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Michael Prebeg, Journalist

Michael Prebeg

Michael Prebeg is a freelance journalist who has been working in the communications and media industry for more than a decade. During his Bachelor of Media Studies (Journalism), he discovered his passion for writing and photographing the live music scene and hasn't looked back since. Michael loves nothing more than attending a live music gig and has been an active writer for The Music since 2014 and previously contributed to a number of local online and print publications.

Features / Music
The Music 2020 Writers' Poll: Michael Prebeg
Here's what The Music's writers rated in 2020…
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Ziggy Alberts, Fergus James
“As long as you’re smiling and having a good time – that’s what my music is all about."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: The Veronicas, Japanese Wallpaper, KIAN
"We stand for the unofficial Australian anthem."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Of Monsters & Men, Loose Tooth
"Of Monsters & Men have a powerful ability to make us feel connected and present in the moment."
Features / Music
The Music 2019 Writers' Poll: Michael Prebeg
Here's what The Music's writers rated in 2019…
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Spilt Milk Festival
"Whoever’s idea it was to put the set times on the stubble holder merchandise is a genius."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Shawn Mendes, Dan & Shay
"He nails a perfectly timed stage-dive just as smoke cannons go off."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: City Calm Down
"[T]hey’ve gathered a huge fan base over the years and it’s a bittersweet feeling for the audience."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: OneRepublic, Thandi Phoenix
"The crowd lose themselves in the moment and Tedder joins them in the mosh pit."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Troye Sivan, Thelma Plum
"He asks us to close our eyes and dance the fucking house down."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: SAFIA, Boo Seeka, Eilish Gilligan
"Laser lights and sci-fi visuals illuminate the venue to make us feel as if we’re lost in space."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Hayden James, NAATIONS
"[T]he emotional energy of his music moves bodies on the dancefloor tonight."
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