Interviews

‘Grass: A Nation’s Battle for Life’ is a Persian documentary from 1925 by Merian C. Cooper that follows the journey of the Bakhtiari, an impoverished nomadic tribe in Iran, in their never-ending search for fresh grass for their herds. Almost a hundred years after the documentary's release, Gelareh Pour and Brian O’Dwyer of ZÖJ have composed a score for it. Julie and Lucy spoke to ZÖJ about performing the score live alongside a special screening of the documentary at The Astor Theatre on March 1.

1965 was the year of Bill Jackson's musical awakening, coinciding with what some would describe as a watershed and revolutionary year in music. In 2023, Bill paid homage to this awakening with the release of his album '1965.' Bill and album engineer Kerryn Tolhurst drop in to Roots of Rhythm to talk about the album.

Known for finger-picking guitar and cigarbox instruments, Fiona Boyes' performances range from Delta slide, gritty Mississippi riffs, to intricate country blues and heartfelt ballads. Tune in to Roots of Rhythm to hear the internationally recognised blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter talk about her performance at Port Fairy Folk Festival 2024.

Aotearoa / New Zealand-based speed metal pests Stälker are set to support Midnight on their upcoming national tour, playing Melbourne on March 1 at Max Watts. They're bringing drummer Matt 'Skitz' Sanders (Diabolical Rites/Damaged/Blood Duster/King Parrot) along for the ride! Matt joins Daif and Chris from Stälker for a chat on Burning Bitumen this week, and Kene has no way of knowing the craziness they’ll talk about. You'll just have to tune in and try and keep up with the madness.

Boasting an all-star lineup of incredible players, Infectious Grooves make their long-awaited return to Australia to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their self-titled debut. Vocalist Mike Muir talks to Kene about the tour. Tune in to Burning Bitumen on Tuesday evening to hear their conversation.

When Sleater-Kinney's latest album Little Rope dropped, PBS's Sarah Blaby managed to have a chat with core members Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker who formed the band around this time 30 years ago. You can hear the entire interview on Pojama People when Chris Pearson invites Blaby to co-host the second half of his show on the last Tuesday of February for what will be a special segment about the riot grrrl movement.

Join Brunswick Music Festival for its inaugural Night Bowls at Brunswick Bowls Club. Featuring Don't Thank Me, Spank Me!, Eggy, Kosmetika and Obscura Hail. Eggy and event organizer Jas Moore join Jordan to talk about the event happening March 5.

EVERYBODY ROCKS! showcases disabled musicians and allies. This mixed genre event boasts a line-up of acts with members who identify under the broad banner of disability. Featuring indie-punk rockers Rhysics, Billiam & The Split Bills, Inkrewsive HipHop Crew and alt-folk band Sibyl. Event organizers Rhys and Chloe chat to Jordan about the event taking place as part of the Brunswick Music Festival on March 7.

Poet laureate of the apocalypse Camae Ayewa, a.k.a. Moor Mother, is a masterful cacophonist who takes on themes of Afrofuturism and collective memory with the fore bearers of jazz, hip hop and beat poetry in mind. Performing alongside Lonnie Holley with the backing of the sublime jazz quintet Irreversible Entanglements, Ayewa graces Melbourne Recital Centre with her creative chemistry and sonic provocations this Wednesday night. Tune in to Mystic Brew to hear more.

A prominent figure in the dance music world for the last three decades, Ron Trent emerged from Chicago’s early underground music scenes in the ‘80’s, before quickly becoming a luminary in the city’s landscape. Ahead of his headline show on March 3rd at Northcote Theatre, Ron chatted with Mike Gurrieri about his pivotal role in shaping deep house music.

Known for her transformative live performances and truthful storytelling, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Angie McMahon is one of Australia’s best musical talents. Ahead of her 'Making It Through Tour' across Australia and New Zealand this May/June, Angie drops in to PBS for a candid chat with Milo and to grace us with a live song.

Known for her electrifying performances and deep knowledge of music, AROHA redefines sonic landscapes with a fusion of house and techno with elements of breakbeat, electro, footwork and UK bass, forging a signature sound. AROHA catches up with Elle about Pitch Festival, March 8 - 12 and spins some tunes.

Local instrumentalists Birdsnake's debut EP 'Birdnsanke Begins' is a flavorsome and varied body of work showcasing the group’s love for synthesizers and pulsating beats. We love it lots here at PBS and ran it as a feature album when it came out. Now that the band is gearing up for the EP launch at Malthouse Theatre on March 1st, they dropped in for a chat with Lloyd Briggs on Deeep Space.

Earlier this month, 23-year-old singer and composer Julia Wallace moved to Melbourne from Perth to cut her teeth as a producer here. She has wasted no time, dropping an EP titled 'Across the Water’ just last week and making her pilgrimage to PBS where she will chat to Milo first thing on Monday morning. Tune in to The Breakfast Spread to hear her play a couple of live songs in-studio too.

Originally from the Spanish city Jerez de la Frontera and now based in Newcastle, NSW, flamenco guitarist Paco Lara drops by the Global Village following his concert in Kensington Town Hall that afternoon, to play some music and talk about his journey through flamenco - and his concerts coming up at Bird's Basement later in the year on 20 July and 9 November.

Eastern Torres Strait Islander Artist Kiwat Kennell recently released his debut EP "Project Kiwat," a 4-track EP that blends hiphop, indie rock and pop fusion. Straight off the back of the EP launch at the Curtin, Kiwat visits PBS for a conversation with Suzi Hutchings on Subway Sounds. Tune in Saturday night from 7pm.

Known for her energic and eclectic stylings and grounded groove, Naarm-based DJ, producer, party promoter and radio host Bertie drops in to Tomorrowland to talk about Pitch Festival happening March 8 - 12.

Melbourne-based Nick Verwey AKA Dawn Again has been crafting solo and collaborative cuts for the best part of a decade on labels like Houseworx and Enjoyment Division. 2024 sees the release of 'Every Dog's Hotel,' a dreamy and breaks-driven downtempo excursion. Edd catches up with Nick to talk about the album.

DJ and producer Gratts returns to his own imprint with the third instalment of the "Balearic but bumpin'" trilogy. Here, the Belgian puts forward a captivating piece of organic, Body & Soul-NY inspired deep house, assisted by Cata Mansikka-aho on vocals. Gratts calls by Tomorrowland for a chat.

In 2003, Barb Waters released her critically acclaimed album 'Rosa Duet.' Last year it celebrated its twentieth anniversary with a vinyl pressing on Cheersquad Records. Barb readys herself to launch the LP at the Brunswick Ballroom on February 25 alongside a bunch of special guests including Kim Salmon, Matt Walker, Lisa Miller, Sarah Carroll and many more. Barb and Matt Walker drop by Swinging Doors to play a couple of tunes and have a chat.