“…they set us dancing but made us feel clever at the same time”. The Telegraph The New York based quasi-collective has gone from the best kept secret to one of the most respected names in instrumental music. Snarky Puppy seamlessly fuses a deep knowledge and respect for musical tradition with sonic and conceptual innovation in […]
Brutus is suspicious. Cassius is conspiring. Caesar’s days are numbered. Loved by the people, Caesar’s power is growing – which is dangerous if you live in a world driven by ego and idealism. Those that rise too fast must be dealt with. For the good of the country. For the good of those who wish […]
A Week Long Festival Celebrating the Artistry of Women in Jazz Now in its seventh year the Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival is a week long celebration of the artistry of the women in jazz, uniting musicians from around the globe and across Australia. From modest beginnings it has grown into one of the major […]
Classic Hits From Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Many More! Jazz great James Morrison returns to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra with timeless hits from his latest album, The Great American Songbook. Performing on a range of instruments (trumpet, flugelhorn, trombone, tenor sax and piano); Morrison brings his trademark virtuosity and style to songs written by […]
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Bluesfest Touring is proud to present Vintage Trouble who are returning for headline shows in Melbourne and Sydney this April. Their brand of soulful Blues has taken them on to stages alongside legends including Bon Jovi, The Rolling Stones and The Who. “Vintage Trouble is no nostalgia act. These guys are more interested in being timeless than existing in some […]
“He found song where others find formula; he conveyed song where others play scales.” Los Angeles Times This year’s Musica Viva Gala will be an unmissable occasion to meet the legendary pianist Sir András Schiff, appearing in Australia for the first time in over 20 years! The legendary Sir András Schiff will perform two imaginative programs of great […]
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From humble beginnings, the picturesque village of Mullumbimby has hosted the Mullum Music Festival since its inception in 2008. Nestled amongst the surrounding mountains in the Byron Bay hinterland, this diverse community of just over 3000 people has embraced this very different type of music event. The last decade has seen more than 600 world-class […]
It all took off for Keb’ Mo’ in 1994 with his self-titled release, and over the years he has proven that he is a musical force that defies typical genre labels. Album after album, 14 in total, have garnered him 4 GRAMMY awards and 11 GRAMMY nominations, including Country Song of the Year for “I Hope,” co-written with The […]
Voters will go to the polls on Saturday October 20 to participate in the crucial Wentworth by-election. Licia Heath, a community activist and asset manager has been backed by both Lord Mayor Clover Moore and Sydney MP Alex Greenwich as an independent candidate for Wentworth. “I endorse Licia Heath as the genuine progressive independent candidate […]
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Lonnie Liston Smith (US) came to Sydney and performed for Red Bull Music on Thursday, August 23 at the Overseas Passenger Terminal’s Cargo Hall, a unique warehouse space featuring floor-to-ceiling water views. An evening of enlightening, cosmic and modern jazz. Having worked alongside pioneers of the genre including Miles Davis, Pharaoh Sanders and Roland Kirk, […]
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Mike Nock has been central to Australian jazz for decades. As a pianist, composer, band leader, educator he is responsible for bringing dozens if not hundreds of young musicians into the Australian scene. His recordings go back to the 70s, performing with jazz greats such as Bennie Maupin and Cecil McBee as well as the […]
Hailing from Cuba via New York, Grammy-nominated pianist/composer Elio Villafranca returns to Australia to launch his latest and most ambitious project to date, Cinque. The album has just received a glowing 4.5 stars review from Downbeat Magazine with Villafranca named in the Downbeat Critic’s Poll as one of the Rising Stars of 2018. This exceptional […]