Interviews

Surviving over 25 years to critical acclaim, Bodyjar return with their 7th album, 'New Rituals.' 'New Rituals' sees Bodyjar return to the up- tempo catchy punk rock the band are renowned for. Calling on all their experience over the years, the new album is a true return to form from one of Australia's finest. Tune in to Tyrannocoreus to hear Ryan's chat with Cam about the new album, their writing process and the future for the Melbourne Punk Rock legends.

Leading figure in the riot grrl movement, Allison wrote about rock music's pervasive sexism in their influential punkzines, Girl Germs and Riot Grrrl, which led to forming the band Bratmobile with Molly Neuman. She has also fronted other bands, including Sex Stains, Partyline, and Cold Cold Hearts. In recent time she has created and hosted the punk rock interview podcast 'I'm In The Band.' Tune in to Junkyard to hear Allison's chat with Mike about her career.

Fuelled by humility, integrity and a raw clarity of vision, Kerryn Fields paints enduring musical portraits that detail the colour and feeling of everything that makes us human. Recorded in three days, beside the ocean, under the light of the full moon. Kerryn Fields offers to the world her new LP, 'Water' and is set to launch it at the Northcote Social Club April 5. Tune in to Swinging Doors to hear Kerryn chat to Ernie about the album and launch.

Born out of a mutual respect for each other's music, Folk Bitch Trio and Bones & Jones joined forces in the studio. Coupling Bones & Jones's pop/rock sounds with the heavenly three part harmonies of Folk Bitch Trio to create their collaborative 7'', Friendly Neighbour/If I Were a Man. Listen in to Radio City to hear Jasper & Heidi talk about their collaboration and launch show at the Northcote Social Club happening 25 February.

Bringing four of Australia's most acclaimed and talented improvisational musicians and brainchild of pianist and composer Alister Spence. Comprising of Spence (piano), Ed Kuepper (guitar), Lloyd Swanton (bass) & Toby Hall (drums), Asteroid Ekosystem is the true definition of a supergroup. Alister joins Crispi to talk about their debut album and national tour.

Accomplished Australian film composer Antony Partos has been nominated in three categories at The Australian Screen Music Awards for 2021. This year the prolific writer has once again been nominated and in three separate categories: Best Music for A Television Series or Serial – Jack Irish Best Music for a Mini-Series or Telemovie – The End Feature Film Score of The Year – Rams Julie and Lucy talk to Antony about the nominations and what it's like to compose for different projects.

In 2020, Melbourne's indisputable queen of soul Kylie Auldist dropped her 80s inspired album 'This Is What Happiness Looks Like '. We loved the album so much we ran it as PBS Feature Album upon its release. Sadly, the album never got the launch that it deserves... until now. On Feb 19 at The Night Cat, Kylie and her band will finally celebrate the album with a proper party that she's keen to tell Lyndelle about on The Afterglow.

Singer-songwriter Chris Cavill's album 'Lionheart' is a tribute to his father. It was released in November 2021 and will now finally have a run of shows at Wesley Anne throughout February. Tune in to Roots of Rhythm to hear Chris chat with Helen about the making of the album.

Celebrating 30 years, WOMADelaide has become a truly unique part of the Australian festival landscape, showcasing the best, the essential – and the surprising – in global music, dance, art and ideas. Associate Director Annette Tripodi joins Milo to discuss this year's line up and logistical challenges the Festival has faced during the pandemic.

A collaboration between Dirty Three's Mick Turner and McKisko's Helen Franzmann, Mess Esque released their self-titled album in October last year via Milk! Records and are finally set to launch it live this Thursday at Brunswick Ballroom. Helen gives Maddy and Kurt a buzz on Homebrew to fill us in on how this meeting of greatness came to be.

The Terrifying Lows is the solo project of Naarm-based artist, producer and Gamilaroi man Tyler Millott, who has just released his self-titled debut LP. Tune in to Homebrew to hear Maddy and Kurt chat with Tyler about the release and what we can expect at the launch show happening Sunday Feb 20 at The Toff.

Alien Nosejob and Power Supply both have new albums out on Anti Fade, so they have teamed up to launch both together under the stars in the sacramental surrounds of the Mercator Lawn at Abbotsford Convent on 11th February, with support from The Glass Pictures. Tune in to Sunglasses After Dark to hear Jake (Alien Nosejob) & Mikey (Power Supply) talk about their albums and teaming up for this special launch.

Melbourne new-wave art punks Dr Sure's Unusual Practice have rolled the COVID dice and announced a national tour to launch their acclaimed new album and PBS favourite 'Remember The Future?' Tune in to Radio City to hear frontman Dougal Shaw talk to Crispi about the tour.

With a career that spans over four decades and right across the globe, Pat Powell (Patou) is one of Australia’s most accomplished vocal talents. Now Pat is set to present 'Dancing in the Shadows of Motown.' Featuring a 10 piece band of Internationally acclaimed artists who faithfully recreate the dynamic live performances of the Motown greats. Tune in to Soul Time to hear Pat talk about these upcoming shows.

Melbourne Blues mainstays Checkerboard Lounge have a new album out. Titled 'Sun Sessions,' the 11-track album is the product of the band's recording session at the famed Sun Studios in Memphis. Singing drummer Carl Panuzzo talks to Helen about the album and the experience of recording in one of the great cradles of American Music.

Melbourne Women in Film Festival (MWFF) returns 10 – 14 February 2022, exploring the theme Laugh Louder, bringing together a dynamic program of feature and short films, web series, music videos, talks, and workshops to delve into the theme of comedy. The program includes regular short film sessions with categories including: Comedies, next gen shorts, shorts and reel shorts. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread to hear Annika speak with director Sian Mitchell about the program.

The Forest Collective returns to present a very special program featuring two recitals of rarely heard works in ‘Shifting’ at the Abbotsford Convent from February 24 – 26, 2022. The innovative season will present lesser known works from leading composers from across the Asia-Pacific. Travelling through Iran, India, China, Japan, Thailand and New Zealand. Cas is joined by lead percussionist, Zela Papageorgiou to talk about pieces and performances.

Zeal & Ardor are a Swiss avant-garde metal force and are respected for their artistic fearlessness and off-the-wall creativity in a scene so often unwilling to break its own chains. Leader Manuel Gagneux, recorded all instruments except drums, for their S/T album and is an artistically departure from previous ventures. This time, the madness comes with a more condensed focus. Tune in to hear Kene's conversation with Manuel.

The Imperial princess & her crew return to make Valentine's Day a heavy one. Comprising of members of Frenzal Rhomb, Nancy Vandal and Mortal Sin, Neptune Power Federation offer up eight love songs that push the boundaries of classic metal and psychedelia on their fifth album 'Le Demon De L'Amour.' Tune in to Pojama People to hear them talk about their new album.

After a year cancelling shows, Paul Kidney Experience have finally re-scheduled their Syd/NSW and regional Vic shows to tour their new LP 'Psychlic'. To kick off their tour they have organised a show at The Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar on 12th February with support from Spawn & User.