|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The AAM and Warner Music Australia are proud to announce their First Nations Mentorship program for 2020/2021. Commencing in 2014, the program has evolved into a multi-faceted professional development program consisting of peer- to- peer mentorship, essential development workshops and networking opportunities.
This years’ refreshed program has evolved once again, to encompass two different pathways; one for two current First Nations managers at any stage of their career, the second is for one First Nations person interested in artist management. As well as a peer-to-peer mentorship, the program includes a panel of First Nations voices, who will have a frank discussion about sovereignty and the work the greater music industry needs to undertake to ensure that diversity, representation and acknowledgement is safe-guarded into the future. Mentees will also have the opportunity to have one on one time with specialist team members within the Warner Music family.
Panelists for the 2020/2021 panel discussion are Kabi Kabi and Wiradjuri artist and producer Alethea Beetson, rapper, drummer and speaker from Brewarrina Ryan Dobby and 2019/2020 mentee and AAM member Cerisa Grant. The panel will be held on Friday 4th Dec from 10am – 11.30am (AEDT).
As inequality for our First Nations people within the music industry continues to be highlighted, the AAM and Warner Music Australia hope that this program can equip and enable first peoples to take an active and vital role in Artist Management.
Apply for the AAM/Warner Music First Nations Mentor Program here
https://www.aam.org.au/
follow on Twitter | friend on Facebook | forward to a friend
L-Fresh the Lion, Eves Karydas & Mike Waters have opened up about their struggles with mental health in candid conversations with Danny Clayton in the hope that others will know they’re not alone and find inspiration and healing through their music.
Queensland born songstress Karydas first started working through her battle with anxiety when recording new music when she first moved to London.
“I was trying to take advantage of the opportunity, but I just had this dark cloud hanging over my head. It was a pain in the butt.” – Singer/songwriter Eves Karydas
Karydas talks through ways she’s dealt with anxiety and how she’s used those feelings to motivate her songwriting, resulting in the creation of one of 2020’s strongest pop indie releases, “Complicated”.
As a way to combat his own mental health issues, Mike Waters reflected on his own dealing process, inspiring his song “I’m Doing Fine” which has ticked over one million plays on Spotify alone. Mike breaks down how a moment of not feeling okay, went on to inspire his song and important conversations with the people closest in his life.
“I was really struggling and I felt like it was going to be this way forever, once I started reaching out to people I realised I’m not the only one who feels like this.” – Melbourne singer/songwriter Mike Waters
Sydney’s own L-Fresh the Lion’s journey with music started as one of self discovery and understanding his identity. Through music he’s discovered more about himself as well as how to tell his own story through his acclaimed lyrics.
“Hip Hop values authenticity, If I want to be like Tupac I can’t tell his story, I can only tell my story, so what is my story?” – Sydney hip-hop icon L-Fresh the Lion
These important conversations have been released in the lead up to Musicians Making A Difference Day (MMAD Day) on Friday December 4, a day dedicated to amplifying the power of music in creating positive change in the world and bringing awareness to the work of Australian music youth charity, MMAD.
“If you are going through a hard time you are absolutely not alone. I hope this series or my episode reaches you in some way; sending everyone lots of love.” – Eves Karydas
Listen to the Music Saved Me podcast, proudly supported by Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation, Sony Foundation, Universal Music Australia & Verizon Media.
|
|||||||||
|
With lockdown restrictions finally lifting throughout Melbourne, music fans can look forward to events (slowly) making their way back to normal. And with it, the return of live music! To celebrate and continue the wave of good energies in Victoria, KINGSWOOD have announced their first shows in eight months; with the band making their return to Melbourne’s Corner Hotel.
These upcoming shows hold special significance for the band, as they will be the first music shows hosted by the iconic Melbourne venue post-lockdown, while also being a fitting return for the band, who coincidentally played their and the venue’s last show pre-pandemic at The Corner as part of their Juveniles album tour in March.
As of this point in 2020, KINGSWOOD have delivered two stunning records in Juveniles and Reveries, albums that stand strong on their own as well as presenting themselves as two unique sides of the same coin. The band have also announced A Kingswood Christmas to be released Friday 27th of November with all profits going to Beyond Blue. With the ability to return to live performance now, the band will be able to introduce audiences to the music in an intimate show format that not only will bring the fans closer to the group as musicians, but will do it in a safe way.
The November shows will roll out in a COVID-safe format, with The Corner’s band room transforming into unique cabaret mode, bringing their capacity down to a maximum of 50 and ensuring all attendees can enjoy the music in a safe environment.
KINGSWOOD LIVE AT THE CORNER HOTEL
Friday 27 November – Sunday 29 November
Early Show (7pm) and Late Show (9.30pm)
GA tickets: $45 Inc BF
Entry & Signed Limited Edition Reveries LP: $85 +BF inc postage
*NB shows will proceed pending restrictions, rescheduled dates will be announced if require
27 November 2020
7.00pm:Tickets
9.30pm:Tickets
28 November 2020
7.00pm:Tickets
9.30pm: Tickets
29 November 2020
7.00pm: Tickets
9.30pm: Tickets
‘Reveries’ is out now!
‘A Kingswood Christmas‘ is out Friday November 27th
Official Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
On April 24 and October 16th, 2021 there will be simultaneous youth-led global climate concerts in over 40 countries, led by members of Fridays For Future youth climate groups who organise the school strikes, with artists, activists and scientists taking to the global stage to fight for climate justice.
7.6 million in 7,500 cities across the world took to the streets to demand climate action in September 2019, yet leaders still fail to act with the necessary urgency. Music has the power to unite people. Climate Live will harness the universal language of music to:
ENGAGE: enlarge the global movement by engaging a new audience through music.
EDUCATE: raise awareness of the challenges faced today by people on the frontlines of ecological breakdown, as well as those forecast by scientists for the future.
EMPOWER: pressure world leaders to take action to combat the climate crisis with a focus on COP26.
Each concert is being planned with sustainability as a top priority, working with events professionals, venues, artists and local authorities to strive to make the events as sustainable as possible. Mirroring the strikes, events will be on both large and small scales.
The race to safeguard the future of this planet has begun, so now we must come together. As Greta Thunberg, 17, from Sweden declares, “To change everything, we need everyone.”
Founder, Frances Fox, 19, from the UK said, “I started Climate Live in Spring 2019, after being inspired by an interview in which Brian May said there should be a Live Aid for the climate crisis. I thought this was a brilliant idea to engage more young people in the movement, with our own spin, so immediately started messaging activists from all over the world!”
Audiences attending Climate Live will come away with a feeling of empowerment and the tools to engage in the climate movement. 2021 is a key year for climate action. We have exactly one year until the UN COP26 conference, when governments will have to renew their Paris Agreement pledges. Climate Live calls for these to be more ambitious to meet the necessary 1.5°C targets.
Their question to world leaders is – “Can you hear us yet?”
Christiana Figueres, former Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC who played a key role in the 2015 Paris Agreement, states, “there is no doubt that young people, informed by science, have brought the climate crisis to the attention of leaders from all sectors. It is now our generation’s responsibility to protect what we love from the damages of climate change by following up on promises with the necessary actions in this decade, to fulfil the goals of the Paris Agreement. I applaud our brilliant young people for stepping up again to hold leaders to account in the lead up to COP26 in 2021, when countries must come together to show we are on track for a resilient future. Our young people have asked whether we can hear them. It is time to demonstrate that we are truly listening.”
Glass Animals’ Joe Seaward urges, “time is running out for the planet as we know it. We must act now if we’re going to save it. The youth activists who are standing up need help and those with a voice have a responsibility to use it”
Climate Live is an opportunity for young people across the world to make their voices heard.
Mitzi Jonelle Tan, 23, from the Philippines (Convener of Youth Advocates For Climate Action Philippines) says, “we have just experienced four typhoons in the span of a month. I had to sit in the dark without electricity, not able to go home because the roads to our house were flooded up to the second floor of houses. This is the climate crisis, this is why we need action. We are the second most vulnerable country to the impacts of the climate crisis in the world. It’s a scary thing and we desperately need more people out on the streets if we want to see change. Climate Live is the perfect way to do that.”
“Climate Live is beyond just music. The climate crisis isn’t just an issue of the far-off future, it is today and we are experiencing the impacts right now. We need to act now.” Kevin Mtai, 24, Kenya, Founder of Kenya Environmental Activists Network.
“Climate Live will give a voice to those most affected by climate change and to the millions of young people concerned about the future of our planet.” Timi Barabas, 17, New Zealand.
“Climate Live is critical at a time when the climate crisis has become less prominent in the public eye.” – Andrea Manning, 22, USA.
“Hope is in the people, in the movement, which is getting bigger and bigger, but we need more people, and Climate Live is the opportunity for this to happen.” Nicole Becker, 19, Argentina, Co-Founder of Jóvenes Por El Clima Argentina.
Climate Live is supported by NGOs including Music Declares Emergency, REVERB, Greenpeace (UK, Brazil and New Zealand), Friends of the Earth (UK and Australia), Oxfam International, 350 International, Extinction Rebellion (UK and Brazil), My Eco Resolution, Stop Ecocide, YOUNGO (youth constituency of the UNFCCC), Client Earth, The Climate Coalition, Earth Rise, Bye Bye Plastic Foundation, Vision 2025, Green Music Australia and Ecolibrium.
Stay tuned for more exciting announcements coming soon including the lineup!
As climate activists we listen to the science and treat every crisis as a crisis, so each country is planning concerts adhering to social distancing guidelines and we have contingency plans.
The charity fundraiser includes the almighty Sasha playing from an iconic Ibiza location, Carl Cox sharing a Set For Love from Australia and Detroit techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson bringing a world exclusive of his new project, “The Saundersons”. Kevin will be playing back to back with his sons “The Saunderson Brothers” with his wife Ann Saunderson performing vocals.
Kevin said, “This is what music is all about, bringing people together for the greater good. I’m looking forward to playing alongside Carl Cox, Sasha and my musical family again, all the way from Detroit.”
Carl Cox said, “I’m happy to play a Set For Love for World Children’s Day on Beatport. Please check us out this Friday 20th November and support the cause, it’s going to change a child’s life forever and all the while having fun with the music we’re playing. Let’s make this one the biggest it can possibly be!”
Sasha said, “I’m happy to support this great cause with a Set For Love. It feels good to see music bring people together, especially after the tough year everyone has had. You can catch my set this weekend alongside Carl Cox and Kevin Saunderson.”
Funds raised will go to support grassroots projects in developing countries including Tanzania, Uganda, The Philippines and Nepal. These projects are focussed on creating a sustainable future for children, young people and their families and will be delivering food and water, education, safety and trauma rehabilitation.
So far, more than 700 DJs from over 50 countries have registered to play their own Set For Love during the weekend and will be participating in what is potentially the world’s largest simultaneous livestream event. DJs of all abilities are invited to get involved and can register to play their Set For Love at www.setforlove.org. Donations can also be made through that link.
Participants are reaching out to their followers, friends and families to ask for donations, helping LNADJ demonstrate that the power of music really can make a difference to the lives of those who need it the most.
This will be the third Set For Love event organised by LNADJ and organisers are hoping it will be the biggest one yet. The previous two held earlier in the year raised over £80,000. These funds, raised for the charity’s Covid-19 Relief Appeal, provided food, water and medical supplies to vulnerable communities in developing countries.
Industry heavyweights including Beatport, Pioneer DJ, Bop DJ, Point Blank, Digital DJ Tips, Funktion One, Mixmasters, Plug In Boutique, Loopcloud and Izotope have teamed up to support the global event.
For further information and to donate visit setforlove.org. Join the Facebook event for more details and set times https://bit.ly/setforlove3
Streaming starts on Beatport’s Twitch channel from 3pm – 1:00am GMT / 4pm – 2am CET / 10am – 9pm EST https://www.twitch.tv/
The Last Night A DJ Saved My Life foundation is a registered charity in England Wales no 1142478.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
“There have been some buzz musicians from Perth in the past couple of years. Rest assured Tanaya Harper runs rings around most of them all as both a singer and a songwriter.” – Chris Havercroft, X-Press
Perth’s queen of moody indie rock Tanaya Harper is excited to announce new single ‘Emma’ along with an intimate live performance to a real life audience in her hometown before the year is up. Since releasing her debut EP Some Kinds in 2018 and recent follow up Slow Motion Breakup earlier this year, Tanaya has grown an avid following with her insightful lyricism in the studio and charismatic banter on the stage. Her music resonates with audiences far and wide as she delivers her personal experiences with depression, anxiety and living with bipolar disorder. Now, the rising young artist is thrilled to reveal the next chapter in her songwriting journey with her latest ode to recklessness, ‘Emma’.
Produced by multi-WAM Award-winning producer and engineer Dave Parkin (Jebediah, Abbe May, Spacey Jane) and mastered by William Bowden, ‘Emma’ is a catchy dose of danceable catharsis. Channeling ‘90s indie rock and noughties indie pop, all driven by an edgy garage vibe that packs a punch of present day angst, ‘Emma’ is Tanaya’s first new music since her well-received Slow Motion Breakup EP of this year. Wrapped up in epic riffs and heart pulsing drums, its anthemic sing-along chorus stays with you long after you drop the hairbrush mic.
“Emma is a sad song thinly veiled as a fun song. It’s about a couple months of recklessness I embarked on following a breakup. At the time I felt totally justified in my actions when really, grief and denial were always looming. I was partying pretty hard and having lots of fun with all my friends but once I was alone it would just hit me, all the confusion and unresolved issues and the ‘what ifs?’” – Tanaya Harper
Having supported many admirable musicians, including Alex The Astronaut, Jess Locke and Abbe May, as well as sharing the stage with artists like Stella Donnelly, Lucy Peach and Carla Geneve, plus performing in her bands Bells Rapids and Ghost Care, Tanaya is a true staple of Perth’s live music scene. With a lot of Australia at a live-music standstill in 2020, Western Australian’s can rejoice in the opportunity to see Tanaya Harper live at her upcoming single launch at The Bird, Perth on Friday 20 November with local artists Hannans and Smol Fish supporting, plus a small run of shows in true post-COVID WA touring style. It’s sure to be a special night, so don’t sleep on it.
‘Emma’ is out now via
Spotify / iTunes / Apple Music / Bandcamp
‘Emma’ Single Launch
The Bird – Perth
Friday 20 November
$5 at the door
Hannans: 8:30pm
Smol Fish: 9:30pm
Tanaya Harper: 10:30-11:30pm
The Firestation – Busselton
Saturday 12 December
Free Entry
Six Degrees – Albany
Friday 18 December
Performing solo with Leah Grant
Tanaya Harper – ‘Emma’ Credits
Produced by Dave Parkin
Mastered by William Bowden
|
|
|
Countless extraordinary moments have already been showcased across the first three episodes of The Sound’s second season; Missy Higgins unveiled her ode to Melbourne from an early morning Flinders Street Station, The Avalanches performed latest single ‘Interstellar Love’ featuring Texan soul extraordinaire Leon Bridges; filmed live at Melbourne’s Planetarium.
A stunning a cappella from rising star Mia Wray made jaws drop around the country, while NAIDOC Week’s breathtaking tribute to Warumpi Band ft. Christine Anu, Zaachariaha Fielding (Electric Fields), Ngaiire, and Emma Donovan sent a shiver down the spine, plus, outstanding one-off moments from Kylie Minogue, Thelma Plum, Vera Blue, Midnight Oil, DMA’S and more.
The Sound continues to serve up tasty star-studded feasts of Australian talent week on week, with Episode 4 coming in hot this Sunday 22 November at 6pm. Tune into ABC and iview to catch:
- Global powerhouse Tones And I needs no introduction. The multiple ARIA Award-winning, multi-platinum singer-songwriter who has amassed over 7 billion global streams of her hit single ‘Dance Monkey’ alone, will be joined by G Flip, Melbourne folk duo Pierce Brothers and singer-songwriter Adrian Eagle bringing unique vocals to life on Tones’ brand new single ‘Fly Away’
- Music legend Jimmy Barnes is joined by the Australian Chamber Orchestra for a dramatic rendition of his song ‘Killing Time’, which shares its title with his new book Killing Time, Short Stories from the Long Road Home. A master storyteller, Barnes and the ACO perform from Sydney’s iconic State Theatre
- Known for his genuine grassroots story, Sunshine Coast-raised Ziggy Alberts explores themes of love, friendship and connection with the natural environment through his songwriting. On Sunday evening, he brings us the uplifting ‘Together’
- Julia Jacklin’s majestic musical stylings have earned her critical praise both locally and abroad. Released last month, ‘to Perth, before the border closes’ is an attempt to process a new altered reality, her words painting a vivid picture of a changed world. She performs exclusively for The Sound from the spectacular Blue Mountains
- With an anticipated second studio album Chrysalis just released and with close to 12 million Spotify streams for 2018 single ‘Strangers’ under her belt, rising talent Tia Gostelow is fast becoming a global sensation. She performs her latest single ‘Psycho’ from Brisbane
- One of country music’s most exciting breakthrough artists, Queensland-based Casey Barnes has had a cracker of a year. His latest album Town Of A Million Dreams topped ARIA and iTunes Country Charts on release, he nabbed a Gold Coast Music Award and has received his first nomination for the 2020 ARIA Awards. Following on from 2 x No.1 singles, Casey and his band perform uplifting country-rock gem, ‘Bright Lights’ from Brisbane’s Riverstage
- Born and raised near Sydney’s Northern Beaches, uniquely refreshing singer-songwriter Azure Ryder will take to the Hunter Valley this week to perform lead single ‘Petty Isn’t Pretty’ from her forthcoming EP ‘Crazy With The Light’, due for release this Friday 20 November
|
|
Tell your friends because it’s time to start planning! The 2021 line up for The Mountain Goat Valley Crawl is finally here and it’s safe to say it’s one that will quench your thirst for live music.
Graze your way through the multi-venue festival, Saturday 6 February 2021.
Brisbane locals will be treated to the ultimate live music crawl packed to the brim of the best free acts the city has to offer. Your herd can weave their way through Brunswick, Wickham, Warner and Ann St to experience some of Australia’s best music. With 42 artists performing across 10 iconic Brisbane venues including two new crawl additions: The Outpost and O’Skulligans (previously, Barbara), as well as re-inviting town favourites The Zoo and Ric’s Bar.
This year the goat invites punters to bliss out to new indie queen on the block and triple j unearthed High winner George Alice, dance along to the pop stylings of Heaps Good Friends, rock out with Concrete Surfers and revisit some classics with Velociraptor. The stacked lineup will have you rocking, dancing and bopping to a selection of various genres, so you’re sure to leave the night with a new rising favourite. This year the festival will be working with Oztix as well as operating within the COVID safe government regulations. Organisers advise festival attendees that each venue will work on a first-in best-dressed basis, so make sure to plan ahead.
Grab your festie besties and prepare for a night of good beer, good tunes and even better mems. RSVP now to The Mountain Goat Valley Crawl 2021 via Oztix.
18+ EVENT
SAT 6 FEB | 5PM – MIDNIGHT
FREE ENTRY
VENUES
BLACK BEAR LODGE
BLUTES
THE BRIGHTSIDE
THE BRIGHTSIDE (OUTDOORS)
GREASER
RIC’S BAR
O’SKULLIGANS
THE FOUNDRY
THE VALLEY DRIVE-IN
THE ZOO
ARTISTS
George Alice
Concrete Surfers
Heaps Good Friends
Velociraptor
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers
Teenage Joans
Ayla
Austen
Waxflower
BANFF
Debbies
RINSE
OK Hotel
Greatest Hits
The Flowers
Syrup
Sunflower
WALKEN
Sunbather
Daggy Man
Order Sixty6
Lexicon
Colourblind
June
Alt Fiction
Mum Friends
Flamingo Blonde
Victor Bravo
HANNI
Ricky Albeck & The Belair Line Band
Yb.
PNK FME
GENES
Porcelain Boy
Citrus Daze
Pure Milk
Ashgroove
Pipin
Sachém
Oh Bailey
Paris Irwin
Mouse
Following on from his critically acclaimed album ‘Fall To Pieces’, Tricky releases new EP, “Doorway”. The EP features two competition winning versions of album track ‘I’m In The Doorway’ from fans LOUISE and Mars Blackbird, and a new version from Tricky himself.
The ‘Doorway’ EP continues Tricky’s tradition of sourcing widely unknown artists to work alongside. Following a competition callout for fans to provide alternate vocals for the playlisted and acclaimed single, Tricky gravitated towards two of the artist submissions and went on to tailor the original instrumental track to fit with their vocals LOUISE, the singer born in the North East of Brazil in the city of Recife recorded her vocal take via phone. Mars Blackbird the other vocalist, real name Aristotelis Mavropoulos, is a songwriter born in Croydon and raised in Saint Mauritius.
Tricky might be over three decades deep into his music career but he’s currently on an especially prolific run. In the last year, he dropped the enchanting ‘20,20′ EP and put out his acclaimed autobiography, ‘Hell Is Round The Corner’. The next year will see Tricky tour across Europe in support of his album release.
Tracklist
1. Doorway (No More Mix) feat. LOUISE
2. Doorway (All The Way Mix) feat. Mars Blackbird
3. Doorway (Talking With Maxine Mix) feat. Oh Land
Watch Tricky’s Video for “Fall Please”
2021 Tour Dates
Feb. 2, 2021 – Copenhagen, DEN @ Hotel Cecil (SOLD OUT)
Feb. 3, 2021 – Oslo, NOR @ Parkteatret – TICKETS
Feb. 6, 2021 – Hamburg, GER @ Elbphilharmonie – TICKETS
Feb. 8, 2021 – Cologne, GER @ Gebäude 9 – TICKETS
Feb.9, 2021 – Berlin, GER @ Metropol – TICKETS
Feb. 16, 2021 – Warsaw, POL @ Praga Centrum – TICKETS
Feb. 17, 2021 – Poznan, POL @ TAMA – TICKETS
Feb. 18, 2021 – Krakow, POL @ Kwadrat – TICKETS
Feb. 19, 2021 – Cluj-Napoca, ROM @ Form Space – TICKETS
Feb. 20, 2021 – Bucharest, ROM @ Quantic Club Outdoors – TICKETS
Feb. 23, 2021 – Belgrade, SER @ Dom Omladine – TICKETS
Feb. 24, 2021 – Zagreb, CROA @ Močvara – TICKETS
Feb. 26, 2021 – Budapest, HUNG @ A38 – TICKETS
Feb. 27, 2021 – Milan, ITA @ Magazzini Generali – TICKETS
Mar. 1, 2021 – Amsterdam, NETH @ Paradiso – TICKETS
Mar. 3, 2021 – Bordeaux, FRA @ Le Rocher De Palmer – TICKETS
Mar. 9, 2021 – Paris, FRA @ Le Trianon – TICKETS
Mar. 10, 2021 – Strasbourg, FRA @ La Laiterie (Club) – TICKETS
Mar. 12, 2021 – Lyon, FRA @ Ninkasi Kafé – TICKETS
Mar. 13, 2021 – Tourcoing, FRA @ Le Grand Mix – TICKETS
Mar. 14, 2021 – Brussels, BEL @ Botanique Orangerie – TICKETS
Mar. 16, 2021 – Manchester, UK @ 02 Ritz – TICKETS
Mar. 17, 2021 – London, UK @ Electric Brixton – TICKETS
Mar. 23, 2021 – Helsinki, FIN @ Ääniwalli – TICKETS
Mar. 24, 2021 – St. Petersburg, Russia @ Kosmonavt – TICKETS
Mar. 26, 2021 – Yekaterinburg, Russia @Fabrika – TICKETS
Mar. 28, 2021 – Moscow, Russia @ GlavClub – TICKETS
Mar. 29, 2021 – Minsk, Belarus @ Re:Public Club
Mar. 30, 2021 – Kiev, Ukraine @ Atlas – TICKETS
Tricky’s ‘Doorway’ EP is available now via False Idols
|
|
