He once quoted that he “always had the desire to jump on a raft and disappear down a river” (http://www.joshpyke.com), and with the 2008 release of Chimneys Afire, Sydney singer-songwriter Josh Pykes maritime dreams provide distinct and captivating flavour for the album. The beautiful, image-filled sound is created by Pykes folk-inspired fingerpicking guitar style and
Radical Son
From hip hop roots through to soulful social statement Radical Son is a man with a purpose. His music, both potent and sublime, conjures uncompromising visions of where we’ve come from and what could be. His songwriting charts his path from a troubled past to humility and healing. With disarming voice and electric presence Radical
The Deer Republic wins a spot on the Splendor line up
Sydney’s The Deer Republic have taken out the first uncharTED competition for 2009 to play at Splendor in the Grass. The coveted competition also includes a $25,000 career development package.
Peabody
Answered by Bruno Brayovic. 1. What was the first band you saw live? Technically, it was The Sparklers (Chris Abrahams and Melanie Oxley’s band) but they were supporting INXS, whom I was really there to see. 2. What’d you learn from them? Well The Sparklers’ guitarist Colin Bloxum ended up being the guy who serviced
Joseph Leonard and the Family Fuse
1. What was the first band you saw live? midnight oil 2. What’d you learn from them? many things, but mostly that aboriginals deserve better 3. Got any pre-gig rituals? ….no food….9 beers….david bowie 4. What do you think the most important issue effecting aritsts in NSW is today? pollution and small population 5. If
ARTIST APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR AWME 2009
The Australasian World Music Expo (AWME) returns to the Arts Centre in Melbourne this year from 19-22 November and is now calling for applications from artists who wish to showcase in front of AWME’s select audience of international and national music industry delegates. Applications close Friday July 24.
Music Piracy, Consumer Downloads vs CDs & Mobile Music Survey Initiated
One of Australia’s leading music industry companies has commenced a massive online survey on the physical (CD, DVD & Vinyl) music products and digital downloading of music by consumers, including the legal and illicit online acquisitions of digital music.
Day of Support for Sharon Lane featuring the Buddy Knox Band
Many of you are aware of the SHARON LANE story – the talented Dubbo singer/songwriter who almost three years ago underwent surgery for a brain tumour, and came out of the crisis with a new lease of life, and ultimately her celebratory album Second Chance.
Groundswell tour applications now open
The Groundswell Indigenous Music Touring Project are now accepting applications for it’s inaugral year. The Groudswell is an opportunity for three Indigenous artists (solo or groups) who come from NSW, QLD or VIC for a three week tour of the east coast of Australia. Closing date for applications is Monday the 20th of July.
Regional Arts NSW Grants Available
Grants supporting arts and cultural activities in regional NSW that are sustainable, have long term cultural, economic and social benefits, and provide skills development opportunities, are available now through Regional Arts NSW.