Interviews

Eora/Sydney-based punk rock quintet FANGZ have unveiled their fierce single, 'Wide Awake.’ To celebrate the release, FANGZStock will return to The Workers Club in Fitzroy on January 25th, featuring local acts Raging Hormones, Arabella and The Heist, Damaged Goods Club, and Dear Matilda. Bass player Jameel joins Tomarch and Takla to discuss their upcoming FANGZStock festival.

Canadian deathcore band AngelMaker is about to embark on an Australian tour, supporting British heavy metal band Sylosis. Ahead of the tour, Ryan catches up with AngelMaker’s dual vocalists, Casey Tyson-Pearce and Ian Bearer. Tune in to Tyrannocoreus as Ian shares what it’s like to be the newest member of a 7-piece band that formed in 2011.

Florida band Hot Water Music are well-established figures in the punk rock and post-hardcore scenes. Since their formation in 1994, they've released nearly 10 studio albums, with their most recent record, 'Vows'. Bassist Jason Black chats with Ryan about the band's 30th anniversary this year. Tune in to Tyrannocoreus to hear when the band will next be playing in Australia.

Dominating the progressive death metal genre since 1990, Sweden-based band Opeth is coming back to Australia to perform songs from their 14th studio album, 'The Last Will and Testament'. Kene and Leah catch up with the band's Uruguayan bassist Martín, tune in to Burning Bitumen as they chat about his musical influences and life growing up in his home country.

After two decades of waiting for this ride of wild headbanging and metal madness, the legendary Swedish band Enforcer will be playing at The Leadbeater Hotel on January 25th. Ahead of their Australian debut, Kene catches up with the band's founder—tune in as they chat about the band's tour, musical progressions and more.

'The Bad Fire' is a working-class Glaswegian term for Hell—or at least, that’s how the Scottish rock band Mogwai describe the title of their 11th studio album. Reflecting the difficult times the band members were going through, the music carries an updraft, a sense of beauty encased in the onslaught. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Mogwai, Chris catches up with the band’s guitarist and vocalist, Stuart Braithwaite.

Look Around You is thrilled to announce that on January 25th, QQQ ST. Park will feature local hero Claddy, with support from 非 Fēi. Having given so much to the local scene over the years, Claddy will warm up the 2025 airwaves with her vibrant, powerhouse energy. But first, she joins MzRizk in Boogie Beat Suite to catch up about the show.

Having opened for BADBADNOTGOOD at a sold-out show and played the main stage at the renowned Montreal Jazz Festival, Canadian-Filipina artist Mary Ancheta offers a fresh take on jazz and electro-funk. Inspired by The Meters, John Scofield, and Prince, Ancheta crafts arresting melodies and irresistible grooves, embracing raw, fuelled moments and favouring grittiness over perfection. Tune in to Mystic Brew as Mike catches up with Mary ahead of her show at The Jazzlab on January 23.

Nestled between a volcanic crater lake and the Hopkins River just outside Warrnambool, GOOM is a not-for-profit music festival that brings together people who share a deep passion for music. Festival organiser Eithne comes into Homebrew - tune in to hear about the festival lineup and what it's like to put together a festival in this climate.

Blending country, blues, and rock, Queenie is a soulful and emotive musician kicking off the summer series Live at City Hall: Sunday Sounds, presented by Kingston Art and PBS, this weekend. DJ Myles O’Neil-Shaw will join Queenie for an afternoon of relaxing live music in a family-friendly atmosphere. Tune in to 5ft High and Rising the day before the event as the two catch up.

Coming into The Breakdown to chat with DJ Manchild about his latest projects is Hudson Whitlock, local drummer for jazz-funk bands Surprise Chef, Karate Boogaloo, and Pro Teens (to name a few). Tune in to hear about his latest musical endeavors.

'POP OFF!' is the ultimate Iggy Pop competition, and it’s back with a very special show. Celebrating its 11th year of crowning Iggys, one band and six Iggys will battle it out with their chosen Iggy songs, with the winner selected by the judges. Rusty Teluk pops into Sunglasses After Dark to delve deep into the Iggy Pop tribute show. Tune in as he chats with Rodney about the event happening at George Lane in St Kilda on Saturday, January 18th.

Two-piece outfit Boogie Rockafella is a rock and roll fusion of big-riffin’, hard-hitting, and foot-stomping boogie. They will kick-start 2025 by releasing their new EP 'Makin' Money' and playing the launch show at the Town Hall Hotel in North Melbourne on January 18th. Tune in to Radio City as one half of the band, Liam Hopkins, chats with Crispi about their new music.

On January 17th, High Note will host the launch of the new and independent record label, Awake Nu Records. The night will feature performances by Dean Kalaitzidis, Pani ਪਾਣੀ Rose, Ffion Stoakes, and the debut of a new group formed by Ohmi and Marley Del Prete. On the eve of the launch, Marley Del Prete joins Shio on Eternal Rhythm for a jazzy conversation about the new label, which promotes free and spiritual jazz.

Busking on the streets of Boston was a means of survival for The Space Lady in the 70s, but when she put on her iconic winged helmet and captivated audiences with her otherworldly interpretations of contemporary hits, she pioneered a cosmic, synth-driven style, inspiring generations of listeners and artists, including Synthesize Me hosts, Bridget and Henry. Tune in to hear the duo meet with their heroine, The Space Lady, for the first time.

Glistening with charisma, sonic experimentation, and a puckish spirit, Los Bitchos’ new album 'Talkie Talkie' is a Technicolor explosion on the dancefloor. The London-based, all-female quartet's contagious energy has had no problem transmitting to the world, establishing themselves as one of London’s brightest bands to watch. Lead guitarist Serra Petale joins Annika on The Breakfast Spread, tune in as they catch up ahead of Los Bitchos' show at The Curtain on January 22nd.

'Five Arrows' is the name of the highly anticipated new album from UK hardcore/metal band Polar. Since forming in 2009, the band has gone through multiple lineup changes, yet this hasn’t stopped them from touring consistently around the world. Vocalist Adam 'Woody' Woodford joins Ryan on Tyrannocoreus—tune in to hear when the band will next be playing in Australia.

When raw talent and diverse rock influences collided in 2016, High Vis was born. Fresh off the back of an Australian tour with Sydney hardcore band SPEED, the London-based five-piece has just dropped their newest album, 'Guided Tour'. Ryan catches up with vocalist Graham Sayle to discuss the release. Tune in to Tyrannocoreus for a glimpse of what High Vis has in store for 2025.

American rock 'n' roll bands Supersuckers and Nashville Pussy are on tour in Australia for a helluva hoedown. Raised on a diet of Marshall stacks, Gibson guitars, Jack Daniels, and weed, Nashville Pussy will kick off the party at The Croxton Bandroom on January 24th, followed by The Supersuckers—the 1988 band whose music spans alternative rock, country rock, and cowpunk. Tune in to Pojama People as Chris catches up with the band ahead of their Melbourne show.

In 2022, Claire Stuchbery caught up with vintage-infused, garage-psych band Shannon and the Clams. Since then, the band has released their seventh album, 'The Moon Is In the Wrong Place', a record that channels the unimaginable loss of singer-bassist Shannon Shaw’s fiancé in a car accident just weeks before their wedding. Produced by Dan Auerbach, it's a holistic exploration of grief and celebration, which they'll perform at The Croxton Bandroom on January 19. Tune in for this intimate catch up.