The London based Tyrolean composer, percussionist, and hang virtuoso MANU DELAGO is an enthusiastic mountaineer. Whenever he finds time for a few days in addition to his projects with Björk, Anoushka Shankar, the Cinematic Orchestra or Ólafur Arnalds, he climbs the highest … read more »
ARMENIAN SPIRIT draws on the resources of Armenian folklore, which is often described as melancholic. In combination with modern jazz stylings and elements of classical music, works are created that could be described as “avant-garde folk jazz”. In autumn ARMENIAN SPIRIT released … read more »
Although he has been around forever, it’s only just now that DER NINO AUS WIEN has gotten around to releasing a self-titled record (Problembär Records). It’s not surprising though, because it is the tenth album of the Viennese artist. One on which … read more »
The series “mica focus” is dedicated to lectures and discussions on current topics in Austria´s contemporary music scene. In cooperation with Wien Modern, the mica focus “Concert Promotion and Risk-Taking” on November 16, 2018 aims to foster international networking. An international panel … read more »
From September 27-29, 2018 the Waves Vienna Music Conference, organized by Waves Vienna and Austrian Music Export, took place for the eighth time. Hundreds of national and international music experts, organizers, label owners, bookers, and musicians met for discussion and networking at Vienna’s … read more »
Book Presentation „Music Business Research. The Foundations of a New Scientific Discipline“: The very first event of the Waves Vienna Conference 2018 was set in the relaxed atmosphere of Café Weimar. The guests were Sabine Reiter (mica – music austria), Beate Flath … read more »
The XA – Music Export Award was presented for the second time at the Waves Vienna Music Festival & Conference 2018. The Viennese indie rock band DIVES emerged as the winner among nine nominated bands. “The moment you see them on stage … read more »
OLGA NEUWIRTH, pioneer of new music, celebrated her 50th birthday in August 2018. On this occasion, the festival WIEN MODERN (Oct. 8 – Nov. 30 2018) shows one of Neuwirth’s central works in a revised edition. The Outcast: Olga Neuwirth 50.2 will premiere … read more »
Tampere Jazz Happening 2018 will take place from November 1-4, 2018 on the stages of Klubi, Pakkahuone and Telakka. Altogether 25 international ensembles and orchestras will perform at the 37th edition of the festival. On the opening night, the festival puts a … 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. It´s complicated Felix Kramer collects songs about almost-perfect … read more »