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The Key of Sea

Well over 100 people have worked hard, given money, time, craft, expertise and passion to this project. The fact that it’s instore after just 5 months of hard work is amazing. We’re proud of it, it deserves a listen. We think you should purchase it for the following reasons: 1. The Music. It sounds extraordinary,

Ella Freestone

Singer-songwriter Ella Freestone is a unique young acoustic pop artist from Manly. She is a talented songwriter, guitarist and performer who has just released her debut album. Ella exhibits a level of control and ability that’s rare in someone so young. The depth of emotion Ella evokes speaks of a maturity that far belies her

APRA Professional Development Awards 2010

Don’t miss this opportunity to kick start your music career with an APRA Professional Development Award (PDA). The total prize package valued at over $25, 000. Applications close Monday 29 November 2010. The APRA PDAs are held every two years and is given to eight emerging songwriters and composers across six categories: Popular Contemporary (3

Mind Over Matter

Mind Over Matter, consisting of Willow and Smiles Again, are known for their charismatic word play and tireless touring schedule. Three releases deep with their fourth release, Just Like Fireworks, around the corner, Mind Over Matter are set to continue to flourish within the Australian music industry and beyond. What was the first band you

The Former Love Pirates

From the Southern sector of Sydney, six boys use guitars, drums, a banjo, a keyboard, a glockenspiel, a tambourine, harmonicas, a woodblock, bells, bongos and all types of other instruments to create their unique style of folky dance music. Alexi Collins answers our questions. What was the first band you saw live? Five of us

Liam Gale

Liam Gale hails from Sydney’s northern beaches, combining an array of influences and his love of writing to create his unique music, described as ”a folk blues sound that’s raw and original” (Solar Sounds). With cryptic lyrics, blues guitar style, a touch of the psychedelic and a unique voice, Liam Gale performs shows solo throughout