Elixir feat. Katie Noonan, Zac Hurren & Ben Hauptmann

Australian folk jazz trio, Elixir, featuring Katie Noonan, Zac Hurren, and Ben Hauptmann, come to Bondi Pavilion for one night only this March to perform their new album ‘A Small Shy Truth’. The band gives musical life to the philosophical lyrics of renowned poet and cartoonist Michael Leunig. Elixir have well and truly established themselves […]

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Album of the week: Another Blue – Crosslegged // Habits of the Hero – Joel Trig

EASTSIDE ALBUM OF THE WEEK PRESENTS Another Blue – Crosslegged Cross Legged is an extremely uprising musical artist whose soulful melodies and introspective lyrics have captivated audiences worldwide. With her distinctive blend of folk, indie, and pop influences, Cross Legged has carved out a unique niche in the music industry. Her debut album, “Another Blue,” […]

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Unmasking Complexity: A Review of May December

Reviewed by Elisa Herrera My initial impression of “May December” was marked by the surprise expressed on social media over Charles Melton’s lack of an Oscar nomination for his role. This sparked speculation and discussion, particularly on platforms like TikTok, where followers questioned whether the actor, known for his role as Reggie in “Riverdale,” was […]

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The Mad Professor: Leading Dub producer comes to show his work in Sydney

“Dub me Senseless“ The Mad Professor is coming back! Only weeks from now Sydney will welcome The Mad Professor. He is currently on tour giving multiple performances in Australia.  The man who played a significant part in transitioning dub into the digital age is considered one of the leading producers of dub music. The British […]

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Album of the week: Emerald Hands – Barney McAll // m_unit: Beyond Orbits – Miho Hazama

EASTSIDE ALBUM OF THE WEEK PRESENTS Emerald Hands – Barney McAll Barney McAll’s “Emerald Hands (Extra Celestial Arts)” is a mesmerizing odyssey through the realms of jazz fusion, electronica, and avant-garde experimentation. As a highly respected pianist, composer, and bandleader, McAll pushes the boundaries of musical expression with this groundbreaking album. “Emerald Hands” serves as […]

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Pauline: From TV to Radio

Little Pauline from Germany was always impressed by the effect movies and music have on people. Little Pauline is now 22 years old and the new intern at Eastside Radio. By Pauline Wiesner Hi, I am Pauline and it’s my first week at Eastside Radio in Paddington, Sydney. Originally I am from Frankfurt and I […]

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Queenie van de Zandt in BLUE: The Songs of Joni Mitchell

Settle in for a treat and be transported to Woodstock as renowned cabaret chanteuse Queenie van de Zandt, with a live band, performs BLUE: The Songs of Joni Mitchell – one of Rolling Stone’s Greatest Albums of All Time. This Helpmann Award nominated show is coming to Bondi for an enchanting night of song and story-telling. Australian […]

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Album of the week: Dama Bega Nibi (I Want To Go Home) – Aron & The Jeri Jeri Band // Lean in – Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke

EASTSIDE ALBUM OF THE WEEK PRESENTS Dama Bega Nibi (I Want To Go Home) – Aron & The Jeri Jeri Band Released just this year on the 12th January 2024, Aron & The Jeri Jeri Band is a fusion collection of Senegalese traditions with jazz and the pulsating bliss of electronic music and rhythm. Led […]

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Album of the Week: A Free Blowing Wind – The Seven Ups // DEVOTION – Muriel Grossman

A Free Blowing Wind – The Seven Ups A groovy group from Melbourne, the Seven Ups showcase an incredible album to present for Eastside Radio’s Album of the Week. A Free Blowing Wind takes listeners on an abstruse journey into the lesser known, darker dives of instrumental music, drifting from funk to spiritual jazz and through to psychedelic […]

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Snarky Puppy Australian Tour 2024

Snarky Puppy is an innovative American jazz fusion band led by bassist Michael League, which combines a variety of jazz idioms, rock, world music, and funk and has won five Grammy Awards. They will be performing at The Forum in Melbourne on 25 March, and at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney on 27 March. Snarky […]

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Australia’s Date Debate and the Shadow of Invasion Day

By Elisa Herrera Australia stands divided on the 26th of January, as celebrations and mourning unfold simultaneously. While officially declared as Australia Day since 1994, it’s evident that this date doesn’t uniformly unite the nation.  In contrast to the segment that enjoys parties, barbecues, and a day off work, many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander […]

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