Program Information
Roots of Rhythm
Helen Jennings
A diverse mix of Blues, Roots & Jazz, classic and contemporary, with an emphasis on Australian new releases. Interviews, both local & international, are a major component, including ‘live to airs’.
Lots of news and views, with a weekly gig guide.
I love turning listeners onto the music that I love, and given the diversity of the mix, enjoy the feedback of their reactions. It could be classic New Orleans Jazz, or evocative blues piano; it could be a community choir, or some real low-down dirty rhythm; music that will lift your soul. Music chosen with passion that has sustained Roots of Rhythm for 30 years.
Upcoming Interviews
Interview
Phone
Ross "Rooster" Mortimer
Wed 8 Feb 2023 09:30
To celebrate the life of the late Noel Goodwin who was a founding member of MBAS and life member to Root of Rhythm. Fellow MBAS member Ross "Rooster" Mortimer has organised a tribute gig at Central Club Hotel, Richmond on February 12, that will feature some of Melbourne finest blues musicians. Ross calls by PBS for a chat.
Interview
In Studio
Ben Wicks // Blues Roulette
Wed 8 Feb 2023 10:15
From humble beginnings at Melbourne venue The Catfish, rhythm section Blues Roulette have carved out a unique approach to performing by backing an ever rotating cast of some of Australia's finest blues musicians. Bassist Ben Wicks calls by the studio to tell listeners and what's in store for their performance at Port Fairy Folk Festival 2023.
Interview
In Studio
Rob Walker
Wed 15 Feb 2023 10:15
After three years of absence Australia’s flagship guitar festival event is coming back in March 2023. The 2023 festival will feature over 60 brands and guitarists sharing their talents, skills and workshops. Event founder and organiser Rob Walker calls in to the station to talk to Helen about what the punters can expect.
Interview
In Studio
Neil Croker
Wed 22 Feb 2023 10:15
Launching in 1990, Byron Bay Blues Festival has become Australia’s premier contemporary Blues & Roots music festival. 2023 will see Bluesfest venture to Melbourne for the very first time. Across two incredible days April 8 - 9, Bluesfest Melbourne will feature International and Australian talent including, Buddy Guy, The Doobie Brothers Henry Wagons, Kasey Chambers, Keb’ Mo’, Lucinda Williams and many, many more. Neil Croker from Melbourne Bluesfest stops by Roots of Rhythm for a chat.
Interview
In Studio
Al Boyle & Chris Harvey // Blues Arcadia
Wed 15 Mar 2023 10:15
Blues Arcadia are releasing their second full-length studio album 'Now Or Never' and introducing it to this great southern land they are blasting off on their biggest ever interstate tour. Vocalist Al Boyle and guitarist Chris Harvey drop by Roots of Rhythm to talk about the band's shows across Victoria.
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