The world stopped on 24 May, 2023 as the “Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll” died of natural causes in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland. The icon that formed generations, women, fashion, and redefined genres of music was 83 and performed her last concert at 69. Tina Turner’s passing was due to her having apparently been battling illness for some time but gave no further public statements on it.
Renowned virtuoso cellist Yo-Yo Ma is launching a virtual online series studying the music of J.S. Bach. The interactive virtual program features special guests, and runs for eight information-filled weeks, sure to delight cellists everywhere. The virtual online series The experience is varied, taking participants on an interesting journey through the music of Bach, and […]
The release of the first annual Fix The Mix report has found that women and non-binary producers and engineers are lost in the mix across the music industry. The studies were undertaken in a collaborative effort between We Are Moving the Needle, Jaxsta, Middle Tennessee State University and Howard University, with the findings presented by […]
The hosts for The Eurovision Song Contest 2023 have been announced, as well as a number of ways audiences can watch the event. Partnering with TikTok, and live broadcasting at cinemas across the UK, the British (who will be hosting the contest in Liverpool on behalf of winners Ukraine), will certainly be making this a […]
The complex issue of funding for UK orchestras and theatre companies continues, with both positive and negative developments. There have been announcements in recent weeks that funding and relief with be both given and cut, making the situation for UK musicians, actors and performers a complex and uncertain one at present. The good news – […]
Nai Barghouti is a Palestinian musician and collaborator on a new track with Grammy-Award winning artist Skrillex. The new song, titled Xena, is the fifth single release from Skrillex in recent times, and the latest in a number of collaborations with other musicians that includes tracks with Fred Again, Flowdan, PinkPantheress, Trippie Redd, Bobby Raps, […]
Adriana Lecouvreur makes its Australian premiere at the iconic Sydney Opera House this February. Fondly described as “the operatic equivalent of Sunset Boulevard” by The Guardian, Rosetta Cucchi’s opera runs from 20th February – 7th March 2023. Ahead of this exciting debut, we spoke to two of the production’s stars, conductor Leonardo Sini and baritone […]
English National Opera have succeeded in obtaining funding for the coming year following a compromise with Arts Council England. As previously reported by TheatreArtLife, the UK was stunned and outraged following a ‘shake up’ in arts funding that blindsided the ENO with threats and demands to move the company outside of London. The current situation […]
From a very early age, music was everything to me, I remember sitting on this sofa in the corner of the living room, I was around 4 or 5 years old. I had just put my favorite Richard Clayderman vinyl (yes, it’s true!). On my hands, I had this little ‘piano toy’ borrowed from my […]
Opera Australia have welcomed acclaimed director Jo Davies to take over the artistic reins of the country’s preeminent performing arts company. In a celebrated career spanning more than 20 years, Ms Davies is an award-winning director of opera, theatre and musical productions in the UK, Europe, and North America. The appointment of Jo Davies Opera Australia […]
Wham!’s song Last Christmas was first released in December 1984… 38 years ago! And it is probably still the most-played Christmas song ever written apart from maybe Silent Night. How far did you make it in this year’s Whamageddon? Have you even heard about it? Well, if you haven’t, you’ve definitely missed out.
The Ticket Bank is a new initiative from the Cultural Philanthropy Foundation and Cardboard Citizens offering free and affordable show tickets for cultural events in London. Partnering with some of the capital’s leading cultural organisations, the aim is to offer tickets to those who could otherwise not engage in culture. With events in music, dance, […]
Joel Brown is a paraplegic dancer and singer-songwriter. He has toured throughout the USA and internationally. Since August 2015, he is a dancer with the UK based Candoco Dance Company. He produced two solo albums and also composed music for the films A Person Falling (2013) and You (2015) by Graham Brown. In 2013, he was nominated for an Isadora Duncan Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Performance. In the acclaimed duet 111, Joel Brown performs with former Scottish Ballet principal ballerina Eve Mutso.
Following a stream of controversy and change in recent months, it has now been announced the Eurovision voting system will change in 2023. After the 2022 show saw accusations of rigging and dishonesty, the new approach is an attempt to make the points and scoring much more transparent and fairer for the competitors. The European […]
A MusiCares auction with instruments and paraphernalia from the Taylor Hawkins tribute concerts have gone up for sale. Raising money for music-based charities, the items are already being bid on by music fans and collectors alike. Icons And Idols: Rock ‘n’ Roll Presented by Julien’s Auctions, MusiCares, and Music Support, the charity auction will run […]
Arts Council England has announced a shake-up in funding cuts that will affect opera, with a focus on moving the Arts out of London in the coming years. The plans for a new model have caused concern from many in the UK over what might lay ahead following the rebuilding in a post-pandemic climate. The […]
Several countries are priced out of competing in Eurovision 2023 due to increasing entry fees. While the anticipation for the upcoming competition has been building after the recent announcement that the UK would be hosting the event in Liverpool in order to support winners Ukraine, it seems there is another, less positive side to next […]
This past June, concert touring veteran Lance “KC” Jackson celebrated 44 consecutive years in the live entertainment industry. The many artists KC has worked with include Luther Vandross, Boyz II Men, New Kids On The Block, Justin Bieber, and he is currently on the road as Production Stage Manager for Earth, Wind and Fire with Santana on the Miraculous Supernatural Tour. In this interview that he gave for PLSN (Projection Lights & Staging News) he tells us about his fascinating touring career.
The Barber of Seville is currently embarking on a National Tour with Opera Australia. This effervescent production will be visiting 22 theatres across Victoria, NSW, Tasmania, and the ACT over three months, showcasing some of Opera Australia’s finest voices and a live orchestra. In each city, a local children’s choir will perform in the show […]
At C ARTS, a dynamic slate of female solo artists explore complex themes in the search for hope and joy at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe. Returning live this year to the Fringe, C ARTS has curated a wide-ranging collection of award-winning work, including a diverse slate of female solo performers, many making their Fringe debuts. A […]
Nathanael Philip Mosher is a writer/performer based out of Los Angeles. This year, he is debuting his solo show ‘Nathan Mosher is Injured’ for a full run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. For years, Nathanael worked hard towards his dream of performing his own multimedia one-man show, especially at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Now, in Edinburgh, he is fulfilling his long-held dream. We talked to Nathanael about all the things that brought him to this moment…
Beginning of June this year, at the NAMM Show in California, Roadies of Color United (ROCU) hosted the Promoting Diversity Within the Industry panel. ROCU have been active in the music industry since 2009. Founded by Lance “K.C.” Jackson and William “Bill” Reeves, this organization continuously promotes diversity and equality for music industry professionals working backstage.
Unfortunately, I’ve recently been reminded about the predatory behavior of some in the music industry. Quite regularly, artists reach out to me for my opinion on an agreement offered, a private message they received on Instagram, or something someone said to them that confused them. So I decided to put together a list of some common “red flags” that you should be aware of that can help you make better decisions. Of course, you should never sign an agreement without having a music attorney WORKING FOR YOU (meaning, they have YOUR best interest in mind and not the other party) look it over for you or make a decision without at least having a consultation with one. Did that make sense? In other words, hire a music attorney before agreeing or signing anything. And also, I am not an attorney so these are just my own opinions and thoughts.
Glastonbury Festival 2022 was one to remember, with an array of notable performances from legendary acts both old and new. Sharing messages of unity and hope over the weekend, even the cool British weather couldn’t dampen the spirits of artists and audiences. Performance highlights Ukrainian Eurovision Song Contest 2022 winners Kalush Orchestra performed at the […]
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