Live Music, Culture and Art in Wollongong/South Coast as well as Sydney and regional NSW
Tuesday August 22, 2023 From the rugged vastness of Western Australia, Castle Hughes doesn’t merely emerge, she resonates. It’s not just about breaking through the clamour of today’s music but about redefining the soundscape. Why stands testament to this, weaving together the raw ethos of folk with the pulsating rhythm of contemporary pop. Consider her audacious entry with Moving On at...
Tuesday August 22, 2023 In the vast sea of contemporary music, Jake Murdoch has anchored himself as a distinct voice. Diving deep into eight languages and mastering a collection of 16 instruments, he constructs tracks that straddle the line between universal and intimate. It’s not just the virtuosity of his instrumental work that turns heads;...
SUFFERIN SUCCOTASH…GOOD THINGS IS HERE! August 17, 2023 We interrupt your regular viewing to announce that Good Things season is upon us – and if you thought 2022 was huge, that’s not all folks! Australia’s largest and favourite travelling music festival, Good Things Festival, returns this December with a bumper line-up set to descend on the...
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Tuesday August 15, 2023 Navigating the intricate tapestry of modern hip-hop, Lambo Club stands as a distinct beacon. Birthed from the innovative synergy of Krazy Dawg, who takes on the moniker Kyriakos away from the limelight, and the mysterious Ghetto Blazer, this track audaciously challenges the norms of the genre. It confidently integrates tried-and-true foundations with a dash of...
Monday August 14, 2023 Strap in for a rhythm-infused odyssey propelled by the dynamo known as Ras Banamungu. A maestro exhibiting a plethora of talents, his prominence reaches beyond the realm of a distinguished musician to encompass roles as a laughter therapy advocate, a dexterous performer, and a reggae virtuoso. In concert with his band,...
Monday August 14, 2023 Amid the shifting terrains of today’s music world, Charlie Powling offers an earnest reflection with Fifteen of Fame. This isn’t merely a catchy track; it is a window into Powling’s navigation through the challenging waves of Hepatitis C. His ability to fuse both personal and universal sentiments speaks volumes about his artistry. James...
Thirroul, South Coast NSW (just over an hour from Sydney CBD) 5 venues | plenty of acts | 1 day of amazing music Presented by Love Police, Spunk Records, Cheatin’ Hearts Records and Anita’s Theatre 11 August, 2023 The beautiful South Coast NSW surf town of Thirroul will come alive on Sunday December 3 with...
August 10, 2023 Adding to an already stellar line-up, Wanderer Festival has released its final program announcement, cementing a world-class program of music, art, comedy, theatre, circus and artisan workshops over three unforgettable days and nights. Phenomenal Zambian artist, Sampa The Great (ZM), is all that and so much more – a prodigious talent with a...
ANNOUNCED AS SPECIAL GUEST ATCLEARLY MUSIC, ART & WELLNESS FESTIVAL KIAMA 10 August, 2023 Today, Clearly Music, Art & Wellness Festival announces its much-anticipated special guest performer, Australian music legend and frontman of Midnight Oil, Peter Garrett. Performing songs from his solo discography alongside his band, The Alter Egos, Peter’s addition to the Clearly Festival lineup follows his appointment as keynote speaker at Clearer Workshop on...
