Interviews

On June 8th, RISING's Day Tripper laces Melbourne Town Hall, Capitol Theatre, and Max Watt’s with a big old day party in the middle of the long weekend, featuring such wonderful artists as Yasiin Bey, Asha Puthli, HTRK and Surprise Chef. Closing things down with a captivating set of live electronic composition is Polito, Melbourne's own techno dance troupe. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread to hear from Polito member Robert Downie who will play a special guest mix on the Wheels of Steel.

As part of his 2-hour special on acclaimed Aussie punk outfit Radio Birdman, Phil MacDougall chats with the band's founding member Rob Younger about the band's beginnings in Sydney's punk scene half a century ago, their breakup and reunion, and various studio albums. Tune in to Sunglasses After Dark on Thursday night from 8pm to hear this exclusive interview.

The Fiction - a high-energy, pop-punk band that formed in 1978 during the explosion of Punk and New Wave in Melbourne. 40 years on and the band release ‘Hollywood’, a Punk album with nods to the Buzzcocks and the Undertones. Tune into Junkyard as Mike chats with Rob Wellington and Rob Griffiths from The Fiction about the band's history, and the launch of their new album 'Hollywood' at the Brunswick Ballroom on the 31st of May.

Adelaide band The Cold Field are easily Australia's best current darkwave band, gaining traction overseas by signing onto Germany's Cold Transmission label. In advance of the release of their 3rd album 'Alive' and upcoming Australian tour, the band's singer, songwriter and guitarist, Ian, joins Kristen on the Bleeding Black Hearts Revue to talk all things The Cold Field.

To celebrate 13 years of Kickin’ The B @ Bar 303, Paul Williamson's Hammond Combo, Mini Melt and Buttered Loaf will be putting on a special evening to celebrate their 13th birthday. Tune into Jumpin’ The Blues as Tom chats with Gary Jones about the special event and what to expect on the night.

Possessing a voice that invites comparison with the blues of Muddy Waters, and the soul of Ray Charles, Andy Cowan is a piano and keyboard player containing both energy and melodic beauty. His songwriting and performing skills give him a strength and quality that define him as the complete artistic entity. Tune into Roots of Rhythm as Helen chats with Andy about his new album ‘Undercover’.

Three-time Australian Blues Music Award winners Blues Arcadia are coming to Melbourne this June 1st to celebrate unleashing their second album ‘Now Or Never’. Influenced by the legendary soul of Stax and Motown, Blues Arcadia creates a unique, dirty-soul sound delivered with swagger, style, and sensitivity. Tune into Roots of Rhythm as Helen chats with frontman Al Boyle about the band’s music and upcoming show in Melbourne.

Reliqa – the progressive-metal band out of Sydney that are making waves in the global metal scene. With their debut album ‘Secrets Of The Future’ soon to be released via Nuclear Blast Records, Reliqa will be tour this June and stopping by Melbourne’s Bergy Bandroom on the 15th. Tune into Tyrannocoreus as Ryan chats with lead signer Monique Pym about the band's success and their upcoming album release.

Sydney-based psych/space/stoner band Robot God blend space rock with traditional stoner and psychedelia on their recent album Portal Within. Tune in to Pojama People to hear the band get into some good ol' fashioned stoner banter with Chris Pearson.

Gareth Skinner has a very colourful musical history, playing in some of the 90s most ‘out there’ acts (Bzark/Ergot Derivative) as well as being a guest musician for some ARIA topping albums. In recent years, Gareth has been a full-time member of The Sand Pebbles as well as developing his own music, resulting in Gareth’s debut band album 'Off // Axis.' Tune in to Pojama People to hear from Gareth about the album and some upcoming shows.

Local guitarist and composer Robbie Belchamber weaves together jazz and folk Brazilian and West African motifs in his delicate fingerpicking guitar style, presenting intricate arrangements inspired by Naarm's northern waterways. Out on Dune Castle Records, Robbie's upcoming offering, Shallow Crossing, offers an ethereal acoustic soundscape featuring vocals from Grace Robinson. He drops in for a visit on Headhunters, to chat about this exciting new release and to play a couple of live songs.

It's Radio Festival at PBS106.7FM and Phil from Sunglasses After Dark brings in special guests Kristen Solury from Bleeding Black Hearts Revue and fellow PBS announcer Rodney Shah. They'll be chatting about all things PBS and how this radio station is the heart that keeps its community ticking.

As Radio Festival kicks off at PBS 106.7FM, our announcers share their deep-seated love for this community-driven radio station. Tune into Radio City as Crispi chats with announcers Lyndelle from The Afterglow and Claire from Firewater about their passion for PBS and how the good people of Melbourne can keep our station alive!

Former music director, music journalist and radio presenter Billy Pinnell comes into the studio to share his wisdom and words about PBS on Roots and Rhythm. Join Helen on Roots and Rhythm as she chats with Billy Pinnell about this powerful community-driven radio station.

It's Radio Festival here at PBS, where our announcers share their passion for this community-driven radio station. Join Helen on Roots of Rhythm as she chats with special guest Chris Pearson, exploring all things PBS.

It’s Radio Festival here at PBS and Phil from Sunglasses After Dark welcomes to his show the voice behind Firewater, Claire Stuchbery, as well as fellow PBS announcer, Rodney Shah. Tune into Sunglasses After Dark as Claire, Rodney and Phil dive into the heart of this community-driven radio station, discussing how each and every one of us can play a part in keeping these vibrant shows alive on the airwaves, year after year.

It’s Radio Festival here at PBS 106.7FM and our announcers are diving deep into all things that fuel their love for this community-driven radio station. Tune into Radio City as Crispi chats with announcers Chris from Pojama People and Myles from 5ft High & Rising about their passion for PBS and how all listeners have the power to keep this station afloat.

It’s Radio Festival here at PBS 106.7FM and Helen from Roots of Rhythm will be joined by jazz/blues/folk icon, Margret RoadKnight. Tune in this Wednesday as Helen chats to Margret RoadKnight about all things PBS!

It’s Radio Festival here at PBS and local writer, researcher and broadcaster, Jackey Coyle comes in to share her passion for this community-driven radio station on her half hour segment, “Wordy Gurdy”. Tune into Roots of Rhythm this Wednesday as Helen chats with Jackey.

Ensemble Offspring are a visceral, joyous music group that supports education, community and indigenous composer programs. Lead by internationally acclaimed percussionist Claire Edwardes, Cas from The Modernist chats to Claire about Ensemble Offspring and the many community-driven values that they share with PBS.