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Sounds Australia

Locality: Ultimo, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9935 7831

Address: 16 Mountain Street 2007 Ultimo, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.soundsaustralia.com.au

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25.01.2022 Dom from our team will be facilitating a panel for 4Elements HipHop Project - 4ESydney this Wednesday thats all about streaming - from Apple Music and Spotify, to Twitch and YouTube, TikTok and gaming, this panel will cover it all. If youre looking at releasing music in 2020 then dont miss this. Fittingly, it will be streamed live from 4E Sydneys Facebook page at 6pm AEST (9am London / 10am Berlin / 4pm Singapore / 4pm AWST).

25.01.2022 Heres another wonderful moment thats come out of Global Music Match: Charm of Finches covering They Dont Do That No More by Canadian artist Dave Gunning. How beautiful are those harmonies! Covers, cooking, chats: its all happening as part of Global Music Match, which features 96 artists from 14 countries. Check out the #globalmusicmatch hashtag on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube to see what everyones been making.

25.01.2022 Thank you B. D. Rileys Irish Pub - Downtown. It breaks our heart to see our friends at BD Rileys on Sixth Street in Austin, Texas having to close their doors permanently after 20 years. BD Rileys was the home of our Sound Gallery showcase during SXSW from 2011 - 2017, where artists like Vance Joy, Hiatus Kaiyote, D.D Dumbo, High Tension, DUNE RATS, Emma Louise, Owl Eyes, Hockey Dad, The Soul Movers, Julia Jacklin and countless others jumped on that great little stage with the large open windows and our good friend Steve on the sound. It was always a mix of BDR regulars and SX aficionados looking to discover some incredible Australian music together. We look forward to getting back to Austin sooner than later and we hope John, Steve and all the BD Rileys staff are stay safe and well until we can all see each other again.

24.01.2022 Looking for some new Australian music to listen to? Weve got you! Weve just added songs to our Sounds Australia Selects playlist from Cassian, ELSZ, Haiku Hands, Hockey Dad, Imogen Clark, Kasey Chambers, Lisa Mitchell, Ocean Alley, Sheppard, Teischa, Tuka and Two People. The whole playlist is filled with artists who have played a Sounds Australia showcase. You can hear it on Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube.

24.01.2022 Applications are now open for the American Express Music Backers Fund. If youre an Australian artist, work in the industry or have an idea for a music business, you could share in $1 million worth of grants. Yes, one million dollars. You can nominate a mate too! Hit the Amex website below to see the criteria, meet the judges behind the program and, most importantly, apply.

24.01.2022 If you missed yesterdays 4Elements HipHop Project - 4ESydney panel about streaming, which Dom from our team facilitated, you can watch it below. He was joined by journalist and curator Emily Nicol, Craig Treweek from Delivered Live (and L-FRESH The LIONs manager), and Woodes. Find out why a 100% live show works best for Delivered Live, how Woodes is building a world in Minecraft around her debut album, and what Emily considers when curating the Blak Australia playlist on Spotify - and a whole lot more!

24.01.2022 It's #ausmusictshirtday, not only a day where we get to rep some of our favourite Australian artists (though we love all Australian artists equally), but an important day that helps raise money for Support Act. We're very lucky here in Australia that gigs are slowly starting to come back, but we're far from a full recovery, and a lot of people in the music industry are still doing it incredibly tough, particularly those who work behind and off the stages. Support Act d...oes amazing work, so if you have the means, please consider donating to them today so they can continue to support those that bring us one of the best things in life: music. Today we’re wearing A.B. Original, Art of Fighting, Baker Boy, The Beamish Brothers and Touch Sensitive tees.

24.01.2022 Classical:NEXT has announced a brand new platform for the global art music industry called Classical:NEXT Encore. It's an online event series, taking place three to four times a year, offering sector and regional meet ups, presentations of the latest innovations and developments, project pitches, music and networking. The debut series is being held from 30 November to 11 December. If you're interested in connecting with people in the classical and art music scene from around the world, you can register for Classical:NEXT Encore at the website below.

24.01.2022 The big news keeps coming this week and were thrilled to announce that our brand new virtual showcase format CLOSE UP will debut at Branded Limiteds All That Matters digital conference on Tuesday September 15. Utilising pre-existing footage created during this unique period of restriction, isolation and lockdown, CLOSE UP will present live performances from 12 alumni artists across three 15-minute showcases. Youll see live songs from Ash Grunwald, Ball Park Music, Cub Spor...t, FAIRCHILD, Hayley Mary, Jaguar Jonze, Kate Miller-Heidke, Katie Noonan (with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra), Middle Name Dance Band, Sheppard, SLUMBERJACK and Your Girl Pho. The CLOSE UP showcases are open to All That Matters conference delegates only. Passes start at US$99 and can be purchased from their website: http://allthatmatters.asia. For more information on our new showcase, as well as a panel that our Digital Export Producer Dom Alessio will be hosting at All That Matters, head to our website: http://www.soundsaustralia.com.au//sounds-australia-matte/

23.01.2022 Need some Australian music to listen to while you're dressed up for #AusMusicTShirtDay? We've just added a whole lot of new songs to our Sounds Australia Selects playlist. You can find it on Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube.

22.01.2022 Were loving seeing all the announcement videos being posted by the artists participating in Global Music Match. Check out this fantastic one from Colin Lillie Music, direct from the middle of Australia! If you search the hashtag #globalmusicmatch on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, you can see what the other 95 acts involved in Global Music Match have been posting.

22.01.2022 Incredible to see four Australian artists feature in the top 10 most Shazamed songs of all time: Cookin On 3 Burners, Gotye, Sia and, at number one, Tones And I.

22.01.2022 Alice Ivy is making some serious waves at the moment. Her song In My Mind with Ecca Vandal has been getting heard around the world, thanks to the brand new global Apple iPhone ad. Now its debuted at the top of Shazams DIscovery Chart in the USA! ... Both Alice Ivy and Ecca Vandal have showcased with us in the past, and were so excited to see the positive response this song is receiving internationally. Congratulations to Alice, Ecca and their teams! Also, if you can tell us where we can get donut wheels for our cars too, that would be great, thank you.

21.01.2022 Our friends at Isol-Aid Festival have put together a stellar line-up of Australian artists for today. So grab your phone, log into Instagram and enjoy some live music wherever you are. Saturday August 29 9:00pm (US PDT)... Sunday August 30 12:00am (US EDT) / 1:00am (Brasil BST) / 5:00am (UK BST) / 6:00am (CEST) / 12:00pm (Singapore SST) / 2:00pm (AEST)

21.01.2022 Earlier this week we announced Global Music Match, which features 96 artists from 14 countries taking part in what could be the largest online matchmaking of musicians ever undertaken. Search the hashtag #globalmusicmatch on socials to follow the journey. 12 of artists involved are from Australia - Charm of Finches, Colin Lillie Music. Fanny Lumsden, Hussy Hicks, Kaurna Cronin, Little Quirks, Riley Pearce, Saije, Shelley Segal, STAV., The Heart Collectors and William Crighton... - and if youre looking for a playlist that features music from all of them, then weve got you covered! Check out our Global Music Match: Team Australia playlist on Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify and YouTube: https://smarturl.it/2q3xxw

21.01.2022 We are so excited to introduce you to Global Music Match - the worlds largest online musical matchmaking program, with 96 artists from across 14 countries - including 12 acts from Australia. Charm of Finches, Colin Lillie Music, Fanny Lumsden, Jessie Lloyd, Kaurna Cronin, Little Quirks, Riley Pearce, Saije, Shelley Segal, STAV., The Heart Collectors and William Crighton will be taking part in this world-first event. Their music will be shared with new online audiences, and t...heyll be introducing their fans to fantastic new music from around the world too. Theres going to be a lot of exciting things happening over the next couple of months, so make sure you check out the hashtag #globalmusicmatch so you can follow the journey. http://www.soundsaustralia.com.au//introducing-global-mus/

20.01.2022 We love this! Its Tame Impala like weve never seen them before, performing live for NPR Musics Tiny Desk (Home) Concert series.

20.01.2022 This is amazing! Watch Tash Sultana play every instrument as she performs Beyond The Pine for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

19.01.2022 Its been a big week for new songs by artists whove previously showcased with Sounds Australia. Check out our Sounds Australia Selects playlist and youll hear music from Alice Skye, Ash Grunwald & Ben Catley, friendships, Golden Vessel & Mallrat, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Matt Corby, Melody Moko, OKENYO, Running Touch, SAN MEI, Tired Lion, TFS Band, Two People, Woodes and more! Yeah, its a big playlist, and you can find it on Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube.

19.01.2022 We are incredibly excited to announce that were partnering with British Underground and Canadian Independent Music Association - CIMA/Canadian Blast to present a brand new virtual showcase: Country Connections LIve. A showcase of Americana artists from Australia, Canada and the UK, Country Connections Live will feature four acts from each country playing two songs apiece. From Australia, Beccy Cole, Charlie Collins, Dan Sultan and Troy Cassar-Daley will be performing. Its ...a special event as part of Thriving Roots: A Virtual Community Music Conference, presented by the Americana Music Association. To watch Country Connections Live, youll need to purchase a pass to Thriving Roots, which start at US$99. Country Connections Live will take place on Thursday September 17 at 5:00pm Nashville time (3:00pm PDT / 6:00pm EDT / 11:00pm BST / Friday 6:00am AWST / Friday 8:00am AEST). For more information, head to our website: http://www.soundsaustralia.com.au//introducing-country-co/

19.01.2022 Reeperbahn Festival is happening this week, with a mix of in-person showcases and live-streamed content. The conference is completely digital and if youve always wanted to experience the Hamburg event, nows your chance. Tickets start at 18.90. To purchase - and to check out the programme - head to the Reeperbahn website below.

18.01.2022 Congratulations to Music Victoria on their nomination for Best Global Music Office at this years inaugural Music Cities Events Awards. Its a testament to their tireless work for Victorian artists and music industry, as well as the internationally-renowned sounds that come from the state. The Awards will be handed out on September 23.

18.01.2022 Say hello to Country Connections Live! Its a brand new virtual showcase, presented by British Underground, Canadian Independent Music Association - CIMA/Canadian Blast and Sounds Australia, taking place next week at Thriving Roots, a new digital conference presented by the Americana Music Association. A showcase of Americana artists from Australia, Canada and the UK, Country Connections Live will feature four acts from each country playing two songs apiece. From Australia, B...eccy Cole, Charlie Collins, Dan Sultan and Troy Cassar-Daley will be performing. To watch, youll need to purchase a pass to Thriving Roots from the Americana Music Associations website, which start at US$99. Country Connections Live will stream on Thursday September 17 at 5:00pm Nashville time (3:00pm PDT / 6:00pm EDT / 11:00pm BST / Friday 6:00am AWST / Friday 8:00am AEST). This video was edited by UK filmmakers Northern Cowboy Films.

17.01.2022 Create NSW is calling for expressions of interest from arts and cultural experts across the State to join their 2020/2021 Artform Advisory Boards. There are 10 advisory boards, including Aboriginal Arts and Culture Board, Classical Music, Opera and Choral Board, and Contemporary Music Board.... They will assess funding applications and make recommendations to the Minister for the Arts for the upcoming 2020/2021 Arts and Cultural Funding Program and will provide strategic advice to the Minister on issues facing their artform. If youre interested in applying, head to the Create NSW website. Applications close tomorrow night, Friday August 21, at 11:59pm AEST.

17.01.2022 Thank you to our friends at Isol-Aid Festival for bringing us live music every weekend for 6 months. Its been a constant bright light during these challenging times, and given people all around the world a chance to see Australian artists perform. Congratulations on what youve created and were looking forward to this weekend (number 26!)

16.01.2022 Austrade has announced changes and simplifications to the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme, which is an incredibly valuable program for Australian artists and organisations undertaking international activity. Changes include new, upfront funding certainty over multiple years, and expanded assistance for industry bodies and alliances. You can find out more information about the changes at Austrades website... https://www.austrade.gov.au/Australi//Export-Grants/review See more

15.01.2022 There are a few Australian names you may have missed in last week's list of GRAMMY Award nominees...

15.01.2022 Its Week One of Global Music Match and weve loved seeing all the creative content being posted. When there are 96 artists from 14 countries involved, thats a lot of posts! Bellingen duo Saije are one of the artists being featured this week, and this is a video that Irish Mythen Music made to introduce them to her fanbase. Shes even done a three-part interview with Saije too. Search #globalmusicmatch on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube to see how acts are being introduced to new international audiences all over the world.

14.01.2022 Ever wanted to know who's behind one of Australia's greatest exports? So great to see the light shining on Spinning Top Music's Jodie Regan. An interview that's definitely worth reading.

13.01.2022 We're excited to bring the Uluru Sunset Session to Mundial Montreal, featuring an incredible soundtrack of artists from MusicNT's Bush Bands Program.

13.01.2022 Congratulations to The Goon Sax who've signed with iconic record label Matador Records. We can't wait to hear your new music.

12.01.2022 We're excited that United We Stream Australia is returning with a stream of First Beige, recorded live at their recent sold-out show at The Tivoli in Brisbane as part of Valley Fiesta 2020. First Beige is an incredible 6 piece band that hit the ground running at the start of 2020, receiving praise from Gilles Peterson, playing Laneway festival, Party In The Paddock, A Festival Called Panama and Nine Lives Festival. Watch it live on United We Stream Australia's Facebook page tonight, Thursday 26 November, at 9pm AEDT (2am LA / 5am NYC / 10am London / 11am Berlin / 6pm Singapore).

11.01.2022 Happy 21st birthday (week) Isol-Aid Festival! Dig in to some tasty Australian music on Instagram this weekend. Friday: 9:20pm (LA) Saturday: 12:20am (NYC) / 5:20am (London) / 12:20pm (Singapore) / 2:20pm (AEST)

11.01.2022 Theres so much fantastic new Australian music around right now, weve had to double the amount we usually add each week to our Sounds Australia Selects playlist! Dive into the playlist to hear new songs from A. Swayze & the Ghosts, ine Tyrrell, Alex the Astronaut, Birdz, BLISS N ESO, BOO SEEKA, Confidence Man, James Ellis and the Jealous Guys, Kaurna Cronin, Kim Churchill, Matt Corby, MoJu, Oliver Tank, The Paper Kites, Shellie Morris Music, Vera Blue, Washington Music, The Weeping Willows and stacks more artists whove showcased with Sounds Australia. You can listen to Sounds Australia Selects on Apple Music, Deezer, Pandora, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube. Youll find all the links at the website below.

11.01.2022 Hamburgs Reeperbahn Festival is returning next month, but this time the conference, as well as the annual ANCHOR Award, will all be taking place online. Tickets are on sale now, and if you buy them this month, you can purchase them at the reduced rate of 13.90. Wed recommend checking the program times and how they align with your local time zone before registering. Head to the Reeperbahn website below for info and tickets.

11.01.2022 Congratulations to Flume, Hillsong Young & Free and Tame Impala on their nominations for the 2021 Recording Academy / GRAMMYs. The Awards will be handed out on Sunday January 31. Let's hope some of those little gilded gramophone trophies come to Australia.

10.01.2022 If you're outside of Australia, you can stream this year's ARIA Awards live on YouTube. You'll be able to see performances from Amy Shark, the iconic Archie Roach, Lime Cordiale, Sampa The Great, Sia and Tame Impala, as well as a tribute to Helen Reddy. Watch it live on Wednesday 25 November:... 12:30am (LA) / 3:30am (NYC) / 5:30am (Sao Paulo) / 8:30am (London) / 9:30am (Berlin) / 2:00pm (Mumbai) / 4:30pm (Singapore) / 7:30pm (AEDT) See more

09.01.2022 Were so excited for tomorrows Nina Las Vegas X United We Stream Australia DJ set, coming to you from Mangoplah - a small town 36 kilometres south of Ninas hometown of Wagga Wagga, NSW. Not only is it your chance to see one of Australias top DJs perform, but youll also be able to witness the beauty of regional NSW. Nina Las Vegas x United We Stream Australia 004 will stream on Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, UnitedWeStream.com.au and UnitedWeStream.org. Located in the Riverina... region of New South Wales, Australia, Mangoplah means Kooris singing in the local Wiradjuri language. 100% of donations raised via this stream will be going to HEAPS DECENT - an Australian organisation empowering diverse young people to express their creativity through music and multimedia. Nina Las Vegas x United We Stream Australia Saturday August 29 12:10am (LA) // 3:10am (NYC) // 8:10am (London) // 9:10am (Berlin) // 12:40pm (Mumbai) // 3:10pm (Singapore) // 5:10pm (AEST)

06.01.2022 In September, the Americana Music Association will be hosting the inaugural Thriving Roots conference. Over three days there will be almost 100 online sessions, featuring panels, networking events, virtual hangs and performances. Jackson Browne, T-Bone Burnett, Ken Burns, Brandi Carlile, Rosanne Cash, Emmylou Harris and Mavis Staples are just some of the speakers announced so far. Theres about 24 hours left to buy tickets at the Early Bird rate of US$99, and after that the price will rise to US$149. Head to the website below for more info and to purchase a pass.

06.01.2022 This week, the Australian Government released guidelines for the $35 million Arts Sustainability Fund that will provide direct financial assistance to support Commonwealth-funded arts organisations facing threats to their viability due to the coronavirus. Its part of the Federal governments $250 million COVID-19 Creative Economy Support Package. Applications for grants under the Sustainability Fund will open on August 31 and can be submitted through until May 31 2021. For more information, head to the website below.

05.01.2022 Our own Dom Alessio will be hosting a panel tomorrow as part of Branded Limiteds All That Matters digital conference. "Working with Neighbours: Strengthening Music Partnerships across Australasia" will discuss how the music industries across these two continents can better work together to develop new audiences for the immense talent in Asia Pacific. Well also be debuting our new virtual showcase format Close Up. Across the day, three 15-minute showcases will spotlight a to...tal of 12 live performances from Australian artists. Plus, Australian journalist Lars Brandle will be talking to Lyor Cohen, Global Head of Music for YouTube, and The Wiggles will be making an appearance at All That Matters too. Were offering a 50% discount on a limited number of passes to Australian Music Industry Professionals whod like to attend. Before you register, please email Millie Millgate at [email protected] who will provide you with the discount code. See the full program at https://www.allthatmatters.asia/agenda/

05.01.2022 The Season is a joint initiative by the British Council and the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade to strengthen and build cultural connections. The Australian program will take place in the UK from August to November 2021. Under the theme Who are we now? and particularly in light of the COVID pandemic, the Season will reflect on both nations shared history and culture. Individuals and organisations from across the creative sector are being invited to apply. If youre interested, head to the British Councils website below.

04.01.2022 Congratulations to all the winners from last night's ARIA Awards. Special shout-out to the artists who've showcased with us before: Fanny Lumsden, Guy Sebastian, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Lime Cordiale, Paul Kelly, Sampa The Great, The Teskey Brothers and Washington Music. We loved seeing you win some pointy trophies. Check out the full list of winners below.

02.01.2022 Todays the day for the National Indigenous Music Awards! Itll be streamed live on YouTube, so even if youre not in Australia you can watch this fantastic event. There will be performances from national treasure Archie Roach, Gumbaynggirr and Yamatji singer Emma Donovan, Gamilaraay singer Thelma Plum, Pitjantjatjara and Torres Strait Island R&B star Miiesha, Numbulwar band Mambali and triple j Unearthed competition winner JK-47. Plus, a tribute to Warumpi Band and a specia...l in-studio performance from Midnight Oil, Kaleena Briggs, Bunna Lawrie and Dan Sultan, performing the Oils first new song in nearly 20 years, Gadigal Land. Watch live on Saturday August 8: 2:00am (US PDT) / 5:00am (US EDT) 6:00am (Brasil BST) / 10:00am (UK BST) 5:00pm (Singapore SST) / 7:00pm (AEST)

02.01.2022 Were entering Week 3 of Global Music Match and were loving seeing brand new collaborations happen between artists, just like this very special performance with The Heart Collectors and Charly Lowry from the USA. Definitely give it a watch. If you want to see what 96 artists from 14 countries (including 12 acts from Australia) have been creating, check out the #globalmusicmatch hashtag on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter.

02.01.2022 Branded Limiteds All That Matters would normally be taking place in Singapore next month, where for years global representatives from music, sports, gaming and the online entertainment sectors have gathered. This year, the event - which will feature panels, talks, live music showcases and networking opportunities - will be held virtually from September 14 - 18. Sounds Australia is offering a 50% discount on a limited number of passes to Australian Music Industry Professional...s who wish to attend. Before you register, please email our Executive Producer Millie Millgate at [email protected] who will provide you with the discount code. For more information, and to see which speakers have been announced so far, head to https://www.allthatmatters.asia

01.01.2022 Applications are now open for the Australia Council for the Arts' Re-imagine: Sector Recovery Initiatives fund. The fund is offered in acknowledgement of the significant forces of change and evolution facing the cultural and creative industries. This investment will support the sector to re-imagine practice and operations, and test ideas and models for a more resilient, equitable and thriving future. There are two separate streams: Creative and Cultural Solutions, and Industr...y Collaborations. For more information, and to apply, head to AusCo's website below.

01.01.2022 Were very excited to announce that Nina Las Vegas will be broadcasting live for the next United We Stream Australia on Saturday August 29. Shell be DJing from Mangoplah - a small town 36 kilometres south of Wagga Wagga, NSW. Not only is it your chance to see one of Australias top DJs perform, but youll also be able to witness the beauty of regional NSW. Nina Las Vegas x United We Stream Australia 004 will stream on Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, UnitedWeStream.com.au and Unit...edWeStream.org. 100% of donations raised via this stream will be going to HEAPS DECENT - an Australian organisation empowering diverse young people to express their creativity through music and multimedia. Nina Las Vegas x United We Stream Australia Saturday August 29 12:10am (LA) // 3:10am (NYC) // 8:10am (London) // 9:10am (Berlin) // 12:40pm (Mumbai) // 3:10pm (Singapore) // 5:10pm (AEST)