Sunshine Coast musicians are vibrant, diverse and experienced, with many established veterans with decades of gigs and industry experience under their guitar straps. But alongside this old guard of talent comes a new generation of young fledgling musos, carving out their own place in the music community. These under 20-somethings are independent, driven, gigging every
***EVENT CANCELLED Kunda Park: In what has become an industry hive for Sunshine Coast musicians the Light Industry Studios will throw a “Barbie-pink” themed party to celebrate the success of its AMPED Music Program. Heading the all-ages Pink Party is the Betty Taylor Band and joining them are emerging local female artists Karlou and Jamison.
Nambour: Highly-anticipated live music establishment and cocktail lounge, The Presynct Venue & Bar, will officially open its doors on Saturday night. But if you think you’re going to the opening night you can ditch those plans with tickets to the Sunshine Coast’s hottest new spot’s celebrations selling out in just days. Business partner Rusty Nyman
Fortitude Valley: Aussie icons The Cat Empire will introduce their vibrant new line-up to the Valley on Friday, September 22, to celebrate their current album, “Where The Angels Fall”, with a massive new show that epitomises the herculean high-energy nature of this much-loved band. With their signature fusion of jazz, funk, ska, rock, and latin influences,
Bokarina: They’re a Trainspotting-esqe, English-geezer-meets-Aussie-eshay rock trio, with an Oasis edge and overall brit-pop sound, featuring chill, yet upbeat sounds. And this sensational Sydney acoustic band will bring their multi-Platinum and critically-acclaimed sounds to Bokarina next month, with highly-anticipated fourth album, “How Many Dreams?”. The DMA’s are thrilled to be kicking off their biggest headlining
Caloundra: Boy & Bear’s first show at Kings Beach Tavern was a complete sell-out which just says everything about this much-loved Australian band and its ever-loyal following. Thankfully for locals, a second show for November 8 has been announced, so be sure to secure a ticket as this show is also set to follow suit.
Coolum Beach: The Sunshine Coast’s most “wordy, worldly and worthy” spoken word event is back again for another incredible evening of poetry, music and community connection, on September 28. This long-time local favourite poetry slam offers a new theme each month, with the first month of spring being “Culture Canvas”. As locals can attest, the
Noosaville: MORPH is a mini arts festival which brings together a variety of local multidisciplinary artists to celebrate the creative community on September 16. And as the name suggests it reinvents itself every year. This year there will be fine art from 40 global artists, live music from local Argentinian Chucho Bruno’s Karaka Orchestra (pictured),
Tanawha: Have you discovered the Maroochy Secret Garden? Hidden in a lush native subtropical setting, the Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens plays host to the Secret Garden once a month with folk tunes, gritty blues, reggae vibes and sweet pop sounds. It’s BYO picnic, so be sure to bring your family and friends to spread out
Coolum: Calling all rappers, emcees, R&B enthusiasts, and new-wave melodic masters! If you’ve been cooking up in the stu’ and wondering where to play or simply craving some sample chops, dirty drums and big baselines, Coolum now has a home for you. The Sunshine Coast’s most exclusive Hip-Hop/R&B open mic Hip-Hop Haven is bringing the