MJ Lenderman from Asheville, North Carolina performs under his own name and with Wednesday. Both bands are touring Australia for the first time. Calling in from backstage at a Wednesday show in Brisbane, Lenderman elaborates on his recent live album, his boat driving ability, pro wrestling and working at an ice cream shop. It's a freewheeling conversation, just like the extended versions of his songs in concert.

MJ Lenderman performs at Howler on March 5.

Wednesday perform at Estonian House on March 6

Both perform at Golden Plains this coming weekend.