Interviews

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.

Melbourne singer-songwriter Fletcher Gull mines for truth in his music, searching for something special against insurmountable odds. He has a new EP out that he's eager to tell us about. Tune in to Firewater to hear more.

Reigniting the Ritual Community Music series, Liquid Architecture presents a rare performance by CS + Kreme (Conrad Standish and Sam Karmel), along side Maria Moles and efp at Meat Market Pavilion. Tune in to Headhunters to hear Conrad and Sam talk about the performance.

Andrew Wilson has released records as Andras, A.R.T. Wilson, Berko and House Of Dad and he is one half of Wilson Tanner. His new album 'Old Gold,' under the moniker A. R. Wilson, sees the Melbourne auteur curating some unlikely sounds in his wonderful tribute to the Victorian Gold Rush of 1850s. The album is the first release on Impatience, a sibling label to the NY-based Patience imprint. Tune in to Deeep Space to hear more from Andrew about the album.

Cellist Anita Quayle and guitarist Nick Delaney are thrilled to bring us Beyond The Lake, their explorations into ambient, soothing music, which they are geared to perform at The Jazzlab on February 9. 2022. Tune in to Global Village to hear Nick chat with Roger about the gig as well as the release of Beyond The Lake's second single ‘Mountain Peak’ from their forthcoming album ‘Coming Home’.

American folk pop artist Erin Rae is excited for her upcoming Australian tour in March supporting Courtney Marie Andrews and appearing at the Port Fairy Folk Festival. She chats to Myles O'Neil Shaw about the tour as well as her highly anticipated new album 'Lighten Up,' which is out February 4th on Thirty Tigers/Cooking Vinyl. Tune in to 5ft High and Rising to hear more.

Nu-metal & 7 string guitar pioneers Korn announced their fourteenth studio album titled Requiem, set for release in February. Join Ryan as he talks to guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch about how 'Requiem' was conceived under different circumstances than the majority of the band’s catalogue; an album born of time and the ability to create without pressure.

The Hornets are one of Australia's leading blues and roots bands. They are about to celebrate their 25th anniversary with a gig at George Lane in St Kilda on February 6. Band leader Craig Horne joins Helen to tell us more about this very special gig.

Veteran radio presenter and music journalist Billy Pinnell was recently awarded The Medal of the Order of Australia for his services to broadcasting. Tune in to Roots of Rhythm to hear him chat with Helen about his work and what the award means to him.

SICK is a landmark dance collaboration between Australia’s foremost provocateur of contemporary dance and choreography, Phillip Adams, and award winning contemporary dancer and performer, Ryan New. SICK critiques the notions and expectations of artists with disability, in an attempt to reframe the debate. Annika is joined by choreography, Phillip Adams and performer Ryan New to talk about this one-of-a-kind cross-generational dance and multi-media performance.

Danny Walsh Banned are holding their long awaited Melbourne launch of 'In the Wimmera!' The Outlaw Luncheon offers lovers of Americana an unmissable afternoon of music along with Roadhouse BBQ taking over the kitchen, a pop-up market featuring vintage fashion along with a specially curated record stall and a tap takeover by Australia's champion independent brewer Dainton Beer. Tune in to hear Danny talk about this not to be missed afternoon for any Americana music lovers.

Based around an ancient Japanese legend (Hyakki Yagyō), Night Parade Of One Hundred Demons, is the inspiration behind Earthless's new album. The legend depicts demons, ghosts and paranormal creatures that descend on sleeping villages at night, once a year. Anyone who witnesses this supernatural procession will perish instantly or be abducted. To avoid being taken away by the otherworldly beings, villagers hide in their homes. Tune in to hear Isaiah talk about their concept album.

Co-produced with PJ Harvey and guitarist John Parish, Eels return with their fourteenth studio album 'Extreme Witchcraft', which is out now through E Works/PIAS Recordings. Tune in to Firewater to hear Claire talk to Mark about the new album.

Jordan visits Nick Brown to chat to him about the band's long-awaited 'Far Enough' album launch at The Corner and NINCH FEST.

The Resonant Heart is a uniquely curated and crafted multidisciplinary project that celebrates the work of an international group of BIPOC and CALD female artists who reside in Melbourne. Collaboratively developed between musician, curator and storyteller Nela Trifkovic and all the artists, the project navigates the themes of love, grief, joy and suffering, exploring a different aspect of these themes each year. Listen in to hear Nela discuss the project and upcoming co-lab with Vahideh Eisaei.

Inspired by the Alcoa Steamship Company that ran a 13-day Caribbean cruises out of New Orleans which departed every Friday between 1949 - 1959. Charlie Halloran releases 'The Alcoa Sessions.' A trombonist hailing from New Orleans is described as having "an undying love and appreciation for vintage calypso music and mid century modern design.' Tune in to the Ports of Paradise too hear Paddy's conversation with Charlie about his album.

After a long period without performing live, with various gigs postponed or cancelled, Melbourne post-rock/post-metal band Treebeard are ready to return. Released in June '21 their debut album 'NOSTALGIA,' garnering much critical and fan appraisal for its unique take on the genre, heavy with melody, atmosphere and dynamic. Now it's time to launch 'Nostalgia' at the Old Bar. Tune in to hear the band talk about the gig happening on the 4th February.