SXSW Sydney 2025 is fast approaching, boasting a week of creativity and innovation across music, film, technology and gaming. We are proud to share the list of talented NSW artists showcasing throughout the week this year.From OG trailblazers like Jamaica Moana, Tasman Keith & Body Type to fresh newcomers like Sarah Levins, xiao xiao and
Inside Glendenning’s Common House warehouse studio, known as one of the Area’s most treasured creative hubs, a night of live R&B and hip hop resides. A collaborative project with Western Sydney-based booking agency New Gen Artistry, the Reg Rug Sessions have quickly become one of the most prominent platforms for R&B and hip-hop in Australia.In
BIGSOUND 2025 is right around the corner, and NSW is showing out in a big way.This time of year always proves special as it allows us to gather together, celebrate and champion the vast collection of acts coming out of our own backyards. BIGSOUND sees oldcomers and newcomers put on some of their best performances
Don’t miss Sound Advice: From Soundcheck to Showtime happening 25 September at the University of Wollongong.
We are looking for two industry professionals living and working in Western Sydney and Newcastle to support the development of the music industry in their area.
The culmination of the Outset program is coming, with the Youth Committee proudly unveiling their all ages gig, Coastal Grown. Coastal Grown will happen on Gumbaynggirr Country at the Hoey Moey in Coffs Harbour on 30 August. Following a callout for young guns in the area to apply to play the event, the Youth Committee
15 artists from regional NSW are hitting the road this Spring, playing venues from Wagga Wagga (Wiradjuri) to Byron Bay (Bundjalung) as part of a MusicNSW program that provides artists with essential touring experience and helps forge new touring routes across the state.SONGBIRD SESSIONSSaralyn + Jess Crossman + Lawdy ClawdyFriday, 12 September: gingerbird espresso, Cowra
The coastal town of Byron Bay is home to a vibrant local music scene and important community spaces like Howl & Moan Records; a record store and live music venue that dedicates itself wholly to platforming, booking and enriching the careers of young, emerging musicians in Australia.Howl & Moan aims to connect everyday folk to
Every year, the first week of July is painted in celebration, historical recognition and the rich culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.NAIDOC Week 2025 is especially momentous, as it marks 50 years of celebrating First Nations culture, strength and community. This year’s theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy” looks to the
MusicNSW is excited to announce the members of the OUTSET Youth Committee and the lineup of mentors we have on-board for the program.The members of the Youth Committee come from all ends of the Mid North Coast, and will work together to develop and deliver their own all-ages live music event scheduled for the end