Giving young people impacted by cancer special access to
gigs and festivals across Australia
February 22, 2019
Side of Stage is a new national initiative conceived by Hilltop Hoods and proudly led by CanTeen, which offers free access to live gigs, festivals and performances across Australia.
Approximately 23,000 young Australians between the ages of 12-25 are impacted by cancer every year. This includes people dealing with having cancer themselves, a friend, parent or sibling with cancer, or the death of a loved one from cancer.
“Cancer is something that affects us all at some point in our lives, whether a personal struggle or someone close to us. We seek to empower and give strength to the suffering.” Hilltop Hoods.
CanTeen Side of Stage is open to young people aged 12-25 whose lives are currently being impacted by cancer, because some days, you just need the music.
Watch the Side Of Stage Launch Video
We’d love to welcome our inaugural Side of Stage supporters
(in alphabetical order)
123 AGENCY
A DAY ON THE GREEN
ALH GROUP
BASSINTHEGRASS
BEYOND THE VALLEY
THE BIG PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL
BLUE MAX MUSIC
THE BRAG MEDIA
CATTLEYARD PROMOTIONS
CHUGG ENTERTAINMENT
COLLECTIVE ARTISTS
FAIRGROUNDS FESTIVAL
FIVE FOUR ENTERTAINMENT
GROOVIN THE MOO
HAPPY MAG
KICKS ENTERTAINMENT
LANEWAY FESTIVAL
MOSHTIX
SELECT MUSIC
TEG
UNIFY GATHERING
UNIVERSAL MUSIC AUSTRALIA
YOURS AND OWLS
Side of Stage Ambassadors
Joining Hilltop Hoods, we are very thankful to the following artists who have signed on to the project as Ambassadors;
Alice Skye (VIC)
Bakers Eddy (VIC)
Fripps & Fripps (NSW)
Great Gable (WA)
Holy Holy (VIC/TAS)
Illy (VIC)
Ivey (QLD)
Kingswood (VIC)
LANKS (NSW)
Midas.Gold (QLD)
Montaigne (NSW)
Stella Donnelly (WA)
Stonefield (VIC)
Teenage Dads (VIC)
The Delta Riggs (VIC)
The Montreals (SA)
The Vanns (NSW)
Thundamentals (NSW)
West Thebarton (SA)
Testimonials
“I enjoyed being with a friend and having the opportunity to see and meet some incredible artists”
Sophie, 20, lost her brother to cancer in 2010 and was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2011
“I love music and I love dancing with my friends. Being able to do these things and not worry about my treatment is amazing”
Chelsea, diagnosed with cancer at 16
“There is something about live music that really allows you to live in the moment. These moments are so important for young people who have been affected by cancer. In my experience, cancer was not only physically traumatic, but mentally as well. During this period in my life, I really had to stay strong and focus on getting through day by day. Now, being able to enjoy live music again (something I have always loved doing) allows me to enjoy life to the fullest!”
Rachel, diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma at 17
About CanTeen
CanTeen is the only organisation in Australia who is dedicated to providing tailored support for young people aged 12-25 who are impacted by cancer. They help young people cope with the immense challenges of either their own cancer, a close family member’s diagnosis or the death of a loved one. Find out more at canteen.org.au