‘Mélusine’ by Cecile McLorin SalvantReleased: March 24, 2023Label: Nonesuch Records Mélusine features a mix of five originals and interpretations of nine songs, dating as far back as the twelfth century, mostly sung in French along with Occitan, English, and Haitian Kreyol. The new album’s songs tell the story of the European folkloric legend of Mélusine, […]
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‘3’ by NgaiireReleased: August 27, 2021Label: Dot Dash & Majestic Casual ‘3’ by Ngaiire is a stunning exploration of soul, R&B, and electronic elements. Ngaiire, the Papua New Guinea-born artist, pours her heart and soul into every note, creating an album that’s both deeply personal and universally relatable. Her enchanting vocals and thought-provoking lyrics make […]
Four Flat Whites in Italy at Genesian Theatre, 14 October 2023 Reviewed by Sumaya Sultana The Genesian Theatre has a cosy, well-lit foyer, filled with eager patrons. On the opening night of Roger Hall’s Four Flat Whites in Italy, we were kindly greeted with appetisers and drinks (only water for me!). We waited in anticipation […]
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The Visitors at Sydney Theatre Company, 20 September 2023 Reviewed by Sumaya Sultana The Visitors at Sydney Theatre Company was an experience that left me reflecting weeks after my viewing of the performance. Wesley Enoch’s rendition of Jane Harrison’s speculative play is beautifully thought provoking, asking modern audiences to reflect on a colonial past and […]
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The Importance of Being Earnest at Sydney Theatre Company, 19 September 2023 Reviewed by Sumaya Sultana Sydney Theatre Company’s production of The Importance of Being Earnest perfectly coincides with a recent public interest in 18th and 19th century Europe, allowing the prolific director Sarah Giles as much autonomy as possible when stressing playwright Oscar Wilde’s […]
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Camp Cope at the Sydney Opera House, Friday the 13th of October. A beautiful Friday night graced Sydney, forecasting what was to be at the Opera House later that evening. Camp Cope were to play their last ever show, a band that seeks to be the truest definition of Punk – a loud and aggressive […]
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Town Hall, October 7 Reviewed by Sanne de Kramer I was lucky enough to attend the “Candlelight Concert – A Tribute to Coldplay” organized by Fever, and I can confidently say that it was an unforgettable experience. This unique musical event combined the brilliance of Coldplay’s music with the enchantment of candlelight. Here’s my personal […]
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Powerhouse Museum “Atmospheric Memory”, October 12 Reviewed by Sanne de Kramer I had the privilege of experiencing the “Atmospheric Memory” exhibition at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney last week, and I was left utterly captivated by the stunning marriage of art and science that unfolded before my eyes. Inspired by Charles Babbage’s visionary notion that […]
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EASTSIDE ALBUM OF THE WEEK PRESENTS Angel Bat Dawid – Requiem for Jazz [Released – 23 March, 2023 on International Anthem] Composer, clarinetist, and singer Angel Bat Dawid has released her third studio album Requiem for Jazz on Chicago based label International Anthem. Requiem for Jazz is a 12-movement suite composed, arranged, and inspired in […]
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With an ambitious new album and 30 years of indie-rock classics in tow, beloved Chicago indie veterans Wilco are set to return to Australia for the first time in more than a decade. Since their formation all the way back in 1994, Chicago-based six-piece Wilco have gone on to become one of the most beloved […]