No Rastro De Caterina – Cátia De França 19th April 2024 Brazilian multi-instrumentalist, singer, and composer Cátia De França returns with No Rastro De Caterina, a 12-track album that spans almost six decades of her artistic journey. At 77, Cátia is an unparalleled force in Brazilian music, blending diverse rhythms from Brazil and beyond with […]
If you’re like me, over the past few weeks, the flurry of news coming out of the United States has been stressful to navigate. The rate at which the new administration of President Trump has flooded the news cycle is at such a fast pace, it can feel like the casual news reader is drowning […]
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d Henry Fenton is a prolific singer-songwriter boasting an expansive oeuvre of albums and hit singles. Born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, he now calls the US home. Known for songs that are distinctive in their melodic, rhythmic and earthy tones- he is famously noted to have, “melodies that remind one of a […]
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This New Year brings with it excitement and anticipation for things to come. New opportunities, renewed hopes and exciting prospects are typically on top of bucket lists! Look no further than Lazybones Lounge! Brimming with eclectic decor, innovative cuisine and exuberance – Lazybones Lounge stands out as must-see in the heart of Marrickville. The regular […]
The City of Sydney offers a range of grants and sponsorships designed to support and encourage a wide variety of projects that enhance the city’s cultural, artistic, environmental, and social vibrancy. Whether you’re an artist seeking funding for a creative endeavor, a community group with a positive vision for Sydney’s future, or an innovative business […]
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Hamilton – Sydney Lyric Theatre Reviewed by Anna-Celine Rautenberg As someone who has performed in musicals and calls Hamilton on of their all-time favorites, seeing the show in Sydney felt surreal. My previous experience with the German adaptation had been underwhelming – the translation disrupted the rhythm, and the magic of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s original creation […]
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II – Superposition Released July 19, 2024 Finnish quartet Superposition return with their second album II, released on We Jazz Records. Premiering live at Helsinki’s Odysseus Festival, the band—Olavi Louhivuori on drums, Linda Fredriksson and Adele Sauros on saxophones and Mikael Saastamoinen on bass—pushes their free jazz sound into more melodic and flowing territory. Each […]
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Chasing Sunshine, Stories, and Jazz Tunes: My Aussie Adventure Begins Hello everyone, I’m Ryan! I’m a journalist who hails from the US state of Maryland and I just started here at Eastside FM to bring a fresh perspective and work on projects to help the station this summer and autumn. I’ve always wanted to live […]
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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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Wednesday 15 January 2025 Carriageworks Modern Convict Films Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) That would have to have been the most unusual melange to begin a theatrical work I have ever seen. Brendan Cowell, Ewen Leslie and Toby Schmitz are the writers and performers in a bizarre comedy called Hamlet Camp, performed in the […]