Gig Buddies is a fantastic new initiative launched in Australia which links adults who have a learning disability to a volunteer who has similar interests in music, or other activities, to go out together. Gig Buddies has already had a successful launch in the UK, linking up volunteers with people who have learning disabilities so
Want to learn how to make great radio? FBi training applications are now open!
Stop thinking about a career in radio and kickstart your dream! FBi Radio are now offering training to those incredibly passionate about Sydney music, arts and culture and want to learn how to make good radio. HERE’S HOW TO APPLY… Email training@fbiradio.com with the following info in the body of your email (no attachments please)… – Full name –
Sydney venue The Vanguard is up for sale
Iconic Sydney venue The Vanguard is up for sale.
ARIA launch Audio & Visual Streaming Chart
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) are launching a new weekly Audio & Visual Streaming Chart.
FEEDBACK: A MUSIC CONFERENCE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE – SPEAKERS & PANELS REVEALED!
Indent, the peak network for all ages entertainment in NSW, in proud collaboration with Vivid Sydney, is thrilled to announce the return of FEEDBACK, our annual music conference for young people. Following hugely successful conferences in 2013 and 2014, FEEDBACK aims to assist young people in getting a leg up in the highly competitive music
Australia Council for the Arts Grants Round 2 Closing Soon
Applications for the next round of Australia Council for the Arts grants close on June 2nd, 2015.
Bigsound Speakers Announced, Showcase Applications Closing May 15
Annual music conference Bigsound has announced the first round of speakers for 2015. Applications to play at this year’s event will close on May 15 with the first amazing line-up of artists announced in early June.
NSW Young Regional Artist Scholarships
NSW Young Regional Artist Scholarships are now being offered by the State Government to support young artists from regional NSW to undertake a self-directed professional development program or project in their chosen field.
MusicNSW & Mission Australia Present “Music Could Change Your Life”
MusicNSW have partnered up with Mission Australia’s Creative Youth Initiative (CYI) to present an exclusive free music workshop called “Music Could Change Your Life”, tailored specifically for the students participating in the 2015 ‘Sounds Of The Street’ course. CYI helps to develop the creativity of young people at risk by providing a variety of free creative
APRA CEO Calls For Action Over Pirates
APRA/AMCOS chief executive Brett Cottle has come out publicly about issues surrounding illegal downloading, calling on the Australian government to offer “support and respect” to artist’s whose work is being obtained by illegal methods. Bottle has lended his support to proposed increased legislative powers to stop internet piracy at a Senate inquiry public hearing late last week. “Australia’s