In Ya Face

Matt Gleeson and I have presented back-to-back radio shows on 3CR for three decades. I interviewed Matt about some of the many memorable live-to-air music performances he has presented on Burning Vinyl, including Cat Power and Legends of Motorsport, as 3CR celebrates 50 years on air.
Matt is part of 'The Melbourne Sound' - a genre associated with certain Melbourne bands in the 90s and early 2000s, including his bands The Stabs and Bowl Of D**k. Matt has drummed on global tours, supporting Placebo and Mud Honey. Matt DJs as Buffy Tufnel.

Celebrating 50 Years of 3CR with Burning Vinyl Presenter Matt Gleeson: a special interview for Radiothon 2026 Matt Gleeson from Burning Vinyl and James McKenzie from In Ya Face reflect on broadcasting back-to-back shows together for three decades, as 3CR celebrates 50 years on air. Matt recalls some of the most memorable live-to-air performances he has presented, including Cat Power and Legends of Motorspor...

"In My Stride," the inspirational music trajectory of DJ D-KRAM - a podcast feature. Image: interviewer James McKenzie with D-KRAM.

DJ D-KRAM Interview Celebrating New Music Releases In My Stride and Ruff With U (Slap It Ruff) DJ and music producer D-KRAM joins James for a phone interview from his home in north-west Victoria to celebrate his new music releases. D-KRAM describes his music videos, shares anecdotes from his career as a DJ and reflects on his prolific wave of music production at 61. Includes samples from In M...

From the Vault.
In the studio with DJ D-KRAM.

Thank you to all the generous folks who supported us during Friday's show. Your love and support keeps us on air for another year and embodies the spirit of why Radio 3CR has achieved 50 years of broadcasting. Thank you xx

Thea opens up about voice dysphoria, Autism and challenges as a trans woman in relationships with men. Some fans disowned her when she transitioned, some DJs embraced her, but she has always continued her career, even when living in a hostel, precariously housed. Thea always pivots creatively. Inspiring.
Thea had an internationally renowned career in trance music, writing and singing collaborations with global DJs. Many have danced to her hits in clubs around the world. Yet she has struggled for recognition in Australia, especially from our very own LGBTIQA+ community. Despite this, she is optimistic, breaking into song to give us a snippet of her upcoming release with US rapper Darwin. A fun, candid and spontaneous interview that includes three of her trance classics and more recent songs.

In Ya Face Radiothon show with Thea Riley and James McKenzie Thea Riley joins James in the studio for our Radiothon show tradition, featuring Thea's music and plenty of chat. Thanks to all the wonderful people who donated. Jacob & Mercedes from A Friday Rave join us for an encore at the end of the show. GiveNow - In Ya Face 3CR Radiothon 2026

A lovely treat to be joined by our dear friend of the show Thea Riley. We have a June tradition of chatting in the studio and playing Thea's music. We focused on her trance era this year, with selections from her decade in the genre and then pivoted to more recent styles, such as her collaboration with US rapper Darwin. Thank you Thea Jane Riley - everyone loved hearing your voice and seeing you at the station.