From Hume Crescent and Manchester’s 24hr party people to Sydney’s 90s electronic boom. […]
Interview with atone (aka Andy Fitzgerald)
Review: Message In A Bottle
October 26, 2023 Joan Sutherland Theatre Sydney Opera House October 27, 2023 Reviewed by Sophie Kennedy White It’s a bold move to create a dance musical about the desperate plight of refugees with the music of pop star Sting but Kate Prince’s courageous stage production does it spectacularly. Moved by that shocking image of a […]
DONUT SAMPLES: Brazil (part 1)
November 2002. Legendary hip hop producer Madlib had just arrived in São Paulo, Brazil. With nothing but a portable turntable and his SP-303 digital sampler, he had already put together a makeshift recording setup next to the built-in tape deck in his hotel room. At the time, the Brazilian record market was yet to be […]
Meet Eastside’s newest Intern – Christina
Hi everyone, I’m one of Eastside Radio’s newest interns. A bit about meI’m a 23-year old teaching student in Sydney. I am passionate about languages and cultures. In addition to English, I speak Kannada and Hindi (Indian languages) as well as a bit of French and Spanish. I grew up in a family that enjoys […]
Review: Magritte
26 OCTOBER 2024 – 9 FEBRUARY 2025 AGNSW Naala Nura (South Building) Lower level 2 Review by: Anthony Frater (Arts Wednesday) Every now and again a blockbuster exhibition comes along and lives up to the hype. Magritte, on now at the AGNSW is an extraordinary exhibition. A comprehensive retrospective showcasing many of the artists most […]
Review: The Kingdom of Eucalypts
Thursday 31 October 2024 Bondi Pavilion Moira Blumenthal Productions Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) The Kingdom of Eucalypts is a powerful play that explores many controversial themes while telling the story of one of Australia’s best known writers, Miles Franklin. Playwright Alice Spigelman asks us to grapple with race, feminism, political ideology, the role […]
Review: Ingrid Fliter Performs Chopin
Wednesday 30 October, 2024 Sydney Symphony Orchestra Sydney Opera House Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) Argentinian pianist, Ingrid Fliter gave a consummate demonstration of how to make the piano sing the way Frederic Chopin would have in her graceful performance of his 1st Piano Concerto with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Brazilian conductor Eduardo Strausser […]
Albums of the Week: Ashes – Ashley Ballat // RETURN TO THE SPIRIT – SUN ATLAS
Ashes – Ashley Ballat Immediately upon listening, it is clear that Ashes—the second studio album by trumpeter and composer Ashley Ballat—is a record with a vision. Featuring a sublime soundscape of acoustic and electronic sounds, and layer upon layer of rich sonic tapestries, Ashes is a coherent aesthetic as much as it is a collection […]
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‘The Pool’ – Directed by Ian Darling
The Pool, selected for the Sydney Film Festival, Adelaide Film Festival, CinefestOz and Byron Bay Film Festival, is a visually stunning and emotional cinematic experience filmed over a year at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Icebergs pool. Bondi Icebergs is the most photographed pool in the world. More than just an Instagram destination, this pool is at once […]
Sunset Cinema Bondi 20
Sunset Cinema returns to the Dolphin Court for another unmissable summer of outdoor movies! Get ready for an unforgettable summer experience! Starting 14th November, Sunset Cinema will be screening films from Tuesday to Sunday for six weeks, featuring a blend of new releases, family favorites, and timeless classics—all set against the stunning beachside backdrop of Bondi’s iconic Dolphin […]
Experience the best of French Wine at Le Grape Escape!
Join us at Le Grape Escape, a celebration of France’s finest wines featuring 110 selections from renowned regions like Beaujolais and Champagne! Explore Beaujolais: Dive into the unique identity of Beaujolais, where the Romans first planted vineyards centuries ago. Discover exceptional wines from innovative producers like Foillard and Marcel Lapierre, and savor the standout crus […]
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Support Act Reveals Star-Studded Lineup of Ambassadors for Ausmusic T-Shirt Day
“Life’s better with Australian Music.” – Missy Higgins, Tony Armstrong, Ayesha Madon and TikTok get behind this year’s Ausmusic T-Shirt Day. Australian music industry charity Support Act has announced a star-studded lineup of ambassadors to kick off the next phase of Ausmusic T-Shirt Day – the annual campaign that raises funds for the charity’s work supporting […]
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Review: Ode to Joy at the Sydney Opera House
Saturday 26 October, 2024 Sydney Opera House Sydney Youth Orchestra Sydney Philharmonia Choirs Festival Chorus Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) When a significant musical work lies largely dormant for over 100 years, the question begs “Is it any good?” Well, yesterday the Sydney Youth Orchestra and the Sydney Philharmonia Festival Chorus proved a century […]
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Albums of the Week: Where We Are Now – Mosaic // The Making of Silk – Allysha Joy
Where We Are Now – Mosaic Where We Are Now is the entrancing debut album from Sydney jazz group Mosaic. The 10-piece ensemble has established themselves as one of the most exciting new acts in the city’s jazz scene, their sound coloured by an intricate mix of brass, piano, saxophones and percussion. Their debut record—composed […]
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