ahead of the release of their second album Decent Shapes, out through Poison City and Upset The Rhythm.

Tuesday mid-morning king of the jazz/electronica nexus, Mike Gurrieri, rolls in a bit earlier than usual to chat with Milo ahead of his Super Saturday event for The Eighty-Six at Northcote Social Club. Tune in to Brekky on Tuesday morning to hear about this before Mike jumps on mic at 9am for Mystic Brew as per bloody usual.

For more than 40 years, Eugene Chadbourne has been a revered improvisationalist and prolific recording artist, whether it's with rock-revisionist trio Shockabilly, or one of countless collaborations with some of punk and jazz's biggest names. After a lengthy hiatus, Eugene returns to Australia for a series of shows. Eugene catches up with Paul on Ear of the Behear. Listen in from midnight to hear their conversation.

Inward Goods Festival is a music and arts festival bringing together local and Naarm-based artists to showcase our creative landscape in the foothills of the Mooranappa Forest held on the land of the Gunaikurnai nation. Sydney-based DJ, producer and visual artist Ayebatonye joins Elle on Headhunters to talk about Inward Goods Festival and their performance.

Wild Gloriosa is the brainchild of Geelong native Gloria Ragesh and takes her name from Tamil Nadu’s state flower Gloriosa (flame lily). Gloria calls in to Homebrew to talk about and perform her latest single.

Following high praise for her debut release on local label Nice Music in 2022, a stack of live performances with an ever evolving cast of players and a collaborative release with Simon J Karis, Isobel D'Cruz makes her next move as Hantu with her post-minimal work 'Zither Deluxe'. Tune in to Deeep Space on Monday morning to hear from Isobel about this complex and masterful recording.

Named the 2023 Ameripolitan Honky Tonk Female of the Year, Summer Dean has been steadily gaining momentum since the release of her break-out 2021 LP 'Bad Romantic.' Summer caught up with Myles ahead of landing in Melbourne for Out On The Weekend. Tune in to 5ft High & Rising to hear their conversation.