Four inspiring Melbourne music workshops helping emerging artists break into the scene DJ 101 with DJ Sarah
Words by Sam Howard
Spotlighting the work of Analogue Dawn, MESS, Clutching at Straws, DJ 101 and DJ Club.
Music in Australia is considered a religion for many – in fact, in Melbourne, there are more live music venues per person than there are churches, with thriving communities for every genre no matter what music “religion” you fall into.
While it’s easy to find an event you align with as a music lover and punter, breaking into these communities as an artist is a completely different story. The barriers of entry for emerging artists can be challenging, with events focusing on the representation of marginalised communities often a rarity, and spaces for newcomers to learn how to write music or access and understand music equipment difficult to come by.
After a year devoid of live music, Simona Castricum is bringing it harder than ever Photo by Alex Dubois
Words by August Billy
In what sounds like the synopsis for a neon-branded sci-fi flick, she’ll appear alongside hordes of synthesisers at Sidney Myer Music Bowl this month.
The rapturing event is all thanks to the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio – better known as MESS – who’ve curated a dazzling lineup of homegrown electronic music goodness.
In addition to Mat Watson and the 16-piece MESS Synthesiser Orchestra, the event will feature performances from Wiradjuri woman and interdisciplinary artist Naretha Williams, percussion explorer R. Rebeiro (of My Disco), and the fizzy electronic collaging of B(if)tek’s Nicole Skeltys.
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