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Out of the Box

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Each week, we delve into someone's record collection and talk about the music they love, the life they lead and how the two interact. Hosted by Matt Do and Nick Hibbs. Track lists every week at fbiradio.com/program/out-of-the-box/ Subscribe on iTunes or elsewhere.Artwork by Julia Hemens (@julia.hemens).

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On today’s episode, we have Sydney’s alt-pop veteran, Sparrows. Corporeal and fantastical, Jess Nitties microdoses whimsy and manifests her internal worlds. Her music is a tapestry of sound design, weaving familiar pop elements with ornamental percus... more

Today's guest is one of the most distinctive voices in hip hop today. For more than two decades, New York rapper Billy Woods has built a reputation for his vivid storytelling and thoughtful, densely layered political lyricism, which mirror his fierce... more

In a digital age where misinformation propagates - originality thrives. Our guest on the show today, Gigi’s Theory, creates a space for the culturally curious. Deep diving into the pockets of music, fashion, and art, she identifies tastemakers, highl... more

Today’s guest is one i’ve been trying to get on the show for almost a year, seriously, our conversation starts back in November. A DJ and producer who really questions the idea of “genre” by fluently floating between every different form of electroni... more

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Recent Guests

Jess Nitties
Sydney alt-pop artist known as Sparrows
Episode: SPARROWS
Billy Woods
New York rapper known for dense political lyricism and storytelling
self
Episode: BILLY WOODS
Gigi's Theory
Creator/content creator focused on music, fashion, and art
Melbourne art scene
Episode: GIGISTHEORY
Tyler Brown
Rapper known as T Breezy, Gamilarai from Inverell
Independent artist
Episode: T BREEZY
Violet Grohl
Artist; debut album Be Sweet to Me
Be Sweet to Me
Episode: VIOLET GROHL
Daveed Diggs
Member of Clipping
Clipping
Episode: CLIPPING.
William Hudson
Member of Clipping
Clipping
Episode: CLIPPING.
Daniel Avery
Artist, electronic musician and DJ
Episode: DANIEL AVERY
Nick (Guncle Diaries)
Social commentator, influencer, beauty advisor
Guncle Diaries
Episode: GUNCLE DIARIES

Hosts

Nick Hibbs
Host of Out of the Box, FBI Radio 94.5
Matt Do
Host of Out of the Box, FBI Radio 94.5

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Out of the Box review

    I so enjoy to hear Mia’s interviews - she has such an engaging respectful style and has so thoroughly done her research so the conversation always flows very easily with warmth and a relaxed energy. This is real skill!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaxPlus
    Australia5 years ago
  • Ana Maria Belo

    The one about Ana Maria Belo is great and after being in a workshop with her. She really is an amazing person and this is captures her really well! 😀

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    KitKat_Smartie
    Australia5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the warm energy and easy conversation that makes guests feel at home.
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EALING
Q: What was Brisbane's beat scene like, and how did growing up there influence your music and career choices?
Brisbane's beat scene is warm, community-driven, and relaxed, which fostered early collaboration and a sense of community; moving to Sydney was driven by a desire for more opportunities, while Brisbane's scene remains a foundational, supportive influence on his approach to making music and building communities.
EALING
Q: Tell me about Fire Escape; was it all written and made in Taiwan?
Fire Escape was a mix of material written in Taiwan and pre-existing tracks developed or edited for release; the project is part of a longer plan to continuously release work tied to a broader narrative universe, with ongoing collaboration through General Merchant and a goal to release yearly installments.
GIGISTHEORY
Q: What are your ambitions beyond the online world?
She envisions a television show with education segments, artist interviews, and DIY culture features, designed to spotlight non-mainstream music and nurture a broader audience.
BILLY WOODS
Q: How did your environment and upbringing shape your approach to storytelling in music?
Woods discusses a well‑read household, immigrant family dynamics, and a childhood shaped by books, cinema, and a strong political awareness, which together nurtured a deep appreciation for narrative detail and social commentary in his rap.
SESAME GIRL
Q: How did you approach the creation of Superstar and its place on the record?
They explain starting with Heather's vocal presence and building guitars around it, a more intimate approach produced with Simon Lamb, aiming for a quieter, more front-and-center vocal dynamic that fits the song's friendship theme.

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This show spotlights music lovers who merge deep record-collection insight with candid storytelling about life and artistry. Episodes span electronic and indie scenes, with interviews ranging from up-and-coming artists to celebrated performers, plus discussions of production techniques, touring, and creative processes. Listeners likely value authentic conversations, backstage glimpses, and the human side of making music. A standout trait is the hosts' warm, respectful interviewing style and a track-focused approach that connects personal experiences to sonic taste. The format tends to blend artist profiles with practical takeaways for aspiring musicians, managers, and music enthusiasts considering careers in audio, production, or media.

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1. Jess Nitties
2. Billy Woods
3. Gigi's Theory
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7. William Hudson
8. Daniel Avery

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