This open letter signed by nearly 40 pan-European music organisations from across the spectrum was sent today to EU institutions and member states. (Brussels, 2nd April 2020) Music is one of the first sectors hit by the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. It will … read more »
After two highly acclaimed releases with his quintet, jazz guitarist WOLFGANG MUTHSPIEL returns to the trio format on his new album “Angular Blues” (ECM Records). In his new tunes, playing with drummer BRIAN BLADE and bassist SCOTT COLLEY, he’s creating a wonderfully … read more »
There are not many professionals in Austria offering licenses for film, advertising and gaming. JÜRGEN DISTLER (“Ink Music”) is one of them. In an interview with Ruth Ranacher he told us how he practically created his job by himself and what his … read more »
Covid-19 crisis has a massive impact on the current music scene. Musicians, agents, promoters, independent producers, technicians – almost everyone involved in the music industry is strongly affected. All festivals happening in Europe are either cancelled or postponed. To keep an overview … read more »
Showcase festivals and conferences updates Ascap Experience – canceled (https://ascapexperience.com/) Atlantic Music Expo – postponed (http://www.atlanticmusicexpo.com/coronavirus.php) ℅ Pop – going on as planned (https://c-o-pop.de/en/festival/news/item/co-pop-festival-convention-provide-information-on-the-latest-developments-concerning-the-corona-virus-covid-19) Canadian Music Week – postponed, new dates: Sept, 8-13 / Conference – Sept, 9-11 (https://cmw.net) Classical:Next – postponed (https://www.classicalnext.com/net/piranha_arts_1/news/covid_19_letter_to) DIY Musician … read more »
The FM4 Soundpark is a web-platform, community, and radio show for Austrian musicians. Every month, one act is selected to be highlighted both online and on air. The FM4 Soundpark Act Of The Month. New Wellness sets the Millenials’ attitude towards life … read more »
Every year in April, jazzahead! turns Bremen into the most important meeting place for the international jazz scene. The trade fair also features an integrated showcase festival. 40 bands from 18 countries will be on stage. From Austria, Synesthetic 4 will be … read more »
International electronic music network female:pressure releases FACTS Survey 2020 on International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2020. The survey quantifies the gender distribution of artists performing at electronic music festivals. This is the fourth edition of the FACTS Survey, which was first published … read more »
Viktoria Kirner (DIVES) on feminist networks and what they can achieve within the Austrian music scene. “Three Girls Step on the Accelerator”, “Viennese Women’s Rock’n Roll” or “Women’s Power Straight Forward!” – these headlines which often also want to describe my band … read more »
Radar Festival For New Music, March 7 Zurich’s Radar Festival For New Music is happening for the third time on March, 7th. The festival is featuring around 30 up-and-coming acts and takes place in more than 10 locations around Langstrasse. Among the … read more »
