Interviews

Ruby Jones will play Studio 5 on Stone Love, celebrating the release of her second album, Souvenir. What can be described as a powerful and deeply reflective new body of work, has been shaped by exploring intergenerational trauma, climate anxiety and cycles of rebirth through sweeping arrangements and striking, image-rich songwriting. Don't miss this special live performance on the air waves ahead of her return to the stage at Northcote Social Club on June 6. 

Cerro's debut solo release "The Infinite Hum" is a 5-track EP blending dubby house and cozy Balearica. Influenced by the four months he spent in Colombia and returning to the neighborhood he grew up in, Cerro put the EP together in a modest travelling studio with a small collection of analogue hardware. Releasing via local imprint Proto Exotica in late June, tune in to hear him chat with Jonny about what went into the creation of his work. 

LA-based Kevin Morby is releasing his eighth studio album, Little Wide Open. Inspired by a road trip he took with his mum in rural Kansas, USA, the album embodies the beauty and openness of the Midwest's surroundings, where Kevin spent his life growing up. Joining Myles on 5ft High and Rising, tune in to hear them catch up about his latest work. 

Mastaneh Nazarian and Sanaz Sadaatfar join Roger on Global Village for an exclusive live to air performance. Both with a rich musical background spanning guitar, oud and the kamancheh, each artist has mastered their craft in a poetic and captivating way. Listen in to hear them share more about their music, its history, and how this intertwines with Iran and its diaspora.

Award-winning Sydney-based guitarist and composer Hilary Geddes brings her quartet to The Jazzlab on Wednesday May 20, presenting music from their sophomore album Redleaf. Tune in from 8pm to hear Geddes talk with Greg Sher about the new album and how it sits at the intersection of contemporary jazz, improvisation and song-driven expression. 

Possible Utopias for Jazz Quintet is the latest work from Laurence Pike, out on May 29 via Spanish label Balmat. Not to be fooled by the name, the album features no jazz quintet - just Pike, his drums and his machines. Tune in to Stars In The Static to hear him catch up with Greg about his show on June 7 at The Jazzlab, which will feature pieces from the new record, some re-imaginings of older music, plus some brand-new stuff.

Hal Langley from 3RRR's Local and/or General joins Brooke on Homebrew for a special community radio crossover. Like Brooke, Hal delivers quality new Australian and NZ releases, focusing on local, emerging artists. Tune in from 4pm for this one-off Radio Festival collaboration which highlights the connection that community radio fosters and its vital place across the wider music scene. 

As this year's Radio Festival kicks off, Brooke Kymberley of Homebrew sits down with Claire for a special edition of Firewater. Brooke's program exemplifies what community radio is all about, shining light on a diverse mix of local and independent releases, championing the talent right here in our backyard. Tune in to hear the pair catch up about why they love PBS and how you can get involved in this year's Radio Festival to support the station!

Rob Rowe joins Helen Jennings from 9am for a special co-presented edition of Roots of Rhythm this Radio Festival. Named the 2025 Industry Icon of the Blues Music Victoria Hall of Fame and President of Way Out West Roots Music Club, Rob Rowe is an integral part of the Roots music scene and an old of friend PBS. Together they share the mic to talk about their wealth of music knowledge, their favourite things about PBS and why community radio plays such an important role in our music scene. 

Joining Helen for the second half of Roots of Rhythm is legendary radio presenter, OAM recipient and musicologist Billy Pinnell. Billy makes his yearly return to the PBS airwaves this Radio Festival to bring you an hour of co-hosted community radio goodness. Tune in from 10am to hear Helen and Billy chat more about their shared love for PBS and how listeners can help 'Fuel the Frequency' of 106.7 FM. 

As the Radio Festival celebrations continue, tune in to this unique edition of Radio City to hear Chris Pearson of Pojama People catch up with Crispi about all things PBS. Alongside Crispi, Chris has been a core part of PBS for over a decade, dedicating his time week-in and out to bring his hand-picked selection of the world of rock to the community radio airwaves. Join the duo to hear them share some of favourite PBS memories, as well as chat more about the perks of joining the station!

PBS has a wonderful team of staff who are busy working behind the scenes to keep the station thriving this Radio Festival. Catch up with Iso and Kayley who are PBS's Marketing and Membership whizzes to hear them chat with Crispi about the importance of Radio Festival and to learn how you can become involved in this dynamic community of music lovers.

Musical worlds collide in this Firewater special as Bevin Campbell joins Claire to chat all things Radio Festival. For over 22 years, alongside co-hosts Emelyne and Beatski, Bevin has been bringing his eclectic selection of sounds to the community radio airwaves, from dubstep to electronica to jungle. Tune in to hear Bevin and Claire chat about how you can help support the station which satisfies all your musical desires.

The beloved duo, Jackey Coyle of Wordy-Gurdy and Helen Jennings, return to Roots of Rhythm to celebrate this year's Radio Festival. In between the pair spinning all things blues and roots, tune in to hear them reflect on what PBS means to them and how it shapes our wider music community. Plus, learn more about the perks of being a PBS member and some of the exciting prizes up for grabs if you sign up to the station this May and June!

Margret RoadKnight returns to the PBS studios for this special co-presented edition of Roots of Rhythm to celebrate Radio Festival. Margret's impressive career, spanning over six decades, has cemented her as a national treasure within Australian blues, jazz and gospel. She joins Helen from 10am to reflect on why supporting PBS means so much to them and to the wider music community. 

As the PBS Radio Festival celebrations continue, Emma Peel of Switched On joins Crispi for a Radio City special. Emma has been sharing unearthed vinyl gems from around the world for over fifteen years on the PBS airwaves while serving as a familiar voice for many every Saturday Arvo. Listen to the beloved announcers share their passion for the PBS community and how you can join to help 'Fuel the Frequency' this Radio Festival. 

In the lead up to the 50th anniversary of Australian punk band X, the band drops in to The Tote on June 27th to play an exciting show with support from The Maggie Pills and Cat Crawl. Ahead of this show, founding member Steve Lucas chats with the Prince of Darkness about the band's history, his solo projects, and lots more. Tune in to Sunglasses After Dark on Thursday from 8pm.