Funk Soul

PBS has the best of new and classic funk, deep soul, crossover, Northern soul, disco and soulful electronic. If you want to find out about the greats of the past of the sounds of today, then PBS has all of your funk and soul needs covered.

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Mondo Freaks Studio 5 Live

Fri 11 Apr 2025
Studio 5 Live

Dynamic 10 piece funk band Mondo Freaks have recently released their EP Bells Are Ringing which showcases their distinct take on the infectious rhythms of late '70s and early '80s funk. Over the past decade, the Naarm/Melbourne based band have built a devoted following with their unique blend of funk classics and deep cuts, bridging the gap between the originals and their influence on modern hip hop, RnB, and pop music.

Liz Stringer - The Second High

Mon 7 Apr 2025 to Sun 13 Apr 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is The Second High, the seventh studio album from Australian singer-songwriter Liz Stringer.

Alexander Flood - ARTIFACTUAL RHYTHM

Mon 31 Mar 2025 to Sun 6 Apr 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is ARTIFACTUAL RHYTHM, the fourth studio album from beat-master Alexander Flood. Possessing a finessed arsenal of groove, power, and expertise on the drums, Flood's unique sound and approach on the instrument has been crafted through many years of study, training and dedication to music.

The 5.6.7.8's - Best Hits of the 5.6.7.8's

Mon 24 Mar 2025 to Sun 30 Mar 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is a Best Hits of The 5.6.7.8's by Tokyo's rockin' retro trio.

Best Hits of The 5.6.7.8's features 14 tracks hand selected by the group to represent some of their favourite recordings over the past 39 years together. 

The 5.6.7.8's are like a turbocharged time machine, blastin' back to the sweet sounds of yesteryear while pushing the envelope with innovative jams. Their authentic vibe and fearless genre mashups make them icons of the indie and retro scenes. 

Sunday Sounds: Flight 1067 to Africa and Global Village LIVE at City Hall

Sun 23 Mar 2025
PBS Events

Kingston Arts and PBS present Live at City Hall: Sunday Sounds, a series of free performances by some of Naarm/Melbourne’s best bands and PBS DJs at Kingston City Hall in Moorabbin. Kick back, relax and enjoy live music in a family friendly atmosphere.

The Sunday gigs are fun for all ages – relax, enjoy the summer vibes and soak in the tunes.

DARKSIDE - Nothing

Mon 17 Mar 2025 to Sun 23 Mar 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is Nothing, the third album from DARKSIDE and the first that the group – founded by Nicolas Jaar and Dave Harrington – have completed as a trio with new drummer Tlacael Esparza. Nothing is nine transmissions of negative space, telepathic seance, and spectral improvisation.

Charlie Needs Braces - NYAA WA

Mon 10 Mar 2025 to Sun 16 Mar 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is NYAA WA by Naarm/Melbourne duo Charlie Needs Braces. 

NYAA WA means 'take care' in Charlie's mob’s GuriNgai language, and the songs on the album emphasise the importance of taking care of lands, waters, and wildlife, and the need to keep culture alive, tell stories, and preserve sacred sites from development. 

Listen Back: International Women's Day 2025

Sat 8 Mar 2025
PBS News

March 8 was International Women’s Day!   

To mark the occasion, PBS programmed a full 24 hours of radio celebrating the incredible women and gender diverse musicians and DJs in our community.   

Listen back to hear some of your favourite shows presented by the amazing women and non-binary folk of PBS, including iconic announcers, live performances, special guest presenters and heaps more.

International Women's Day 2025 schedule:

Port Fairy Folk Festival 2025

Fri 7 Mar 2025 to Mon 10 Mar 2025
PBS Presents

Port Fairy Folk Festival extends its line-up with another 15 artists joining the seaside celebration, taking place across the March long weekend.

The Cloud Maker - The Cloud Maker

Mon 3 Mar 2025 to Sun 9 Mar 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is the debut self-titled album by female collective The Cloud Maker.

With this exciting release, the genre-defying group invite listeners on a sonic journey that taps into mystical traditions, transcending boundaries of folk, world and experimental music. Inspired by legendary figures and timeless myths from diverse cultures, The Cloud Maker's music channels a unique blend of enchanting melodies and powerful storytelling.