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Photo: Sam Mooy/Getty Images Prime Minister Scott Morrison is reportedly expected to announce a support package for the Australian arts industry after the coronavirus pandemic has left its various sectors completely decimated. This comes after the talks Scott Morrison has had with representatives of the entertainment sector, with the expenditure review committee of cabinet expected sign […]
Photo: Daniel Boud Boy & Bear say they have had to make the hard decision to pull the plug on the large majority of shows they had planned in 2020, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Taking to social media, the band said, “Covid-19 and the surrounding uncertainty and restrictions have created significant challenges in relation […]
This year, The White Stripes‘ second album De Stijl turns 20 years old. To celebrate, Third Man Records are putting out a deluxe anniversary vinyl reissue through their subscription-based Vault series that includes an archival booklet with previously unseen photos and flyers, a white LP and a red LP containing rarities and covers, and a DVD […]
After being delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Haim‘s much-anticipated new album Women in Music Pt. III is out next week. Ahead of its release, the trio remotely performed a handful tracks from the album as part of NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series, which has moved digital since coronavirus-related lockdowns commenced. From their respective homes, the […]
As black Americans fought for equal rights in the 1960s, music reflected their calls to action. In jazz, that meant sounds that were spiritual, boundary-pushing and celebrated blackness. Source
As many have predicted, international touring will almost definitely remain off the cards until at least next year as Australia’s border will likely remain shut to overseas visitors for the rest of 2020. Speaking to the press yesterday (17th June), Tourism Minister Simon Birmingham confirmed that Australia’s border will likely stay closed until 2021, reports […]
Rough and Rowdy Ways, Bob Dylan‘s first album of new material in eight years, will be released tomorrow – Friday, 19th June. Now, it’s been revealed that Fiona Apple – still fresh off releasing her critically acclaimed Fetch the Bolt Cutters – will feature on the album. Apple is listed as an additional musician in the liner notes […]
Killing Heidi will be the only act to perform as part of the final episode of streaming concert series Delivered, Live this weekend. The remainder of the episode will be spent looking back on some of the most memorable performances from across the series’ run, as voted by viewers. Since kicking off back in April, the […]
Tim Minchin has finally released his highly anticipated second single, titled ‘I’ll Take Lonely Tonight’, from his forthcoming debut album. The album, Apart Together, is due out later this year, and will also feature lead single ‘Leaving LA’, which dropped back in March on the cusp of the coronavirus pandemic. “When I started playing this tune […]
Darwin Festival has announced dates for their 2020 event and revealed this year’s program will be a celebration of Northern Territory life, arts and culture, shining a spotlight on local talent with a program that includes music, dance, theatre, comedy, visual art and more. The festival will run from 6-16th August, and will see Civic […]
