Interviews

Midsumma Festival 2024 will host over 250 events showcasing queer culture, featuring local, interstate, and international artists in spectacular performances, talks and social events, bringing a kaleidoscope of preeminent queer arts and cultural festivities. Midsumma Festival CEO Karen Bryant joins Annika on State of the Art to talk about the festival happening from January 21 – February 11, 2024.

David Craven (Drum Set) and Jon S Williams (Electric Guitar) are an instrumental duo from Naarm, Wurundjeri Country who evoke a sense of journey and transition through minimalism and texture. David and Jon talk to Cas about their new album 'We all came through.'

From his genesis as a member of Kraftwerk, to his work under the moniker Harmonia with Hans-Joachim Roedelius and Dieter Moebius, and to founding Neu! Michael Rother’s approach and pursuit of musical innovation has inspired the likes of David Bowie, Brian Eno, and Radiohead, to name a few. In March, Rother and friends will perform the music of Neu! at Melbourne Recital Centre. Tune in to Pojama People to hear the krautrock pioneer chat with Chris Pearson ahead of this unmissable show.

Much Love are back at the Bergy Bandroom with another awesome lineup, raising funds for Berry Street. Who have provided services to children, young people and families for over 140 years, and today is one of Australia’s largest independent family service organisations. Creator of Much Love David Tsolakkis and Edan Goodall from Mature Themes call by Homebrew to talk about the fund-raiser happening at the Bergy Bandroom on January 27.

Channelling the music of her ancestors, 6th generation Irish fiddler Clare Sands is a unique force in Irish music, and is a fantastic storyteller. Clare passes by PBS to catch up with Ajak about her debut Australian tour, including a performance at Merri Creek Tavern on January 24.

El Gran Mono and Heartical Hi-Powa mark the new year with their return for a huge night of positive vibrations and special guest DJs on January 20 at the Howler Theatre in Brunswick. DJ Boogie Monster graces The Breakdown to play a few tracks before his set.

Alex Albrecht returns to Analogue Attic Recordings for the label's inaugural release of 2024, and PBS's inaugural feature album for the year. Titled 'Allambie,' the record is an immersive exploration spanning house, downtempo, and ambient genres, where Albrecht guides listeners through a ephemeral sonic journey. Tune in to Tomorrowland to hear Alex chat about the album with fill-in announcer Iain Swift. Alex will also play a special guest mix on the show.

Brunswick Beach Party is back for its second year, featuring a one-off reunion show from surf ’n’ western legends Mikelangelo and the Tin Star, the tropical noir stylings of Sydney’s Rufino and the Wreckage, and a set from Melbourne underground surf garage trash trio Maquina Peligrosa. Mikelangelo drops in to the Ports of Paradise to talk about Tin Star's one-off reunion and Brunswick Beach Party happening at The Brunswick Ballroom on January 21.

Vocalist Slatty D and Hammond Organist Adrian Whitehead of Moreland City Soul Revue drop in to Radio City to talk about their new single 'Merri Bek' and its launch happening at Cross Street Music Hall in Brunswick on January 21.

Vocalist Connie Sgarbossa for San Diego Sasscore band SeeYouSpaceCowboy speaks to Ryan about her first time touring Australia in January/February 2024 (supporting Stick To Your Guns), working on a new album and being an LGBTQ+ role model as a trans woman.

Vocalist and guitarist for Sparta, Jim Ward talks to Ryan about their upcoming Australian tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Wiretap Scars,' and plans to record a new album in 2024.

Scottish post-rock monarchs Mogwai are bringing their epic live show back to Australia for the first time in six years. Unleashing their colossal sound in all its beauty and fury, the tour will feature Mogwai’s UK 2021 number one record 'As The Love Continues,' as well as classic Mogwai tracks from their innovative career. Guitarist and vocalist Stuart Braithwaite talks to Chris about the tour.

Celebrating 30 years of their much-loved landmark album Where You Been, Dinosaur Jr. will play the seminal record in its entirety followed by a set of songs from the band’s extensive catalogue at Tent Pole Festival 2024. J Mascis catches up with Claire. Tune in to Firewater to hear their conversation.

Beat Mag contributor Will Clifford joins Brooke on Homebrew for a guest mix.

Moor Music and Northcote Theater present Kalopsia Vol 1.5, a two-stage 13-hour event that transcends boundaries and ignites the senses. Blending live music, vibrant DJs, delectable food vendors, captivating lighting and visuals, and art installations, Kalopsia aims to be uplifting and celebratory of Melbourne's beloved music community, showcasing genres ranging from neo-soul, jazz, funk, disco and more. Moor Music founder Josh Olave joins Brooke to talk about this event happening on January 20.

Berlin-based Norwegian DJ and producer Telephones is known for his free-spirited curveball-mix ranging from balearic tutti-frutti, proto-house and percussion-workouts to cosmic techno, discokraut-gymnastics and outer-worldly explorations. He drops in to PBS for a special guest mix on Tomorrowland today. Tune in from 1pm for some Friday arvo magic!

Tune in to Tomorrowland today to hear from the one and only Bradley Zero, DJ extraordinaire, broadcaster and founder of revered South London label Rhythm Section INTL. Do not miss this one!

Prolific music educator, curator, presenter, and DJ Colleen 'Cosmo' Murphy has an impressive resume in music that includes working with David Mancuso on the Loft parties in NYC, and hosting cult favourite shows like Classic Album Sunday and Balearic Breakfast on Worldwide FM. Following her standout Melbourne performances this holiday season, Cosmo dropped in to PBS for a chat with Ella Stoeckli. Tune in to Stardust to hear more.

Benny & The Flybyniters have been a stalwart of the Melbourne roots music scene since 1999. Tune in to Jumpin' the Blues to hear Tom catch up with Benny about The Flybyniters' gig at George Lane on January 28

The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee are Virginia’s torchbearers of the old-time sound. Their powerful harmonies and energetic instrumentals have captivated audiences. Deep knowledge and appreciation for traditional music enables the band to craft tasteful original songs and instrumentals that blend seamlessly alongside the classics. Tune in to Southern Style to hear a special live set from The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee.