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humour, tragedy and triumph. There’s been no story in the history of Australian music quite like The Whitlams. When founding member Stevie Plunder died in 1996, Tim Freedman thought ... surprise – a cover of Two Little Boys , a song made famous by disgraced Australian entertainer Rolf Harris . In 2008, Tim was invited to perform a Harris song when

Album of the Year at the 2023 J Awards and for the 2023 Australian Music Prize . The band have been working on new music this year—some of which might

gospel singer-songwriter, teacher, mentor, human rights advocate, political activist, and 2024 Australian Music Prize winner Olive Knight ( Kankawa Nagarra ), who will embark on her debut European tour. Applications

After making her Australian and New Zealand debut in February for Laneway Festival , British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean is returning Down Under in October 2026 with a massive arena tour ... mainstream. Dean’s 2023 debut album, Messy , was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize , nominated for BRITs , and has led to a soundtrack appearance in the latest Bridget Jones film

month, Sound NSW announced the launch of the inaugural NSW Music Prize , offering the largest cash prize to Australian musicians. The first-ever NSW Music Prize will be presented during ... professionals. A Selection Committee of 20 Australian music industry professionals will nominate artists and create a longlist for the main NSW Music Prize and the Breakthrough Artist of the Year

July. Already regarded as one of the most exciting voices in Australian hip-hop, triple j Unearthed Music Director Claire Mooney said of the South-West Sydney-based artist ... over the Unearthed panel. As part of her prize, she’s set to team up with Australian producer and engineer Konstantin Kersting , who will mix her next single, as well

struggling to reach pre-pandemic venue numbers.  "This is about rebuilding a sustainable live music sector that nurtures emerging talent, supports established artists, and brings communities together through the power ... incentives to creative industries, elevating screen composers within Significant Australian Content guidelines, removing taxation inequities between arts and sporting prizes, and includes tax schemes to support the IP development part

October. With two stages and over 13 performances throughout the day, the Brisbane and Australian music scene alike will display just how powerful community events can be. Artists raising much ... concert – you can find tickets via Ticketmaster – GRAIN will host an epic raffle of prizes, with all donations going towards supporting Brunoli. Embedded Content Organisations and musicians donating

competition discovers the next generation of Australian talent, offering young, emerging acts the opportunity to have a platform for their music to be heard. This year’s winner will ... week and will receive an epic prize. The Unearthed High winner will receive a songwriting session of their choice with the following massive Australian names: The Jungle Giants , Peach

Joshua Robson Productions , In The Heights returns to Melbourne ten years after its Australian debut at Chapel Off Chapel. Directed by Luke Joslin , this vibrant new production will play ... show is the brainchild of Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Pulitzer Prize -winning composer, lyricist and performer who revolutionised modern musical theatre. Long before Hamilton changed the game, In The Heights

Torossian: “Diana’s untimely passing last year was a huge loss to the Australian music community. “Given her dedication and passion for Australia’s best and brightest new talent ... Grants ), Michael Parisi (management), Paul Harris ( Warner Music A&R), Rachel Kelly ( Unified Publishing ), and Sammie Walsh ( Beehive PR ). The second prize went to Wollongong-based

Scotland days but says a Scottish essence always follows him. In those days, Australian-born lads would pick fights with new arrivals with strong accents. Swan was handy with ... music’s awesome exhilarating and healing powers. It wasn’t just about the brotherly and sisterly love he felt with other musicians. It also captured how music changed the lives