On this episode of The Sydneyist podcast we’re looking at trees. Urban heat is rather the topic du jour – as is climate change. And the tree is our best defence – yet still, when push comes to shove, we chop them down. Elizabeth Farrelly is looking quite specifically at the demolition of almost 600 […]
Australian hitmaker, Eric McCusker, reunites with Sydney’s East, the backdrop to some of his biggest records. From “Summer of ‘81” to “Come Said the Boy”, the Mondo Rock guitarist reveals his process of riding a musical idea into compositional fruition. Chatting with Leo Metzker, Eric discusses his rock beginnings as well as his current partnership […]
“His touch is distinct and clear as glass…the Horowitz of Jazz Piano” – Martial Solar (Paris) The legendary James Morrison Quartet joins forces with Grammy award-winning pianist, Marian Petrescu (from Romania) for one night of sublime jazz in the city. With dazzling technique and dynamic interpretation this is a celebration of all that is intoxicating […]
One of the most celebrated artists of his era. Returning to Australia in December 2024, and with a career spanning almost four decades, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell is one of the most celebrated artists of his era. Bell has performed with virtually every major orchestra, and maintains engagements as a soloist, recitalist, chamber musician, […]
The acclaimed Australian artists, Melanie Oxley and Chris Abrahams, are a unique soul-pop duo. They’ve been collaborating since 1989, known for their innovative approach and seamless fusion music. Listen in to John McNamara on Friday Drive as he chats with these iconic musicians about their extensive career, recent performance experiences and the changes they had […]
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‘Ello! We are Arfur and Charlie Chimbley, the Chimbley Bruvvers, esquire, at your service (aka Eliane Morel and Soledad Cordeaux), here to entertain you with our humorous and delightful cockney banter. In our new segment, Scallywag Showtunes, airing during Eastside Radio Drive show, we will hexplore in hexcruciating detail (but with (but with our trademark […]
Virginia Lowe spoke with Jody Sternberg and David Lewis during Tuesday’s Lowedown about their work and upcoming shows across Australia. Both Paris-based Australians, Lewis’ melodic, colourful trumpet and flugelhorn interweave effortlessly with Sternberg’s warm voice and feeling for lyric, playfully mixing languages and musical styles. They will join forces with outstanding Sydney pianist Chris Cody […]
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We are in the middle of a solar revolution. David Barr talks to Peter Martin, visiting fellow from the Crawford School of Public Policy (ANU), what the advantages are of solar power as opposed to nuclear power. Solar wins hands down. […]
Monday 29 July 2024 Sydney Opera House King’s College Choir, Cambridge Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) I feel conflicted. When I look at the stage I see a couple of the boys fidgeting (they caught my eye because the rest of the choir were still, focused and disciplined). Fidgeting with their gowns, their hands, […]
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Does Sydney have theatres to spare? On this episode of The Sydneyist podcast Elizabeth Farrelly is talking with Duncan McNab about saving the historic Art Deco Metro-Minerva theatre in Sydney’s Potts Point. […]
With the coming of Love Police’s Americana Festival ‘Out On The Weekend’ which hits Williamstown, Ballarat and Korumburra this October, Sydney is being graced by a number of sideshows featuring some of the best contemporary alt-country and americana acts. Hurray For The Riff Raff – October 5 With Annie Rose Maloney – Factory Theatre, Marrickville […]
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‘Ello! We are Arfur and Charlie Chimbley, the Chimbley Bruvvers, esquire, at your service (aka Eliane Morel and Soledad Cordeaux), here to entertain you with our humorous and delightful cockney banter. In our new segment, Scallywag Showtunes, airing during Eastside Radio Drive show, we will hexplore in hexcruciating detail (but with (but with our trademark […]