The Cloud Maker (NZ/AUS)

The Cloud Maker’s music celebrates goddesses from each of the five female master musician’s cultures. Channelling ancient tales of fierce battles, shaman dances, journeys to the after-life, and a moth goddess singing the most beautiful song of all time. Featuring Taonga Pūoro (Maori singing treasures), Bass clarinet, Harmonic flutes, Cello, Nyckelharpa (Nordic fiddle), Drums and Voices, […]

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Review: GREGORY PORTER

Sydney Opera House Monday October 20th Sydney Opera House Review by Jammin’ Saturday Love was swirling all around as Gregory Porter and his quintet dazzled the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall’s adoring audience. Opening with ‘Revival’ from All Rise 2020, Mr Porter of impressive stature and signature hatted presence charmed with his warm responses to […]

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Jazz at The Lounge 2025: Hetty Kate: Spring

Immerse yourself in an evening of bops and beats with ‘Jazz at the Lounge’, a four-part series showcasing local talent, renowned musicians, and fresh new voices in the jazz scene. With “a stage presence only matched by the clarity of her voice”, Paris-based, Australian Jazz vocalist Hetty Kate presents songs from her newest release, a […]

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Jazz at The Lounge 2025: Gregg Arthur: Up Close

Lose yourself in Australian singer songwriter Gregg Arthur’s warm baritone when he returns to the Lounge for an intimate concert of his own award-winning compositions alongside favorite jazz standards from the musicians who influenced his life in song. Endorsed by the biggest names in jazz and praised by his contemporaries and the press, Gregg follows […]

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Review: Beyond Jazz Weekender

Beyond Jazz Weekender 15-17 August, 2025 Bellingen Memorial Hall Review by John McNamara (Friday Drive) A long weekend of very fine jazz and much more returned to Bellingen in the mid-north Coast hinterland and what a treat it was for the locals and those who made the trek to this beautiful part of New South […]

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Philosophy of Jazz, One-Off Special with Athésia

Written by: Athésia Bonjour, Good Afternoon beautiful souls of Sydney, Australia and The WORLD.Welcome to Philosophy of Jazz. My name is Athésia, and I’m filling in for Phil James today. Musical odyssey of peace and Love It has been a while since I’ve been on air, on social media, or in the public eye. After almost […]

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Jazz at The Lounge 2025: Emma Pask and her jazz trio band

Prepare to be spellbound when award-winning vocalist Emma Pask makes her debut at the Lounge with her Jazz Trio Band. Emma joined Australian jazz great James Morrison’s band when she was just 16 years old, going on to tour the world with Morrison for 20 years. Now one of Australia’s favourite voices in jazz, Emma […]

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Music Studio Expressions Of Interest Open At Bondi Pavilion!

If you or someone you know are interested in a small studio space to rehearse or record, then look no further! The Music Studio at Bondi Pavilion is available for any and all local musicians looking for a space to practise and perform! There are a limited number of two-week residencies available from August to […]

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Beyond Jazz Weekender: The Musical Experience You Won’t Want To Miss!

Set against the stunning backdrop of the newly refurbished Bellingen Memorial Hall, the Beyond Jazz Weekender is more than a festival—it’s a three-day journey through sound, soul, and celebration. From August 15–17, Bellingen comes alive with a bold fusion of live jazz, funk, soul, and experimental grooves, surrounded by a vibrant mix of dancing, art, […]

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Jazz: NOW Ep. 6 – STROPHE – A Journey of Sound, Space & Spoken Word

Featuring Mara Schwerdtfeger/Shannon May‑Powell + Max Alduca QuintetThe sixth Jazz: NOW event STROPHE heads east, exploring notions of space, identity and community at the stunning Paddington Uniting Church. Mara Schwerdtfeger is a composer and curator based in Eora / Sydney who utilises viola and laptop to create transformative electro‑acoustic works. Her extensive output includes commissions […]

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Dancing In The Shadows Of Motown – LIVE At The Juniors Kingsford!

Dancing In The Shadows Of Motown has been taking urban and rural audiences by storm since their beginnings in 2017. The dynamic 10 piece band has sold out shows across Australia, including at major venues such as our very own Sydney Opera House Studio! Not only that, but the band has performed and impressed crowds […]

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Samara Joy headlines 2025 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival!

American breakout star and multi-GRAMMY Award-winning vocal sensation, Samara Joy, will be headlining the 2025 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival on her debut Australian tour this October! Samara is set to amaze with her performances at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre (Penrith) at 8 PM on Thursday (23rd October) and City Recital Hall – […]

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