New Darwin band The Ovulators may have performed just two gigs so far, but their third one is set to be a ripper. THEY’RE SUPPORTING Canberra’s Glitoris for the Darwin...
DARWIN RAILWAY AND Social Club – affectionately referred to simply as The Rails – has earned its reputation as one of the best live music venues in the Top End...
FORMED IN 1996 , Saltwater Band are recognised far beyond their native Elcho Island and indeed, far beyond the Territory. Synonymous with an island reggae roots sound, Saltwater Band’s lead...
If you’ve never heard the voices of the Tiwi Strong Women’s Group before, then you’re in for a treat this month. If you know them well, then you probably already...
Set to the seaside beauty of Pee Wee’s at the Point, Arafura Music Collective’s upcoming performance, Times of Change, is all about the seasons and our effect on the environment...
The crew at Wide Open Space Festival (WOS) gave themselves some breathing space in 2019, but are returning recharged and full of energy in 2020. The festival has drawn revellers...
2019 has been huge for local singer-songwriter Patsy Coleman. With an EP due for release soon, and baby number two on the way, she’s showing no sign of slowing down...
British-Trinidadian artist, multi-instrumentalist and producer, Zee Gachette, has teamed up with Aussie musicians Beck Flatt and Boi Crompton to form the power trio known as Z-Star Trinity. They’re headed to...
The Darwin Symphony Orchestra celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2019 with concerts all year, but have saved the biggest for last. 160 performers take to the stage for O Fortuna!,...
Brisbane hip hop outfit Butterfingers has been toiling away recording a new album this year – but before they release it next year, they’re making tracks to the Top End...
Mindil Beach Casino Resort brings the nostalgic vibes this New Year's Eve, with the return of a Darwin favourite. If you belted out a tune at the Casino in the...
The fascination with Australian landscapes is a common thread in the work of Australian composers, their music evoking a sense of place and space with the ability to connect the...
IT'S BEEN A BIG YEAR for Adelaides Zephyr Quartet. The genre-defying outfit turned 20, bagged themselves an Art Music Prize, and announced an impending hiatus. But don’t worry! They’re making...
HIP-HOP DUO REMI are working their way from the top to the bottom of Australia for their only headline tour of 2019. Remi Kolawole and Sensible J are treating fans,...
LOCAL LOUD LADS Summit have been tearing up Top End stages since mid-2016, building a dedicated following amongst the Top End’s metal scene. And 2019 has been a huge year...
Regurgitator has been one of Australia’s most iconic bands since it burst onto our airwaves 25 years ago, with hits like Polyester Girl and ! (The Song Formerly Known As)...
FIONA BOYES MAY HAVE BEEN late to pick up the guitar, but that hasn’t stopped her forging a career as one of Australia’s most respected blues musicians. She burst on...
MUSICNT’S ANNUAL BUSH BANDS Bash returned to Alice Springs in early September, uncovering and showcasing the powerful and varied talent of musicians residing across outback Australia. By Shauna Upton A...
THE 30TH BIRTHDAY celebrations just keep on coming for DSO, with two events this month for young and old. We caught up with Artistic Director/Chief Conductor Jonathan Tooby to chat...
AUSSIE POP DARLING Amy Shark is hitting the road for an intimate regional tour of Australia, with her sights firmly set on Darwin. Fresh from her national tour earlier this...