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Zohar Spatz – the Importance of Community

Musoverse — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:42:48 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 167 my guest is La Boite Theatres executive director and incoming CEO Zohar Spatz. Zohar talks about how lockdown impacted La Boite. We explore the newly funded La Boite Artist Company and we address the changes now happening in the Arts Economies around the globe as a result of the COVID interruptions. Time for representation, relevance and transformations in our industries and Zohar and her team at La Boite are setting the bar high indeed. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/12/16/zohar-spatz-the-importance-of-community/

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Mik Auckland – Home of the Arts

Musoverse — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 02:40:57 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 166 I chat with Mik Auckland Director, Programming and Presenter Services at HOTA, Home of the Arts. Mik was involved in delivering some of the world’s greatest productions, including the Olympic Games, Rugby World Cup and the Commonwealth Games so has a keen perspective on all things entertainment and culture. We look at how HOTA managed during and post Lockdown and hear his thoughts on suitable pathways forward to better support the Arts Economies in Australia. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/12/08/mik-auckland-home-of-the-arts/

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Wesley Enoch – Artists are about finding the vocabulary for the future

Musoverse — Sun, 29 Nov 2020 08:03:56 GMT

My guest is renowned Playwright and Sydney Festival Artistic Director and Australian Arts and Culture Thought Leader, Wesley Enoch. We hear about the upcoming Sydney Festival in his own words “Sydney Festival 2021 is all about kick starting the Australian arts sector by injecting more than $6 million into the pockets of those who have done it tough,”. We talk about the value and importance of art in our society especially as it enters recovery. We explore 21st century audience needs and how Arts Economies can diversify and future proof. “Artists are about finding the vocabulary for the future” Wesley Enoch. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/25/wesley-enoch-artists-are-about-finding-the-vocabulary-for-the-future/

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Aly Cook – Community and Grace in the Music Industry

Musoverse — Sun, 29 Nov 2020 07:59:50 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 164, I chat with New Zealand Publicist and Music Artist, Aly Cook who has never been so busy. Post COVID, she has been busy releasing a plethora of new music. Aly shares about working with Community Radio Stations across Australia and New Zealand. We talk about the importance of acknowledging the volunteers that man these stations. We hear about the lesson that BB King taught her and review the business practice of GRACE. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/24/aly-cook-business-is-busy-post-covid/

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Emily Ulman goes into Isolaid

Musoverse — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 06:06:53 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 163 I chat with Emily Ulman, Managing Director and programmer of award-winning online music festival Isol-Aid. Emily and the Festival are being documented at the Melbourne Museum as part of their state heritage collection. Isol-Aid Festival won a J AWARD in the “Done Good” category!!! At the recent 2020 AIR awards, Emily received the Outstanding Achievement Award. Having recently spoken at Big Sound, Emily addressed the fact that the face of Australian Music has changed for good in this episode. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/24/emily-ulman-goes-into-isolaid/

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Tal Chalak – Real Talk about the Value of Venues in the Music Industry

Musoverse — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 03:45:34 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 162 I chat with Tal Chalak, Promoter and Music Industry Consultant and currently the organiser of Sunday Setlists at The Factory Theatre in Marrickville Sydney. We have a frank conversation about what is happening for Venues across Australia as the country gradually reopens its pubs and clubs and music venues. Together we explore the impact that the COVID lockdowns have had from a venue and promoter perspective as Tal offers guidance and tips for indie artists wanting to build their brand in the live scene post COVID. And more importantly, Tal highlights the incredible opportunity that these lockdowns have afforded many aspects of this sector. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/17/tal-chalak-real-talk-about-the-value-of-venues-in-the-music-industry/

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Sarah Hanson Young – Is It Because It’s Zero?

Musoverse — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 04:45:39 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 161 I have the honour of speaking with Senator Sarah Hanson Young, Senator for South Australia representing the Australian Greens. Sarah recently stood up in Federal Parliament and asked for an update on the Arts Package delivery with her now infamous words “Is It Because Its Zero?” Sarah’s portfolio includes Arts, Media and Communications and she is an avid supporter of the Arts and Entertainment sectors in Australia. The Greens Plan to Let’s Recreate Australia” has a three-pronged approach to support and aid in the recovery and rebooting of an annual $112b economic contribution by these sectors. Make sure you head to Sarah’s website to sign the petition and help get our voices heard by Federal Government. It was such a privilege to speak to someone as passionate as Sarah is about our industries. We are grateful for her voice. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/17/sarah-hanson-young-is-it-because-its-zero/

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Howard Sherman – Another Day’s Begun

Musoverse — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 01:57:58 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 160 I chat with theatre administrator, writer, and arts advocate, Howard Sherman who has worked with American Theatre Wing, O’Neill Theatre Center, Geva Theatre, Goodspeed Musicals and Hartford Stage. And as the US columnist for The Stage newspaper in London, with his writing appearing in Slate, The New York Times, the Guardian, and American Theatre Magazine, Howard talks all things Broadway. Howard introduces us to his book scheduled for release in Jan 2021 – Another Day’s Begun: Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in the 21st Century. When it comes to being a passionate supportive Arts advocate, Howard’s voice is being heard across the globe as he shares his thoughts. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/08/howard-sherman-another-days-begun/

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Nick Hampton in the Nick of Time

Musoverse — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 01:18:05 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 159 My guest is Nick Hampton, author of the new Australian Music Industry memoir Nick of Time My Life and Career All On The Record. After almost 5 decades in the Music Industry, Pye Records in London, CBS Records in London and Paris and EMI records in Australia, Nick offers his insights and shares stories about his adventures. Nick was instrumental in establishing the fund-raising for charity body Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Australia with The Art of Music initiative and given the challenges facing our industry today, Nick shares his thoughts about the value of music. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/07/nick-hampton-in-the-nick-of-time/

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Sally Anne Gross and George Musgrave – Can Music Make You Sick?

Musoverse — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:48:29 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 158 I chat with Sally Anne Gross and George Musgrave, the two authors of the book Can Music Make You Sick. Lecturers at the University of Westminster, Sally Ann and George walk us through the process of writing and researching the book and what it means for the future of a global industry that is experiencing the greatest challenge in its history. This is a ground breaking book for anyone who is currently in the music industry and wondering where the hell it is going thanks to 2020 lockdowns which has decimated their industry AND for those who are thinking of making music their life work. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/11/06/sally-anne-gross-and-george-musgrave-can-music-make-you-sick

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Dr Russell Kennedy – Arts is a vehicle that allows your inner child to be seen and heard

Musoverse — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 04:48:20 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 157, I have the honour of speaking with Dr Russell Kennedy, Neuroscientist, Medical Doctor, Speaker, Comedian and Author who has recently published his book Anxiety Rx. We talk about the COVID crazy in Victoria BC in Canada right now and then explore Russ’s work with Anxiety. Russ speaks from his experience as a music artist and comedian and addresses some of the psychological drivers for live performers and musicians and offers high level strategies to assist Arts Workers as they face the most challenging time in history. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/27/dr-russell-kennedy-arts-is-a-vehicle-that-allows-your-inner-child-to-be-seen-and-heard/

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James Blundell – Creating a Consistent Uplifting Reality

Musoverse — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 04:08:43 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 156, I talk with Australian Country Music legend, James Blundell about returning to live gigs, what lockdown was like for him and his vision for our industry. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/27/james-blundell-creating-a-consistent-uplifting-reality/

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Michael Stangel – Making Music More Accessible

Musoverse — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 07:33:18 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 155 my guest is Michael Stangel, host of the vlog Three Months to Live, Music Artist, Producer, Artist Manager and candidate for Kardinia currently running for the greater Geelong City Council election. We talk about recent guidelines announced by the Victorian Commission for Gambling & Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) advising live music is no longer allowed to take place in venues and explore the language of the guidelines and how it applies to live music. We talk government support, diversification and what is needed both financially and mental health wise to ensure we are not facing an extinction level event. We hear about Mike’s election platform which includes Music and the Arts and most importantly learn about his philosophy for life which has helped him to survive some of life’s greatest challenges. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/25/michael-stangel-making-music-more-accessible/

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Karen Harding - Sounds on the Couch

Musoverse — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 01:52:23 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 154 our guest is Karen Harding the Director and Founder of Sounds On The Couch and the Couch Mag. Karen talks about her initiatives during COVID setting up a live streaming channel for emerging artists, podcast, training programs and an on line mag to support emerging artists through their career journey. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/25/karen-harding-sounds-on-the-couch/

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Councillor Jonathan Sri – the Art of Hibernation

Musoverse — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 01:54:56 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 153 I chat with Councillor Jonathan Sri who is a writer, musician and community worker who was elected in March 2016 as Brisbane's first ever Greens city councillor, representing the Gabba Ward.Jonathan produced the Gabba Ward Shutdown Album 2020: The Art of Hibernation which was released in September. We talk about the impact of the lockdowns on the Creative, Arts and Entertainment industries, government response and how local council in Brisbane is finding creative ways to support these industries. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/23/councillor-jonathan-sri-the-art-of-hibernation/

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Brendan Williams as Europe Enters its Second Lockdown

Musoverse — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 12:25:17 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 152 I chat with Global Marketing Consultant, Brendan Williams, an Aussie expat currently living in Copenhagen in Denmark. Brendan walks us through the European summer, discusses how the lockdowns in Europe and the UK have impacted the Hospitality and Music industries and then what is facing them now that they have entered their second lockdown. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/22/brendan-williams-as-europe-enters-its-second-lockdown/

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Katie Stewart – Victorian Music Development Office

Musoverse — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 08:42:55 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 151, I chat with Music Business Manager for the Victorian Music Development Office, Katie Stewart. We talk about the VMDO, FAIR PLAY program which has been presented by the Victorian Music Development Office (VMDO) and Diversity Arts Australia We also look at Victoria’s Digital Creator Program to talk capacity building and future proofing. We look at the government response so far and assess a vision for the recovery of the music industry throughout Australia. Check out the VMDO website as it is a treasure trove of resources for the industry. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/22/katie-stewart-victorian-music-development-office/

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Jessie Parker – St Jerome’s Laneway Festival

Musoverse — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 08:27:43 GMT

In the Music Real Episode 150, I speak with Jessie Parker general manager of one of Australia’s biggest music festivals, St Jerome’s Laneway Festival. We talk about what her festival in 2020, what 2021 looks like, the impact of loss of live shows across the industry and a vision for the future https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/22/jessie-parker-st-jeromes-laneway-festival/

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Maria Amato – Australian Independent Record Labels Association

Musoverse — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 08:00:38 GMT

My guest is Maria Amato CEO for Australian Independent Record Labels Association, otherwise known as AIR. We discuss the recent 2020 AIR Awards, Women in Music Mentor Program and chat about how to best approach the opportunities facing our industry with Maria sharing her wisdom and many insights. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/22/maria-amato-australian-independent-record-labels-association/

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Do It Right with Jade Holland and David “Messy” Mescon

Musoverse — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 01:37:09 GMT

What is it like to write, record and produce your next single while in lockdown? In the Music Real E148 we chat with David “Messy” Mescon, producer in Nashville, Jade Holland, Music Artist in Regional Queensland, Australia and Executive Producer, Manny Kyriakidis in Brisbane, Queensland. We talk to the team about Jade’s latest single “Do It Right” and how it all came together across time zones. https://themusicreal.com.au/2020/10/20/do-it-right-with-jade-holland-and-david-messy-mescon/

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