MyFrenchFilmFestival, a FREE online French-language film Festival (14 Jan – 14 Feb)

The 12th edition of the first online French-language film festival starts today. Until February 14th, enjoy the best of new generation French cinema from the comfort of your own home. The International Jury, composed of Michelle Couttolenc, Joachim Lafosse, Filippo Meneghetti, Santiago Mitre, and Daphné Patakia, officially launched the 12th edition of MyFrenchFilmFestival. The principle […]

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Happy New Year from Jammin’ Friday with Something Burning!

Bonjour ou Bonsoir Beautiful souls of Sydney and the world! It’s New Year’s Eve and I hope you are getting ready for 2022 that is knocking at the door.Today, Friday 31st of December 2021, it’s time to say au revoir, adios, arrivederci, adeus, sayonara, goodbye to 2021 and embrace 2022. From 7-9am, Jammin Friday will have a […]

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Review: The Lyin’ Queen at the Studio (Sydney Opera House)

The Lyin’ Queen – Sydney Opera House, Wednesday 1 December Reviewed by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) What a gay ol’ romp in the jungle we had at the Studio last night. The plot? Yes there was one but it didn’t really matter that much. There was too much fun to be had and too many […]

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And the Nominees Are…Eastside Radio!

Eastside Radio Scores Seven Finalists in 2021 CBAA Awards Seven Eastside Radio 89.7FM FM people and programs have been rewarded as finalists in the 2021 Community Radio Awards. A remarkable achievement, as these Community Broadcasting Association of Australia awards received over 320 entries across 30 categories this year – and represent a truly diverse cross-section […]

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Jammin Friday with Athésia is back! Tune in this Friday!

Bonjour ou Bonsoir, Hello Beautiful souls of Sydney and the world! I hope life is shining for all of you wherever you are. I am so happy to be back on air from 7-9am this Friday 29th of October 2021 during Jammin’ Friday. Tune in to win some treats! For all supporters of Eastside Radio,  you may […]

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Vince Jones & The Astral Orchestra

Live music is back! Australia’s premier purveyor of jazz-rock VINCE JONES returns to Sydney with his unforgettable homage to one of the greatest cross-over artists of our time VAN MORRISON. Australia’s premier jazz/rock artist presents an unforgettable night of classic rock.  A magnificent homage to two of rocks greatest albums – Astral Weeks – Van Morrison’s most […]

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2021 Freedman Jazz Fellowship Winner

Sydney-based guitarist and composer, Hilary Geddes, has been announced as the winner of the 2021 Freedman Jazz Fellowship, valued at $21,000. A versatile artist who has gained a reputation for her work in the jazz, indie-rock and art-music sector, Hilary represents an exciting future for Australian jazz.  In a period where women are having an important and lasting impact on the global jazz scene, […]

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Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival 2021

The 2021 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival welcomes the return of live music in Sydney, and highlights the exceptional contribution that women are making to jazz across 10 spectacular days from Friday 12 November  – Sunday 21 November.   This year’s program celebrates Australia’s uniqueness, defined by our vibrant multi-cultural community which showcases a diverse range of styles and sounds. Audiences will experience a plethora of artists reaching across the musical spectrum including ancient Japanese improvisations […]

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Freedman Jazz Finalists Announced 2021

Flora Carbo – Saxophone Joseph Franklin – Bass Hilary Geddes – Guitar Maria Moles – Drums After a competitive search for Australia’s most exciting young jazz talent, The Music Trust’s Freedman Jazz Fellowship finalists have been announced for 2021.  Flora Carbo, Joseph Franklin, Hilary Geddes and Maria Moles have been named as this year’s finalists to go before esteemed judges; […]

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SIMA & 2021 Earshift Music Festival

Co-presented Earshift Music and SIMA, we are thrilled to announce the 2021 Earshift Music Festival.  A music marathon of sorts, you’re invited into the homes of great Australian artists  for intimate performances across ten consecutive days. Earshift Music Artistic Director, Jeremy Rose will host live artist chats following each performance. The festival takes place online from October 1 – 10, 8pm AEST […]

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MSF Profile with Dr Rachel Tullet

Home: Christchurch, NZ Field role: Medical Team Leader; Emergency Training Focal Point/Doctor Médecins Sans Frontières experience: Field-based trainer, Geneva, 2017-2019, and eight field placements, including— Medical Team Leader, Afghanistan, 2020 Emergency Room Trainer, Iraq, 2020 Medical Activity Manager, Lebanon, 2020 and Syria, 2017 Emergency Doctor, South Sudan and Mediterranean Search and Rescue, 2016 “It’s important […]

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Shout Eastside Shout: Sylvia Rosenblum

Approx. 2 minute read It was a dark winter’s evening back in 2017, when I, along with a few other newbie volunteers, braved the cold to visit the creative space under Paddington Town Hall to train up on the ways of Eastside Radio. The first Sensei ready to impart their knowledge and wisdom was Sylvia […]

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