There's a great combination of new, old, Melbourne and interstate music to start the new year off with. Plus, a really great interview with Kate Reid from It Records! Tracklist:Bananagun - Do Yeah [Anti-Fade, 2019]Barega Sax Quartet - Pleasure Savors the Sweet Instructions [Self-released, 2017]Banish - Death On The Installment Plan [Self-released, …

The end of another year is upon us, but don't fret. There's a whole slather of new music to get you through the silly season, plus an interview with close friend Jonathan Griffiths - an emerging composer and percussionist experimenting with using compositional techniques from Balinese Gamelan in Afrobeat. There's some hot exclusive tracks here - do…

This month's podcast has no interview but tons of very good music. October and early November have been good to music fans. Tracklist:U-Bahn - Right Swipe [Weirdo Mazic, 2018]A+ - Deep End [Self-released, 2018]Parsnip - Feeling Small [Anti-Fade, 2018]Low Flung - Deep Dribble [Butter Sessions, 2018]Unicron - Quito [Tandem Tapes, 2018]Little Songs of…

You've made it to the start of another month with minimal casualties. It's the first Friday so you can continue "Living In Excellence™" listening to this podcast with a bunch of excellent music and an interview with the legendary Clinton Green from Shame File Music. Tracklist for Edition 36 – October 2018:Activities of Daily Living - Space (Papaphi…

Here we have it! Abstract Paradigms returns triumphant with a bunch of music for your ears and an interview for your consideration. This month I’m interviewing Emily Bennett from Great Rack and An Empty Club Reverb about how she came to make music and her various projects with sound and arts practice. The gig guide for the month can be found in the…

Cold weather means I move slowly, so here's a podcast released nice and late. This week's tracklist:HTRK - Mentions [Mistletone, 2018]Blood of a Pomegranate - Labyrinthian Dreamscape pt?.?1 [Self-released, 2018]Futuro Fosil - ATA01 [Self-released, 2018]Mares - Astound [Psychic Hysteria, 2018]Adam Simmons & Brian O'Dwyer - Autophysiopsychic [Bleeemo…

Jumping around some current locals, ex-locals and current tourists. This week's tracklist:Yumgod - Tawag Lang Balik [TSV, 2018] Joe Talia - Clouded Night Pt 1 [Black Truffle, 2018]Pinch Points - Teflon [Self-released, 2018]Nina Buchanen - Varta [Nice Music, 2018]Subespai & Doxylamine - Mountain Approach [Eupcaccia Records, 2018]Andrew Tuttle - Refl…

Winter is here and so is a new episode. A good mix of experimental and punky sounds on this week's show. This week's tracklist:Ubik - Nausea (X) [Lost in Fog / Helta Skelta, 2018]bodies - Take Me With You [Self-released, 2018]Muddy Lawrence - My Mind And Body Have Failed Me [Self-released, 2018]Great Rack and An Empty Club Reverb - Cheryl [Self-rel…

Music to get you through the cold week. This week's tracklist:Mild3w - K3y [Self-released, 2018]Caustic Grip - Hollow [Self-released, 2018]Stephen O'Malley & Anthony Pateras - Reve Noir [I] [Immediata, 2018]deepspace - Fields of White Grass [Self-released, 2018]Respuesta Alternativa - De Paso [Left Ear, 2018]Jasmine Guffond - Kin Hue [listenagain, …

Edition 30 of the podcast takes a diversion to provide some quality entertainment that isn't just being made and played in Melbourne. Before we get to that though, I do share plenty of stuff being played right under your nose. This week's tracklist:Premium Fantasy - Night Detective [Self-released, 2018]Nightclub - Club Night Zero [Weirdo Mazic, 201…

Time for podcast! Lots of music coming out soon, both in terms of releases and gigs! This Week's Tracklist:Alex Macfarlane - Square Guy In A Round World [Hobbies Galore, 2018]Fia Fiell - At The First Clear Word [Nice Music, 2018]WPH - Like A Swarm [Nice Music, 2018]The Stroppies - Maddest Moments [Tough Love, 2018]Klein - Last Chance [Self-released…

Every week on Abstract Paradigms we try and break free of the chains of release schedules and commitments, but we never seem to crack it. Despite our failures, we push on, and this week I've collected some sweet new releases and tracks from overseas artists playing in the coming week. Let me know of anything you think I should play or add to the gi…

Tasty treats for your ears this Friday! Listen in and then get out to some shows! Big gig guide, but if you want to suggest more hit me up at michael@abstractparadigms.com.au This week's tracklist:Carolyn Connors - Housework A Problem Get Rid Of The House [Self-released, 2017]Sage Pbbbt - Charms (1) [Tone List, 2017]Betty Apple-??? - I am in the re…

Take the time away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and fall into the caring arms of the podcast nine out of ten critics agree "comes out on a Friday". This week's tracklist:Masses - Worthy [Lost in Fog, 2018]Nick Dan - Miucaud [Self-released, 2018]Orbits - Who put bella down the wych elm? [Whalesmouth, 2014]Blank Realm - Revanche [Hobbie…

This week's episode is late and short, but let's all have a good fun time and enjoy the pleasant weather. Back to normal next week. This week's tracklist:ZÖJ - Doostet Daram Baba Jan [Self-released, 2018]Yoshitake Kawai - Blue [Self-released, 2018]Lara Kills - Hypnic [Self-released, 2017]Slag Queens - lena [Listen, 2018]Mara - Map (onishi) [Self-re…

This week's episode has a surprising amount of live recordings of bands given that the gig guide is briefer than usual. They are all of the finest quality, however, and serve to get you ready to see these bands in the near future right here in this very city.Remember that if you have any ideas for stuff I should play, or gigs I should put in the gi…

A massive but not very long episode with a bunch of cool new releases and stuff being played locally right now. Like, right when this is uploaded. This week's tracklist:Lawrence English - Sonambulist [Room40, 2017]Piss Factory - 377 [Psychic Hysteria, 2018]Todd Anderson-Kunert - It's Taking Forever [nonlinear, 2018]Shelly Knotts - Chroma [Self-rele…

On this week's Abstract Paradigms I don't talk much because my family dog died and I'm sad, but there's still great music to listen to. Have a listen at and tune back in next week when hopefully we get back to normal and the gig guide returns. Tracklist:Compound - Amazed Onlooker [Altered States Tapes, 2018]Music With My Insane Friend - Thereabouts…

A new edition of Abstract Paradigms in which I make several mistakes! See if you can spot them to win the super-prize! Thankfully, none of the music I play is included in those mistakes and the selection of tracks is in fact excellent. This week's tracklist:Snake & Friends - Forever New [RIP Society, 2018]MoE - Mr Tokyo [Conradsound, 2016]Divide an…

The bell tolls! Don't worry, no one has died, it's time for new Abstract Paradigms to get you ready for an immense amount of live music happening this week! I really should get a better alarm so people stop asking me about funerals.Tracklist for this week:The Trendees - Motorcycle (Makes Loud Noise) [Albert's Basement, 2017]Big Yawn - Lowlite [Fall…

We're back to a bit of normality in the second month of the year, but now with episodes coming out on Fridays. This episode has plenty of music being played locally with some exciting new releases of different styles. I'm always on the lookout for new releases, so please feel free to send me links to stuff you think would fit the show! This week's …

Instead of a normal episode this week we're lucky enough to have another interview, this time with Altered States Tapes head and electronic musician Cooper Bowman. A driving force in many notable projects, Cooper makes non-functional dance music as Roman Nails, cathartic industrial as Kneeling Knave, and so much more that it's probably worth just g…

In this interview I have a chat with Grace Kindellan of Melbourne punk-band Wet Lips, and local label Hysterical Records. We talk about Grace's journey to starting Wet Lips, Wetfest, and Hysterical, as well as talk about the band's perseverance in the face of a patriarchal subculture. Check out some of Wet Lips' music at their Bandcamp and check ou…

These busy times call for a quick turnaround. Can't make that meeting? Cancel it and listen to Abstract Paradigms instead. Plans change, but Abstract Paradigms stays the same - even when I try and make an episode really quickly. This week's tracklist:Ili Pika - Ideophone [Self-released, 2017]Clinton Green - Setting for The Iliad [Frustration Jazz, …

In one of the earliest-in-the-morning uploads for Abstract Paradigms we take a look at some incredible local talent with shows coming up soon, an expat who made a return for Make It Up Club's anniversary, and a colossal gig guide for this weekend. Grab your coffee and headphones. This week's tracklist:Kandere - BB Goy [Self-released, 2017]Timothy E…

In the latest Abstract Paradigm Interview, I talk to Sam Eckhardt from Weirdo Mazic, Weirdo With a Dictaphone and Lulu's about DIY music, documenting Melbourne's underground scene, and tracking down rare bootlegs. We listen to some of the releases from Weirdo Mazic, as well as the YMO-backed record that inspired the name. Tracklist:Russell Street B…

The holiday season is over and the vicious grind of reality is setting in, so Abstract Paradigms is back for the new year! Join in the fun by listening to some of the artists showcased at Make It Up Club's 20th Anniversary, check out some powerful sounds by Uboa and Slumberkitty, hear some new stuff from Jake Robertson's "Alien Nosejob" project, an…

The final regular Abstract Paradigms for the year is here with Christmas bells on and ready to fill your stocking with quality music goodness. With Christmas parties and end of year celebrations aplenty, there's a bunch of cool local stuff being performed which I could get ideas for the show from. Join us again on Sunday for another entry into our …

This week on Abstract Paradigms we take a brief peek into an Austrian university before coming back to hear some new and upcoming releases. There's some delightful stuff being played live which we give some time to before getting in our time machine to listen to an unsung pioneer of avant-garde electronic music. The information about Jack Ellitt I …

For number two in our interview series, we're lucky enough to present this hour and a half long episode with fantastic Melbourne-based percussionist, sound artist, and composer Nat Grant. Nat has composed for theatre, dance, installations, and is a seasoned improvisor. She holds a PhD in composition from VCA and has been actively performing in Melb…

This week Abstract Paradigms experiments with an early afternoon release so you have something to listen to when you knock off work. The first beer goes down better when you're listening to a bunch of new releases and music that is happening locally over the next week. Get inspired to have that second beer at a local music venue, rather than alone …

Abstract Paradigms is running late. A day late and a buck short? Nah, there's some really good music here to get you through until your next payday. In this episode we hear some manipulated found sounds, erratic guitar, and a noisey industrial master who has flown all the way from New York to play a tiny record store / bar in Carlton (that is defin…

Abstract Paradigms is proud to present the first in a recurring series of interviews, slated for release every couple of Sundays. The first of these is with sound artist, labelhead at Nice Music, and owner at Polyester Records Simon J Karis. This interview, recorded at Polyester on August 29, 2017 covered Simon's history with making music, running …

It's a historic day - and for once it's not just because there's a new edition of Abstract Paradigms. When you get home from your partying, settle in with a nice warm cup of podcast. This week's tracklist:norachi - C376 [Butter Sessions / NOISE IN MY HEAD, 2017]Booshank - Bully (Deep Daddy) [BSR / NIMH, 2017]Ari Sharp - Desired By None [Self-releas…

There's nothing quite like an ice cold beer to celebrate 10 editions of Abstract Paradigms. Truly, the past 10 weeks have been like no other for the people of Melbourne, Australia, and the world. Be part of history by listening to some good music, or, you know, doing something worthwhile instead. This week's tracklist:Matthew Revert - I Belong To I…

November has come so we can all sleep easy knowing the dream-skeleton is locked away for another year. Don't be too complacent though, as my voice might give you a shocking fright juxtaposed against the excellent sounds of today's episode. With local artists and interstate wanderers, sonic explorers and sound collaborators, there's plenty of stuff …

For generations anglers across the globe have used the humble maggot as prey to reel in the mythical "big one". This week I adopt a similar approach, making use of the lineup of Maggot Fest to reel in the deadliest catch - you, the listener. Throw in some musique concrète from local artists Red Wine & Sugar and a brand new drone piece from Melbourn…

This week there's more than enough for everyone with music from a variety of upcoming shows, as well as highly anticipated releases, glitchy opera, buchla virtuosity and hand-made instruments. The gig guide is very Friday heavy, so you've got no excuses this time buddy - get out there on the weekend and support cool shit. This week's tracklist:Ende…

Today I picked up a new audio interface for recording this podcast. Will this mean higher quality audio? Will this mean I actually know what I'm talking about? Will this do anything??? Probably not, but the track list on this week's show speaks for itself - sus it out and make sure you get to some live music this week. This week's tracklist: Correc…

I think I talk more in this podcast than I have in previous episodes - although that doesn't mean it's high quality discourse. Will this, the first episode of spook-tober, scare you? Is there anything more scary than the current state of the world anyway? Let this podcast guide you to gigs that will help you get mad about it, or at least take your …

Back on the internet with music played live in Melbourne over the past week, coming weeks, far past and probably never. This week's tracklist:Jazz - Ford Broadmeadows [Bank Records, 2017]Francis Plagne - Beach, Dew, Candles [Mould Museum, 2016]Golden Syrup - Take Care [Nice Music, 2017]Sow Discord - I [Self released, 2016]Kompact Development - Nore…

This week has a whole hog of music that is being played live soon or that you already missed. Golly gosh. This week's tracklist: Low Life - Bloodline [Paradise Daily, 2016]Root Rat - Estranged [Self-released, 2017]Activities of Daily Living - Slow Down [Self-released, 2017]Other Places - MEK [it, 2017]Taipan Tiger Girls - NOW THAT YOU LIVE IN SUPER…

This week we pop over to Berlin to see what Necks percussionist Tony Buck is up to before going through a bunch of new releases, plus recent and upcoming performances. This week's tracklist: Tony Buck - Unearth (Excerpt) [Room40, 2017]Roman Nails - AHNT [Beat Concern, 2017]Maria Moles & Adam Halliwell - To-Ji [Nice Music, 2017]Skyline - Beacon [Nic…

Abstract Paradigms is back in podcast form. Join Michael Furner for over an hour of experimental and underground music with a focus on Melbourne. This week's tracklist: Max Kohane and Alex Macfarlane - Day of Unanimity [Hobbies Galore, 2017]Mikey Young - This ? [Hobbies Galore, 2017]Ben Byrne and Rosalind Hall - Live @ Make It Up Club 2014 [Iceage …