Schedule

Umami Junction explores the connections between music, food, community and conversation. To me, food and music are the foremost means of cultural connection – marrying the two is so natural!115 years ago, scientists identified the flavour profile ‘Umami’; that funky, savoury, bridge between sweet, salty, bitter, and sour, known as ‘The Fifth Taste’. They named it Umami, after the Japanese word for delicious ‘Umai’. The principle of the fifth taste can be applied to the music my show will highlight; scratching that itch for genre-bending, norm- smashing, culture-celebrating jazz, funk, electronic, R&B and soul tunes.Each week, I’ll select a meal or an ingredient, perhaps bring on a guest who I’ve shared this with, and spin a selection of tracks that evoke the feeling of these ingredients.

Nightshift at Eastside keeps you company through the night.To contact Nightshift - Sunday email us at nightshiftsunday@eastsidefm.org

The Mix is Eastside's specially curated blend of songs handpicked for your enjoyment. To contact The Mix email us at themix@eastsidefm.org

Start your Monday listening to Eastside Radio’s Rewind show and join Paul Harvey in his exploration of the eclectic world of Rewind: different genres bookended with jazz, all hand-curated from well-known and lesser-known albums.Each Monday we will explore music from one chosen year - anything from 1950 to 2025.We hope you'll enjoy the show live, or via our on-demand episode podcasts.To contact the Rewind Show send an email to rewind@eastsidefm.org

Victor Gugger has returned from his sabbatical and is ready to Kung fu kick you into your week ahead...To contact Jammin - Monday email us at jamminmonday@eastsidefm.org

Every Monday morning, Josh presents the very latest releases that are creating a buzz around the station. Expect to hear the full spectrum of Eastside sounds ranging from jazz, world, blues, soul, folk, roots, funk, hip hop, electronica and specialist music, with particular attention being paid to independent Australian artists.To contact The New Thing email us at thenewthing@eastsidefm.org

Rotating fortnightly presenters with Ayiko C. and then with Lindsey Gusto and Caroline Sky.Hosts Curli Q and Caroline Sky share their love of all things creative and shed light on Sydney’s thriving arts scene. When not on air, Curli fronts local genre-bending indie band Sunstalkersss - @sunstalkersss, while Caroline documents the local underground music scene with her 35mm film camera - @carolineskyphotography. Together they bring you a Monday morning full of exciting new music, local and international, as well as interviews with artists, poets, actors, even live acoustic studio performances by feature musicians. Tune in if you ever need a music and cultural cure for the Monday Sads! There is Art for your heart, Soul for your soul and Blues to wash away all your blues!With a background in the music industry and years behind the decks as a DJ, Ayiko C. brings a broad and eclectic musical perspective to the airwaves. Each program features a carefully curated selection of music spanning genres, generations, and cultures, alongside conversations with artists and people shaping culture in Sydney and around the world. With an emphasis on connection, curiosity, and cultural exchange, the show invites listeners to discover new sounds, revisit familiar favourites, and explore the people and ideas shaping culture today.To contact Arts - Monday email us at artsmonday@eastsidefm.org

This program is for you - the music you want to hear! Two hours in the middle of your Monday, a mix of jazz, soul, and R&B from noon. You can leave the playlist to me or you are most welcome to make requests by calling up during the show. My name is Chris Borton and I am your host. The show is about you and your musical choices! Help to make the show your special place by calling and requesting the music you want to hear.Email Song For You using songforyou@eastsidefm.org

Martin Luther King once wrote “Jazz speaks for life”.Jazz was born in the deep south. Now it lives in every corner of the globe, embracing all; the familiar and the strange.Jazz can be brutal or gentle, demanding or kind, but it’s never false. Jazz is the truth.That’s Phil James’ philosophy of Jazz. Join him every Monday afternoon for a look at jazz both classic and modern.To contact Philosophy of Jazz email us at philosophyofjazz@eastsidefm.org

To contact Drive-Monday email us at mondaydrive@eastsidefm.org

Breaking Waves is a program about smashing stereotypes and dispelling stigma. It’s about daring to be different, and getting maximum fun out of life.Our 6 presenters represent the gamut of physical and neuro-diversity – from Alex, a bright and vibey young woman with Tourettes, to John Mark who went blind after suffering a massive stroke. The articulate cineaste Riley and the sports and politics obsessed Shai both experienced difficulties at school. Geoff overcame numerous setbacks to become an acclaimed poet.As well as Jamie whose love for the studio sees him light up when on the air.What they all have in common is a zest for adventure, creative brainstorming and the ability to see what others often miss. Spending time with the Breaking Waves team is always a delight. Working in pairs, they share stories of school yard bullies and comic book heroes, they wrestle with medications and social attitudes. They review apps, movies and memes.Honest, provocative and often hilarious, Breaking Waves is training a new generation of radio personalities and presenters, skilling them up and letting them loose on the airwaves. They’ll make you laugh and sometimes you’ll shed a few tears.Breaking Waves is brought to you by Eastside Radio in the 89.7fm Paddington studios in Sydney in association with the Community Broadcasting Foundation.To contact Breaking Waves please send an email to breakingwaves@eastsidefm.org

Planet Romanistan celebrates Romani Gypsy people, culture and music from Australia around the world! Tune in to hear the wonderful Romani rhythms and dance worthy Gypsy tracks! Hosted by Sydney based Romani Gypsy band Lolo Lovina members Sarah Bedak and Nenad RadicTo contact Planet Romanistan email us at planetromanistan@eastsidefm.org

Spiritual jazz, free jazz, post jazz, post rock, afro beat, improvisation, experimental, sound artTracing the ecstatic spirit in music, exploring sounds beyond.The presenters draw from their extensive vinyl, CD & digital archives.In one program you may hear anything from Don Cherry to Fela Kuti, Mary Halvorson to Peter Brotzmann, to Sun Ra, to the Necks. Much loved labels include Blue Note, Impulse, ECM, FMP, and many more. And plenty of obscure surprises along the way.To contact Spirit House email us at spirithouse@eastsidefm.org

Listening Space is presented by a collective of active sonic practitioners and deep listeners from Sydney's exploratory music scene: Laura Altman, Moss Hopkins, Jacqui O'Reilly and Michael Fisher. Every Monday night from 9:30pm -11pm, Listening Space airs works from local and international experimental, improvised, exploratory, and left-of-field artists, and promotes selected events from the emus.space calendar and newsletter.listening space instagramTo contact Listening Space please send an email to listeningspace@eastsidefm.org

Radio Clash is a strong cocktail of soul, jazz and hip hop, combined with some experimental pop, oddball indie, and offbeat garage - pieced together to recognise the increasingly diverse music tastes of Sydney's younger generation. Also thrown in is a heavy focus on Sydney's local and domestic scene, with gig guides and in-depth commentary by host Alfie Jellett and Marlon Makin.To contact Radio Clash email us at radioclash@eastsidefm.org