The tunesmith who captured happiness in a musical bottle, Tom Snow, recalls the events that led him behind the spotlight and into the writer’s room. Talking with Leo Metzker, he highlights the craftsmanship and customisation involved in songwriting for the likes of Leo Sayer, the Pointer Sisters, Olivia Newton-John and Deniece Williams. From “Thunder in […]
That’s a wrap on the ‘final’ 36th Byron Bay BLUESFEST 2025. Wait. What? It’s coming back next year and tickets are on sale already! Over four perfect Byron blue sky days, Bluesfest 2025 was filled with incredible live music, big crowds and good vibes. An eclectic mix of artists this year meant there was truly […]
In this episode, Tony speaks with filmmaker Ben de Hoedt about his striking new film Disappear Here, launching this week at The Ritz. They delve into the film’s gritty inspirations, its subversive take on modern Australian identity, and why it’s already generating buzz as a future cult classic. A must-listen for cinephiles and curious creatives […]
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150,000 NSW children now live in apartments. But very few apartments are designed with that in mind. On this episode of THE SYDNEYIST podcast, UNSW Professor Philip Oldfield joins Elizabeth Farrelly to talk about why this is, and what can be done. […]
Reviewed by Beate Birzniece The sun has come out at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre with the dazzling revival of Annie, and it’s nothing short of spectacular. The timelessly beloved story of the vibrantly optimistic Annie has taken the stage once again in Sydney, reimagined with fresh choreography and vibrant sets, captivating audiences across all ages. It […]
The Winter term 2024 includes open short courses for adults, including jazz and soul ensembles, impro basics, blues guitar, music theory, singing and more! All held at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Tired of not giving an interesting answer to what instrument you play? Or regretting not continuing those guitar lessons after Year 12? Worry no […]
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Reviewed by Anna-Celine Rautenberg Sydney audiences have seen Titanic retold in many ways, but never quite like this. Titanique, the wildly irreverent and hilariously over-the-top parody, has made its way to Australian shores, and it’s safe to say: this ship is sailing full speed ahead on waves of comedy, nostalgia, and powerhouse vocals. From the moment the curtain […]
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Get ready to swing into the golden age of jazz as the Dan Barnett Big Band brings their irresistible energy and timeless style to Jazz at The Lounge 2025. Featuring a stellar 14-piece ensemble and the charismatic Dan Barnett at the helm, this is big band music at its boldest — brassy, soulful and straight […]
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Virginia Lowe speaks with Nadia Piave from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music about the Conservatorium Open Academy – a vibrant program offering music courses for all ages and skill levels. They delve into the importance of accessible music education, the joy of lifelong learning, and how the Academy helps foster creativity across the community. […]
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The voice of blue velvet soul, Maysa, first graced the sonic canvas of Stevie Wonder’s Jungle Fever. Speaking with Leo Metzker, she tells her story of choral beginnings to acid jazz immortality as the frontwoman of Incognito. Advancing upon her solo trajectory, Maysa founded Blue Velvet Soul Records in 2018 and embarked on her biggest […]
Reviewed by Anna-Celine Rautenberg On March 30, the City Recital Hall played host to an evening of profound musical artistry as pianist Daniil Trifonov and baritone Matthias Goerne took the stage for Schubert’s Swan Songs. With a program that blended the introspective beauty of Tchaikovsky’s Children’s Album and the haunting depths of Schubert’s Schwanengesang, the recital was a moving […]
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Imagine a late night in the 1920s. You have arrived at a speakeasy where jazz, soul, rhythm and R&B plays softly in the background as muffled conversations take place under low lighting and red hues. With a whiskey or espresso martini in hand, or your choice from international wines and cocktails, you feel a sense […]
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