Past Interviews
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Komang // Saudara Sound System
Mon 12 Feb 2024 18:15
on Headhunters
After a sold-out show at OzAsia Festival in Adelaide, Saudara Sound System comes home to Brunswick Music Festival, bringing a work of Balinese dance and music set to the mesmerising rhythms of Gamelan DanAnda, the electronic execution of artists JIWA and Joelistics, and the soulful vocals of Komang and Ria Soemardjo. Ahead of this special show at Estonian House on March 8th, Komang chats with Elle Young on Headhunters. Tune in on Monday night from 5pm.
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Chris Abrahams // The Necks
Mon 12 Feb 2024 10:00
on Deeep Space
Improvised music trailblazers and one of Australia’s great cult bands, The Necks, return to Brunswick Ballroom to share their signature immersive, hypnotic sound with their Melbourne fans. Ahead of a tour that starts in Melbourne and concludes in Byron Bay, pianist Chris Abrahams chatted with Lloyd Briggs about the band's compositional and performance practice. Tune in to Deeep Space to hear their fascinating discussion.
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The Lost Clog
Sun 11 Feb 2024 17:00
Ten members of The Lost Clog visit the Global Village to sing Lithuanian songs about summer and to talk about their concert at the Brunswick Ballroom with Latvian male choir Veseris on February 17.
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Cymande
Fri 9 Feb 2024 15:00
Touted as “the most influential band you’ve never heard of,” Cymande was the first British group to headline the acclaimed Apollo Theatre in New York, tour with Al Green and call the coveted Blue Note home. Over the years, the cult status of Cymande’s music has only grown stronger. DJ Manchild had the opportunity to chat with the band ahead of their imminent first ever visit to Australia. Tune in to The Breakdown to hear their conversation.
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Marli
Fri 9 Feb 2024 14:00
on Tomorrowland
Naarm producer Marli is part of a new breed of artist taking inspiration from the whole spectrum of electronic music. With a sound rooted in Detroit Techno and Chicago House, Marli has been putting out exquisite club tracks that tap into the various traditions of deep house, soul, breakbeat, and UKG. Ahead of the launch of her brand new EP. 'Change of Seasons,' Marli drops in to chat with Firas on Tomorrowland and to play a special guest mix. Tune in Friday arvo from 1pm.
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Manuel Darquart and Stu Clark // Wolf Music
Fri 9 Feb 2024 08:00
Founded over fifteen years ago, Wolf Music has emerged as a formidable force within the realm of house music. The UK label has consistently showcased a diverse and talented roster of artists, including the likes of NZ producer Manuel Darquart who joins the label's co-chief Stu Clark when they drop in on The Breakfast Spread for an exciting Friday morning hoon on the Wheels of Steel. The pair will also chat about Wolf Music's Melbourne showcase this weekend at 24 Moons.
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Jackson Reid Briggs // Split System
Thu 8 Feb 2024 17:00
on Fang It!
Melbourne garage punks Split System are readying themselves to release their second album 'Vo. 2' on February 9. Vocalist Jackson Reid Briggs calls in to Fang It to chat about the album and its launch.
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Mia Dyson
Thu 8 Feb 2024 15:00
on Radio City
Fascinated by the mythology of Americana when she was growing up in the Australian bush and in the sleepy beach town of Torquay, Mia Dyson has had a rich musical journey, from her debut album at age 22 to her most recent offering, Tender Heart. She has instilled her own music with raw passion and timeless vitality; qualities she'll share with those lucky enough to see her perform at Riverboats Music Festival in mid-February. Ahead of this show, Mia stopped by PBS for a chat with Crispi.
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Kate Alexander
Thu 8 Feb 2024 14:00
on Radio City
Singer-songwriter Kate Alexander joins Crispi on Radio City to talk about her new single 'Bubblegum' and its single launch at The Gem on February 10.
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Merryn Jeann
Thu 8 Feb 2024 08:00
Bundjalung Country/Byron Bay Shire-based singer-songwriter Merryn Jean has crafted a genre-bending, dreamy world of soundscapes with enticing musical wisdom. Ahead of the release of her first full-length album, Dog Beach, Merryn sits down with Milo for a round of Musical Chairs. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread on Thursday morning to hear more.
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Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
Thu 8 Feb 2024 02:00
on TNT
Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes have just released their fifth album 'Dark Rainbow' and, to celebrate, they have announced their biggest tour to date. Simon from TNT spoke with Frank about the album and their Melbourne show at 170 Russell on April 19.
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Lucius Borich // Cog
Thu 8 Feb 2024 02:00
on TNT
Prog-rock band Cog will be hitting the road for The Vinyl Tour, which celebrates the release of their albums 'Sharing Space' and 'The New Normal' on vinyl for the first time ever. They will be playing at the Northcote Theatre on March 1st along with special guests Yomi Ship and Kodiak Empire. Drummer Lucius Borich drops in for a chat on TNT.
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Justin Rudge // Port Fairy Folk Festival
Wed 7 Feb 2024 09:00
The Port Fairy Folk Festival is back in 2024 with a superb line-up of homegrown talent as well as prolific folk musicians from across the seas such as Graham Nash, Alice Skye, Judy Collins and many, many more. Program director Justin Rudge chats with Helen about planning the festival and some of the artists on the line-up. Tune in to Roots of Rhythm their conversation.
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Gabriel Gasparinatos
Wed 7 Feb 2024 08:00
ONEFOUR: Against All Odds traces the meteoric rise of Australia’s first drill rap stars, defiant in the face of police efforts to stop them from performing. Director Gabriel Gasparinatos joins Annika on State of the Art to talk about the documentary.
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Marcus Bridge // Northlane
Wed 7 Feb 2024 00:00
Vocalist for Northlane, Marcus Bridge talks to Ryan about their new single 'Miasma' featuring Winston McCall (Parkway Drive), upcoming EP 'Mirror's Edge' and headline Australian tour.
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Brandon Gawth // Cemetery Urn
Tue 6 Feb 2024 22:00
Drummer Brandon Gawith of Melbourne death metal band Cemetery Urn joins Kene to talk about their upcoming show at The Leadbeater Hotel on February 10 and playing with such stalwarts of the scene.
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Russian Circles
Tue 6 Feb 2024 21:00
Known for their combination of epic walls of sound with technical dexterity and driving rhythms, underground legends Russian Circles make their return to Australian shores for the first time in five years. The instrumental trio will bring their brooding and intense live show across the Pacific during February 2024. Chris catches up with the trio about the tour.
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BUDDHADATTA
Tue 6 Feb 2024 20:00
Creating a tribal rock sound using their own interpretation of harmonic overtones, centred around active punk monk Vogli Bonze, with veteran punk drummer Takami and bassist Seiko. Japanese Buddhist punks, BUDDHADATTA return to Australia with their vinyl debut split 12" with Paul Kidney Experience on Melbourne's own Kasumuen Records. Tune in to Pojama People for a special live set from Studio 3 and conversation with the band and Kasumuen Records founder Don.
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Troy Van Leeuwen // Queens of the Stone Age
Tue 6 Feb 2024 17:00
on Firewater
Queens of the Stone Age return to Australia for the first time since 2018 in support of their eighth studio album ‘The End Is Nero.’ Claire got to speak with guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen before the band kicks off their tour. Tune in to Firewater to hear their conversation.
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Sophie Hutchings
Tue 6 Feb 2024 08:00
Renowned pianist and composer Sophie Hutchings released her highly anticipated album, "A World Outside" late last year. Inspired by her transformative road trip through the NT, the album captures the essence of the vast and mystical landscapes of the territory with its spacious and hypnotic beauty. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread to hear Sophie chat with Milo ahead of her Recital Centre performance on February 16th.