Cybersecurity tips for music influencers and creators

You make music. You build an audience. You pour yourself into your content — and somewhere along the way, you…

Wah Bah are now slinging takeaway cocktails

It’s a wild world we live in.

A moment with Jaron Jay, the viral infection you DO want…

A talent unlike anything you’re likely to see this virus season.

Maximillian Rudd explores new horizons with his eclectic new album Salvador

This is a record that longtime fans of traditional Brazilian tunes will adore; at the same time opening a new generation’s ears and hearts to the beauty of these iconic styles and stories.

Sydney electronic duo Kayex have just dropped a serious banger with ‘I’ll Do What You Want’

This is exactly what we need for an afternoon in isolation.

Vicious Recordings and Be Rich Records are hosting free music industry focused webinars

These webinars are free, one hour-long workshop chat sessions will allow you to learn more about the dance music industry.

Triple j Unearthed are giving budding musicians the chance to collaborate with Tame Impala, Amy Shark and more

If collaborating with your favourite Australian artists was on your to-do list for isolation, you’re in luck.

Milky Chance have created a whole EP in isolation

“Since we all need to stay home but wanted to continue making music together, we came up with these multi-home-recorded acoustic versions… we‘re sending love to all of you! Stay safe everybody!”

Young Sydney Entrepreneurs have created a chic, anti-pollution face mask infused with botanicals

The masks will be available for shipping in June 2020.

Boutique Event Co are live streaming cocktail classes every Friday

The perfect ingredient for self-isolation.

Leaps and Bounds Music Festival have gone digital for 2020

Apart and Not Alone.

SBS announces week-long Eurovision festival in lieu of cancelled event

SBS is going big.

Georgia Rodgers proves her undeniable talent with new single ‘Restless and Vain’

This searing, slow burner is a testament to Georgia’s growth and perseverance over the past few years, placing her on the fast track to musical adulthood.

Lime Cordiale reveal new single ‘On Our Own’ and announce the release of their hotly-anticipated second album

Boasting playful instrumentals and driving beats with a side of groove, ‘On Our Own’ captures you right from the start, championed by the band’s limitless energy and an instantly engaging melody.

The Little Malop Hub aims to help the adored precinct survive

Acting as a nerve centre, the website features a list of the laneway’s participating restaurants with the promise of a low delivery fee.

Looking after your mental health while self-isolating

While social distancing and isolation are key in helping to reduce further spread of the virus, these measures can also have an adverse impact on mental health.

Cork & Canvas are offering online ‘on-demand‘ paint and sip sessions in the comfort of your own home

Even if you haven’t picked up a paintbrush since a high school art class, one of the ultimate ways to unwind while bunkered down at home is to create a masterpiece right from your couch with Cork and Canvas’ brand new online workshops.

Brisbane’s Bugs drop their first single of 2020 with ‘Can’t Get Enough’

This new single is sure to sit well with longtime fans

We talk scary things we’ve done with Melbourne’s The Great Emu War Casualties

Melbourne alternative band The Great Emu War Casualties delivered a slice of indie-pop goodness with their single, “The Australian Parma Crisis” last month.

The team behind Beyond The Valley are hosting a virtual day party this weekend

Pre-recorded from three unique, undisclosed Melbourne locations featuring panoramic views of the city skyline, a train carriage on a rooftop and an industrial warehouse location, the Virtual Day Party will be streamed via Untitled Group’s Facebook page.

Join the next generation of Victorian digital creators via free virtual YouTube workshops

These workshops are designed to support the emergence of the next generation of Victorian digital creators, teaching participants how to maximise their impact on YouTube.

Carlton & United Breweries have launched For The Love Of Your Local

If you’re anything like us, you love your local pub, and you just want to see the great Aussie tradition of going to the pub continue for many years to come, this could be the initiative to do just that.

The Strokes have just released their first new album in seven years

Marking their sixth studio album, the hard-hitting record features previously shared tracks ‘Brooklyn Bridge To Chorus’, ‘Bad Decisions’ and ‘At The Door’.

Western Edge Youth Arts have been approved for Four Year Funding

This funding represents long-term security which fuels artistic innovation, enables deeper engagement with community, and ensures staff well-being.

 

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