Sunshine Coast musicians are vibrant, diverse and experienced, with many veterans with decades of experience under their guitar straps. But alongside this old guard of talent, comes a new generation of fledgling artists, carving out their own place in the music community. These under 20-somethings are independent, driven, gigging every month, and doing whatever it
***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
Aussie icons The Cat Empire will introduce their vibrant new line-up to the Valley on Friday 22. They are celebrating current album, “Where The Angels Fall”, with a massive new show that epitomises their herculean high-energy nature. With their signature fusion of jazz, funk, ska, rock, and latin, the latest outfit is even more vibrant. Off
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
Their first Sunshine Coast show in November has been a complete sell-out for much-loved Australian band Boy & Bear. Thankfully the lads have opened up a second show, on November 8. But be sure to snag a ticket as this show will most certainly follow suit. Boy & Bear is a favourite indie-folk band and
Liquid Lyrics – the Sunshine Coast’s most “wordy, worldly and worthy” spoken word event – is on September 28. Expect an incredible evening of poetry, music and community connection at Coolum Beach. This long-time local favourite poetry slam offers a new theme each month, with the first month of spring being “Culture Canvas”. As locals
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