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Extinguishing Hope - an exhibition by Akil Ahamat

Sat 16 Nov 2024 to Sat 18 Jan 2025

PBS' neighbours at Collingwood Yards, West Space , is proud to present the first major solo presentation by Akil Ahamat, part of their 2024 Commission series. It is opening November 16 and runs until January...

Drive Live 2024 Friday Crew by Suzanne Phoenix

Upcoming Volunteer Vacancies at PBS

Mon 25 Nov 2024 to Tue 31 Dec 2024

UPCOMING VOLUNTEER VACANCIES Our volunteer spots are covered for now, but we'll have new vacancies coming up in the new year. For now, here's a look back on what we've been up to at PBS...

La Descarga - Fiesta de Corazón

Mon 25 Nov 2024 to Sun 1 Dec 2024

This week's PBS Feature Album is Fiesta de Corazón, the debut album by dynamic Afro-Latin-Australian band La Descarga. Known for their explosive performances and vibrant fusion of traditional Colombian and contemporary Australian sounds, La Descarga’s...

Bumpy & Erica Tucceri live at the 2024 Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Tue 26 Nov 2024 to Mon 30 Dec 2024

This week on PBS we’ll be featuring two world premiere broadcasts of recordings made at the 2024 Melbourne International Jazz Festival (MIJF). On Tuesday November 26 Mike Gurrieri will broadcast the very personal suite Tooni...

Jaubi Studio 5 Live

Pakistani instrumental outfit Jaubi traverse Hindustani ragas and spiritual jazz seemingly at will. Hailing from Lahore, Pakistan, Jaubi are composed of Ali Riaz Baqar (guitar and composer), Zohaib Hassan Khan (sarangi) and Kashif Ali Dhani...

Collingwood Crawl '24

Collingwood Crawl: A Midweek Music Extravaganza presented by ALWAYS LIVE and PBS 106.7FM. 15 bands, 3 venues, 1 night – Wednesday December 4. Buy Tickets Now 3 Venue pass: $25 or $20 for PBS Members...

A Tribute to Toumani Diabaté at The Croxton

Get ready for an unforgettable night of African music and culture as PBS pays tribute to the legendary kora maestro, Toumani Diabaté. This unique event, presented by ALWAYS LIVE , PBS 106.7FM and renowned curator...

Jamaican Music and Food Festival 2024

The Jamaican Music and Food Festival returns to Seaworks Maritime Precinct, Williamstown on Saturday December 7, 2024. Reggae legends and rising stars from Victoria and around the world will come together for the premier celebration...

Pat Todd & The Rankoutsiders Studio 5 Live

Thu 12 Dec 2024

The Rankoutsiders are the ideal vehicle for Pat Todd's fantastic songs. A prolific writer with an eye on life in the margins - whether they be in small towns or the big sprawling city he...

Just Announced

PBS Turns 45 - Celebrate with PBS DJs

Sat 21 Dec 2024

Celebrate 45 years of PBS radio on the station's actual 45th anniversary!

Just Announced

PBS Country Christmas

Sun 22 Dec 2024

Get ready to experience a festive day like no other at PBS' Country Christmas on Sunday December 22 at the Lulie Tavern in Abbotsford from 3pm, entry is free. Hosted by PBS presenters, Ernie (...

When Pigs Fly NYE 2024

Tue 31 Dec 2024

The pigs that go weeeeeeee are here for round threeeeee – this New Year's Eve, When Pigs Fly returns to Melbourne’s plushest paddock! Shake off the last bits of winter and step into the warmth...

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As We Speak - Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer feat. Rakesh Chaurasia

Fri 17 Jan 2025

Please note: this event has been postponed. Watch this space for announcement of a new date Experience an evening of musical brilliance, as the extraordinary Béla Fleck , Zakir Hussain , Edgar Meyer and Rakesh...

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Milo Eastwood: On The Lake

Sat 15 Feb 2025

Milo Eastwood returns with his biggest open-air party to date, at Coburg Lake Reserve on February 15, 2025 - tickets on sale now . Hot off the heels of his 7th year holding down PBS...

Just Announced

Sun Ra Arkestra

WAT Artists and PBS 106.7FM are thrilled to bring the Sun Ra Arkestra back to Australia this March for an intergalactic national tour. Click here to buy pre-sales As one of the most important living...

Port Fairy Folk Festival 2025

Fri 7 Mar 2025 to Mon 10 Mar 2025

Port Fairy Folk Festival has just made their third lineup announcement with even more exciting local and global artists for 2025! Joining the 2025 line-up are American artists BONNY LIGHT HORSEMAN, CAT POWER who will...

Past News

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Glorius Barsteds

Mon 25 Apr 2011 to Sun 1 May 2011

by Cosmic Psychos Beers in hand, twangs at the ready, the Cosmic Psychos are an Australian rock & roll institution. Releasing their first album in 1987, this Melburnian crew have been tearing up stages around...

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Raul Malo

Mon 25 Apr 2011

One of the greatest voices in music today – and we will be hearing it for the first time in Australia.

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Easey Street Sessions: Dale Watson & His Lonestars

Wed 20 Apr 2011

Tune into Roots of Rhythm with Helen Jennings 9-11am for a live set from Dale Watson & His Lonestars.

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Irma Thomas

Wed 20 Apr 2011

Irma Thomas, the unrivalled ‘Soul Queen of New Orleans’ is on her first visit to Australia, celebrating over 50 years as a recording artist.

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The Rough Guide to African Guitar Legends

Mon 18 Apr 2011 to Sun 24 Apr 2011

by Various From Congolese rumba’s intricate guitar lines to Mali’s evocative blues, in Africa the guitar is king. Discover the greatest riffs that you have never heard and find out why these ground-breaking players are...

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Some Cold Rock Stuf

Mon 18 Apr 2011 to Sun 24 Apr 2011

by J.ROCC Not a “DJ album”. Not a “beat album”. Not a mix tape. This is the album. The debut album of original music from one of the original turntablists, the longtime DJ for Madlib...

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The Funky Meters

Sun 17 Apr 2011

Considered by many to be the founding fathers of funk, The Meters created a unique sound that lasted through the 60's and 70's & was reborn in the late 80's.

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Independent Record Store Day

Sat 16 Apr 2011

Independent Record Store Day was founded in 2007 to celebrate the unique culture surrounding hundreds of independently owned record stores around the world

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Kardeş Türküler

Sat 16 Apr 2011

Internationally renowned multi-lingual folk musicians Kardeş Türküler will be touring Australia in April for concerts in Melbourne and Sydney.

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Easey Street Sessions: Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band

Thu 14 Apr 2011

Listen back to Acid Country with David Heard for a live set from The Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band.

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The Thin Green Line: Funk it for the Frontline and Reggae for the Rangers

Thu 14 Apr 2011

Featuring - BOMBA, Congolese Refugee band "Angel Voice", Mako, and some VERY special guests dropping in!

MBAS Presents: Monthly Blues Musician Workshops

Wed 13 Apr 2011

Although primarily for musicians, workshops are open to all punters - you may just want to start learning a musical instrument!

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Fania Records 1964-1980 The Original Sound of Latin New York

Mon 11 Apr 2011 to Sun 17 Apr 2011

by Various Strut is pleased to present the first ever definitive 2CD retrospective of Fania Records, the seminal New York latin label, spanning its influential heyday between its formation in 1964 through to 1980. Fania...

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Troubadour Live

Mon 11 Apr 2011 to Sun 17 Apr 2011

by Eric Bibb This week's Top 10:

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Fest La Frog

Fest La Frog - a one day sustainable & organic, music & arts party - is happening on Saturday 9th April at Ceres, Brunswick.

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Soul-A-Go-Go

Soul A Go Go is extending its Southside holiday, with another round set to take off at Red Bennies on Saturday 9th April.

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Rock-A-Bye Baby Music Sessions featuring The ReChords

Noise is welcomed, crawling is encouraged and dancing is expected!

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Audi Festival of German Films

Thu 7 Apr 2011 to Mon 18 Apr 2011

Audi Festival of German Films celebrates it's 10th Birthday with a stunning jubilee line-up!

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Community Cup Free Kick Competition

Wed 6 Apr 2011 to Sun 24 Apr 2011

Entry is now open to the ‘Free Kick’ competition!

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Cartagena!

Mon 4 Apr 2011 to Sun 10 Apr 2011

by Curro Fuentes & The Big Band Soundway set sail for the Colombian coastal town of Cartagena for their first selection of 2011. Sourced from a period when musicians effortlessly combined the swing of cumbia...