From “Through the Fire” and “Ain’t Nobody” to “Do You Love What You Feel” and “I’m Every Woman”, R&B icon Chaka Khan has given the music world a long list of timeless songs since the 71-year-old singer first entered the business as the lead vocalist of Rufus in 1973. All those decades later and her … Read more
One of the most recognisable Irish singers of our time, Dermot Kennedy, arrives in Sydney this weekend to debut a brand-new annual global music festival that’s focused entirely on celebrating Ireland’s rich musical heritage. And it’s perfect timing too, with the Sydney music festival coinciding with St Patrick’s Day celebrations. Dubbed the MISNEACH (pronounced mish-nyah, … Read more
Great Southern Nights is fast becoming one of the premier live music festivals in New South Wales, having grown considerably each year by filling the state’s best venues with the country’s best artists. Now Great Southern Nights 2025 is set to take the event to a whole new level, adding two outdoor program highlights and … Read more
Australia’s reigning Queen of Pop is going head-to-head with the Sydney Mardi Gras, setting some – but not many! – with a peculiar contest for attention. Her shows are already a sell-out. And Mardi Gras organisers have set up a special bus service from the Qudos Bank Arena, knowing that many of their fans will … Read more
Hans Zimmer is one of Hollywood’s greats. His musical talents have won him numerous awards, including five Grammys, two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, an American Music Award and a Tony Award, as well as six Emmy nominations. Zimmer’s highly dramatic, cinematic compositions have touched everything from The Lion King and Pirates of the Caribbean … Read more
When is Drake’s Anita Max Wynn tour coming to Sydney? Drake is currently in Australia for the debut of his new Anita Max Wynn tour. Most of the headlines have been coming out of his time in Melbourne, where he not only performed multiple shows at Rod Laver Arena but has also hosted private parties … Read more
The iconic Sydney Observatory sits atop the steepest hill in the city, drawing much of its value from a shockingly beautiful vista stretching from one side of Sydney Harbour to the other. Since 1788, this heritage-listed meteorological station and science museum has been a source of great inspiration for Sydneysiders, even if they aren’t reaching … Read more
Laneway Festival Sydney tickets sold out in a matter of hours when the massive lineup was announced in October 2024, but many punters don’t seem to realise that there’s still a way to score tickets to see the likes of Charli XCX, Clairo and Bicep. Are music festivals dying? While it looks like the end … Read more
If you’re looking for live music in Sydney, take note of these five shows with high-profile musicians helping the city wrap up a busy 2024. Some of the most famous rock frontmen his music history are bringing their solo shows to Sydney this month, with both Billy Corgan (of The Smashing Pumpkins) and Jack White … Read more
The Metro Theatre has introduced a year-long Artists in Residency program with free concerts every Wednesday. While Sydney’s star is certainly rising when it comes to night-time activities, the Harbour City still has a long way to go to really step up to cities like New York City and Tokyo. A big missing piece: an … Read more
