Flippin’ the Bird to Covid-19
Can’t knock a good bird down: Singing Bird Studios has battled through lockdowns and come out singing. Lachlan Marriott reports.
Flippin’ the Bird to Covid-19
Can’t knock a good bird down: Singing Bird Studios has battled through lockdowns and come out singing. Lachlan Marriott reports.
Michael Gudinski: the music industry farewells its godfather
Family, friends and artists paid tribute at last night’s state funeral for Michael Gudinski, who helped build an industry, an identity and a family for Australian music. Eddie Russell reports.
Back to the future: return of the music festival
The return of festivals is a huge relief for music fans, but have COVID restrictions damaged the experience? Eddie Russell reports.
A tough year, but Alley Tunes is emerging stronger than their coffee
No lockdown knockdown: Alley Tunes continues to grind out some of the best beats and beans in Hawthorn. Jennifer Pittorino discovers what makes this caffeine hotspot a must-stop.
Lockdown winners: 3 ways event agencies and musicians stayed relevant
Event organisers and musicians found innovative ways to connect with their audiences so they’d be ready when lockdown ended. Travis Stacey reports.
Gigs go digital: how COVID-19 changed Australian live music
As the Australian music industry struggles to stay afloat in the pandemic, virtual reality, Zorb ball, and drive-in shows might be the best way forward. Emily Spindler-Carruthers reports.
‘Young people have the answers’: The path back for live music
Young musicians have been hard hit by COVID, but the resilience they have shown in these uncertain times highlights how important young people are for the future of the music industry. Millicent Spencer reports
Ca Tru: Cultural preservation in Vietnam
Linh Le tells the story of Ca Tru, a unique form of traditional music of Vietnam. In 2009, Ca Tru was officially recognized by…
‘The comeback will be massive’: band prepares for a new beginning
With local and US tours planned, a publishing deal and two major awards nominations, Melbourne metalcore band Thornhill looked set to take on the world. Then the virus hit. Drummer Ben Maida talks to Eilish Cook about what comes next.