Interviews

Perth death metal purveyors Crypt Crawler recently released their new album, The Immortal Realm. Laden with sharper riffs and heavier harmonies, the album offers a sound that’s been sorely missing in modern death metal. The band's Marco Ieritano chats with Kene about the making of the album.

Sarah from Sin & Steel, the heavy metal podcast drops in to guest program Burning Bitumen and chats to Kene about her podcast and metal journey.

The Ugly Kings have teamed up with director Cameron Zayec to release a short film 'Last man left alive.' Described as 'an electrifying fusion of sci-fi adventure and a high-octane music video for The Ugly Kings.' Tune in to Pojama People to hear the band play a live acoustic set and chat about the film.

Establishing themselves as a driving force in Australia's growing prog/post music scene, Melbourne post rock / post metal band Treebeard have announced their latest release 'Snowman.' A trove of melodic hooks and pounding riffs, encompassing a wide and emotive spectrum of sounds. Tune in to Pojama People to hear the band talk about the album and its launch at Shotkickers on September 20.

Entirely self-produced and affectionately poured over, The Making of Silk is the brand new album from Allysha Joy. For the deeply-expressive musician, this raw poetic work explores a fresh understanding of the meaning of love, expressed in her signature husky voice and through a mastery of the Fender Rhodes. Tune in to PBS to hear Allysha flesh out the philosophical underpinnings of this new work as she chats with Brooke on Homebrew.

Known for his revolutionary “Gambale Sweep Picking Technique,” Grammy-winning guitar virtuoso Frank Gambale drops in for a candid chat with Adam Rudegeair on Black Wax. With a career spanning over 20 solo albums and collaborations with legends like Chick Corea, Gambale’s diverse style blends rock, jazz, funk, and Latin influences, all of which will be showcased in his string of shows at the Bird's Basement from September 17th to the 21st.

Naarm based singer-songwriter Jack Gaby has just released his debut EP ‘Soggy Flowers’. This raw and intimate release spans across countrygaze to indie pop, and delves into queer identity, queer love, and the long coming-of-age process. Jack Gaby drops by The Breakfast Spread for a stripped-back live session, playing a few songs off his latest EP.

World renowned blues harmonicists, guitarist and vocalist Charlie Musselwhite has had a life of non-stop music. Since growing up in Memphis, Tennessee during the birth of rock’n’roll, he’s recorded more than 20 albums, received 14 Blues Music Awards, and been nominated for six Grammys. At age 80 he’s nowhere near ready to hang up his harps. Tune into The Juke Joint as Matt chats with Charlie about his incredible career and his upcoming show at Northcote Theatre on the 18 September.

Showcasing an array of unique, underground music from Asia, PBS announcer Pradip plays it all from hip-hop to techno-folk on Tiger Beats Elephant Grooves. Tune into The Breakfast Spread as Pradip comes in to play a special mix on the Wheels of Steel.

After a quarter-century, the Jesus Lizard have announced their seventh album 'Rack.' Featuring 11 tracks of brisk guitar rock you haven’t heard since the last time the Jesus Lizard took over a stage in your town. Vocalist David Yow, guitarist Duane Denison, bassist David Wm. Sims and drummer Mac McNeilly return with a record teeming with the kind of madness needed to beat down today’s perfect pop drivel. Tune in to Junkyard to hear Michael and David Yow's conversation.

Rising Melbourne/Naarm country songwriter Kyle Brew has just released his newest single ‘The Garden.' Blending earthy themes and catchy melodies, this new track showcases a new level of Kyle’s distinctive songwriting style. Kyle calls by Swinging Doors for a chat and to play a couple of tunes.

Described as an "alt country gem, full of mystery and infused with fresh mountain air," 'Long Haired Girl' is the lush second offering from one of Melbourne's most believed singers, Loretta Miller. Loretta calls by Swinging Doors to play a couple of tunes and talk about its launch at the Perseverance Hotel on September 13.

Writing a thesis on community radio and the age of music algorithms, PBS volunteer Annie Dillon Nocka comes in to share with Firas the songs she’s discovered during her time at PBS on Musical Chairs.

Marking the launch of their upcoming single ‘In Your Orbit,' Shock Corridor will play their first headline show for the year at the Curtin Hotel, they will be joined by some of their favourite sound makers and some of Melbourne’s heaviest hitters. Tune in to The Chronicles of Kick Ons to hear Ponie chat with the band about their launch on September 13.

Specialises in analogue recording on quarter-inch magnetic tape, Quasar Sound Studio/Records is dedicated to live studio performances reminiscent of the productions made in studios of the 1950s and 60s. Sam Valentino from Quasar Sound Studio/Records joins Tom on Jumpin' the Blues to talk about some past and new releases as well as the history of Quasar.

Known for crafting songs that chime with sincerity and deal largely with her experiences as a teacher, mother, wife, political animal and touring musician, Sarah Carroll AKA The Ukulele Queen Of The Bellarine has recently released NQR&B, a collection which celebrates her great loves and her unique life. Sarah catches up with Helen about NQR&B. Tune in to Roots of Rhythm to hear their conversation.

Get ready for a sonic treat because 2024 will see the return of the legendary Budd. Forming in 1991, Budd has crafted a unique blend of heavy rock fuzz noise. Tune in to Pojama People to hear guitarist Jeremy Finlayson talk about their show at Shotkickers on September 13.

Known for his campfire-glow voice and multi-instrumental skill, singer-songwriter Vinny Russell steps into the limelight and finds his own contemporary folk sound with the moniker Rufous Whistler. With the announcement of an East Coast tour and the forthcoming release of his first single 'River Gum Tree,' Russell has lots to talk about. Vinny Russell joins Mark Pottenger on Southern Style for a chat. Tune in from 1pm to hear their conversation.

Melbourne musician Emilee South is a force to be reckoned with. Her latest album ‘LUXURY’ showcases South’s solid, unapologetic vocals over the driving force of edgy punk and chaotic guitar riffs. The album touches on themes from capitalism to feminism, and is being launched at The Curtain this Sept 20. Tune in as Emilee pops by Breakfast to play a few songs live in-studio, and to chat with Milo about the latest album.

Known as one of the leading figures in experimental music, iconic Australian-based composer and performer Warren Burt joins Ian to talk about a new release of his work 'Mr. But his memory of Mr. White his Fantasy on Mr. Dunstable his Musick.' Fifty years since it was performed and recorded in 1974 on two toy pianos and two toy organs, it is only now being released on both cassette and digital download by Holiday Maker Records. Tune in to The Sound Barrier to hear their conversation.