Television or theatre? That is the dilemma facing young and successful television star Andrew Rally. After a cancelled TV series, Andrew wins the coveted role of Hamlet in New York. His real estate agent offers to rent him the apartment where the famous John Barrymore once lived and the fun begins. A séance resurrects Barrymore to mentor Andrew and offer him his expertise in […]
Music’s Mechanical Make-Up
During the course of April/May 2017, Sylvia presented a 7-part series with music historian, Andy Bromberger on Music’s Mechanical Make-Up. You can listen to the conversations below and after each, there is a list of music Andy has suggested you could listen to in order to get a greater depth of understanding. That was Part 1, the […]
Still in my mind
On Arts Wednesday 10 May 2017, Sylvia’s guest was Bronwyn Croft, curator and participating artist in the exhibition entitled Still In My Mind, just opened at UNSW Galleries. It recalls the famous walk off Wave Hill station by aboriginal workers, led by Vincent Lingiari in 1966 and records its legacy. Listen to the 3 parts […]
Sydney Drum & Percussion Show
“There’s so much about percussion, it’s the world’s most accessible form of music – people take their first steps in music through percussion,” says AMA CEO Rob Walker Australian Music Association has today announced the inaugural Sydney Drum & Percussion Show set to engulf the Rosehill Gardens Grand Pavilion on May 27 and 28. Proudly […]
Community Billboard May 9th-May 15th
This weekly community billboard is proudly sponsored by the City of Sydney’s Plan for the future – Sydney 2030 – making our city more green, global and connected […]
Arts Wednesday 10 May 2017
Andy Bromberger returns at 10:40 am for the final part of Music’s Mechanical Make-Up and finishes with The Conductor. My special guest at 11:00 am is Brenda Croft, curator of a new exhibition at UNSW Galleries entitled Still In My Mind. It recalls, documents and reflects on the historic walk off Wave Hill Station in […]
Mark Isaacs In Concert – Review
Mark Isaacs Concert Reviewed by David King Last Sunday afternoon at the Independent Theatre in North Sydney, accomplished pianist and composer, Mark Issacs treated us to a thoughtful and generous performance. He played music from Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, Satie, and Poulenc. He also played excerpts from his Children’s Songs (2011), three impromptu pieces and for […]
Work Experience at Eastside Radio
My names Dominic Staddon and from the 8th of May to the 13th I’m going to be working at Eastside radio. I am in year 10 at high school and have always had a passion for music and an interest in radio ever since I started learning instruments. I’ve been excited about this for a while […]
Album of the Week – Self-titled debut album from The Meltdown
The Meltdown’s debut self-titled debut album is Eastside Radio’s Album of the Week. The Meltdown, Melbourne’s purveyors of the finest country soul, are delighted to announce the release of their self-titled debut album on 7th April, 2017 through HopeStreet Recordings. Blending country, gospel and 60s soul, the result is a unique take on Australian soul music and a record full […]
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GIG GUIDE – Take One – 5th May 2017
Afternoon Eastsiders! Next week is bursting with amazing talent taking to a live venue near you. Why not get organised and cap off each day with some of your favourites, or take the time to discover something new? As always you can tune in Friday’s from 1:30PM-3PM for Take One to hear about these artists and […]
Twilight Concerts: Mikelangelo & The Black Sea Gentlemen
Steeped in multicultural Australia and with a name that conjures up another era, Mikelangelo and the Black Sea Gentlemen are one of Australia’s most magnetic live acts. This sharp dressed five piece band has been touring nationally and internationally to great acclaim for over 16 years, from the Sydney Opera House to the Edinburgh Festival […]
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Kenny Barron Trio at The Basement
Kenny Barron is unrivalled in his ability to mesmerise audiences with his elegant playing, sensitive melodies and dynamic rhythms. Spotted by Dizzy Gillespie when still in his teens, Barron has illuminated the jazz world for over five decades, working with the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz and Roy Haynes. Named by Los Angeles Times […]