It’s fair to say that the Austrian jazz scene has experienced a real upswing in recent years. At least, one can come to this conclusion when observing the increased international interest in jazz from Austria; and is true across all genres. Following … read more »
WIEN MODERN, Austria’s largest festival for new music, now in its 34th edition, could be given sub-headers this year like: a major opera premiere at the Odeon, music theatre and dance, performances, multimedia and images, immersive projects, walk-in installations and exhibitions, major … read more »
Check out some of the finest and latest albums popping their musical buds out of the ever-fertile AUSTRIAN JAZZ field. Whether the bands are new to you, or already on your list of all-time faves, these new releases have earned their right … read more »
When speaking about MIA ZABELKA, we are speaking about one of the most diverse musicians in this country. Categories are completely distinct to this Viennese musician. In her work, the multidisciplinary violinist and composer rather strives to combine various artistic approaches with … read more »
On her recently released new album “MYASMO” (Setola di Maiale), the Styrian e-violinist, sound artist and composer MIA ZABELKA portrays four European cities – London, Le Havre, Vienna and Tønsberg – in her very own musical way. Recorded live in front of … read more »
Shilla Strelka has summarized the latest releases of the Austrian pop, rock and electronic scene. Among them are eight debut albums and one tape release. PAULS JETS – “Alle Songs Bisher“ (Lotterlabel) Pauls Jets “Alle Songs bisher”, Cover Pauls Jets is the … read more »
A sound that, due to its unconventional character, is truly out of the ordinary: with her new album “Cellular Resonance” MIA ZABELKA has once again proven it is possible to consistently rise above the musical norm. It isn’t really easy to pin … read more »
The 18th edition of Art & Music Festival SAJETA will take place at Sotočje, the confluence of two beautiful alpine rivers in Tolmin, Slovenia from 3rd till 9th July 2017. Austria will be represented at this years festival by three well known acts: the violinist Mia Zabelka, … read more »
International Women’s Day is a good reason to emphasise the contributions female musicians have made to the Austrian music scene. Here is a small overview that should illustrate something that a lot of people know, but many don’t want to admit. That … read more »
AUSTRIAN MUSIC EXPORT (AME) supports outstanding Austrian musicians for the second time with the promotion of excellence “Focus Acts”. SEX JAMS, ROBB, MIA ZABELKA, LEYYA, MANU DELAGO and WHITE MILES will each receive EUR 5,000 for the realization of this year’s Export … read more »