Interviews

Deciding to take an old school approach and record live to tape using vintage microphones and guitars to capture a set of heart-felt songs, Irish-born, now Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Mark Sinton is readying himself to release his latest EP 'Live at Headgap Sessions.' Mark joins Crisp to talk about the EP and its launch at the Merri Creek Tavern on October 13.

Now in their 25th year together, Rocket Science are set to release their sixth full length album 'Push Play,' and sources close to the band say it's their best album yet! Conceived and nurtured in Naarm during the long dark nights of lockdown, ‘Push Play’reveals the many faces of Rocket Science's myriad of influences; musical, social, sartorial,and chemical. Roman and Kit call in to Radio City to speak about the album and its launch tour.

K Mac is the originals project of Australian cellist Kathryn McKee. Weaving cello, violin, synths, beats and vocals into lush, cinematic soundscapes, Kathryn brings her arresting show to the Melbourne Fringe Festival. Performing in the unique setting of Science work's Planetarium, which features 16m domed ceilings, reclining seats, a 7.1 surround sound system and full-dome video projection. Kathryn calls by State of The Art to talk about this performance happening on October 21.

Vocalist for US deathcore band Carnifex, Scott Ian Lewis talks to Ryan about their upcoming 9th album 'Necromanteum,' paying respects to the late Trevor Strnad (The Black Dahlia Murder), how the reception to their 2022 Australian tour was and their upcoming touring plans.

Vocalist for Brisbane metalcore band Revoid, Dale Dudeson speaks to Ryan about their latest single 'Blood Petals,' their upcoming East Coast tour with The Motion Below and Ghost Complex and how their sophomore EP is taking form.

Just before going on stage at Croxton Bandroom on September 9th, Napalm Death's bassist and longest serving member Shane Embury made time for a chat with Kene Lightfoot about his musical journey in metal and hardcore, his love for dark electronica, the toll of touring, and his new book. Tune in to Burning Bitumen to hear this fascinating conversation.

DIY electronic post-punk-darkwave-gothrave-shoegazers USER are launching their new single '2 WAY RADIO,' a dance floor hit that takes on memories, spies, dirty waiters and the careless ghost speed. Lisa and Frank stop by Pojama People to talk about the single and its launch at the Fitzroy Pinnacle on October 14.

One of the most energetic blues, funky rock outfits on the planet with the craziest wild energy on stage, The Dead Amigos are launching their long awaited album ‘Denim Egos’ before they jet off to Europe to play Hard Rock Hell. Tune in to Pojama People to hear the band talk about the album and its launch at the Bergy Bandroom on October 13.

If there is a Melbourne sound, one that permeates the sticky carpeted beer barns of the inner suburbs, then teen rock ‘n’ roll soldiers Persecution Blues embody it on their debut album Done Me Dirty.' Tune in to Firewater at 6pm to hear Claire talk to the band about the album and its launch at the Last Chance Rock and Roll bar on November 1.

Experimental indie folk collective Mouseatouille bring their unique brand of DIY chamber pop to the Curtin for the second year in a row to celebrate their 2nd birthday and Friday 13th. The dectet join Jordan in the studio to chat about the second edition of their covers gig at the Curtin taking place October 13

Sweet Mama is an intergalactic cabaret created and performed by Candy Bowers. Following a Super-Shero on an epic quest to change her destiny, Sweet Mama is predestined to fight for her future and future generations. Armed with ancient knowledge, intergalactic technology, killer vocals and dance moves, she embarks on the greatest battle of her life; to beat the monster from inside her mother’s body. Candy talks to MzRizk about the play happening at The Drum Dandenong October 20 - 21.

Melbourne-born country-folk troubadour Les Thomas is readying himself to release his latest album 'All My Friends are Superstars.' Described as a celebration and musical love letter to the rich community that encompasses Naarm/Melbourne, it is a testament to his songwriting prowess and his commitment to crafting beautiful and inspiring songs. Les stops by 5ft High & Rising for a chat about the album and its launch at Wesley Ann on October 29.

The Peach State country-rockers from Athens, Georgia, The Pink Stones will be heading down under for their first ever Australian tour with their new album 'You Know Who.' Vocalist and guitarist Hunter Pinkston calls in to 5ft High & Rising to talk to Myles and the tour and performance at Out On The Weekend next Saturday 14 October.

For over two decades, Willie Watson has made modern folk music rooted in older traditions. Most known as one part of the classic Old Crow Medicine Show, Willie brings his solo troubadour country sounds to the Out On The Weekend stage on October 14. Tune in to 5ft High & Rising to hear Myles' conversation with Willie.

Melboune's Trip Hazard Sound System stops by for a guest mix and to talk to Jonny about Naarm's ever growing sound System culture and its influences/output.

Melbourne's rock n' roll kings The Casanovas release their fifth album, Backseat Rhythms. Mixed by legendary producer Ron Nevison, the album is a pure distillation of the riff-heavy and melodic '70s hard rock that they love and is the first to feature new drummer Brett "Wolfe" Wolfenden. Brett and Damo join Phil to talk about the album and its launch at the Espy on October 13.

Dynamic duo of raucous rock' n roll mayhem from Oakland, CA, Cut-Rate Druggist call by Sunglasses After Dark to chat about their debut 7'' vinyl single, Tragedy, available via Fantastic Mess Records, and their Melbourne shows at The Last Chance Rock' n' Roll Bar on October 7 and the Gem Bar on October 8.

Making her debut in Australia for the first time this October, bassist and songwriter Melissa Carpe brings her good ol’ fashioned ramblin’ style to Out On The Weekend. Tune in to Swinging Doors to hear Melissa speak to Ernie about her performance at this year's Out On The Weekend as well as her other shows around Melbourne.

Songwriter Nat Vazer joins Crispi on Radio City to talk about her sophomore album 'Strange Adrenaline' and an in-store performance at Rocksteady Records on October 6 as part of her indie record tour.

To help celebrate The Huxton Creepers' 40th anniversary, they have asked friends from back in the day, Charles Jenkins and Ups & Downs, to join the festivities. Ups And Downs call in to Radio City ahead of the show at the Corner on October 7.