Play Conversation Here: Georgia Knight searches within her music for an embarrassing, explicit, and vulnerable existence. She is the proverbial artistic progeny of PJ Harvey, Kate Bush, and Joan Didion. Like her music, Georgia is raw, honest, gentle, and connected strongly with her sense of self. She has reconciled with the inner sacrifices needed for […]
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Adelaide has always been known for hosting vibrant festivals. In 1992, WOMAD (A World of Music, Arts & Dance) was introduced in the South Australia capital during the joint venture between the Adelaide Festival of Arts and the UK-based WOMAD organization. The festival officially became known as WOMADelaide in 1993 and has turned into a […]
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Wayne Shorter in 2012. The legendary saxophonist and composer died on March 2 in Los Angeles. Photo: Robert Ascroft/The Guardian Wayne Shorter’s jazz career started as a teenager when he learned how to play the clarinet and trumpet. He eventually switched over to the tenor saxophone and played bebop with his older brother Alan. Shorter […]
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Sydney is hosting the eighth WorldPride festival from Feb. 17 to March 5 along with their traditional Mardi Gras celebration. It’s the first time in history WorldPride is being held in the Southern Hemisphere. Oxford Street, located in Darlinghurt, is home to a vibrant LGBTQIA+ community. The street is where the Mardi Gras parade occurred […]
Photo: Andrew Isaacson/Eastside FM For the last 45 years, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras has been one of the most prominent events in the city along with Gay Pride Week for 50 years. Sydney is already known for diversity, inclusivity and a proud LGBTQIA+ population. But this year, it’s gone to another level. The […]
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The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra performs the music of Luigi Boccherini and Giovanni Sammartini with guest soloist Elinor Frey (period cellos) at the City Recital Hall – Friday 24 February 2023. Reviewed by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) In a Spanish themed concert, the stage was dressed in vivid red to suit the evening. A lighting bar […]
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Play Conversation Here Saxophonist Kirsty Tickle (Party Dozen) and contemporary dancer Brianna Kell talk about their latest multi-disciplinary project ‘The Other Side’ with artist Jodie Whalen, produced in collaboration with the Campbelltown Arts Centre. When: 23 – 25 Feb 2023 Tickets available at: Campbell Town Arts Centre What to expect… Party Dozen Music: https://party-dozen.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: @partydozen […]
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Don’t miss this 10 Piece Powerhouse band featuring internationally acclaimed artists who faithfully recreate the dynamic live performances of: The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Martha and The Vandellas, The Four Tops, Fontella Bass, The Jackson Five, Smokey Robinson and many more MOTOWN Legends. This amazing and uplifting show presents classic hits including: […]
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The Sydney Opera House, located on Bennelong Point, is Australia’s most important building and an iconic global landmark. The building is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year. Photo: Andrew Isaacson/Eastside FM Jørn Utzon was an unknown Danish Architect in January 1957. Then he won an international competition for designing a National Opera House to be […]
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Kings Cross Theatre – Wednesday 15 February 2023 Reviewed by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) The thing about independent theatre is, that while it may be a bit rough around the edges, the themes and messaging are told with passion and delivered from the heart. French Letters and Leather Cleaner by newly formed Fruitbox Theatre definitely […]
Love Police are proud to announce the first-ever Australian tour for Charley Crockett and his band. Due to popular demand, the Sydney show has been moved to The Metro Theatre, 624 George Street, Sydney. We’ve been waiting for this moment our whole lives: Charley Crockett, the South Texas-born singer/songwriter makes his Aussie debut in 2023, […]
Burt Bacharach performed at Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Pilton, England back in 2015. Photo: Dylan Martinez/Reuters/The Guardian Burt Freeman Bacharach, born in Kansas City, Missouri, had early aspirations of playing professional football. But instead he devoted his childhood learning how to play the cello, drums and piano. He became extremely passionate about jazz. Bacharach […]
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