“Find the Music in You!” WINTER IS COMING! The Conservatorium’s OPEN ACADEMY is all set for these chilly times with a great range of online classes as well as some of our practical classes back in the building. Our online classes are done in real time with tutor interaction, all in the comfort of your […]
Jammin’ Friday special Radiothon with Athésia 7-9AM (Friday 26th June)
Bonjour, Good Morning beautiful souls! On today’s show, we will have a special Side by Side 2020 Eastside Radiothon show. I have an extra special gift to everyone who becomes a supporter during Jammin Friday show. This year’s Supporter Pack (for everyone who becomes a supporter) includes: T-Shirt or tote bag Double pass to our exclusive […]
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Album of the Week: Until Tomorrow — The Modern Congress
This week’s album of the week is The Modern Congress’ Until Tomorrow. It has been eight years since we have heard from Sydney’s electro-jazz collective The Modern Congress, fronted by jazz guitarist Tim Rollinson. Tim is no stranger to experimental jazz composition, with previous experience fronting the acid jazz collective Directions in Groove (DIG) and […]
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Side by Side in Design and Music
Arts Thursday 25 June This Thursday, join Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers join you for world class design and behind the scenes info on the release of a new work by Distant Drum. First up Maisy speaks with Penny Craswell about her recently published book Design Lives Here, which presents world class Australian design in […]
Arts Wednesday 24 June 2020
At 10:40 am, we’ll hear Part 3 of Developing Sydney with Laila Ellmoos. In this episode, Laila talks some more about council’s powers of demolition of buildings and the rise of the Royal Australian Historical Society, concerned with remembering what the city was losing.You can check out the exhibition online at: https://www.sydneycustomshouse.com.au/visit/exhibitions-events The exhibition and the […]
Album of the Week: Ama, who? — Ama Lou
This week’s album of the week is Ama Lou’s Ama, who? The fresh-faced North London singer has made big waves since she came onto the scene with her debut EP DDD in 2018, and this release is no different. With a soul voice reminiscent of Jorja Smith and Erykah Badu, the album mixes heavy R’n’B beats with scarce […]
Arts Wednesday 17 June 2020
Presented by Bronwyn Rennex On Arts Wednesday this week I speak to Paul Mason who has had a long career in music and broadcasting including being former head of music at the Australia Council. We discuss how artists and musicians have been impacted by the recent pandemic and what government and private initiatives have been […]
MSF Mental Health Tips for Coping with COVID-19
As we adjust to differences in our lives that have been brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, many of us may be feeling anxious or losing sleep. The uncertainties that this pandemic has brought can be stressful, and it’s important to look after our mental health to make sure we are equipped to deal with […]
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MCA opening and intimate cabaret from the Darlinghurst Theatre Company
Green shoots are appearing in the Arts sector as Covid-19 restrictions begin to ease. With the Museum of Contemporary Art opening its doors to the public from 16 June, MCA Director Liz Ann Macgregor joins us to talk about what social distancing will be in place and what’s on for visitors to see. Highlights include Artistic Director, […]
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Album of the Week: NoteSpeak — Lisa Marie Simmons
Eastside’s album of the week this week is Lisa Marie Simmons’ NoteSpeak (Amori e Tragedie In Musica). Lisa Marie Simmons is a soul/folk/jazz singer out of Colorado who began her musical journey studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. She is part of two ensembles currently, Hippie Tendencies (neo-folk/soul) and NoteSpeak, […]
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Arts Thursday with Maisy and Paula
Arts Thursday 11 June We’re back! This Thursday, join Maisy Stapleton and Paula Towers for their first Arts program since the corona virus lockdown. We start today with an interview recorded by Peter Morton in an ongoing series about the treasures in our museums, galleries and libraries. Today Peter speaks to Richard Neville, […]
Album of the Week: Nyaaringu — Miiesha
The Album of the Week show is back! To cap off Reconciliation Week, Eastside is featuring Miiesha’s debut album, Nyaaringu. A Pitjantjatjara/Torres Strait Islander woman from Central Queensland, she recorded and released this stunning debut at just 20 years old. The album is a triumphant blend of gospel, soul, and modern electronic, borrowing sounds from […]