The Breakfast Show »
Milia’s Makeover
Milia’s Ladies Hairdresser in Ongar Road asked Phoenix FM to find someone that deserves to have a top of the range hair makeover. Belinda got in touch with Phoenix FM to nominate her sister
Read More »
Track of the Week – Julia
If you’re still not convinced whether or not you should purchase their self-titled album, out this week, my Track of the Week is another example of the musical wonder that is Jungle. You can
Read More »
Track of the Week – Down By the River
What a great name for a band – Milky Chance. Absolutely fantastic!!! And they sound pretty darn good too. Good enough for me to have Down By the River as my Track of the Week.
Read More »
Track of the Week – Stay
Taken from his first full-length album, The Morning (All of the Songs), Stay is my Track of the Week which means it’s yours for free!!! Spread the musical love and as always… Enjoy!!!
Read More »
Track of the Week – Waters
Previously unknown, Eliza Shaddad has a beautifully haunting voice which is just one of the reasons her track Waters is my Track of the Week. Download it. Listen. Enjoy. Tell your friends. Tune in
Read More »
Track of the Week – Stay Gold
A beautiful, summery folk song full of melody, harmony and ear-pleasing loveliness. They are First Aid Kit and Stay Gold is their musical offering up for your sonic consumption this week as my Track
Read More »
Track of the Week – Case Closed
A poptastic track for your audible consumption this week. And a particularly good accompaniment to this lovely weather we are experiencing at the moment too!! Daithi has enlisted the vocal help of Senita on
Read More »
The Archbishop of Banterbury wants his t-shirt back
In fairness, it was his own fault but as he is such a talented young man and he has a terrific beard, how could I say no?! And to make the deal even sweeter,
Read More »
Track of the Week – Life Support
I don’t think this young gent needs any introduction, so I’ll simply say, here is my Track of the Week for you… Sam Smith – Life Support Enjoy,
Read More »
Pardon??
I think we’re all guilty of not listening from time-to-time, but is it that you weren’t paying attention or is it something more severe?? Over the past 2 years, I have met and spoken
Read More »
Track of the Week – Juramidam
It’s pronounced Juror-Mid-Erm (I think). Either way it sounds fantastic and that is why I have chosen it as my Track of the Week. So please do go and enjoy the amazing songwritings of
Read More »
What happens if you put Jelly on a fire??
Well, we’ll find out on Saturday the 17th won’t we?! With a huge thanks to Bennetts Funeral Directors and many other local charities and businesses I get to tick off another of the #50ThingsRobHasntDoneYet and
Read More »
Track of the Week – Call Me
Like you’re not supposed to have a favourite child, I’m not really supposed to have favourite tracks and bands but I do. And I’ve got to say that these folk are one of my
Read More »
Fancy a walk??
I’ll be honest with you, I knew who the Essex Air Ambulance was but what I didn’t know, was how incredible they are…
Read More »
Track of the Week – Seasons (Waiting On You)
One of my favourite parts of the week is receiving a lovely big pile of new music to play you. And among these tracks is the one I pick as my Track of the
Read More »
We can be serious…
And I think Friday proved this nicely. A bit of a last minute improv chat with the Essex Mental Health Centre & Brentwood Centre but nonetheless, an inspiring one…
Read More »
Bye Bye April… Hello May
Yep, 2 weeks running!! Well, you know how much we love a good laugh on the show right?? You don’t?? Well I think this should adequately explain how much we do… And as if
Read More »
Track of the Week – Take Me
A nice atmospheric track for you this week. From Down-Under, it’s described as “enticing murmurs over an arrangement built from diaphanous layers of synths and a sparkling uptempo beat”. Not sure what that means?? Me
Read More »
Track of the Week – Never
Don’t worry, I’m not stopping the Track of the Week, it’s just that “Never” is the title of my Track of the Week. Oh my this is getting confusing. Right. Start again. Hello!! Would
Read More »
Abseiling for Bobby Moore!
12-year-old champion fundraiser Jonjo Heuerman tells us about his latest event in aid of the Bobby Moore Fund
Read More »
Track of the Week – Dangerous
Another change of pace for this week’s TOTW. Not a new band by any means, but a new track from The Vamps in the form of “Dangerous”. And the best bit of all, as
Read More »
Track of the Week – Tremors
The title track to his hotly anticipated debut full-length album SOHN’s Tremors is instantly recognised among other sounds around it. A beautifully produced track and yours for nothing!! Enjoy
Read More »
The Laughing Breakfast Pod
Once again, the man behind the most fantastic Comedy Club in Essex, Mr. Stephen Watson, joined me to give us the details of April’s, and a very special one in May ;-), Comedy events…
Read More »
Things to do with Saint Francis Hospice in April
As you’ll know, at the beginning of each month, Peter Stremes joins me from Saint Francis Hospice (SFH) to let us know how the Hospice is doing and also some of the many ways
Read More »
Track of the Week – A Lunar Veteran’s Guide to Re-Entry
Yes, that really is the title to my TOTW. And yes it really is as spacey as it sounds. Paul Thomas Saunders is his name and until next Monday (7th April) you can grab
Read More »
“The Bear” on Breakfast
Apologies for the lateness of this, I’m blaming the weather. Anywho, last week I was joined by a wonderfully talented young man in the form of Lochlan Bearman, or “The Bear” as I like
Read More »
Track Of The Week – Feel of Love
Bit of a different tempo for this week’s Track Of The Week (or TOTW as I refer to it on Twitter) Tensnake & Jacques Lu Cont – Feel of Love (ft. Jamie Lidell) is yours,
Read More »
No.25 – Perform Stand-Up Comedy – Booked
Yep, that’s right. I am doing stand-up!! As part of the #50ThingsRobHasntDoneYet I have to complete a real stand-up set at a comedy night (No.25 on “The List”) and thanks to the Laughing Pod Comedy
Read More »
Track of the Week – Walk This Way
No, not the Aerosmith/Run DMC track, this one… MØ – Walk This Way all the way from Copenhagen will have you tapping your hands on the steering wheel/desk drumming with pens/office-chair dancing for sure. AND
Read More »
#BillericayHour
Please excuse the photo, it’s the most recent one I could find the World Wide Web. Anyway… Every Tuesday between 16:00 & 17:00 join the digital versions of some rather lovely local people as
Read More »
Track Of The Week – Thinkin Aboutchu
And no, I haven’t turned into some sort of hoodie wearing lout who can’t spell. That really is the title of Dan Croll’s song and my new Track of the Week. It is rather
Read More »
3 down, 47 to go!!!
Yep, that’s right, I done a Rubik’s Cube!!! Don’t believe me?? See?!? I did do it :-p Anyway, if you do fancy giving one a go you’ll find the same instructions I used at
Read More »
Track of the Week – Rockstar
Another TOTW that, on the surface, appears to have been written about my lifestyle. Alas, tis not the case. However, just like last week’s it is available to you for free, but for just
Read More »
Who doesn’t like Jam??
No-one. That’s who. And talking of The Who as well, that leads me very nicely into my guest for this morning’s show. Mr Ian Parkins joined me to promote the March of the Mods
Read More »
How did he do that??
Quite probably the most used phrase on the show this Wednesday. Why?? Well I was joined by local Magician, Mr. Aaron Phillips who came in to drink my tea in return for sharing some
Read More »
Track Of The Week – SKATERS
I Wanna Dance (But I Don’t Know How) I think was written about me. Or maybe not. Either way, it’s my Track of the Week and it’s yours for free!!! Enjoy
Read More »
48 Things Still To Go
But don’t panic!!! I know, I know, I know. Progress isn’t looking all that great right now. Still only done 2 things from my list and I’m nearly 8 weeks in. But here’s the
Read More »
Track Of The Week – Fall Into The Sky
Happy Single-Tasking Day!! Definitely aimed at guys this one. My TOTW however is aimed at you all, like a crazy-daisy hose attachment, I hope to spread the love, or free music, anywhere and everywhere.
Read More »
Moon Unit Records – The Best Record Shop This Side Of The Moon
Before I met both Simon & Ben today, I had heard only two things about them and the store Moon Unit Records: 1 – They ONLY sell Vinyl and 2 – The shop is
Read More »
Track Of The Week – Shelter Song
We’ve got Mesmerise on our A-List and I’ve got this musical treat as my TOTW. Temples – Shelter Song is yours for nothing. Nudder. Nought. Zip. Diddley squat. You’re welcome
Read More »
#TimeToTalk Day on Phoenix FM
Thursday 6 February was the first ever Time to Talk Day - 24 hours in which to start conversations about mental health, raise awareness and share the message that mental illness is nothing to
Read More »
Talking about Mud n Madness …
My regular guest, Peter Stremes, was back in this week updating us all as to what is happening in the coming month or so at Saint Francis Hospice including this weekend’s Mud ‘n’ Madness…
Read More »
Giggles with The Laughing Pod
You know how much we like to find the funnies in life. And they’re not just on the Internet, they’re all around us and if I’m going to stop being vague they can also
Read More »
Track of the Week – Gone
Morning (or Afternoon or Evening. In fact, whatever time of day it is, please apply the appropriate greeting, thanks. Where was I?? Oh yeah…) You like free music right?? Of course you do, who
Read More »
I’m A Firewalker
Brentwood's first Community Firewalk will be taking place on 17 May at the Brentwood Centre
Read More »
49 Things To Go
So in the first week of my challenge #50ThingsRobHasntDoneYet I managed to tick one thing off the list but since then it would seem I have gone a bit quiet about it all. That
Read More »
Let’s go “Sound Landscaping”
…and we’ll do it to my new Track of the Week, East India Youth – Dripping Down. A beautiful soundscape or “Sound Garden” created by electronic pop artist William Doyle can be found on his
Read More »
British Weather is free
“Of course it is Rob” I hear you say. Yes, well that’s because you think I’m talking about the meteorological happenings of the atmosphere on this fine rock we call Earth. I am actually
Read More »
A Pattern is emerging
Actually, there is more than one. They are Patterns, as in more than one, and their track “This Haze” is our first Track of the Week for 2014 and of course you know what
Read More »
The Breakfast Show “Bucket List”
This blog is the one-stop shop for all the completed “things” on my list. Individual blogs can be found from the Breakfast Show Blog Top Page but if you’ve stumbled upon this “idea” for the
Read More »
The Breakfast Show Christmas Message
I thought it might be nice to round up the year on the Breakfast Show with a little Christmas message. A bit like what the Queen does. But this one’s better. Obviously… PhoenixFM
Read More »
This is what the Foxes say
Ok, so that was a bit of a rubbish play on words but did you really expect anything else?? No. Of course you didn’t. Anyway it is time to give you some new music.
Read More »
3005
Sorry it’s a bit late this week but better late than never eh??? Childish Gambino’s 3005 is a our Track of the Week and it’s yours for free!!
Read More »
The Phoenix FM Daytime Collective – Santa (Thank you) ft. The Popettes
A brand new Christmas song for you this year courtesy of your Phoenix FM daytime presenters. The Phoenix FM Daytime Collective are: Bryan Powis Rob Jelly Michelle Ward Bob Simpson Mike Jones
Read More »
Love. Regret. Forgive. Forget.
It’s our new Track of the Week from The First (Love. Regret. Forgive. Forget) If you like loud, rock, guitars, drums, riffs, rock, loud, new music, rock and did I mention loud, it’s yours for
Read More »
Essex Spartans
Now. Alongside all the festive talk with Peter Davey from Ingatestone & Fryerning Parish Council and the theatrical festive talk with Karen from Dreams Theatre School this week, I was also joined by Coach. Head
Read More »
Dreams Theatre School
Me again!! Alongside having Peter Davey in last week I was also joined by Karen Easteal from Dreams Theatre School who performed for us on the Main Stage at Lighting Up Brentwood on Saturday the
Read More »
Ingatestone & Fryerning Christmas Festival
Hello there!! So last week, I was joined by Peter Davey to talk about a slight change in proceedings at this year’s Victorian Evening on Friday the 6th of December… Christmas Festival
Read More »
Another Riptide
Yes, another Riptide but not in the Sea/Moon/Gravity-based sense. No. In the musical sense. Not that many weeks ago, we had the wonderful Emma Stevens as our track of the week with her song
Read More »
Wilkinson giving you Free Music??
No, not the shop you wally. The Southwest London DJ/Producer Mr. Mark Wilkinson. It’s his third single and so it’s time for him to shine. Download his new one Tonight now and let us
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
Hello there lovely podcasters. Back to catch up on last week’s action eh?? Well it has to be said that I did go on about McBusted a lot more than I initially thought I
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
After a few weeks of catching up, I am finally up to date with all the podcasts. Let’s just hope Rob has completely messed up this week’s one.
Read More »
Get the Roots right…
… and everything else will take care of itself. That’s exactly what Dublin-based songstress Orla has done here with this beautiful track. And best of all, is it’s absolutely free for the next week.
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
As mentioned in my previous blog post, Rob had managed to mess up 2 podcasts over the last few weeks so this week’s (Nov 4th-8th) will be delayed until tomorrow as I try to
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
Hello there. For those who don’t know me, I am Tim. Producer of the PhoenixFM Breakfast Show hosted by Rob. Spoken of, but never heard on-air, I do however help Rob with filling the
Read More »
Would you like some free music??
Yes, I know that’s a stupid question but it’s better ask and get that look you just gave me than not ask and then you miss out eh?? Anywho, you know how it works
Read More »
Here’s a post-storm treat for you
But firstly, apologies that last week’s podcast is still not available. It will be as soon as possible. Hopefully, to make up for the lack of this, we have some brand new music for
Read More »
After Earth
What will be left?? Cockroaches?? Daim bars?? People?? Well if you fancy learning a few survival tips and trying a totally new experience this Hallowe’en make sure not to miss out on Essex County
Read More »
Tis Tuesday
…and that means it’s time to top up your record collection with some new music. And best of all, is it won’t cost you a penny!! You know I’ve got a bit of a
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
So, if you missed Paul Merton or Compare The Music or Rob talking with Molly about exfoliating and beards, it is now ready for you to listen again to:
Read More »
Rob talks complexion, hair straighteners & cutting down trees
Yes. You read that right first time. But there was a very good reason for it. As you are all probably more than aware, I entered myself into the “Face of Essex” contest and
Read More »
Free music is like Gold Dust
Well, that’s not strictly true but thanks to the very generous John Newman (and probably his record label and iTunes and so on so forth) we bring you a new Track of the Week
Read More »
Paul Merton Improvises with Rob
Have I Got News For You funnyman talks to Phoenix FM about his forthcoming shows
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
Missed any of this week’s shows?? Don’t panic, you can catch up!!! It’s a bit like watching all the “Previously on Lost” bits but for the Breakfast Show and not Lost obviously. Also, I’m
Read More »
PhoenixFM Breakfast Leftovers
Look what I’ve worked out how to do… Wahey!!! So now, if you miss something, you can catch up!! I tell you what, this listening again thing might just catch on ya know…
Read More »
Are you someone??
Of course you are, if you’re reading this (and you are) you’re a very special someone to us. Anyway it’s a Tuesday, it’s a Tuesdawn, it’s a Tueslife for meeeee… *cough* Sorry about that.
Read More »
Our Track Of The Week comes courtesy of
Haim with Running If You Call My Name, and it’s just as catchy as The Wire. Apologies for not passing this on to you yesterday, we’ve been busy with bits for the “Face of
Read More »
The “Face” has been twisted…
It was a stupid idea that’s gotten a little bit out of hand. And now, like Mud ‘n’ Madness at the beginning of the year, it’s become a contest between me and another Phoenix
Read More »
Churches with a “V”
provide our Track of the Week for you. For FREE!! Here it is -> CHVRCHES – Tether You’re welcome.
Read More »
We thought we knew funny
That was until we meet Stephen of The Laughing Pod Comedy Club. What a great guest. Smartly dressed, polite and most importantly, very very funny. And he’s not even a comedian. He is however
Read More »
Fancy some free music??
Of course you do. You’re not an idiot. So, as a non-idiot you should get some lovely new music in your life. And if you’re going to do so, why not not pay for
Read More »
The Flag Factory Festival – back on!
A victory for music and common sense! Brentwood’s newest festival, The Flag Factory Festival, will now be going ahead as planned on Saturday 14 September. The festival faced being postponed after it a noise
Read More »
Not Only Are They The New Massive Attack…
…but they are the band that keep on giving us new music!! That’s right, Breakfast Show and station-wide favourites, London Grammar are giving us some more music this morning. For FREE!!! I really do
Read More »
Why did the Chicken cross the road??
Firstly, that’s Mrs. Chicken to you and I. Secondly, it’s because she paid us a little visit yesterday to chat with Rob about the new “Books Are My Bag” campaign that she and Mr.
Read More »
Back to School we go…
Yep, it’s that time of year again, which means busier roads, lost homework and the dreaded “C” word is looming in the not-so-distant… distance. Anyway, here’s some brand new music for you to help
Read More »
If you missed us yesterday…
We would like to make up for having the day off if you needed us by giving you some free music from an artist who is topping charts across this 3rd rock from the
Read More »
Toosday!! Fwee Mooseek!!
Bonjour!! It’s time once again to give you some more free music. Yes, that’s right. FREE music!! You’ve got a week to grab your copy and if you’re not sure about it, make sure
Read More »
Free Musics from Swim Deep with King City
Happy Tuesday. This week’s track is King City by the 90′s Britpop influenced Swim Deep. From their soon-to-be released debut album, Where The Heaven Are We, this track is sure to pick you up
Read More »
Take Two Every Four Hours: Chat with Director Elliot Brown
We are graced by many great people, from all walks of life, on the Breakfast Show. And last week, Rob was lucky enough to catch up with an old friend, theatre Actor and debutant
Read More »
Is it a bird?? Is it a plane?? No. It’s FREE music!!!
I know, I know. With all of our Superhero talk this morning, you probably saw that coming from a mile off but did you really expect better from me??!? No, I didn’t think so.
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Here comes August!! But before we worry about that, let us ease you down from July with some more free music. Now you’ll have already heard of this lovely lady previous to today as
Read More »
Track of the Week
Here we are again. Tuesday. And good grief does it feel like it’s been a long week. What with the Royal bubba and stuff. Anywho, let’s cut to the chase. We’ve just given it
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Here. Have some free music… It’s true!! We really do have some free music to give you. But you already know how it works eh. Without further waffle, here is this week’s track from Bipolar
Read More »We’re Back and it’s time to #EmployPowis
Hello everybody. So, last show of our first week back and I have to admit, I was worried I’d had my brain melted by the Moroccan sun and I wouldn’t remember how anything worked.
Read More »
Track of the Week
We’re back!!! And we bring you some more FREEEEEE music too!! Sometimes I think we’re too good to you lot but then you are rather lovely. We’ve been away, in different hemisphere’s might I
Read More »
Standon Calling!
Described as “one of the UK’s best small festivals” by the Guardian, Standon Calling could also be described as one of the UK’s best kept secrets – although it’s been running since 2001. Founder
Read More »Compare The Music
Part of the service that we like to provide you is one which informs, eases the morning and even occasionally educate too. And this is what we aim to do on a Thursday for
Read More »
Track of the Week
As you’ll know by now, we’re taking a couple of weeks off so we’ll ask the very lovely Mr. Bryan Powis to look after you with lots of lovely new music and we’ll even
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 24
Final one before we take a break then. 5 songs all from the “pop” genre this week. Name the song title and artist for each song for a point each. 5 songs, 10 points,
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 23
Inspired by this weekend’s Top 20 Rock songs of all time on the Sunday Replay with Bob Simpson, we have decided to pick 5 Rock songs for this week’s musical quiz. You should all
Read More »
Track of the Week
FREE CAKE!!! Right. Now I have your attention, I should probably correct the somewhat inaccurate first statement. There is no cake. There is however some free music for you. It comes in the form
Read More »
Rob chats with Kyle Falconer out of The View
So, your fluffy-haired and loveable Breakfast Show host, Rob, spoke with The View’s very fluffy-haired and thoroughly brilliant frontman and songwriter, Kyle, yesterday. Armed with sheets of info on their forthcoming album and tour,
Read More »
Track Of The Week
How was Monday folks?? Well hopefully, we can cheer you up with some free music if it were crap. That’s right. FREE music!!! So without sugar-coating it, here is this week’s Track of the
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 22
Good morning folks. Here we go again! For those who haven’t played before, it’s a pretty simple game. Name each of the songs and their respective artists. That’s it. Rob will reveal the answers
Read More »
Compare The Music
Morning, We’ve just counted up the previous posts for “Compare The Music” and it would appear this is number 12. I could have sworn it was more than that. We have still got some
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Sorry it’s a day late but I put my iTunes password down on the side and someone moved it. Anywho, I’ve proven who I am to the lovely people at the fruit-farm and now
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 21
Can you believe we’re 21 weeks into 2013. Unbelievable!! Alas, the show must go on and on it will go, with a new week comes a new That’s That Song That Goes quiz. For
Read More »
Compare The Music
While I’m here, and catching up on all the bits that Rob hasn’t done while I was away, I’ll post up today’s Compare The Music tracks too. A slightly different pace to usual, but
Read More »
Rob meets Dave Giles and his new EP
Good morning everyone. It has eluded my attention, until now, that Rob has not shared the videos he took of Dave Giles from last Friday. So, in short, here they are: The Strongest Man
Read More »
Track of the Week
Last week’s Track of the Week was probably our personal favourite. However, we know that not everyone is going to like each track we bring you. It’s part of the service and honest we
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 20
Hello everybody. I trust that Rob was well-behaved while I was off? It doesn’t matter if not as I have all of last week’s shows to go through with the boss later on today.
Read More »
Compare The Music
Happy Sea Monkey Day!! Yes, there really is a day celebrating those mythical monkeys of the underworld. Anywho, on we go with a bit of musical analysis or Compare The Music, if you will.
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Alright?? As mentioned earlier, Tim’s not here this week which means all manner of things may or may not happen. However I have managed to get my mitts (thanks to Tim for pre-sending it
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 19
Welcome back everyone. For those of you who play along regularly and might be getting used to some of our more tenuously connected tracks, you’ll have to open up your minds a little bit
Read More »
Compare The Music
Thank Goodness It’s Friday (tomorrow)!! For those of you praying to the God of Sunshine begging for him (or her) to take away this damp, windy, non-summerlike weather, feast your eyes and ears on
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Wowzer!! Was that really a Bank Holiday?? With real sunshine?? I think I could get used to that. Anyway… It is Tuesday and it is of course time to change our Track of the
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 18
Happy Bank Holiday Monday! Hope you’re all making the most of the sunshine and time off work. Done any DIY this weekend? Visited Ikea? Cut the grass? Had a BBQ? I’m guessing that most
Read More »
Compare The Music
Alright?? It’s Thursday and therefore it is time to Compare The Music. A lovely summery song for you to hear, not just once, but twice!!! As always, the first is the original and the
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Hello everyone!! It’s Tuesday and yes the door handle is slightly wobbley. Tim and I will have a look at it after we’re finished at 10. Anywhodalum, it’s a Tuesday and that means we
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 17
Good morning everyone. Nice to see the sunshine on a Monday morning isn’t it? Well, while you are soaking up some early summer sun why not have a go at this week’s musical game,
Read More »
Compare The Music
Each and every Thursday we take you on a musical education trip, where we reach into the infinite sack of music (approximately 400 million songs) and pull out an original song. Then we delve into the
Read More »
Track of the Week
Happy St.George’s Day everyone!! We’ve got a brand new Track of the Week for you today, so all yours for absolutely nothing… The Neighbourhood – Female Robbery We’ll be playing it on-air every morning,
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 16
If you’ve not played our daily music quiz thing then now is your chance to have a go!! For regular players, you can skip this bit and press play, for anyone who’s not played
Read More »
Compare The Music
For anyone who may have been confused by Rob’s ambiguity this morning about who he is, he is Rob despite him constantly shouting “That’s Not My Name”. He was only bringing to your attention
Read More »
Track Of The Week
Morning all, As we do each week, Tuesday is the day we pick our “Track of the Week” on the show. This week’s is Rocket Love by Angel and can be yours for free! Simply
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 15
We are very happy that the sunshine has finally decided to make an appearance. We’re even thinking that it could soon be cider weather! We won’t get too carried away though, I’ll leave that
Read More »
Compare The Music
Hi there. Tim here just delivering this week’s musical comparison courtesy of both Coldplay and Pendulum. Rob has just played the original and cover version on-air and now you can watch them in your
Read More »
Track of the Week
By the Hammer of Thor!! (name the movie??) Nevermind, moving on. We just played our new Track of the Week and it was goooood. Last week we featured Bring Me The Horizon – And
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 14
Hello there!! A new day, a new week and a new tax year all in one day, now that’s a proper Monday. Coffee anyone??? Anyway, why not forget all of that for a moment
Read More »
Compare The Music
Eh ‘up?!? Is that a new coat?? I like it!! Anywho, we like to consider the Breakfast Show not only entertaining (sometimes) but also educational too. And this is why we do”Compare The Music”.
Read More »Track of the Week
Good morning everyone. I know that you don’t want to go back to work today, I was the same yesterday, but hopefully some free music might ease your pain. Our new track of the
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 13
Happy April!! 4-day week ahead and spring is on it’s way, according to Countryfile. Anywho, I’m not here to tell you about my Sunday evening televisual viewing, I am here of course to deliver
Read More »
Compare The Music
Hello!! Today we played both Bee Gees (the original) and Take That (a cover). Which do you prefer?? First up, the original from the undeniable Bee Gees… And then there’s the cover version by
Read More »
Our Track of the Week
Happy Tuesday folks. Today is the day when we select a new track of the week and as usual, it is a track that you can have for free. So, from today and for
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 12
Happy Monday one and all. Good weekend?? Tell you what, I’ve been like most others, complaining about the snow but on Saturday it was really going for it in our country’s capital. Certainly helps
Read More »
Sorry it’s late
Happy Wednesday everyone. I’ll keep this short and let you get on to listening to this week’s That’s That Song That Goes. Rob will post a link to our Track of the Week soon
Read More »
I’ve been banned from saying “BOOM!” Not happy.
Welcome to Tuesday!! Unless, of course, you are not reading this on a Tuesday in which case, welcome to [insert current day here]. There, that’s that sorted then. Right, just so that it has
Read More »
And just like that, it’s March!!
Well hello there and welcome to our corner of this here fine website of visual and audible loveliness. My name is Rob and it’s a pleasure to have you. On this page you will
Read More »
The 9th Breakfast
Welcome to the end (of February)!! All back to school this week after half-term and already I can’t wait until Easter. Am I the only one who likes to crack chocolate eggs open in
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 7 + Track of the Week
Before we continue, has anyone noticed we are already half way through November? Unbelievable! Don’t forget that Mother’s Day is not far away. For goodness sake DO NOT forget! Okay, so if you’re quite
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 6
Before we start, I would like to remind you (fellas) that this Thursday is Valentine’s Day. You’ve been warned!!! Right, so for 10 Breakfast Bonus points (redeemable in Woolworths, Jessops and Comet) who sings
Read More »
Unlike the iPhone, we’re going to keep things named correctly
That’s right. Officially this week’s TTSTG should be number 4 but because I was ill and we rolled over week 3′s into week 4 we’re going to brush over those minor details and get
Read More »
Supporting local traders in Warley
Local councillors Karen Chilvers and William Lloyd came down to Phoenix FM to talk about the proposed new Tesco coming to Warley, and Shop Warley Day which will be taking place on 2nd February.
Read More »
The Return Of The Hermit Club
One of Brentwood’s best-known music venues, The Hermit Club, is reopening after a break of several months. Pete Sills and Dave Greene have taken over a lease from Essex County Council and are now
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 3
In case hearing it once a day on-air isn’t enough, or you miss it, we’re going to post the audio to That’s That Song That Goes here for you to listen to it until
Read More »
It’s Only A Matter Of Time…
Morning all, For those who heard last week, I played a little prank on Mr Bryan Powis because he made the unfortunate mistake of leaving his PhoenixFM blog logged in on the studio computer.
Read More »I wish I was as cool as Phoenix FM’s Breakfast DJ The Jellyman…
Good morning everybody. I know what you’re thinking, “Why is Bryan awake at this hour? Isn’t he usually in bed about now?” It’s a good question and usually you would be right but on
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes Numero Uno for 2013
We won’t keep you long, simply click the “play” button below (assuming it hasn’t started automatically playing, in which case you may want to restart it while you read the rest of this) Post
Read More »We’ll be here all through the New Year celebrations
Happy Boxing Day everyone!!! Did we all get something nice from Santy Claus?? Good good. Well this is just a wee reminder that despite the festivities, board games, TV repeats and waaay too much
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 29
So we decided that last week’s was easy enough to get within the 10 plays on air but this week, well, it’s a bit trickier. For all our new listeners, the rules are simple.
Read More »
Holy Guacamole Batman! It’s December (nearly)
This month has flown by quicker than Felix Baumgartner out of a space pod! So, lots of guests to recap on starting with Peter Stremes from Saint Francis Hospice who was back in on
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 27
New week! New tracks! As usual, can you name the 5 songs and their respective artists from this week’s That’s That Song That Goes? Answers can be posted underneath in the comments box, on
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 26
Think you know your music? Surely naming 5 “Love” songs can’t be that hard? Well then, what are you waiting for? You can post your answers below, on Facebook or on Twitter
Read More »
That’s That Song That Goes 25
OK, after much to-ing and fro-ing Producer Tim and I have decided the fairest place to allow to listen to our daily music game (which is essentially SongPop on the radio, but we can’t
Read More »
Change For Life at the Brentwood Centre
This past week, on Friday the 9th Nov, we were joined by Ed Henry from the Change 4 Life program. You know the one. The TV ads with the play-dough people beating up wooly-mammoths and
Read More »
False Pretences
On Friday the 2nd Nov Rob was lucky enough to interview a brilliant, newly-published author by the name of Heather Moore. At the age of just 16, Heather began writing a book for fun.
Read More »
Clocks Go Back!!!
Wow, the last few weeks have just flown by. Last time we checked, we had only just gone back to school and now it’s half term!!! With just 59 days to go until Christmas,
Read More »
Here’s how August came to a close…
Can you believe it’s September already?? Un-ruddy-believable!!! You may remember a few weeks back we held the very first PhoenixFM Mini-lympics. It was Drive vs Breakfast, Powis vs Jelly and in case you didn’t
Read More »
PhoenixFM Mini-lympics : Event 5
And so the 1st EVER PhoenixFM Mini-lympics comes to a close just as the London Olympics has. The final event was an interpretation on the Rhythmic Gymnastics which we called Rhythmic Gym-dance-stics (clever eh??)
Read More »
PhoenixFM Mini-lympics : Event 4
The penultimate event in the 1st ever Mini-lympics saw Powis needing a win in order to take it down to the last day. Would he buckle under the pressure or did he squash the
Read More »
PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 3
After an intense start to the Mini-lympic fortnight there was a 2 day break from events but the end of the week had a treat in-store. Event number 3 to end the week on
Read More »
PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 2
The organisers of the PhoenixFM Mini-lympics wanted to keep the tempo up from day one and so organised a second event on day 2. Event number 2 was an interesting take on Archery…
Read More »
PhoenixFM Mini-lympics: Event 1
With London 2012 happening just down the road, Monday the 30th of July saw the opening event to the 1st EVER PhoenixFM Mini-lympics between Powis (Drive) and Jelly (Breakfast) Event 1 was a variation
Read More »
We’re sorry :-(
Ladles and Gentlespoons, May I firstly take this opportunity to apologise for the Breakfast Team’s lack of postings here on our blog. We do try to keep you up-to-date with what’s going on daily
Read More »
Rob meets Mike Linger; Dodgeball Master
On Wednesday the 20th of June, the Phoenix FM studios were graced with the presence of Dodgeball-ing royalty in the form of Mike Linger: player, coach and now creator of Brentwood’s own Dodgeball
Read More »Breakfast Show: Series 3
Happy Monday All!!! It was a very busy weekend for both Producer Tim and I so it has taken us until now to post a round-up of last week for you. Last week saw
Read More »Breakfast Show: Series 2
Hi everybody, Producer Tim here Series 2 (or week 2 if you’d prefer) is all done and that means it’s time for a recap. We were supposed to have a sporting guest in this
Read More »Brand New Breakfast Show: Series 1
Evening everyone, Well, at the end of week 1 (or Series 1 as I’m calling it) I am pretty happy with how it all went. Everything went well and I didn’t have to break open
Read More »The Breakfast Show – A Promise Is A Promise…
… and that’s why The Promise returned to the Breakfast Show as my Friday House Band. I like these boys. They have worked hard since their first appearance back in October last year and it is
Read More »
Brentwood’s Budget 2012/13 – Louise McKinlay talks to Phoenix FM
The Leader of Brentwood Borough Council, Louise McKinlay, came into this morning’s Breakfast Show to talk about the new budget for 2012/13 which was set at last night’s Town Hall meeting. You can hear
Read More »Breaking News – Nigel Clarke defects to Brentwood Conservatives.
This morning The Rt Hon Eric Pickles MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government and Councillor Louise McKinlay, Leader of Brentwood Borough Council held a press conference at the Town Hall to
Read More »The Breakfast Show – Christmas & New Year
I would like to start by wishing you all a Happy New Year. May 2012 bring you whatever 2011 didn’t. We had great fun over the festive period on the show, which was enhanced
Read More »
The Brentwood Gazette Charity Shop £5 Challenge
Last week I was set a challenge by the Gazette and it was simple… I was given a measly budget of just £5 and the task of searching high and low, eyes peeled in
Read More »LONDON 2012 OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY TO VISIT TWO COMMUNITIES IN BRENTWOOD
Massive news this morning. It has been annouced The London 2012 Olympic Torch will travel through two communities in Brentwood on its journey to the Olympic Village in Stratford. On 6th July 2012,
Read More »The Breakfast Show – Week 10/10/11 – Promise me this…
I was joined on Friday by new band on the block – The Promise, for one of their first radio interviews and they are ready to head into 2012 in style. The five piece made up
Read More »The Breakfast Show – Week 03/10/11 – Hakuna Matata!
First off, the randomness of this photo, the people present and the location really made me chuckle at the end of this week. For some reason our boss @eddiecurry is stood in the middle
Read More »Hello. It’s Silly O’Clock …
I have made the switch from afternoon Drive to the Breakfast Show recently. I love the mornings, its the best time of day. Its the time of day when your mind is clear before
Read More »Brentwood Street Pastors on Summer Breakfast
This coming Friday, from late evening you will see a group of volunteers from local churches out in the Brentwood High Street area. Our new Street Pastors are there to help you stay safe,
Read More »Chris Hossack – Breakfast – 10 August 2011
After Russell Quirk and Phil Baker’s comments on the Breakfast Show on 10 August, fellow Conservative Councillor Chris Hossack responded. Phoenix FM will be inviting other individuals to comment on this issue. Click here
Read More »Russell Quirk & Phil Baker on Breakfast – 10 August 2011
Brentwood Conservative Councillors Russell Quirk and Phil Baker talked on the Breakfast Show about Russell’s request via the Freedom of Information Act for information regarding the recent debate over the future use of Brentwood’s
Read More »This Friday The Sweeney Go GO GOES!…
Hello Friends, this Friday is my last show as I hang up my headphones for a well earned rest from early mornings. If you are around and you want to pop by the studio
Read More »What a busy week….
LOCAL NEWS MISSING GIRL: Nafisa Diyar, 15, has been missing since 4pm on Friday, when she was last seen at Brentwood Station. The youngster, who had been living with foster parents at an address
Read More »Friday – A beautiful end to a short week, here’s hoping the weather sticks around (crossing fingers!)
Have a lovely weekend, I am going to do my best to avoid watching any talent contests, and with a 90th Birthday on Saturday and a Cinema date with my husband on Sunday I
Read More »Thursday – Theatre News and Pete’s Sporting Predictions
HSBC predict new business landscape Old Boiler Scrappage scheme ends Mortgages slumped in April because of the Bank Holiday Monarch Airline drops fees for Debit Card users Pinewood takeover deal to be investigated by
Read More »Wednesday – Its Midweek and feels like a Monday!!! – Pinch and a Punch the first of the month
Thanks to Ed for looking after the show, I hope that you had an enjoyable Bank Holiday, the next one feels a long way away!!! Did you get Olympic Tickets? I didn’t but I
Read More »Friday – TV Treats this Bank Holiday Weekend
BUSINESS Burberry’s sales rocket in Europe, Jaguar Joy over profits, Eurotunnel to provide UK with Electricity. PETE’s WEEKEND OF SPORT Saturday – Barcelona vs Manchester United at 7.45pm at Wembley in the Champions League
Read More »Thursday – Theatre News and listings …
A delayed start to the morning but we got there in the end!! Lots of local Theatre to keep you and the little ‘uns entertained over half term. No Pete this morning with his
Read More »Friday – The Special K’s popped in to the studio
The Special K’s popped in to the studio to play some live tracks and talk about the new Album due out in the Autumn. In the studio there was: Howard Kaye -Vocals
Read More »GUEST: Leanne Louise The last time we met you were in an Open Mic Competition, she didn’t get beyond the regional finals how ever she says it was the starting point for her song
Read More »Tuesday – Music News still no movement in the number one spot Adele continues her reign as the Queen of the Charts!
BUSINESS Eurozone debt woes have a knock on effect on the FTSE -100, Ryanair fairs rise, Interest rates at decade peak, but the business lending target for banks was not met finally Thousands of
Read More »Monday – The only way is Essex gets a Bafta!!!
A busy weekend for me so I’m in the studio for a rest!!! I have results from the Bafta awards, local news and sport… BUSINESS NEWS Withdraw and give to charity at an ATM,
Read More »Thursday – Theatre News
Thanks to Bryan sitting in for me yesterday, today we heard that the world is going Ga Ga! Pete popped by with his sporting weekend and his predictions and there’s also the theatre listing
Read More »Monday – Music News
MUSIC NEWS Pos. Artist Title 1 Adele – 21 2 Hugh Laurie – Let Them Talk 3 Adele – 19 4 Bruno Mars – Doo Wops & Hooligans
Read More »Monday – X factor news and all the latest sport and local news
What a busy weekend, out with Friends on Saturday, college on Sunday and caught up with the Bruv on Sunday, all in all a great weekend but now I am exhausted and need another
Read More »Friday – The 13th , are you suspicious???
Friday the 13th’s bring good luck to my family but how about you?? So the end of another busy week and I’m looking forward to catchnig up with friends and maybe seeing my new
Read More »Thursday – Theatre News, Pete’s Predictions and Sports news…
BUSINESS HSBC look set to quit the US, ITV dramatically increase advertising revenues, The Little Chef has beefed up slaes and healthy fast food retailer POD gets support to grow. LOCAL SPORT Evening Echo,
Read More »Tuesday – Music Mahem and all the other stuff as well…
I was a very sleepy Emma this morning, but I managed to find sone interesting new music to play you in the last hour of the show so if you missed it you can
Read More »Monday – What a weekend thank goodness for a Monday, here’s what happened in my shorter show today ….
BUSINESS House Hunters fooled by online scam, Britain’s biggest bed maker can rest easy after they were rescued yesterday, Smirnoff is top of the charts (as the world’s leading alcoholic drink) LOCAL SPORT 07
Read More »Breakfast Show – 04/05/2011 Job Interview Fail, Nan and Circus For Elephants
Im back, standing in for Emma for a couple of days. We looked through today’s national newspapers which included a Gloucester student who won China’s answer to the X Factor, A real-life version of the computer
Read More »
