Interviews

The past couple of years have been momentous for the Hard-Ons. They introduced Tim Rogers (You I Am) to the band, released their 13th studio album 'I'm Sorry Sir, That Riff's Been Taken,' and celebrated 40 years of being together. To commemorate these milestones the band are heading to Melbourne for one matinée show at Hotel Westwood on November 13. Guitarist Peter "Blackie" Black talks with Kev ahead of the show.

Celebrating their 10th year of Monday night residencies, Jazz Party return to The Curtin front bar for Monday nights throughout November. Vocalist Loretta Miller calls by the Afterglow to tell listeners about what the band have in store for their upcoming shows.

Following on from his 2018 debut 'Lightheavyweight,' Trumpeter Jack Howard returns with the similar but different 'Lightheavyweight 2.' Written and recorded during the 2021 lockdown, the album's inspiration draws mostly from Jack’s life living in St. Kilda. Jack drops by The Afterglow to talk about 'Lightheavyweight 2' and its launch at MEMO Music Hall November 19.

Once "the hardest working band in town," The Swingin' Sidewalks are back after a 20 year hiatus for a one off show at the Brunswick Ballroom, along side the Swing Sisters, the band will play their own brand of Swing, Blues and Pub RnB from that classic pre internet, pre mobile phone, pre-pokies, live-music-rules period of Melbourne music. Swingin' Sidewalks frontman Steve Purcell and Swing Sister Rebecca Barnard call by Jumpin' the Blues to talk about this one off show on November 13.

'Sun Rising - the songs that made Memphis' is an acclaimed show that celebrates the songs and stories to the music of Sun Records. Interpreting the timeless songs of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Roy Orbision, BB King and many more that were captured by Sam Phillips at his Sun Records recording studio in the 1950’s. Guitarist David Cosma calls in to Roots of Rhythm to talk about Sun Rising happening at Ella's Music Club, Oakleigh Music Hall November 12.

South Australian black metal band Endless Loss have a new album out called ‘Bloodletting Narcotic Divination.’ They chat to Kene about the new album and their upcoming Melbourne shows.

Victorian rock metal legends The Blacklist chat with Kene about River Rocks as they gear up to perform at this once a year Geelong show. Tune in to Burning Bitumen to hear more.

Fresh off the back of a jam-packed United States and European headline tour, LA-based psych-rockers Frankie and The Witch Fingers return to Australia for five shows across all major cities throughout November. Chris spoke to the band ahead of the tour.

The Black Crowes have reunited to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the band’s 1990 breakthrough album 'Shake Your Money Maker.' To help perform the album and other fan favourites the band has employed Earthless guitarist Isaiah Mitchell to be their touring guitarist. Isaiah spoke to Chris ahead of the tour.

Beverly Smith, Kellie Allen, and Pete Peterson have combined their talents and love of old time Americana to form Smith Allen Peterson aka SAP. The powerhouse trio stops by Southern Style to play a live in studio set.

With powerful soul vocals combined with mellow grooves and an earnest knack for authentic storytelling Rat Child is readying for her upcoming release ‘My Morning & Afternoon’s Work’ out November 10. Rat Child stops by Mystic Brew ahead of its release to talk to Mike.

Way Dynamic is the stage name of Melbourne multi-instrumentalist Dylan Young. A member of Snowy Band and Cool Sounds, and a session drummer with Darren Hanlon and Emma Russack, Young is now exploring solo song writing on the recent Way Dynamic debut album, So Familiar, out now via Spunk! Records and Virgin Music Australia. Tune in to Breakfast to hear Young play a couple of live songs and chat with Milo about the album.

Segmento Tarantella Festival is a one-day event filled with Southern Italian music, dance, and instructional workshops (singing, music, and dance), with local and international acts. Helping forge connections by encouraging communications amongst diverse communities and promoting cultural awareness amongst all generations. Vocalist Rosa Voto calls by the station to talk about the event happening November 20 at Edwardes Lake park, Reservoir.

Imagine being faced with a sea of souls at Kabul airport, Afghans desperate to flee their country. Images like these marked the end of Fred Smith's time working in Afghanistan and inspired the music that would become The Sparrows of Kabul. Fred calls by the Global Village to talk about performing The Sparrows of Kabul at Kingston Arts Centre alongside The Kabul Birds Band on November 10.

In its ninth year, The African Music and Cultural Festival (AMCF) returns to Federation Square bringing the tastes, sounds and rhythms of Africa. This three-day celebration of African culture is the only place to see over 35 African countries and community organisations represented in Melbourne. Poni Tongun and Katinda Ndola call by PBS to talk about the festival November 18 - 20.

Come along and be part of Dan Dinnen & Shorty's next album. Taking place at Jimmy Hornet on November 19 Dan and Shorty will record two sets live of stripped-back ballads, country blues ditties, swing shuffles, and juke joint grooves. Tune in to PBS to hear Dan and Shorty join Matt in the studio to talk about this event.

Melbourne alternative scene pioneer and singer Garry Gray (Sacred Cowboys) has teamed up with guitarist Ed Clayton-Jones (The Wreckery) for their first collaborative album, 'We Mainline Dreamers.' Tune in to Junkyard to hear Garry chat with Michael about this collaboration.

Jackson Reid Briggs has got a new band called Split System. They will be launching their debut album 'Vol. 1' at The Old Bar on November 4. Jackson comes in to PBS to give Ruari the details.

Melbourne-based alt-country artist Riley Catherall drops by Swinging Doors to play his latest single 'Bark at the Moon' live in studio.

The Golden Rail return with their third album 'Songs From Empty Streets.' Following a seasonal progression with their previous albums the band describe this as their "Winter Album." Guitarist Ian Freemen calls in to Radio City to talk about 'Songs From Empty Streets' and it launch at The Wesley Anne on November 13.