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One of the best globetrotting artist of the decade is Milky Chance, a German folk group that blends reggae, indie rock and electronica to create an internationally unique sound. The group consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Clemens Rehbein, bassist and percussionist Philipp Dausch and guitarist Antonio Greger.

Nov 8

Nov 8 Exceptional Fashion on the Screen

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There is a vast array of elements things that lead to a movie being captivating and timeless. There is the directing, acting, the cinematography and of course the soundtrack. Another such element is the costuming within a film.

Nov 6

Nov 6 Ocean Alley: Why They Love Festivals

2019 was Ocean Alley’s year. Between winning triple J’s Hottest 100 with “Confidence”, playing at Splendour in the Grass and touring across Europe, it’s been a wild ride.

Oct 28

Oct 28 Pist Idiots: Everyone’s Got Ticker

Heart, grit and a whole lot of beer. These are the ingredients that created one of the nation’s best up and coming bands, the Pist Idiots. From the suburbs of South-West Sydney, these four childhood friends are just as much punters as they are rockers.

Oct 10

Oct 10 Bubbles, Burrata and Bocconcini Making at Tramsheds

Cheese lovers rejoice, because this one’s for you. Tramsheds and Omnom Cheese Making partnered together to bring boozy cheese making classes to Sydney’s Inner West.

Oct 1

Oct 1 Boy and Bear: Finding the Light

Last Friday, Boy and Bear released their first studio album after a four-year hiatus. In 2015, no-one thought Suck on Light would be released. However, from these turbulent times comes the band’s strongest album to date.

Sep 15

Sep 15 Shiloh Magnolia Savage by Aaron Viii

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Shiloh’s was named after a number plate her mother saw in Vermont, USA just before giving birth.

Sep 15

Sep 15 Hip Hop and Headwear

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In modern fashion all the way back to Shakespeare in the 15th Century, the Hat, has been a staple of style and class. The perfect top to anchor an outfits sensibility and consideration. Now it would be remiss to consider the hat a piece of clothing fitting just one purpose.

Sep 13

Sep 13 King Street Crawl 2019: Marlborough Hotel

The first of September was a monumental day. The festivities of the King Street Crawl had started to take its toll on the patrons. Every kebab, pizza and pie shop in Newtown now played sanctuary the lost souls of a big Sunday session.

Sep 12

Sep 12 King Street Crawl 2019: Kelly’s on King

A crowd favourite in the King Street area and the Newtown scene is Kelly’s on King. The traditional Irish bar is home to a slew of live music and karaoke nights, bridging the gap between community and performers.

Sep 11

Sep 11 King Street Crawl 2019: The Duke Hotel

While named after the prominent King Street, the crawl extends well beyond that one road. Down past the heart and soul of Sydney live music, the Enmore Theatre, lies the Duke Hotel, aka The Duke of Enmore.

Sep 10

Sep 10 King Street Crawl 2019: The Newtown Hotel

The King Street Crawl is an annual event that celebrates the Sydney music scene. Last Father’s Day, over 30 venues along King St, Erskineville Rd and Enmore Rd played host to a massive 130+ artists. With no entry fees and hours of live music, it was a testimony to the volume of talent that Newtown houses.

Aug 7

Aug 7 Frenchies Bistro and Brewery

Stepping into Frenchies feels like being welcomed into a hidden corner of Paris. It is a celebration of delicious food, unique craft brews and the bistronomy that France pioneered – it’s an invitation to explore, relax and enjoy.

Jul 17

Jul 17 Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Spirits

Imagine being able to knock back three espresso martinis and drive home. Or sip a midday Negroni with a client and remain clearheaded and on the ball. Or wake up in the morning after copious gin and tonics completely hangover-free.

Jun 26

Jun 26 Collective Roasting Solutions

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Unlike most other fields, there’s no definitive source of knowledge in coffee. There’s no bachelor of coffee, or even a diploma. While short courses abound in the area of barista training or hospitality skills, these are focused on the process of making coffee in its final step, and ensuring legal hygiene standards are met.

Jun 24

Jun 24 18 days.

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18 days. is a series of photographs captured during a recent trip to Japan, comprising images taken in Tokyo, Kyoto, Kobe, Osaka, Naoshima, and Hiroshima.

Jun 10

Jun 10 Parlour Cucina opens to 100 Years of Negroni

This June marks 100 years of the beloved negroni, and Sydney’s cocktail houses have kick-started their celebrations with a selection of masterclasses, talks and tastings taking place around the city.

Jun 5

Jun 5 Kelsey Lu @ the Opera House 2/6

Kelsey Lu is one of the most widely talented, multi-genre artist you’ll ever have the pleasure to watch perform live. Blurring the lines between R&B, indie and classical, it’s hard to label her under a single genre, but if there’s one thing you learn as you watch her set unfold, it’s that her musical identity is in fluidity.

Jun 3

Jun 3 Bar Ombré by Salts Meats Cheese