Get Gig Ready

The Soul Movers are local retro-funk heroes, fronted by Lizzie Mack and Murray Cook, who've been bringing their 60s-inspired extravaganza to our ears since the band's ressurection around 6 years ago. What does going from a local band to the world stage teach you? We sit down with Lizzie and Murray to talk about necromancy, their inseparable link to The Wiggles, and making music that moves the soul.Our feature track is the Sundown Mix of 'Not Putting it Down' by The Soul MoversFind The Soul Movers here: Website/Tour Dates || Facebook || Instagram || The OG Wiggles Reunion TourGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

ChillCheney is a local freestyle rapper in the early stages of his career, taking important skills and insights to help him forge a voice with his background of community and battle-rap. How does freestyle rap work, and how can you use it as a writing tool? We sit down with ChillCheney to talk about the growing voice of Australians in rap music, pushing through adversity, and building up to his latest release.Our feature track is 'Laying Low' by ChillCheneyFind ChillCheney here: Facebook || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

OM Collective is a Sydney-based artist whose work explores their sense of self in a gripping, emotional, and at times religious display of music and multimedia. How do you push back against harsh criticism, and how do you express a self that others might not like? We sit down with OM Collective to talk about narcissism, the turmoil of your audience enjoying things you'd rather they didn't, and making art in the era of 'content'.Our feature track is 'Mayae' by OM CollectiveFind OM Collective here: Website || Facebook || Instagram || TwitterGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Tom Avgenicos is a Sydney-based improvising trumpeter, composer and educator. As a part of Delay 45, he and a group of long-term friends explore the limits of improvisational technicality. How important are mentors in music, and why should you credit them? We sit down to talk about finding an improvisational voice, instrument familiarity, and learning to collaborate in free-form.Our feature track is 'Hindsight' off Flux by Delay 45Find Tom Avgenicos here: Website || Facebook || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Stephanie Dass is a seasoned musician here in Sydney, Australia, who has just completed the monumental task of travelling to Nashville, Tennessee (during the pandemic, no less!) to record her latest record. Why travel across the world to record a record, and what can you learn from recording in one of the world's most renowned music cities? We sit down to talk about that journey, why contemporary christian music, and the inspiration for the record.Our feature track is 'It's Okay' by Stephanie DassFind Stephanie Dass here: Website || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Michelle Sutton is a singer-songwriter from Sydney, Australia, with a wonderfully Busk-able style and a unique approach to her packaging, she successfully brought her EP 'Dinner Plates' to life with crowdfunding. How can you build confidence as a performer, and why DIY your art? We sit down with Michelle to talk about putting her EP together, the stories that inspire her music, and informing your writing with busking in mind.Our feature track is 'Halloween' by Michelle SuttonFind Michelle Sutton here: Facebook || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

KVISION is a DJ, Trumpet Player and Producer from Sydney, Australia who brings a unique energy to his sets by sending the audience to the dancefloor with the instrument of the battlefield. How can DJing prepare you for putting forward music of your own? We sit down to talk about his influences, the lessons learned by playing other people's music, and the tried-and-true blend of trumpet and EDM.Our feature track is 'Disco Biscuits' by KVISIONFind KVISION here: Facebook || Instagram || TwitterGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Amanda Thomas is a local pop musician currently in the middle of final production for her latest album. How do you find the right team for your work and keep yourself objective? We sat down with Amanda to talk about putting the record together, finding your voice after starting young, and the challenges of putting a record together in a pandemic.Our feature track is 'I Surrender' by Amanda ThomasAmanda Thomas: Website || Facebook || Instagram || TwitterGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Onarsé is a Alternative R&B/Soul singer-songwriter from Sydney, Australia who grabbed our attention with an awesome hook his application to the artist register, and aren't hooks what it's all about? We sat down with Onarsé to talk about finding your voice from a diverse range of influences, why self-producing can be so empowering and the challenges for a first-timer performing at an online festival in Lockdown.Our feature track is 'Euphoria' by OnarséFind Onarsé here!Get Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Rotaris is a local hip-hop producer who's putting together music for smart folks. Tackling real issues in a way that strives to be informed and authentic is one of the foundations of hip-hop. What does 'music for smart folks' mean, and how do you hold yourself accountable as a self-driven artist? We sit down with Rotaris to talk about his journey as a producer and why his 'smart' is never a dry listen.Our feature track is 'I'm Right (Both Sides)' by RotarisRotaris: Website || Facebook || Instagram || TwitterGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Nicholas Ng is an ethnomusicologist here in Sydney, specialising in traditional Chinese instruments like the erhu. With a growing acceptance and interest for music from other cultures, it's an exciting time for Nicholas' field of work. Why should you be interested in ethnomusicology, and how can you get the most out of a niche? We sit down with Nick to talk about the driving forces behind this blossoming field of music.Our feature track is 'Evening Tears' by Nicholas Ng and Kim CunioNicholas Ng: Website || Facebook || Twitter || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Safford is a Sydney-based band whose haunting and captivating sounds help them tell intimate stories within a diverse scope of genres. With some new members in the fold, how is the band adapting to change in their own world, and how do you maintain what's important without stifling the new blood? We sit down with Safford to find out about their journey and where it's going next.Our feature track is Safford's 'Oslo'Find Safford here!Get Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

JËVA is a home-grown pop prince bringing the best of independent music together with a big pop sound. With his debut EP out very soon, we dive into the journey and self-expression that's come to define his sound. Why be brutally honest with your audience, and how important are queer stories in music? We sit down with JËVA to find out all about 'Typhoon' and the stories that drive it.Our feature track is JËVA's 'Possibilities'JËVA: Website || LinksGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Jaewoo Kim is an opera singer, teacher, and founder of Opera Classica. His career has seen him work with renowned orchestras, conductors and operas all around the world, demonstrating his tenacity in proving himself successfully to new communities time and time again. How does opera work behind the scenes, and is it ever too late to get into singing? We talk with Jaewoo about all this and more.Our feature track is a performance of 'Una Furtiva Lagrima' by Jaewoo Kim.Jaewoo Kim: Music School || TwitterGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Tamsin is a pop musician who recently took out the 2020 edition of the International Songwriting Competition. With a broad CV, plenty of appearances you've seen but might not realise, and a team of inspiring collaborators, we had her on to ask about her diverse portfolio and the importance of those collaborations. How do you find the right people to work with, and how do you treat a young-skewing audience? We sat down with Tamsin to discuss all this and more.Our feature track is 'SOS' by TamsinFind Tamsin here!Get Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Koda is a local rock band whose broad range of influences create a diverse but cohesive sound, that we featured last season on the show. How do you write songs as a band, and how do you decide when an idea is really ready? We sat down with guitarist, Zac, to talk about the band's process, the value of road-testing ideas, and feeling comfortable with the ideas you put out there.Our feature track is KODA's 'Makaha'Find KODA here!Get Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Mable is a classically trained pianist who is one of a number of musicians embracing an online trend of music that's laid back and easy for relaxation, study and more. How can you still get people's attention with music that's designed to do the exact opposite? We spoke with Mable about how she's able to turn this wonderful niche into a sustainable part of her career, and how you can get lost in the music with her.Our feature track is 'Daydream' by Mable May.Mable May: Website || YouTube || Facebook || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Jack Rodgers is a singer, public speaker, dancer and chess champion whose CV can be intimidating at times, but it's merely a testament to hard work paying off. How do you juggle keeping a broad focus without becoming a master-of-none? We sat down with Jack to talk about building audiences, taking the chances and how he uses his chess career, of all things, to help get gig ready.Our feature track this week is 'Still Can't Wait' by Jack Rodgers.Jack Rodgers: Website || Instagram || Facebook || TwitchGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Josh is a jazz guitarist whose incredible chops have been making waves on the internet since before he was a teenager. How can you cut it in the online sphere, even in a space as saturated as guitar? We hear from Josh to find out how he managed to build his internet presence through tenacity, hard work and a little ingenuity, as well as learning how he got in touch with modern-day heroes like Tosin Abasi and Rick Beato.Our feature track this week is an untitled preview of the Josh Meader Trio's debut record.Josh Meader: Instagram || Tabs || YouTubeGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Cardi S is a contemporary classical violinist whose work brings together the distant past of music with dance, coreography and more. How can you put together a show that bombastic without breaking the bank? We spoke with Cardi about what makes contemporary classical so exciting, finding people to work with outside of music, and putting on bigger productions.Cardi S Violin: Website || Facebook || Twitter || Instagram || TikTokGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

David Binning is a guitarist, journalist, and now multi-instrumentalist thanks to his debut record 'Fire in the Blood'. How do you manage a full time career and learning enough instruments to record a whole album? We spoke with David to talk about the costs of making an album, working with producers and how to get an audience for local gigs when you're just getting started.Our feature track is David's 'Gravity'David Binning: WebsiteGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work!City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

Icevena is a local electronic musician, presenter and organiser for a Digital Audio Workstation group. What is a Digital Audio Workstation? We sat down with Icevena to talk about making music yourself, the importance of getting your musical arrangements right, and why you need to keep everything!Our feature track is Icevena's 'Follow Me Down'Icevena: Spotify || YouTube || Facebook || InstagramGet Gig Ready is presented by City of Ryde, Lane Cove Council, the Live Music Office, MusicNSW, 2SER and Macquarie University.Are you a local musician or creative in the Ryde or Lane Cove areas? Sign up to your local Council's Artist Register so we can find out more about you and your work! City of Ryde || Lane Cove Council

We're joined by Stephen Goodhew, Assistant Music Director at Double J, and Tanya Ali, Partnerships Manager at FBi Radio. For decades, radio play has been a marker of success for musicians, but how do you make that happen? Tanya and Stephen talk through their top tips for working with radio stations, as well as how to improve the way you promote your music to any type of media. From getting the tone of your press releases right to familiarising yourself with what shows you should be on and why, mastering the media landscape will help you connect to new and bigger audiences and set you up to keep doing more of what you love. If you're looking to get your music heard, this episode is for you.Our Feature Artist this week is Safford with their track Alright.Safford: http://www.saffordtheband.bandcamp.com

We're joined by co-founder of Astral People, Vichara Edirisinghe. Making the leap into music straight out of a degree in health science might sound crazy, but Vic is an example of how transferable skills, passion and commitment can get you far. In his own career Vic jumped into music with both feet. We talk about the value of professional managers, signing to a label vs flexible artist agreements, international touring and growing your creative career sustainably. If you're intimidated by industry jargon and overwhelmed by the fast moving world of commercial music, this episode will give you the tools to build confidence and your career one leap at a time.Our Feature Artist this week is Last Thursday with their track Always Happy.Astral People: http://astralpeople.com/Last Thursday: https://www.facebook.com/lastthursdayband/

We're joined by Maia Bilyk, manager of Gauci, team member at Sydney-based label 23, and host on FBi Radio. You might picture managers as the sharp-suited, uninterested individual hiding away at the back of a gig, but Maia is here to shatter that misconception. We talk about how to find a good manager, communicating effectively with your team, and bridging the gap between independence and management. If you've got your music in the bag, but are unsure what a manager does (let alone if you need one), this episode is for you.Our Feature Artist this week is Koda with their track The Cinderella Complex.23: https://www.twntythree.com/about/Koda: https://www.facebook.com/KodaBandAUS/

We're joined by Jaimee Taylor-Nielsen, one of the masterminds behind music bookers Coven. Jamie also produces Bad Vibrations festival and is the host of The Bridge on FBi Radio. This series is Get Gig Ready, and this is the episode we talk gigs. What do you need to put on a show? How do you find a venue? How do you make sure you get booked again? We cover all your questions about live music and how to make the most of your skills and networks to ensure you're ready for the way gigs are evolving. If you've got the tunes but aren't quite sure how to get across the line to performing live, this is the episode for you.Our Feature Artist this week is Fallen Robins, with their track Going to Canberra.Jaimee: https://www.instagram.com/_goldiefawn/Fallen Robins: https://www.facebook.com/thefallenrobins/

We're joined by experimental pop artist PRINCI, whose unique journey through the industry redefines what a career as a musician could look like. From how to engage an overseas audience to working out what you want from your creative career, PRINCI shares insights as a label and independent musician. If you've ever worried that a part time career in music means you're not a “proper” artist or if you are unsure of how to make full time music work financially, this episode is for you. PRINCI's professional approach will blow misconceptions out of the water, revealing that getting the most out of a music career doesn't necessarily mean throwing everything else away.Our Feature Artist this week is Alex Roussos with his track Next To You.PRINCI: https://www.shesthatprinci.com/shesthatprinci-listenAlex Roussos: https://www.facebook.com/AlexRoussosMusic/

We're joined by music teacher and indie artist Okin Osan for a chat about her creative career. Making garage pop-punk from music written by her past teenage-self, Okin Osan talks about the process of growing music into a sustainable part of her livelihood. We'll be talking about live shows, making merch, and how to keep your passion as you take music more seriously. If you've ever felt intimidated by the idea of presenting your music more professionally or are worried you'll lose the love if you start to see it as a job, this episode is for you.Our Feature Artist this week is Household Furniture, with their track Sunnyside Avenue.Okin Osan: https://okinosan.bandcamp.com/Household Furniture: https://soundcloud.com/householdfurniture/

We're joined by Dobby, a rapper and drummer of proud Filipino and Aboriginal descent. Dobby's musical skills are not limited to the stage. He regularly engages in public speaking and workshop events to help communities all around the country embrace the power of music and better understand the gears turning behind it. If you've ever wondered what your music can do for people, or how it can be used to communicate and advocate on important social issues, this episode is for you. From working regionally to representing and collaborating with marginalised communities, this episode talks about how the power of music runs deeper than just a beat.Our Feature Artist this week is Rotaris, with his track Through The Window featuring Zeadala.Dobby: https://onepagelink.com/dobby/Rotaris: http://www.rotarismusic.com/