Real Estate talk Dreaming, Achieving, and Working with Horses

Real Estate have brought their fourth record, ‘In Mind’ to Australia for Splendour In The Grass. They joined Darren Lesaguis to talk about how it came together, working with animals, and their left-field approach to promoting the album.

Life & loss: Gang Of Youths’ Dave Le’aupepe chats self improvement & plays live in the studio

Gang Of Youths’ Dave Le’aupepe joined Chris Twite on Arvos to chat about the band’s new record, Go Farther In Lightness, and to play their new single live in the studio.

Future Islands talk DIY spaces, a secluded beach house & ‘The Far Field’

“The interesting thing is when squats and DIY spaces continue to exist – that they don’t just pop up until the cops shut it down or the cops find out. The thing that’s kind of forgotten is the beauty and bravery and rebellious spirit that begins those spaces.”

Thundercat Interview: How Tradition Has Shaped 2017’s Most Futuristic Artist

Bassist, vocalist, producer, and mad scientist Thundercat may sound out of this world, but he’s also grounded in musical history. Tommy Codling spent some time on the phone with the electric feline.

Sampha interview: “I feel like I’m ready now”

Seven years since we first fell in love with Sampha’s vocals, he’s finally released his debut solo album. Sampha spoke to Chris Twite about all things ‘Process’, jumping between the piano, production and vocals, and the duvet he wore in Solange’s video.

The xx interview: Letting in “warmth & light” on I See You

Jamie, Romy and Oli sit down with Chris Twite and talk about what’s changed on I See You, the new album by The xx that was “made in daylight”.

Japandroids compare Sydney’s recent challenges to Vancouver, and share new album details

After an intimate show at Marrickville’s Red Rattler, Dave and Brian from Japandroids talked to Darren Lesaguis about DIY venues and the importance of culture to a city. Plus – some insights on ‘Near To The Wild Heart Of Life’.

Michael Kiwanuka interview and live rendition of ‘Love & Hate’ on Arvos

Listen to a stirring, soulful acoustic performance of ‘Love & Hate’ by Michael Kiwanuka, in town for Splendour in the Grass.

Watch Julia Jacklin play ‘Pool Party’ live & chat about her different musical projects

We squeezed Julia Jacklin’s band into the studio for a live performance of ‘Pool Party’. Watch the video and listen to her interview with Chris Twite.

The Drones Interview: The Rules of Time Travel & The End Of The World

“Going back in time is forbidden by Stephen Hawking and a whole bunch of other guys.” Dan and Gareth from The Drones share their seemingly deep knowledge of time travel, ethics and their new album with Darren Lesaguis.