Cheersquad

28/03/2025

TONIGHT! Seeya’ll there!

24/03/2025

Thanks

Posted • This week’s PBS Feature Album is the ‘Best Hits of The 5.6.7.8’s’ by Tokyo’s rockin’ retro trio.

Best Hits of The 5.6.7.8’s features 14 tracks hand selected by the group to represent some of their favourite recordings over the past 39 years together.

The 5.6.7.8’s are like a turbocharged time machine, blastin’ back to the sweet sounds of yesteryear while pushing the envelope with innovative jams. Their authentic vibe and fearless genre mashups make them icons of the indie and retro scenes. Their killer mix of English and Japanese tunes pay tribute to the golden era of ‘50s and ‘60s American rock, ‘60s British rock, and Japanese Showa music, all while channelling the raw, rebellious energy of ‘70s punk.

Tune in all this week to hear tracks from ‘Best Hits of The 5.6.7.8’s’, and check out this week’s full list of on our website: pbsfm.org.au.

20/03/2025

Sime Nugent (The Wilson Pickers, Sweet Jean) returns with his first new music in nine years. 'The Crow', out now via Cheersquad Records & Tapes, comes from his forthcoming album, the sixth under his own name.

The first taste of Sime's new album is the simmering, bluesy noir of lead single 'The Crow', a song that sways along with a haunted twang and hypnotic atmosphere. Electric guitar digs in with distortion and intent, Hesketh's piano providing a beautiful melodic counterpoint. The rhythm section grounds the song with a solid earthiness as Sime's compelling voice, brimming with character, serenades the listener with the all-too-real tale of a nefarious disruptor.

Listen/buy here https://simenugent.bandcamp.com/track/the-crow

"'The Crow' was written about a would be assassin from another time," explains Sime. "It seemed like an interesting time to release this song. I don't really feel it's my place to wade into those conversations because who needs another person with a microphone? But from an observational point of view, I guess that's what songs can do. They can watch like a Crow."

As Sime's new single once again proves, the strongest through-lines in his music continue to be an enduring engagement with songwriting at its highest level and a truly disarming voice. He brings a level of craftsmanship to everything he does. Sime Nugent travels with an extensive repertoire as a soloist, collaborator, band leader, band member, and songwriter.

Check out Sime Nugent and The Capes as they release 'The Crow' this Saturday 22 March at the Union Hotel Brunswick.
The Capes feature co-producer - Roger Bergodaz on drums (Lost Ragas/Tex Perkins), Steve Hesketh on Hammond Organ and Piano (The Drones/Jet), Zane Lindt on Bass (Mick Thomas) and Shane Reilly on Baritone Electric and Pedal Steel guitars (Lost Ragas/Man in Black/ Beck/ Emma Donovan)
8:30 show with an interval (as opposed to two sets)
Free to enter.

Chris Familton Publicity

20/03/2025

The premiere of 'The Crow', the first new music in nine years from Melbourne singer-songwriter Sime Nugent.

18/03/2025

Two of our favourites are playing at Shotkickers tonight. Hexham Heads play the second night of their 3 week residency to launch their self titled EP. And supporting them this week is the wonderful Wesley Fuller. It's going to be an absolute cracker of a gig. We'll see you there.

18/03/2025

The 5,6,7,8's Australian tour starts this week! Sydney and Melbourne are already sold out. Brisbane, Beechworth and Hobart don't let this pass you buy.
Don't forget we have limited edition copies of their 'Best Hits of The 5,6,7,8's'. There are only 100 copies of each variant on opaque white vinyl, opaque purple vinyl, powder pink vinyl, translucent orange vinyl and black vinyl. Get yours now via https://cheersquadrecordstapes.bandcamp.com/merch

Toshi Maeda Dave Laing Publicity

17/03/2025

SURPRISE! We thought we were all sold out but we found some more Leeches 7" singles! So if you missed out, it's your lucky day. Periodical Fits on transparent p**s yellow vinyl.
Get yours here
https://leechespunkrock.bandcamp.com/album/periodical-fits

Benny J Ward Music

14/03/2025

Posted • SINGLE PREMIERE: Tune-in to Off The Record on tomorrow morning from 9am to hear (Sweet Jean, The Wilson Pickers) chatting with Brian Wise and premiering his brand new single with his band The Capes… The Crow 🐦‍⬛.

Keep an ear out for the song getting its NSW premiere on Dirt Music/ .3 with Stuart Coupe after midday!

Single out March 21st via

13/03/2025

Woo Hoo! Out today!
Tokyo's rockin' retro riot The 5.6.7.8's today release a new 'Best of' LP for their upcoming Australian tour, which starts next week (with Sydney and two Melbourne shows already SOLD OUT!).

With cover art by S**g, Best Hits of The 5.6.7.8's features 14 tracks hand selected by the gals to represent some of their fave recordings. It includes an alternative recording of "Woo Hoo" (as featured in Kill Bill Vol. 1).

It is available on 5 different limited edition colour vinyl variants (100 each): black, opaque white, opaque powder pink, opaque purple and translucent orange.
https://cheersquadrecordstapes.bandcamp.com/album/best-hits-of-the-5678s

Remember Kill Bill? Who could forget The 5.6.7.8's and their electrifying "Woo Hoo" that set the world on fire? Yep, Quentin Tarantino himself gave them the nod, catapultin' them onto the global stage and straight into the hearts of rock and indie fans Down Under.

The 5.6.7.8's are like a turbocharged time machine, blastin' back to the sweet sounds of yesteryear while pushing the envelope with innovative jams. Their authentic vibe and fearless genre mashups make them icons of the indie and retro scenes.

Kickin' off in '86, sisters Yoshiko “Ronnie” Fujiyama and Sachiko have been the beating heart of this outfit. For this tour down under, they're bringing along their long-time friend Akiko Omo on bass, keeping the lineup fresh and the music rockin'.

Their name is snagged from classic music counts, but these gals ain't just about numbers. They're smashin' language barriers with their killer mix of English and Japanese tunes, paying a rad tribute to the golden era of '50s and '60s American rock, '60s British rock, and Japanese Showa music, all while channelling the raw, rebellious energy of '70s punk.

The 5.6.7.8's deliver an unforgettable live experience. Catch them in Sydney, Brisbane, Beechworth, Hobart, and Melbourne!

Toshi Maeda Dave Laing Publicity
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12/03/2025

Freya Josephine Hollick is doing a pozible campaign to get her new album recorded. Contribute and get yourself a copy of the album when it’s released, or some other special rewards.

Hey everyone,
I'm so grateful to all who have already pledged to my pozible campaign to make my next album with the very wonderful Jack Ladder. You can pre-order a copy of the album on vinyl or CD as part of your pledge, you can book a house concert, a yoga class for just you or for a group, you can get a little book of my poems and lyrics, a drawing done by yours true! and a few other bits and pieces.
I'm really excited that the reality of making this next album is now seeming closer than ever, after waiting for so long.
Pledge at the link below if you would like to!
https://www.pozible.com/profile/freya-hollick

09/03/2025

Cheers Rhythms Magazine. Hooray Skyscraper Stan!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for Those Were Days. Cheers for the kind words

05/03/2025

You're right — Benny J Ward Music is truly on fire! His musical versatility shines through with “Nest In Your Head”, showing off his ability to balance his solo work with his multiple band projects and collaborations. With such a varied lineup of musicians and artistic influences, it's no wonder he’s making waves in the Australian and international music scene.

The fact he’s producing his own music, recording and producing others and creating music videos in his own Pink House Studio adds multiple layers to his creative output.

Benny has been rather busy, one could say... Having recently produced and recorded the #1 Indi song for legendary Australian artists James Baker and Dom Mariani "Friday Night Friends" and collaborating on videos with Kim Salmon of The Scientists and Smoked Salmon, it's a wonder he's been able to fit in releasing his own tunes! He has recently formed and eastern states outfit for his solo project, "Benny J and The Psych Ward" (featuring Davey Lane of You Am I, Link Meanie and Matt Cotter of Even). Benny has upcoming shows with Kim Salmon's Smoked Salmon with the Perth outfit Benny J Ward and Thee Teleprompters (featuring Matt Rodrigues and Jose Zaverino).

The new track "Nest In Your Head" highlights the pushing of boundaries with his use of vacuum synthesizers. an exciting direction he's heading in. This kind of experimentation suggests he's not just staying in his comfort zone but actively exploring new sonic landscapes and stylistic changes. Add in the psychedelic visuals on this song and its video, and you are in for an immersive experience, both sonically and visually. It’s an exciting time for Benny, and “Nest In Your Head” definitely seems poised to be a standout track in his ever growing catalogue.

Check it out here https://bennyjward.bandcamp.com/track/nest-in-your-head

27/02/2025

OUT TODAY!

SMOKED SALMON, the latest project - and new main game - for the Scientists/Beasts of Bourbon/Beasts co-founder and internationally revered avant-garde art rocker Kim Salmon, today release their long-awaited self-titled debut album through Cheersquad Records & Tapes. Next week they begin an extensive national tour.

The album was preceded by three singles: "How did They Ever Manage" which debuted at #1 on the AIR singles chart in September; "Hell in a Handbasket" which debuted at #2 on the AIR singles chart in December, and most recently "Hey Hey Narcissus'' which saw band member Claire Birchall taking over lead vocals.

Coinciding with the album release is a full page "Cult Heroes" feature on Kim in the new issue of MOJO out the UK. About bloody time we say. Check it out below

With Smoked Salmon finally out, Smoked Salmon will undertake a national tour, starting next week. As per dates below, the tour will take in Perth, Freo, Margaret River, Castlemaine, Canberra, Wollongong, Sydney, Newcastle, Geelong, Brisbane, Gold coast, Bangalow and Adelaide before coming back to Melbourne and then finishing in May in Hobart.

Smoked Salmon is available now on limited edition gold 12" vinyl (100 only), black 12" vinyl and digitally. It is available in all good record stores and from:
https://kimsalmon.bandcamp.com/album/smoked-salmon

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Music Australia.

Dave Laing Publicity

22/02/2025

Woop woop 🙌

Posted • Celebrating the 1 week anniversary of the release of Those Were Days with a visit to the Australian Album charts. Breaking into the bottom floor at number 20.

So proud of the band and for getting this thing out. Thanks for making it happen.

Next FULL BAND show .ballroom on March 6 with and .jones.music

Xoxoxo

20/02/2025

OUT TODAY - HEXHAM HEADS DEBUT EP

"My new favorite band."
Crispian Winsor, Radio City, PBS Melbourne 106.7fm

Melbourne's Hexham Heads offer a fresh take on a classic power pop sound, delivered with heart and soul in all its ragged glory, a heady brew of jangle, fuzz, harmonies and guitar-monies!

Having bonded over a love of loud guitars and hooky pop melodies, Melbourne music stalwarts Van Walker (Swedish Magazines/Livingstone Daisies) & Mic Hubbard (Ella Hooper/Spencer P. Jones) began making demos in the winter of 2024, soon enlisting the talents of friends Brett ‘Wolfie’ Wolfenden (The Pictures/The Casanovas/Wolfmother) on drums and George Carroll Wilson (Pollyman/Bones and Jones) on bass guitar to join in the proceedings, and in one short, action-packed session recorded the four tracks that make up their debut, self-titled EP.

A small but spicy taste of things to come, the EP a testament to the love of garage rock and power pop, enlivened with soulful powerful performances, successfully marrying the jangle of a 12 string with the snarl of a Marshall amplifier. It’s hooks-a-plenty, guitars galore, and an homage to loud, sweaty fun.

"An infectious...stunning recipe of soaring harmonies, exquisite melody and guitar slinging that will have you playing this track over and over and over - it's that good!! Irresistible!! Love this work!!"
⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Radio Carrum

A mere four songs, but for a debut release this EP is a wild ride of myriad musical colours that promise much more to come from a band who defy easy categorisation but offer straight up soul music without pretence.
Get your copy now before they're all gone. Available on limited edition hot pink 7" vinyl, black 7" vinyl and digitally.
https://hexhamheads1.bandcamp.com/album/hexham-heads

"The art of songwriting for me has always been an attempt to cut to the heart of the matter, much like sculpture, carving away the unnecessary. The hardest thing is to be simple. And even harder is to be happy. But the world needs more joy and harmony. I hope Hexham Heads is a group that gets people singing together, if nothing else." Van Walker

Join the band to celebrate the EP's release with their Melbourne March residency at Shotkickers,

744 High St, Thornbury:
Wednesday March 12 w/ Charles Jenkins
Wednesday March 19 w/ Wesley Fuller
Wednesday March 26 w/ The Rayes

20/02/2025

This Sunday, 23 February, at the Union Hotel Brunswick 3.30pm, don't miss the amazing The Silversound. With very special guests Jodi Phillis and Rebecca Chirnside Barnard. Now that's a gig!