Two of Australia’s most extraordinary vocalists, Karen Lee Andrews and Jade MacRae, are set to deliver a powerhouse performance at the Factory Theatre on Friday, February 7th, 2025. This double album launch show promises an unforgettable evening of soul, blues and captivating storytelling as both artists unveil their latest works. Jade MacRae: Triumph Through Music […]
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Get ready for an unforgettable sonic journey as the Sun Ra Arkestra returns to Australia in March 2025 for their biggest national tour yet! After a 7-year hiatus, the cosmic jazz pioneers will bring their electrifying live performances to Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and Thirroul, alongside appearances at the iconic Golden Plains and WOMADelaidefestivals. Since their formation in 1958 by the legendary Sun […]
The stars have aligned for a remarkable night of jazz as Daryl Pratt, Matt McMahon, Brett Hirst, and Andrew Gander reunite to launch their highly anticipated album Aswirl. This extraordinary performance will take place on Thursday, February 6th, at Foundry616, bringing together four of Australia’s most celebrated jazz improvisers and composers after an eight-year hiatus. A Historic […]
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Queer Screen’s Mardi Gras Film Festival returns to Sydney from February 13th to 27th, 2025, bringing together a remarkable selection of LGBTQ+ films from around the world. This year’s event will feature over 150 films, including 20 Australian premieres and a world premiere of the Danish film In Ashes by director Ludvig C. Poulsen. The festival offers […]
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Byron Bay Bluesfest returns for its 36th edition this Easter, from April 17th to 20th, 2025. Recognized globally as Australia’s premier contemporary blues and roots festival, this iconic event will once again transform the Byron Events Farm into a haven for live music lovers. This year’s lineup promises something extraordinary, with headliners including: Chaka Khan […]
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Get ready for an unforgettable night of epic beats and electric vibes! Melbourne’s heavy-groove powerhouse The Seven Ups are bringing their brand new EP “Fight Night” to life in a one-off performance at Lazybones Lounge! With a sound that journeys from deep funk, psychedelic fuzz, to synth-laden post-psych, The Seven Ups will transport you through a sonic landscape that combines retro-futuristic […]
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Andrew Bovell (When the Rain Stops Falling, Things I Know To Be True)succeeds at crafting a masterful telling of passion, history and politics in the picturesque setting of Madrid, Spain. Camellia whittles away her days, caught between the past and the present, in her stately Spanish home. She is looked after by her carer Alejandro […]
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From the mind of Gumbayngirr/Wiradjuri playwright Dalara Williams, this sharp and exciting new play brings with it joy, hilarity and an insightful look into the lives of three Indigenous women in the midst of 60s Redfern. Redfern 1966. 3 lives. 3 perspectives. A friendship and a love story woven together. Cheryl, Lulu and Queenie are […]
Grammy-nominated R&B soul singer and songwriter BJ the Chicago Kid, born Bryan Sledge, hails from Chicago, Illinois. Known for his gospel-infused vocals and deep connection to classic soul, BJ makes his highly anticipated debut Australian tour in 2025, bringing his smooth blend of R&B, soul, and hip-hop to audiences down under for the first time. […]
Steel Pulse, one of reggae’s most iconic and influential bands, is set to celebrate their 50th anniversary with a highly anticipated tour across Australia in early 2025. Known for their pioneering blend of roots reggae, punk, and rock, Steel Pulse has spent five decades creating socially conscious, empowering music that has inspired generations. From their […]
Hosted on the ancestral lands of the Kaurna People in the Botanical Gardens/ Tainmuntilla of Adelaide WOMADelaide is back and even bigger in 2025! The iconic music festival has been in the public eye since it’s inception in 1992. Begun as a daring and innovative experiment, WOMAD has taken on a life of its own […]
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An Exhilarating End to the Year! Dance into 2025 with Lazybones Lounge’s NYE event! Not only will there be extravagant food and drinks, there will also be three brilliant bands that will be sure to make you move and groove to their music. So come along to the best place in town and celebrate the […]