The Psychedelics

The Psychedelics, showcasing the unforgettable sounds of a generation: the incredible, ‘psychedelic era’. Five experienced musos (from various bands around Sydney and the South Coast), got together during covid, and the idea of, The Psychedelics, was born. A love of the mid/late 60s music was the inspiration and the driving force which saw the band […]

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Ausmusic T-Shirt Day

Darren Hayes and Casey Donovan head up a stellar Ambassador line-up for this year’s Ausmusic T-Shirt Day Music charity, Support Act, has announced a star-studded line-up of Ambassadors for its annual Ausmusic T-Shirt Day fundraiser on Friday 18 November, headed up by two of Australia’s most-loved musicians, Darren Hayes and Casey Donovan. A total of 30 faces of Australian music, screen and stage have put […]

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Koori Woman Blues

Written by Jake Stone Aunty Marlene Cummins tells her unique and powerful story in song for ‘Marloo’s Blues’, a key feature of SIMA’s Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival. ‘In the immortal words of my favourite blues singer, Savannah Doolan from Woorabinda Mission in Queensland – “I sing for my people.” Marlene Cummins is a legend […]

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Her Divine Purpose

Written by Jake Stone Grammy-nominated Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana and her Quartet will open SIMA’s 2022 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival on October 27th at the Seymour Centre. Melissa Aldana is a New York-based, third-generation saxophonist from Santiago, Chile whose father Marcos and grandfather Enrique ‘Kiko’ Aldana were both masters of the instrument. Aldana’s evocative […]

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Close to Forever Launches New Album “Hearts and Desire”

Stunning new songs played by superb musicians! Close To Forever celebrate the launch of their striking debut album ‘Hearts and Desire’ with a special launch show at The Great Club on Sunday 16 October. The album, funded by the generous support of their fans through a Pozible campaign, has been one big massive journey from […]

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Edith Piaf and Friends

Friends, Franco-files and followers, Dahlia Dior presents Edith Piaf and Friends “There’s nothing quite as inspiring as French song when it’s done right. Dahlia Dior does it just right and doesn’t restrict herself to Piaf, but ranges over the best work by the likes of Aznavour, Trenet, Brel and more…”    The Drum Media “Let me share […]

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Sydney Craft Week 2022

Australian Design Centre announces the program for the Sydney Craft Week Festival 2022 which runs from Friday 7 – Sunday 16 October. The festival program includes 180+ events: 80+ workshops and 38+ exhibitions across 45 suburbs. Sydney Craft Week is the first and only festival in Sydney dedicated to making by hand.  The sixth annual Sydney Craft Week Festival focusses on the climate and sustainable […]

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Review: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs and the music of Eric Whitacre

The Sydney Philharmonia Choirs perform the music of Eric Whitacre at the Sydney Opera House – Saturday 17 September 2022 Reviewed by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) There were three stars of this concert at the newly refurbished Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House: the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, the genius of Eric Whitacre and long […]

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Headline Acts Announced for International Women’s Jazz Fest 2022

Multicultural Lineup Celebrates Women In Jazz Musicians from around the globe will gather in Sydney for SIMA’s annual celebration of women in jazz. Now in its 11th year, the Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival continues to showcase some of the most talented, inspiring and creative musicians from home and abroad. Headlining the 2022 festival is […]

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