A Famous Concert Violinist Busks in a Subway – Why Does Nobody Stop?
By: Sam Chan
In 2007, in a famous experiment, Grammy-winning violin player, Joshua Bell, played his violin in a Washington subway but nobody stopped to listen. Read more
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Choirs Invited To Enter International Competition
By: Clare Bruce
Choirs around Australia – and worldwide – are being invited to enter the inaugural ‘International Christian Choir Competition’, an online event being run by Excelsia College in Sydney. Read more
TAYA Reminds us it’s ‘Gonna Be Good’ with New Single
By: Laura Bennett
It’s been a big few years for former Hillsong UNITED vocalist Taya Gaukrodger (now ‘TAYA’). Read more
Rick Price Brings Gospel Classics to Life in ‘Wayfaring Stranger’
By: Arthur Muhl
The songs of Rick Price were a staple of Australian radio during the 1990s. Read more
Hip-Hop Icon Chance the Rapper says “God is a God for the Oppressed”
By: Laura Bennett
As far an independent artists go, Chicago-born hip-hop artist Chance the Rapper’s ability to cut through and climb to the top is an inspiration for the next in line, but a headache for industry execs who want him on their roster. Read more
Music’s Redemptive Power Uncovered in ‘The Musical Mind’
By: Laura Bennett
25 years ago, Australian filmmaker Scott Hicks brought the story of pianist David Helfgott to life in the Academy Award nominated film, Shine. Read more
“A Real Journey of Confidence” – Tarryn Stokes, ‘The Voice’ Winner 2023
By: Clare Bruce
Aussie vocalist extraordinaire Tarryn Stokes has stepped into the limelight after being announced as the winner of Channel 7’s The Voice 2023 on Sunday night. Read more
New Music from Dami Im Details Rocky Transition into Motherhood
By: Georgia Free
It’s been a decade since Dami Im burst onto the Australian music scene as the winner of X-Factor. Since then, she has written multiple albums, toured around the world, represented Australia in Eurovision, appeared on MasterChef and written a memoir. Read more
Jazz Walks Boldly Ahead of New Bluey Album and Single ‘Rain’
By: Justin Rouillon
After what seemed like an eternity, new episodes of the hit TV show Bluey are back on the TV. Read more
From Jail to Joy: Maverick City Music’s Grammy Success
By: Mike Crooks
After their debut win last year, American gospel group Maverick City Music scored four gongs at the 65th Grammy Awards on Sunday Night in Los Angeles.