Get ready for a night of driving swing, soulful solos and hard bop brilliance as Jazz at The Lounge 2025 continues with a high-energy tribute to one of the greatest jazz ensembles of all time — Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers. Led by acclaimed Australian drummer Andrew Dickeson, this powerhouse quintet brings the fiery […]
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Immerse yourself in the heartfelt tribute to legendary composer, Burt Bacharach. Regarded as the one of the most important and influential figures of 20th century popular music, this celebration of his legacy takes us through his compositions fronted by Las Vegas legends, Vivian Ross and EC Adams. Both having become two of the most sought after […]
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What happened to our cities? Why are young people leaving in droves? Can affordability be fixed? On this episode of The Sydneyist podcast Elizabeth Farrelly is joined by the erudite and articulate Dr Tim Williams to discuss the housing crisis, its causes and solutions. […]
On this episode of The Sydneyist podcast from December 2024 ‘Can Sydney learn from the Commonwealth?’, Elizabeth Farrelly spoke with Hugo Chan about what Sydney can learn from Global examples. Young Sydney architect Hugo Chan was recently elected Youth Representative to the Commonwealth Association of Architects. Hugo believes collaboration and shared learning amongst young architects […]
You already know where it is. But for those still discovering: our must visit venue is in the heart of Marrickville. The Iconic Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar with its eclectic decor is a restaurant and bar with a unique, relaxed atmosphere where people can meet, hang out, chat & listen to live music. This […]
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What if even Gods themselves are losing control? What happens when power, belief, and identity collide in a world that no longer plays by the rules of the divine? The Wrong Gods is the latest production at Belvoir – where beliefs are wavering, identities explode and moral benchmarks blur in a society close to collapse. […]
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In this podcast, Toby Schmitz joins Di Simmons & Suzi Whitehead to discuss his latest release, The Empress Murders. From writing award winning plays to appearing in numerous TV series, Schmitz is an exceptionally accomplished artist with plenty of experience under his belt. In his latest book, Schmitz offers readers a thrilling whodunnit mystery, with […]
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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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Step into the relaxing world of Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar in the heart of Marrickville, where atmospheric lighting, great food, extensive menu of drinks and exclusive live music of genres including jazz, soul, rhythm and R&B combine to create an experience you’ll never forget! Your Inner West’s Jazz Fix Love music? And Love Live […]
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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. […]