Studio 5 Live

From the very start, PBS 106.7FM has led the way for all Melburnians to experience live music with broadcasts from the back of the Prince of Wales in St Kilda more than 30 years ago.

That strong live music tradition continues with PBS Studio 5 Live, weekly live performance broadcasts from the PBS studios. The vibe is grassroots, with an unwavering commitment to quality and diversity.
The sessions consist of a half hour live set and a short interview with one of our announcers.

For info on upcoming PBS Studio 5 Live performances, tune in to the Breakfast Spread’s Studio 5 Archive on Tuesdays at 7.15am or follow us on Twitter @pbsfm. You can also keep your eyes on this page for info on what's ahead, watch, or listen back through the on line audio archive.

The Studio 5 alumni includes Kylie Auldist, Billy Bragg, Arrested Development, The Dirtbombs, Heavy Trash, The Drones, Eddy Current Suppression Ring, Screaming Females, Terry, Xylouris White, John Foxx, Joe Chindamo, DJ Baku, Eilen Jewel, Syl Johnson, The Bamboos, Justin Townes Earle, Fred and Toody and Mista Savona.

PBS Studio 5 Live is proudly brought to you by Mountain Goat.

News

The Breakfast Spread LIVE from Fed Square

Thu 27 Nov 2025
PBS Events
Free Event

Join PBS for a special live broadcast of The Breakfast Spread at Fed Square,  6am to 9am Thursday November 27.  Pop down or tune in for a special edition of The Breakfast Spread featuring hosts Claire Dickson and Milo Eastwood, plus live sets from special guests SHOUSE and WILSN.  

Running times:

06:00am - Claire Dickson & Milo Eastwood

07:15am - WILSN - live

08:15am - SHOUSE - live

Toody Cole & Her Band Studio 5 Live

Thu 20 Nov 2025
Studio 5 Live

Toody Cole, co-founder and mainstay of iconic Oregon group Dead Moon and the godmother of raw DIY rock 'n' roll, returns to Australia for the first time fronting her own band, following three decades of appearances here with Dead Moon, Pierced Arrows and as a duo with her late great husband Fred Cole. In Toody Cole & Her Band, she is joined by Kelly Haliburton and Christopher March (on drums and guitar respectively) of fellow Oregon outfit Jenny Don't & The Spurs. 

Cookin’ On 3 Burners Studio 5 Live

Wed 12 Nov 2025
Studio 5 Live

Hot off the griddle, Cookin’ The Books is the long-awaited new album from Australia’s kings of Hammond soul, Cookin’ On 3 Burners. Their first studio LP in six years finds the trio in top form - deep in the pocket, wide in scope and stacked with heavyweight collaborators. 

Watch: The Prize Studio 5 Live

Thu 6 Nov 2025
Studio 5 Live

Naarm's fave three-guitar rock'n'roll power poppers The Prize have recently released their long-awaited debut album In The Red on Anti Fade Records in Australia and Goner Records in the USA. 

Spring Renewal 2025 Prize Winners Announced!

Thu 6 Nov 2025
PBS News

Everyone that joined or renewed their PBS membership during our October Spring Renewal membership drive went in the draw to win one of three great prizes - and the winners have just been announced!

1st Prize: Bobby from Seddon West, Proud Member of Hippopotamus rex
A luxury vineyard accommodation package from Mount Avoca Organic Winery

Watch: The Cloud Maker Studio 5 Live

Mon 3 Nov 2025
Studio 5 Live

The Cloud Maker is a collective of female creatives. This project gathers together their own strengths and takes on the powerful themes inspired from the goddesses from each of their cultures. Channelling ancient tales of fierce battles, shaman dances, journeys to the after-life, and a moth goddess singing the most beautiful song of all time, The Cloud Maker harnesses the power of these archetypal stories to transport listeners across time and space.

Powerplant Studio 5 Live

Tue 21 Oct 2025
Studio 5 Live

UK's Powerplant have come a long way from rocking in the bedroom to playing hard on the world stage, cementing their status with catchy music and striking art from its very beginning. The debut synth-punk album People in the Sun took the internet by storm in 2019, created solely by the band leader Theo Zhykharyev. It captivated the world with eccentric bass lines, fuzzy synthesisers and touching lyrics. It landed on ‘Best of…’ lists by Pitchfork and Bandcamp, receiving nods from Iggy Pop and Henry Rollins. 

On Diamond - Melon on the Vine

Mon 20 Oct 2025 to Sun 26 Oct 2025
Feature Sounds

This week's PBS Feature Album is On Diamond's Melon on the Vine.

The second album from alternative/experimental pop band On Diamond, Melon on the Vine explores themes of time, grief and desire, while centering on the pursuit of connection.

The band’s distinctive sound unfurls with expressive detail, bringing each song’s world to life. Imagery of rotting fruit, crawling mountains, and rogue sheep evoke dysfunction in a dream-like reflection of personal and collective realities.

Stay Soft Market X PBS Live Broadcast From Collingwood Yards 2025

Sat 18 Oct 2025
PBS Events

Stay Soft Market and PBS are joining forces Saturday October 18!   

Join us in the Collingwood Yards courtyard from 2pm 'til 9pm for sets from DJ Luv You and Stardust’s Ella Stoeckli.

From 3pm, check out our live broadcast of Tiger Beats Elephant Grooves and Babylon Burning in the courtyard, both featuring special guests.   

Loretta Miller Studio 5 Live

Fri 10 Oct 2025
Studio 5 Live

Naarm/Melbourne vocalist Loretta Miller has made a name for herself as the powerhouse front woman of touring act JAZZPARTY, electrifying audiences with her undeniable natural talent. Having been likened to Dolly Parton (after a bottle of whisky), put a song in front of her and she’ll sing the house down. Her star shines brightest at the gritty intersection of soul, country, rock n roll and Americana.