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Hermitude are 25 years deep, eight albums in, and recently finished a national tour.  In this interview, the Blue Mountains duo join Sindy at Area 3000 Radio to talk about what it meant to fall back in love with club music, how they both independently landed on the same album title in the middle of the night, and why making Eight has been one of the most joyful creative experiences of their career. Expect the origin story behind the Hermitude name (it involves a Ren & Stimpy bender and a lift ride), a Bunnings collab origin story, and a candid look at what's kept a 25-yearcreative partnership alive, including the times it almost wasn't.  Eight is out now.

Area 3000's Sindy sits down with Dan Crosby, label boss of Leeds-based Permission to Dance Records, ahead of the launch of their biggest project to date: No Signal, a 14-track vinyl compilation featuring exclusively Australian artists, dropping April 17th.Dan talks about how PTD started during lockdown, how Australia became the label's heartland, the process of curating a VA designed to be listened to like an album, pressing vinyl for the first time, advice for anyone thinking about starting their own label, and what's next for PTD Records.

We welcome special guest ŽIVA - the solo project of Croatian-born, Melbourne-based artist Lucija Ivšić, whose second album ŽIIVA is out now. Lucija's story is genuinely remarkable: she fronted acclaimed Croatian post-punk band Punčke from age 14, touring 30 countries and sharing stages with Queens of the Stone Age, before walking away at the band's peak, moving to Melbourne, and starting completely over. Now a PhD researcher at Monash University and lecturer at Monash Arts, she creates visceral, bilingual electronic music built live in real time through looping, vocal processing, and instrumentation.In this episode we talk about why ŽIIVA almost didn't come out - the perfectionism spiral, the friendship fallouts, and the knee injury that happened mid-stage-dive during a Brunswick show, leaving her bedridden for months with a metal brace. We also get into what it actually takes to build a song live from nothing in front of an audience, how Croatian folk traditions and language became a tool for reclaiming identity in displacement, and the limited edition 3D-printed CD she hand-assembled herself.ŽIIVA is out now. ŽIVA plays Cactus Room, Thornbury on Friday 17 April.

We sat down with New York-based DJ and budding music producer DJ DOU during his first trip to Melbourne, Australia. In this conversation, he opens up about how he learned to DJ in just two weeks before his first gig, playing back-to-back with one of his biggest inspirations, the importance of not comparing yourself to others, and why Four Tet changed the way he thinks about music. A genuine, honest chat about creative growth, staying grounded, and what it means to just keep showing up.

Born in San Sebastián, raised between the Basque Country and Seville, and now firmly rooted in Manchester, DJ Zuri has built her sound by moving through the world with open ears. We sat down with her at the Area 3000 studio to talk about learning to DJ in just a week under the wing of a female mentor she deeply admired, why a residency is the best DJ school money can't buy, and how listening to jazz and classical music keeps her club sound fresh. We discuss Hong Kong's dance floor culture, the surprising parallels between Melbourne and Manchester, and what it means to buy a house and "get engaged to a city."

Area 3000 resident Seif, host of Munra Radio, caught up with Sydney DJ and artist Ciara at Pitch Music & Arts 2026, just 30 minutes after she came off stage. Fresh from a whirlwind set, she talks about what it means to feel good while DJing, the chaos of rebuilding a USB specifically for this show and playing music you genuinely love. As she puts it, the best DJs are the ones where you can just tell they love the song.The conversation opens into Sydney vs Melbourne nightlife - how the lockout era shaped the way Sydneysiders go out, and how the city is still finding its footing as venues come back. Ciara also discusses her residency at Club 77, one of the first venues she ever went to.With her radio show and party series Konti Lang in full swing and plenty more on the horizon she's sworn to secrecy about, 2026 is shaping up to be a big year for Ciara.

Area 3000 caught up with Estella Boersma, a Dutch DJ and producer based in Berlin, for a conversation about modular systems and the gear shaping her latest releases, including the Torso Sculpting Sampler and Roland TR-1000. She shares how she builds the airy, textured soundscapes she’s known for.We also dive into the contrast between club sets and outdoor festivals, and the energy exchange between artist and crowd.Plus, she talks about one of her favourite tracks, inspired by video games and built for the dancefloor.

Area 3000 resident Fabian and Carpe Noctem host sits down with Yikes at Pitch Music & Arts Festival for an insight into performance, process, and community.Returning to Pitch for the third time, Yikes reflects on how understanding a festival’s energy shapes his sets - leaning into the high-intensity dancefloor while continuing to evolve his sound. Beyond the stage, he unpacks the role of radio through RTRFM as a space for experimentation, discovery, and amplifying emerging artists.The conversation also explores his work with Deadly Decks, supporting Boorloo artists through DJ workshops and building stronger pathways into the music industry.

In this interview, we sit down with Melbourne-based artist Mark Bo Chu to explore how he turns everyday moments into powerful works of art.Mark’s background spans multiple creative worlds, from concert piano to fiction writing, today he’s best known for his paintings capturing the raw energy of Melbourne.In this conversation we discuss Mark’s unconventional artistic journey, why accessibility matters in art, how he turns photographs and observations into paintings, the cultural significance of painting Melbourne’s streets and people, plus plenty more!

In this Area 3000 interview, we’re joined by Georgia Farry, also known as Baby G - DJ, producer, and music industry insider whose career spans artist management, bookings, and touring. We talk about her journey through the scene, the challenges and wins along the way, what it takes to bring events like Pitch Music & Arts Festival to life, and how she’s learning to balance creativity with burnout.From programming lineups and event safety to artist longevity, this conversation offers an inside look at electronic music from someone who understands both the spotlight and everything that happens behind it.Thank you, Georgia, for the chat.

DJ and producer Marli joins us to talk about her journey from Melbourne to Paris and what it really takes to build a life and career on the other side of the world. She opens up about the challenges of her first year abroad, finding community in a new city, and the cultural contrasts between Parisian and Australian nightlife. We also dive into how fashion and music intersect in Paris, her upcoming radio show and residencies, and her mission to spotlight Australian artists internationally. A must-watch for creatives, travelers, and anyone curious about life as a global DJ.

I noticed SLAMROSS1000 on the upcoming Melbourne PayPal Fashion Festival lineup a few weeks ago and knew we had to chat about the intersection of music, fashion, and queer club culture ✨ We sit down with the DJ-turned-designer to talk about evolving from DIY merch drops into a full fashion label, the influence of Melbourne’s queer club scene, and why authenticity matters more than virality.We dive into identity, gender expression through clothing, creative burnout, imposter syndrome, and redefining success outside capitalist pressure, plus what to expect from SLAMROSS1000 WORLD, her upcoming pop-up experience blending fashion, art, music and community at PayPal FF.Expect honesty, laughs, and some unexpectedly wholesome life philosophy 🎧

We sat down with VTSS at Beyond The Valley to chat about intuition, identity, and the courage it takes to evolve, both as an artist and as a person.From knowing when it’s time to make a major life shift, to reclaiming self-expression in a culture that often encourages conformity, VTSS reflects on what it means to stay aligned with who you are as everything around you grows louder. We talk about pushing past comfort zones, rejecting gatekeepers, and why feeling too comfortable can sometimes be the biggest sign that change is needed.The conversation also explores the power of collaboration and community, the role of friendship in long-term creative growth, and how music, fashion, and movement intersect as tools for empowerment and performance. As the year turns, VTSS shares her intentions for the future - what she’s leaving behind, what she’s stepping into, and why trusting your intuition can open the door to unexpected and beautiful experiences.Thank you, Martyna, for the chat <3

Recorded at Beyond The Valley, this conversation sees Morphena reflecting on their journey between Buenos Aires and Berlin, and how moving between cities, scenes, and communities has shaped their identity and sound. We talk about staying true to yourself, the importance of community, and why emotional connection always comes first in their music.Morphena opens up about their eclectic approach to DJing and production, their love of sharing music and uplifting lesser-known artists, and the personal lessons behind some of their favourite tracks. The chat also touches on self-discovery, letting go of people-pleasing, and finding joy in the creative process on and off the dancefloor.

We sat down with Irish dance powerhouse Jazzy for a candid and feel-good conversation about one of the biggest years of her career so far. From baking pastries at work to hearing her own tracks on the radio, Jazzy reflects on the whirlwind moments that shaped her journey and why it still hasn’t fully sunk in.She opens up about the importance of saying yes to opportunities, the power of collaboration, and why the Irish dance scene is thriving right now. Jazzy also shares honest advice for aspiring artists still grinding, talks about leaving self-doubt behind, and gives us a glimpse into her personal goals for the year ahead, all with her trademark light-heartedness and humility.A relaxed, inspiring listen with one of dance music’s most exciting voices, recorded live at Beyond The Valley. Thank you for taking the time, Jazzy 🎧✨

In this privileged conversation, we sit down with Miss Kaninna - a proud Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja, Wurrung, Kalkadoon and Yirendali woman - to talk artistry, advocacy, and the realities of navigating the music industry. Recorded live at Beyond The Valley.Fresh off the release of her first official music video for “Backstreets,” Miss Kaninna opens up about the creative and emotional process of bringing her vision to the screen, drawing inspiration from cinematic storytelling and lived experience. She reflects on her journey so far, from breakthrough moments to festival stages, and the importance of staying grounded through community, family, and culture.The conversation dives into music as a tool for truth-telling and resistance, the responsibility that comes with a growing platform, and her unwavering advocacy for Indigenous rights. Miss Kaninna also speaks candidly about self-doubt, code-switching, and learning to stay true to her values in an industry that often rewards conformity.Miss Kaninna shares her hopes for future generations of Black artists, her excitement for festival season, and the personal growth she’s calling in for the year ahead.An honest, inspiring listen about identity, resilience, and creating space for joy.

More memories, less dreams. Recorded live during her debut appearance at Beyond The Valley, where she played not once, but twice, including a surprise set on the Red Bull Unforeseen Stage, this conversation captures MAD.DAY at a defining moment in her journey.She reflects on the emotional intensity of festival performance, the rituals and gratitude practices that ground her before stepping on stage, and how her philosophy of fully experiencing life shapes both her creative process and personal decisions. MAD.DAY also unpacks the unexpected power of social media, not just as a platform that’s connected her with over one million followers on TikTok, but as a digital diary documenting moments, memories, and growth in real time.From spontaneous music production and DIY music videos to investing in the talents of friends and finding inspiration in everyday experiences, this interview explores what it truly means to create and live with intention, curiosity, and freedom.

We sit down with Loosie Grind at Beyond The Valley to talk confidence, community, and carving out your own lane. From teaching herself to DJ and produce during lockdown to shaking the Valley Stage at one of Australia’s biggest festivals, Loosie Grind shares how queer joy, authenticity, and self-belief have shaped her sound and career. We chat about staying true to who you are, building safe spaces on the dancefloor, and why bringing all of yourself is the only way forward. Expect insight, laughs, and plenty of high-energy music chat.

Join us for a chat with TV Rock's Grant Smillie as he reflects on their journey from early remixes to chart-topping club anthems. We unpack the creative process behind their most iconic tracks, the realities of producing an album, and the bold choices that helped shape their sound in the electronic music scene. This conversation offers a look inside music production, performance, and longevity in club culture. Recorded live at Beyond the Valley Festival.

Welcome to the world of Rising Sun Festival! 🌞In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Elise and Sam, the visionary founders behind the Rising Sun Festival, to explore the heart and soul of this unique event. Discover how Rising Sun goes beyond music and art to create a vibrant community experience filled with connection, creativity, and joy. From the festival's humble beginnings to its exciting future, learn about the passion and dedication that make Rising Sun a standout celebration. Whether you're a festival veteran or a curious newcomer, this conversation offers insights and inspiration for all. Don't miss out on the magic. Watch now and get ready to be inspired!🔗 Link to tickets and more information: https://risingsunfestival.com/

Welcome to this special conversation on Area 3000. I’m joined today by someone who has helped shape live music and festivals across three major creative regions: India, Australia, and New Zealand.Our guest is Manish Chandnani, Director of blaide.live and a leading producer of festivals and large-scale events. In India, Manish played a key role in producing some of the country’s biggest cultural moments, including NH7 Weekender, YouTube FanFest, and Electric Daisy Carnival, events that brought international icons like Norah Jones and Coldplay to massive audiences.Now based in Australia, Manish has brought that global expertise to institutions like Adelaide Fringe and OzAsia Festival, and most recently produced a sold-out national tour for legendary Indian singer-songwriter Lucky Ali, including a landmark performance at the Sydney Opera House.Today, we’re diving into India’s rapidly expanding music scene, what it means for Australian artists, for South Asian diaspora creatives, for promoters looking toward India, and for anyone interested in building bridges between creative communities.Learn more about blaide.live here: blaide.live

What does it really take to bring a music festival to life? In this interview, Gateway Festival directors Matt, Charlotte, and Mitch pull back the curtain on the passion, planning, and persistence behind one of the most exciting new festivals on the Melbourne scene.From humble club nights to a full-scale festival, the trio shares how they turned a dream into a destination, and the lessons they learned along the way. They reveal how Gateway was born from a desire to create the kind of experience they always wished existed, one that fuses art, music, and community into something truly unforgettable.Discover how they chose the stunning Heide Museum and Sculpture Park as the festival’s home, curated a diverse lineup that celebrates discovery, and built an atmosphere that lingers long after the last set. Whether you’re a festival lover, creative, or aspiring event planner, this conversation dives deep into what it takes to create an experience that leaves a lasting mark.As part of Area 3000's community, you can access discounted tickets to Gateway Festival using this link: Gateway Festival 2025 at Heide Museum of Modern Art Sculpture Park, Melbourne · Tickets.

@ricky_nord invites rising star and turbo queen @bellaclaxton for @club___elevate today! Bella has gone from strength to strength, proving to be a dominating force within our dance scene. She's headlined sets at @lost_sundays @letthemeatcakenyd & plenty more, with no signs of slowing down. Bella is also the founder of @inhouse_radio and on the @associatedartistsau roster. 👀

In this episode, @iti______ 🇵🇰 is joined by Eora-based DJ & radio presenter @omgdazza 🇧🇩🇵🇰 to chat about their experiences of being South-Asian Muslims in the Australian music industry ☪️🤲🏾 They touch on topics such as: community disapproval, hiding one’s faith, Islam and music, and being a working artist during Ramadan. Two hours jam-packed with music and insightful discussion, this episode is not to be missed!

Ricky Nord speaks to Techno powerhouse @tred___ for this month's edition of Club Elevate. Following TRED's huge stint of shows across Aus, Ricky sits down with him to chat all things music. Big show ahead, lock in! ⚡️ @ricky_nord

Today we have a special edition of Rave Cave, featuring an interview recorded at @revolverlane with the head honchos of @beatrepeatmelbourne - get to know the brains behind the operation and what you can expect at their Reclaimed Factory Rave on Saturday 7 May. Following this is a 30min modular mix from MR Rachele who is the first artist to be part of the event's Raver Showcase program. Not to be missed! 📲 @dj_bde

Coming off the back of releasing 2022’s top contender for debut compilation ‘MEGANESIAN_Plates’ - come and meet Sydney DJ, fellow Area 3000 show host, and gigachad bf at @meganesia_aus, Spiderdog. Figure out what makes the label boss tick as we talk about how the compilation came together, the state of the hard dance scene, and whether he’d book a talented asshole 🍑 Following that is 60mins of some absolutely wretched and decrepit hard dance that will take your soul and feed it to the wolves 🐺 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Follow Spiderdog: https://www.instagram.com/spiderdoggie/ https://soundcloud.com/spiderdoggie https://linktr.ee/Spiderdog Follow MEGANESIA: https://meganesia.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/meganesia_aus/ https://soundcloud.com/meganesia https://linktr.ee/meganesia Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Club Elevate features DJ, Producer, & Co-Owner of CICADA Nightclub, Lucas Boston this week. Presenting listeners with an uplifting and heavy hitting audio experience, Lucas Boston is quickly becoming a staple in Melbourne's techno scene. 🥵

Easily the coolest guests featured on the show - @velatix, @zealaustralia and @laceslaceslaceslaces enter the chat as LONER: the pioneering VRChat club that took the world by storm with their authentic virtual nightlife experience over the last 2 years. Asking all the questions you’ve been curious to ask, tune in to learn with @hyung.hm about honing in on the social aspect of clubbing, making money from VR, and their take on the blurring lines between VR and IRL 🧑‍💻 Following that is a 60min showcase of the maximalist sounds of LONER, featuring left-field, future bass, jersey, drum & bass and more wild-and-whacky sounds that will shake your neurons with ease 🧠 Be on the lookout for their upcoming 50th event on the 19th of March featuring @ninalasvegas! You don’t want to miss it 🎉 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow LONER: https://loneronline.com/ https://discord.com/invite/t9EjmBa https://www.twitch.tv/loner_online https://www.instagram.com/loner_online/ https://soundcloud.com/loner_online https://twitter.com/loner_online Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

In one of his favourite chats of the year, @hyung.hm meets Naarm-based DJ, producer, booker of @thewindsorcastle and proud Taungurung/Waywurru man Harley James. Come meet someone that knows the circuit like the back of his hand as we talk about his connection to his roots, fostering dogs, and how he turned DJing into his main hustle 💸 Following that is 60mins of banging house that strikes at the core of boogie and will elicit a smile from even the hardiest of folks this Monday arvo 😏 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Harley James: https://www.instagram.com/harleydjames/ https://www.mixcloud.com/harleydjames/ Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

An interview that’s been a long time coming, @hyung.hm calls up Sydney DJ, founder of @eclecticsydney, label coordinator of @galleryrecs, promotions manager of @yourarmy_, and music scene friend/mentor Jack Ferris. The conversation flows like wine, covering topics like making money in music, the pros and cons of Spotify, and how hardstyle changed his life forever 🩳 Closing out the night is his 60min mix of deep and proggy tracks that’ll dial you into a beautifully squelchy frequency, don’t miss it! 🎛 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Jack Ferris: https://www.instagram.com/jackkferris/ Follow eclectic.: https://www.instagram.com/eclecticsydney/ https://www.eclecticlabel.com/ https://linktr.ee/eclecticsydney Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Say hi to Sydney DJ, @fbiradio host, @boilerroomtv alumni and one of the friendliest faces in East Coast dance, Bria. Get to know one of the genuine best selectors in the underground as she talks about cancel culture, FM radio graveyard shifts and her feelings around the Boiler Room x Lost Sundays lineup controversy 🎙 After that is a deep dark and dirty 60min mix of some dangerous UK funky, left-field bass, electro and UKG 🔫 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Bria: https://www.instagram.com/bria.wav/ https://soundcloud.com/briawav https://linktr.ee/briawav Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

The final guest of the extravaganza is none other than Melbourne live electronic artist Vessa. With much to discuss and vent about since creating new human life in her tummy, pour yourself a cup of tea as we chat about balancing pregnancy with her craft, speaking in tongues at church when she was young, and why her therapist was right all along 🫖 Following that is a very special 45min one-of-a-kind live set made for the show, featuring pure digital synthesis and some unreleased music in the works for new releases this year 🤰 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Vessa: https://www.instagram.com/ve.ssa_/ https://linktr.ee/ve.ssa_ Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Into dusk we have Melbourne selector and fellow A3K show-host Crispy coming in for a quick drink and mix. Like two strangers killing time and sharing a fresh pack of reds, catch us talking about the return of Bobby Shmurda, the Ukraine-Russia situation, and why Tabula Rasa 2020 fucked up big time 🚬 After that is a 60min selection of his recent favourites to sail us smoothly into the late night ⛵️ ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Crispy: https://www.instagram.com/mandem_crispy/ https://soundcloud.com/crispy_mane Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Kicking off our 4-guest extravaganza is Melbourne DJ, radio host and @2degrees.co artist liaison IVAANA. Still smiling through it all, she chats about why 2 degrees has sadly been postponed until November, what it’s like dealing with artist managers and agencies, and memories growing up with Serbian hippy parents ☮️ Following that is 60mins of percussive goodness that she had saved for a now-shifted gig, so you can expect some ENERGY to help you out this afternoon 🔋 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow IVAANA: https://www.instagram.com/bellakocis/ https://soundcloud.com/ivaana_20 Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Ricky Nord returns with monthly show, Club Elevate, featuring a mix and chat with local superstar House Mum.

Jannah Quill is a Melbourne producer, sound designer, and audiovisual artist. A bonafide lover of synthesis and the connection between sights and sonics, tune in to learn more about her redirection from experimentation to club music, her debut record with @sumactrac, and how she successfully turned light into sound using solar panel technology 🌈 Following that is 60 minutes of dark and deep electronics that spans multiple genres with an ease rarely seen in the scene today 🖤 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Jannah Quill: https://www.instagram.com/jannahquill/ https://linktr.ee/jannahquill Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Jebbi is a Sydney DJ, @fbiradio teammate, co-founder of outer.shores and design partner for Spinning Around Summer 2022. Get to know the friendly face behind the deadly tunes as we talk about insider community radio knowledge, her friendship with @narae__music, and how Sydney might become the new hub for nightlife on the east coast 🏝 After that is 60 minutes of hard drum, left-field bass and techno that sets itself apart brilliantly from the rest 🐊 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Jebbi: https://www.instagram.com/jebbi_/ https://www.instagram.com/jebbi__design/ https://linktr.ee/jebbi Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Promoting her upcoming live performance at new Sydney venue @phoenixcentralpark is pianist, award-winning composer and keyboardist of indie legends @thejezabels, Heather Shannon. Joining the show for an after-hours chat, tune in to hear more about her struggles with ovarian cancer and chemotherapy, going from writing pop to writing modern classical, and composing her album ‘Midnight Sun’ in the depths of Iceland ❄️ Listen to 'Midnight Sun' on all platforms ~ available on https://open.spotify.com/album/1hP7okCuQh3pFRKbmWUa9s. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Heather Shannon: https://heathershannon.bandcamp.com/album/midnight-sun https://www.instagram.com/heathershannonmusic https://www.heathershannonmusic.com/ Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Several months in the making, Spinning Around is finally joined by Adelaide-based DJ, producer and @nlvrecords artist Strict Face. A chat so good it had to be extended, fulfil your curiosity about his take on the scene’s growth over the last decade, being scarred by Aphex Twin as a child, and crying into his breakfast the day after a life-changing gig 🍳 Following that is a drum-riddled 60min groover of a mix featuring UK funky, club, house and all sorts of tasteful bass 🌊 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Strict Face: https://www.instagram.com/strictface/ https://linktr.ee/strictface Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Highly calls on Melbourne-based producer, live performer, composer and sound installation artist Nina Buchanan. Excited from finally having the vinyls for her album ‘Restless Abandon’ with @heavymachineryrecords - tune in for a breezy chat about her philosophies on hardware, how she handles music as a profession, and The Velvet Underground track that turned her world upside down 🍌 After that is a beautifully formless 90min experimental mix that twists and turns from soundscape to soundscape, a treat for those who need something kinkier to get them going ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Nina Buchanan: https://www.instagram.com/_ninabuchanan_/ https://soundcloud.com/ninabuchanan https://linktr.ee/ninabuchanan Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

RITA BASS hosts her first interview on feelin' moody, inviting Irish-born and Berlin-based producer ELLLL for the occasion. They talk AI, clubbing experiences, and more, ahead of an "icy" mix by ELLLL herself.

Talking roast pork, Darude hedge funds & everything else Love Above. Also slipped into this show is the new single ‘Zima’ off the upcoming Fitness Club release!

Dialling in to chat about all things life and music is Brisbane-Sydney DJ FUKHED. Join in for some musings on the relationship between music and community, separating the art from the artist, and the scariest horror movies in our repertoire 😰 After that is an ecstatic 75 minute mix that gets you bouncing in your seat with electro, techno and a beautiful splash of trance 💖 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow FUKHED: https://www.instagram.com/fukhed/ https://soundcloud.com/fukhedaus Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Gear up for some chin-stroking chat straight off the bat with Melbourne-based DJ, producer, event runner and queer nightlife academic Indicia. Keen minds get straight to business as we discuss his musings on 'heterotopias', venue licensing laws, and the societal utility of analysing a thriving club scene 🧐 After that is a body-busting 60 minute techno mix that'll make you feel raw, rough and definitely a little randy 🥵 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Indicia: https://www.instagram.com/indiciaa/ https://linktr.ee/indiciadj Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Joining us for the nightcap is Sydney-based DJ, producer and mama of the city's hottest bass label @extraspicy_syd. Still buzzing from the release of her debut EP 'Sweet Treat', we talk about the inner workings of the beloved label, Spotify conspiracy theories, and her journey from UK raver to Aussie producer mogul 🦐 After that is a jam-packed 30+ track bass, breaks, and UKG mix that is sure to keep you rocking from dusk till dawn - SO GOOD! 🌅 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Mincy: https://www.instagram.com/mincy.aus/ https://soundcloud.com/mincyaus https://linktr.ee/mincy Follow Extra Spicy: https://www.instagram.com/extraspicy_syd/ https://soundcloud.com/extraspicysydney https://linktr.ee/extraspicy Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Calling in from the frosty French-Canadian city of Montreal is DJ and producer Honeydrip. Get to know the whiz behind the amazing debut 'ANTI-EGO' as we chat about the success of her remix EP featuring @sim_mtl and @koreatownacid, festivals in Montreal, and why she might be needing a lawyer in the near future 🧑‍⚖️ After that is an outrageous 70min techno, acid, jungle and left-field bass mix that shows off her years of experience as one of the city's best underground selectors // strap in, it's a dangerous ride 🏎 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Honeydrip: https://www.instagram.com/honeydrippp/ https://linktr.ee/Honeydrippp Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Finishing the first week back with a bang is Geelong-born now Bristol-based DJ, producer and head of underground imprint @nostrohoodsystem Galtier. Hot off the back of his debut album with @infinite.machine ‘Pulchra Es Elementis’, we have the pleasure of airing an extended episode talking about self-love, the difference between understanding and accepting, and the inner workings of his duties with NHS and Infinite Machine 💛 After that is a menagerie of heavy downtempo chuggers that are sure to give listeners a taste of his incredible forward-thinking production 🗿 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Galtier: https://www.instagram.com/galtier/ https://linktr.ee/galtier Follow Nostro Hood System: https://www.nostrohoodsystem.com/ https://linktr.ee/nostrohoodsystem Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Returning to deliver the first chat and mix for the year once again is Melbourne-based DJ and @area3000.radio big boss Sindy. Tune in for a review on 2021 highlights and lowlights, announcements for 2022, and good old fashioned chit chat ☕️ After that we have an hour’s selection of her favourite dance tracks she’s been digging over the break 💃 ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Sindy: https://soundcloud.com/sindysparkles https://www.instagram.com/sindysparkles/ Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000

Kicking off the finale celebrations is Warrang-based podcaster, radio host, DJ and managing editor of @purple.sneakers, Parry Talks. Get to know the man behind the mic as he talks about the ups and downs of the music scene, how he felt when Highly copied his Alumni Compilation idea, and his editorship of one of Australia's top music publications 🎙 After that is an 80min combination of some deep, joyful and hard-hitting house and techno that's exactly what we needed to sing in the beginning of the end! ~ available on soundcloud.com/area3000. Missed this episode of Spinning Around with Highly Minogue? Tune in every Monday between 5-9PM AEDT to hear the live broadcast with new guests each week at area3000.radio Follow Parry Talks: https://www.instagram.com/parrytalks/ https://linktr.ee/parrytalks Follow Area 3000: https://www.instagram.com/area3000.radio/ https://soundcloud.com/area3000 https://linktr.ee/Area3000