Who doesn’t listen to music? I listen a lot every day. Everything from pop/dance/electronic to jazz and classical. What would life be…
Despite the years (decades?) since I last played it, I still have a copy the 12-inch vinyl album “Rattlesnakes” by Lloyd Cole and The Commotions. Released in late 1984, this … Read the rest “Lloyd Cole at Sydney’s “City Recital Hall””
Although a lot has been written about the serious political content of their lyrics, I’ve always been far more moved by their melodies and beats.
Songs like “Power & The … Read the rest “Midnight Oil in Darwin”
Three years ago when my friend, Sue and I were both here in Darwin, we were truly impressed by a busker we saw at the Parap Markets. He was a … Read the rest “Music and Art in Darwin”
“You made me a little bit teary tonight”, I said to Felicity Urquhart as we embraced after her show at “The Vanguard” in Newtown.
Felicity is a country music singer … Read the rest “Happy Tears”
The arrival of a new ABBA record back in the 70s and 80s was always a hit and miss affair in Lismore, the country town where I grew up. Though … Read the rest “ABBA – Voyage”
Of course I would LIKE her, given she first came to national prominence with the autobiographical play, “White Baptist ABBA Fan”. Though I’ve been aware of the music and works … Read the rest “National Indigenous Music Awards 2019”