The J Files in October: Divinyls, Beck, Will Oldham, The Velvet Underground + Aphex Twin

After a huge couple of months investigating artists like Massive AttackBob Dylan and Jeff Buckley, as well as themes like songs from 1994 and the Riot Grrrl movement, The J Files continue to bring you the stories behind some of the greatest artists of our time.

In October the station will take a look at BeckDivinyls, The Velvet Underground and more.

8pm Thurs 2 October: Divinyls presented by Caz Tran
Australian pub rock was booming in the early ’80s. AC/DC had become an international success story and Cold Chisel and Midnight Oil were Australian heroes. The Divinyls emerged through this with a striking point of difference. Chrissie Amphlett was a bold, strong female voice and rock’n’roll was no longer a boys club.

8pm Thurs 9 October: Beck presented by Sarah Howells
From his anti-folk roots, through the bombastic pop masterpieces that made up mid-period records like OdelayMutations and Midnite Vultures, to the heartbreaking Sea Change and Morning PhaseBeck has been a multi-faceted and brilliantly talented artist for over two decades.

8pm Thurs 16 October: Will Oldham presented by Gemma Pike
Will Oldham is one of indie music’s most enigmatic, prolific and heralded figures. Johnny Cash has covered him, Björk has championed him and his songwriting has influenced many. We explore his vast catalogue and try to learn a little more about this most elusive artist known as Bonnie Prince Billy.

8pm Thurs 23 October: The Velvet Underground presented by Francis Leach
One of history’s most dangerous, daring and influential bands, The Velvet Underground need little introduction. Tune in for rarities, archival interviews and the seminal music and art of Lou Reed, John Cale, Nico, Warhol and the band.

8pm Thurs 30 October: Aphex Twin presented by Tim Shiel
Aphex Twin
 has been hailed as one of electronic music’s most inventive and influential producers and the release of Syro, his first album in 13 years, confirms that. Get your head warped by the incredibly creative and talented producer.

Listen to The J Files on Double J from 8 – 10pm Thursdays and stream each show for a week afterwards. Plus read an in-depth online feature and share your stories on the websitefacebook and by tagging #JFiles on Twitter.

Artist In Residence in October: Henry Wagons

Each month Double J’s Artist in Residence curates a month long radio series, with a different theme, style or idea explored each week. So far Iggy PopRobert ForsterThe Cat Empire, Henry RollinsAdalita and Kevin Mitchellhave given us their unique take on music. Now it’s Henry Wagons turn.  

Henry Wagons is a songwriter and music enthusiast, best known as the dynamic frontman of Melbourne’s Wagons. His albums are a melange of country, rock’n’roll, classic pop and folk balladry, inspired by his diverse musical loves. He’ll be shining a spotlight on Musical Greatness, celebrating artists that have left a mark on popular music through their song writing, performances and unique personas, with themes of ‘The Great Front People’, ‘The Great Duets’, ‘The Great Influencers’ and ‘The Great Career Artists’.

Henry says ‘It’ll be like you are back at my place after a big night out, listening and gasbagging about some amazing records! I’m planning a rigorous investigation into the difference between the good and the truly great and those musical exceptions to the rule.’

Listen to Artist In Residence on Double J from 3 – 5pm Sundays and stream each show for a week afterwards.

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