From Asian pop to dub and reggae, indigenous hip-hop to Balkan beats, African rhythms to Arabic influence, vibrant Latin flavours to folk music from across the globe, and incredible eclectic fusions from disparate cultures, PBS brings our musical world to you.

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Fri 29 Nov 2019 to Sun 1 Dec 2019

The smiles, the sunburn, the sky and the clouds.

Fri 22 Nov 2019

Part of Melbourne Music Week

Fri 22 Nov 2019

Solomon Sisay is a world-class musician who shot to fame as saxophone player for the Axumite Band, a legendary outfit in Ethiopia.

40 years of PBS book cover
Wed 20 Nov 2019 to Fri 20 Nov 2020

For the first time, PBS’ history has been collated in print and made available to the public. PBS' 40-year book features rare and (in some cases) previously unseen photos, posters and other historical artefacts to capture the rich and diverse history of the station and our music community.

Thu 14 Nov 2019

12 city venues will open their doors for free, for one huge night!

Wed 13 Nov 2019 to Sun 24 Nov 2019

This multi-authored performance examines the parallels between    the asylum seeker and the actor, exploring the 

power relationships and protocols of the audition process.

Sun 10 Nov 2019

You’d be MAD to miss out as Jamaican Music & Food Festival - anthem-after-anthem of reggae, guaranteed positive vibes, and authentic , delicious food.

Sat 9 Nov 2019

Listen back here to catch Richie Stephens and The Ska Vendors' Studio 5 Live session. Proudly brought to you by Mountain Goat.

Thu 7 Nov 2019 to Thu 1 Jul 2021

PBS needs your help to Make It Home as we move to The Collingwood Arts Precinct.

Sat 26 Oct 2019

Artists from multicultural backgrounds unite for a day of dynamic artistic exchange, performance and discourse, in creative pursuit of a future worth sharing.