Interviews

Melbourne band Blackbirds FC play their own brand of alt-rock and country. They're gearing up to release their 3rd album very soon, but first they'll be sharing another single 'What's The Half-Life Of Loving You?' on Nov 22, followed by a launch at George Lane on Nov 29 with support from Meghan Maike. Tune into Radio City for a chat between Crispi and Blackbirds FC band member Jeremy.

Kiwi pianist and vocalist Louis TM is popping over to Naarm for a night of soul and R&B with flavours of Aotearoa sprinkled throughout the mix. PBS's Miss Goldie will be warming up the stage at Shotkickers on the 23 Nov, along with Fulton Street and Oscar LaDell. Tune into The Afterglow Radio Show as Louis pops in for some chats about the big night.

Melbourne double bassist Steve Purcell is the master mind behind swinging-jazz big band The Pearly Shells, and they'll be playing at the Jazzlab and Claypots very soon. Belmar recordings is the name of Steve’s label and recording studio, and he’s bringing in a collection of new Belmar recordings to share with Tom Sianidis. Tune into Jumpin' the Blues to hear the latest from Steve Purcell.

For over the last decade, Perth band Make Them Suffer have been killing it in the metalcore scene. Nov 8 is the date of their new self-title album release, which features a new lineup of musicians and 11 tracks of inventive ferocity. Guitarist and songwriter Nick McLernan joins Ryan on Tyrannocoreus, tune in as they chat about the new album and Nick's gym routines.

Sydney heavy-rock outfit RedHook are a four piece band lead by charismatic punk-star Emmy Mack. She lead the band to success with their debut LP 'Postcard From A Living Hell ‘ last year, and their new album ‘Mutation’ has fans anticipating for the release. Emmy comes in to Tyrannocoreus, tune in for a run down on the bands recent tour, and their plans for an album release party.

The Red is a new kangaroo zombie horror film directed by Ryan Coonan. Chatting about what inspired him to make the film to the cast and location, Ryan comes into Burning Bitumen to share with Kene how you go about making a zombie kangaroo.

Proudly Frankston band Nembutolik have been in the metal scene since 2022. ‘All Along the Frankston Line’ was their last LP release and the band are eager to be launching their new single into the universe at Singing Bird Studios on Nov 30. Listen in to Burning Bitumen as the band stop by to chat with Kene about the single release party, and when we can expect to hear a new album.

The new album from UK band Crippled Black Phoenix is about to be released. The psychedelic, space rock band have dropped ‘444’, a heavy prog-rock single with wolf sounds scattered throughout, clearly a teaser of what we can expect to hear from the new album ‘The Wolf Changes its Fur But Not its Nature’. Tune into Pojama People as Chris chats with CBP about their upcoming album release.

'Counterways' is the new album from alt-rock/ dream-pop band Arbes. Wrapped around front woman Jess Zanoni’s soulful, oracular voice and anchored by the earthbound brambles of prickly guitar and brushstroke percussion, the Naarm based four piece have spent five years recording the debut album. Post album launch at Grace Darling Hotel on Nov 16, the band come into Underground Love to chat with Jordan. Tune in to hear more from Arbes.

‘The Joys of Being Pure at Heart’ is the name of the soon to be released album from local artist Hachiku. She’s recently dropped a feel-good electric pop single called ‘Tell Your Friends You Love Them’, a song layered in bubbly synths which you can catch live at the Merri Creek Tavern throughout November. Listen in to Underground Love as Hachiku comes in to plays some live songs and for a chat with Jordan.

A powerhouse of raw yet modern soul is the sound of Sydney artist Cinta. She's currently on tour, stopping off at Strawberry Fields then popping over to Melbourne to play a double headline show with her buddy Ella Haber at The Evelyn Hotel on Nov 23. But first she'll drop by Mystic Brew to chat with Mike about her new album. Tune in to hear more.

Exploring the possibilities of combining the audio realm with the visual world is Precious Mess, the project of Nate and Reggie, together creating a fully immersive experience. They've written an album that has a canvas painting to accompany each of the 10 tracks, describing how 'each song is art and each song creates art'. Tune in as Lucas chats with the band about their album and for a unique live performance.

Ripe Hip Hop presents Miss Ripe, an all-female hip hop talent up taking place at Vineyard in St Kilda on Nov 22. Raising awareness for domestic violence against women, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Friends With Dignity. Viliani, Grace Chia, Candi, Tay Tantra and Punz are the powerful names on the line up, along with Mizhap and Petals808 DJing. Event founder Katija Burcul and artist Claira Vizzy come onto Hippopotamus rex, tune in as they chat with Ronan about the event.

Noriko Shakti is a multi-instrumentalist and DJ/producer renowned for her innovative fusion of tabla rhythms, traditional Japanese instruments, and bass-driven electronic music. Hailing from Tokyo, Noriko's musical journey led her to India, where she immersed herself in the study of the tabla and worked on various musical projects. On the eve of the release of her single "Echoes of the East", Pradip catches up with Noriko. Tune into Tiger Beats Elephant Grooves to hear more.

All-women 3-piece band The Miffs are playing at Luliepalooza this Saturday, bringing you the psych, surf and grunge rock you've been missing in your musical diet. Ahead of the Abbotsford festival, the band pop into Homebrew to chat with Brooke about their last, epic show for the year. Tune in to hear more.

Award winning British/Australian vocalist Hetty Kate is known for her clear tones, impeccable timing and witty humour. She has toured the world for almost two decades and is playing two different shows in Melbourne this month, one with her Quintet, Bass², a distinctive jazz ensemble playing at the Counts, and the second at Uptown Jazz Cafe where she'll be reimagining New Wave anthems through a jazz lens. Tune into Black Wax as Hetty stops by.

Complex guitar licks and interwoven narrative songwriting is the signature sound of Tasmanian-born musician Maeve Grieve. Think Joni Mitchell meets Radiohead. ‘Midnight Commute’ is the name of her upcoming EP, which Maeve will release at The Gaso on Nov 14. Brining in two acoustic guitars, she joins Milo on The Breakfast Spread for an intimate, stripped back live session.

Seeking out new ways of creating and connecting with music is Driftwood, the project of duo Aviva Endean and Nick Ashwood. Aviva on clarinets, Nick on acoustic guitar and both on organ, they are prominent figures in improvisation and experimental music with their respective instruments. Coming onto The Sound Barrier, tune in as Ian chats with Aviva and Nick about their upcoming, self-title debut album.

Paris based DJ and producer Toma Kami has been making serious waves in the electronic music scene for the past five years. He’s the head of MB Studio and is celebrated throughout Europe for his top-tier DJing skills. He’ll be bringing a night of bassy and percussive excellence to The Gasometer Hotel this Friday, with support from Emelyne B2B Della and Selena B2B Nate Antonucci. Tune into Tomorrowland from 2pm to hear a special guest mix from Toma Kami.

Blending together their roots from Ghana, Benin & Germany, Jembaa Groove are a soul and jazz band taking the Ghanian Highlife sound and cranking it up a notch. They’ve been on tour for the last two years, stopping off at KEXP and BBC 6 along the way, as well as working with legends such as Tony Allen, Ebo Taylor & Pat Thomas. Tune into Audio Vitamins as band leader Yannick Nolting chats with Jonny about the band’s upcoming releases.