Interviews

The first South African musician to be signed to Blue Note Records and a long-time collaborator with Shabaka Hutchings, pianist and composer Nduduzo Makhathini has carved a unique space for himself in the global jazz scene. Makhathini is in town for the Melbourne International Jazz Festival and made time to pop into PBS to chat with Stani Goma on Flight 1067 to Africa.

Rick Howe reckons that Dennis Bovell is the most interesting storyteller who's ever visited Riddim Yard. Tune in to hear the Barbados-born England-based reggae guitarist, bass player and record producer share some fascinating tales from his illustrious career.

Celebrating their 40th anniversary, seminal Australian hardcore band Vicious Circle are releasing their fifteenth album 'Split This Open.' Vocalist Paul Lindsay calls by Sunglasses After Dark to talk about the album and its launch at the Bendigo Hotel on November 4.

Australian indie-folk virtuoso Mike O'Dowd explores the human experience of love through evocative storytelling and poetic lyricism on his debut album 'One Lover Leaves.' At its core the album delves into the breakdown of a relationship, serving as a chronicle of O'Dowd's emotions at each crucial juncture and navigates the complexities of love and human emotion with honesty, offering a deeply personal and introspection. Mike passes through Swinging Doors for a couple of tunes and a chat.

Tracey Hogue (AKA Girl Friday) joins Crispi on Radio City to chat about her latest single 'Some Days' from her forthcoming album and its launch at Merri Creek Tavern on November 5.

Diving deep in to the lesser-known places of instrumental music, heavy groove combo, The Seven Ups release their fifth studio album A Free Blowing Wind. Taking listeners on a journey from psychedelic grooves, to lush plateaus and onwards to aggressive fuzz rock, the album shows a mature take on the band's classic heavy-funk sound. The band's Trent Sterling and Harry Cooper join Crispi to talk about the album launch at the Night Cat on November 6th.

A marquee act for one of the world’s hottest jazz labels, International Anthem, Chicago’s Makaya McCraven will perform in Melbourne this week as part of an Eighty-Six x Melbourne International Jazz Festival collaboration. If you're not lucky enough to see McCraven live, then tune in to The Breakfast Spread on Thursday morning to hear a special set that he's recorded at PBS.

Steve Purcell's All Stars drop in to PBS to play a bangin' live set on Jumpin' the Blues with a healthy peppering of riveting R&B from special guest vocalist Tracey Miller. Tune in on Wednesday afternoon from 1pm.

Tommy McEwan (aka Louis King calls by Roots of Rhythm to talk about his recent European tour, where he performed at a festival in Transylvania with Beth Hart as well as played at Nothing but the Blues Bar in Carnaby, London and The Little Gig at Leavers Hotel, Creswick October 28.

'Mutiny In Heaven: The Birthday Party' is the new documentary by director Ian White that details the chaotic history of Melbourne punk band The Birthday Party. It features rare and unseen photos, artwork, letters and diaries, unreleased tracks and studio footage, and its soundtrack has been curated by the band's multi-instrumentalist, Mick Harvey. Ian calls in to State of the Art to talk to Annika about the documentary and the history of The Birthday Party.

Guitarist for the USA emo band Taking Back Sunday, John Nolan talks to Ryan about their new album '152,' their US tour playing the album in full and what we can expect from the band set list wise for their appearance at the Good Things Festival.

Vocalist for UK band Enter Shikari, Rou Reynolds catches up with Ryan to chat about their latest album 'A Kiss For The Whole World,' how excited they are to be back at Good Things Festival as their last show was at Good Things in 2019 and becoming "honorary citizens" of Australia.

Rock n Roll outfit The Miffs whip up a delicious new single titled 'Flesh' that they're eager to share with you when they visit PBS for a chat with Chris on Pojama People. Tune in Tuesday night from 8 to hear more.

Get ready for a night of hellish debauchery as The Devil's Ball descends unto The Brunswick Ballroom for a night of immersive, inclusive and interactive performances throughout, with outrageous freakdom in abundance. Neptune Power Federation joins Chris to talk about this wicked night of fun happening on October 28.

Dane Blacklock and the Preacher’s Daughter bring their orgiastic brand of unholy worship to The Devil's Ball at The Brunswick Ballroom. Prepare for a night of immersive, debauched, inclusive and interactive performances throughout, with outrageous freakdom in abundance. Dane Blacklock and the Preacher’s Daughter joins Chris to talk about this hedonistic night happening on October 28.

Melbourne-based punks Clowns channel the search for immortality into their new record 'Endless,' resulting in songs that represent a newfound sense of strength, empowerment, and overcoming adversity. That spirit of mental and physical renewal flows through the twelve tracks as the notion of immortality manifests itself in various forms within them and which takes centre stage right from the off. The band join Claire to talk about the album.

Guitarist and vocalist of Wollongong-based punk duo Chimers Padraic O’Sceachain makes time during a busy month of touring - including appearances at the Eighty Six festival - to chat with Jordan about his band's recent and upcoming shows and music-making.

Canadian electro-funk duo Chromeo have been making sexy synth pop for more than two decades and are now bringing their signature sound to Melbourne where you can see them this weekend at 170 Russell. Lead vocalist Dave 1 chats to MzRizk about the Australian tour and why the duo see themselves as "the only successful Arab/Jewish partnership since the dawn of human culture." Tune in to Boogie Beat Suite on Tuesday from 11am.

Multi-talented multi-instrumentalist Nikodimos has a new album titled 'What Colour Is The End' that he's launching at Northcote Social Club on Cup Eve. He chats with Mike Gurrieri about the making of this record. Tune in to Mystic Brew from 9am.

Indian-born Brisbane-based artist Xylo Aria brings her global perspective into her music and art. A prolific producer, Xylo also runs the Music Production for Women (MPW) project aimed at providing a platform for training and supporting emerging female artists to engage with electronic music production as an integral part of their music practice. She drops in to PBS for a chat about her forthcoming album Dream with Pradip on Tiger Beats Elephant Grooves. Tune in on Monday from 7pm.