Deb Pelser

Chelsea Cutler brings her signature blend of raw lyrics and lush soundscapes to the Metro Theatre tonight, marking her Sydney and Australian debut. From her early days producing music in her bedroom to streaming millions worldwide, Cutler has carved a distinct niche with her heartfelt confessions wrapped in electronic beats. Her ‘The Beauty Is Everywhere’ Tour has an impressive 29-date run of North American shows, including a performance at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

After having to postpone her scheduled 2023 Australian and NZ tour, U.S. pop star Fletcher’s rescheduled performances are now just two months away.

This is a magnificent album. Steeped in an antipodean dusty dryness yet leavened by bright rays of sunshine and Meares's eloquent poetry that strike like shards of lightning. Jo Meares'Silver Bullets take us on an extraordinary journey into the heart of darkness: a swampy gothic paradise laced with white frills and blood red velvet. His voice is an unguent, a salve that at the same time hypnotises and mesmerises, drags you into a beautiful stunning abyss.

The Art Gallery of New South Wales ‘cutting-edge music series, Volume, is set to electrify Sydney’s art scene again this July. Curated to challenge the norms of live performance and sound, this year’s lineup features four avant-garde headliners: André 3000 with his new project New Blue Sun LIVE, an experimental jazz ensemble that sees the American hip-hop legend delve into uncharted musical territories;

The Festival of the Stone, an annual celebration renowned for its blend of music, community engagement, and reverence for ancient brewing customs, is poised to greet the onset of Winter in Byron Bay on Saturday, 1st June.

Olivia Rodrigo will be bringing her Guts World Tour to Australia, she will perform two shows each in Melbourne and Sydney with support from Benee, known for her breakout hit ‘Supalonely’.

Chicago-based duo DRAMA are appearing at the Metro tonight as part of their first Australian headline tour. Amidst a massive 2023, which included an appearance at Coachella, a critically acclaimed collaboration with Flight Facilities, and the release of their EP titled ‘Till We Die,’ DRAMA, comprising producer Na’el Shehade and vocalist Via Rosa, are eagerly awaited by the capacity crowd.

I am at the bustling Hordern Pavilion in Sydney tonight, awaiting Seattle-based rapper Macklemore’ s (aka Benjamin Hammond Haggerty) performance. The air is thick with anticipation as fans of all ages gather to witness the magic of one of hip-hop’s most distinctive voices. Macklemore, who first soared to fame with his hit album ‘The Heist,’ (2012) has consistently pushed the boundaries of his artistry. Over the years, he has garnered a reputation for tackling diverse themes in his music, from addiction and recovery to social justice, resonating deeply with a global audience. However, Macklemore has not been without his critics—some have cast doubt on his intentions, and after an ill advised costume choice for a concert at the opening of the EMP Museum in Seattle he was accused of antisemitism, which he has fervently denied.

The Metro is sold out tonight as a passionate crowd awaits the Beaches who are known for their dynamic rock vibe. This Toronto-based band has bold, gritty sound, with Jordan Miller on lead vocals and bass guitar, sister Kylie Miller on lead guitar, Leandra Earl on keyboards and guitar, and Eliza Enman-McDaniel keeping the beat on drums.

YL Hooi, (the project of Valya Ying-Li Hooi,) plays the Sydney Biennale tonight, performing at the magnificent White Bay Power Station.