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APRA AMCOS have announced the 16 artists selected for this year’s edition of its 23% mentorship initiative, pairing female, non-binary and gender-diverse musicians with industry professionals to help guide and boost their careers.

2024 marks the sixth year of 23% – formerly known as the Women in Music Mentorship – with 84 artists being supported through the program since its launch in 2018. The name change came into effect with this year’s edition, reflecting the inclusion of other non-male genders; according to a press release, it’s based on the percentage of APRA AMCOS members who identify as something other than male, “address[ing] the disparity by assisting music creators at a crucial career point.”

This year’s mentees, and their respective mentors, are as follows:

Allegra Neve with Rachel Kelly

Aurora Liddle-Christie (SOLCHLD) with Jannah Beth

Issy Grist (GRID) with KLP

Kelly Breuer (KELLY BROUHAHA) with Kristy Gostelow

Lily Richardson (Clews) with Claire Collins

Lauren Jemma Valatiadis (Lauren Vale) with Danielle Blakey

Maia Toakley with Jade Nazareth

Natalie Luong (Nat Vazer) with Harry White

Natasha Newling (RAYHAB) with Milly Petriella

Ruby Archer with Mark Lizotte

Sofia Dimakakou (SOPHIYA) with Alex Hosking

Sheanna Parker Russon with Yve Blake

Sophie McComish (Body Type) with Nat Dunn

Tim Blunt (FVNERAL) with Julian McGruther

Victoria Pham with Rich Pike

Yoshi with Austin Benjamin

In a formal statement, APRA AMCOS’ Head of Membership, Karen Don, explained of the ethos that drives the initiative: “Embarking on a music career is brave – but it comes with a unique set of challenges and can at times feel isolating. The 23% Mentorship aims to give women, non-binary and gender-diverse music creators individualised support to help them reach their goals.”

Several artists also shared their enthusiasm for the mentorship; Aurora Liddle-Christie (aka SOLCHLD), for example, said it’s important to her “because it brings support, confidence and strategy to my upcoming projects and releases that I otherwise wouldn’t have”. She’ll be mentored by Jannah Beth of the Offbeat Collective.

Sydney (Eora) singer-songwriter Maia Toakley – who is currently working on her second EP, and will be mentored by artist manager Jade Nazareth (of OneLouder) – added to the sentiment, explaining why mentoring is important to her: “I mean we saw the completely male-dominated lineup of winners at the 2024 APRA Music Awards, which confirmed that clearly females and non-binary folks are not receiving the same opportunities as men in this industry!

“It’s also super powerful for women to be working together, which is something particularly unique about this mentorship.”

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Ross Wilson has announced the ultimate celebration of his sprawling musical catalogue – an extra special, one-night-only theatre show to commemorate his 50th anniversary as a working musician.

Ross Wilson Goes Track-By-Track On New EP ‘She’s Stuck On Facebook All The Time’

Launching his career with The Pink Finks in 1964 (when he was just 16 years old), Wilson would go on to perform in some of the most influential bands in Australian rock history – most notably Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock – and was influential in building the careers of many others; he’s the one that introduced Skyhooks to Michael Gudinski, for example, and as a producer helped them deliver three smash-hit albums.

Wilson’s celebratory concert – which he’ll perform with his current band The Peaceniks – is scheduled to go down at the State Theatre in Sydney (Eora) on Saturday September 28.

Tickets will go on sale at 10am next Monday (July 1), following a presale that kicks off at the same time this coming Thursday (June 27) – head here to sign up for the presale, or bookmark this link for the general sale

In a press release, Wilson said of his excitement for this one-off extravaganza: “Now Listen! We’re Steppin’ Out at one of my favourite places, the beautiful State Theatre right in the heart of Sydney, a city that has always been very welcoming to me and my music. I played the State with both Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock, and it’s gonna be great to tread the boards and raise the roof one more time with my killer band The Peaceniks.”

Meanwhile, last year saw Wilson release his first new music in 13 years, dropping the four-track EP She’s Stuck On Facebook All The Time. He followed it up with an expansive national tour that kicked off last September and only wrapped up back in March of this year.

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Global Underground proudly presents GU46 ANNA – Lisbon this week, where ANNA is the latest DJ to curate the prestigious compilation. Her dynamic soundscapes encompass multiple styles and genres making her perfect to encapsulate the effortless and vibrant nightlife of Lisbon. The city is chic and one of the coolest European destinations, so a top-notch soundtrack is expected.

The mix comprises two CDs and contains all things ambient, house, techno, and everything in between. You’ll find music and remixes from BICEP, Daniel Avery, Mind Against, Bonobo & Jacques Greene. Additionally, get excited for Agents Of Time, George FitzGerald, Stephan Bodzin & Marc Romboy. Plus, don’t miss Rival Consoles, Yotto, Franky Wah, TSHA, Victor Ruiz, Wehbba, and herself. Check out the tracklist here.

“I grew up near São Paulo, but I see myself as a citizen of the world. Most people know me as a techno artist, but since 2017 I’ve been releasing ambient music, and slowly working towards combining those two sides of myself. Lately, spirituality has had a big impact on the music I make and the way I present it. I’m learning to trust my intuition and prioritise spiritual growth, and that’s how I navigated this project.

ANNA to Mixmag

ANNA states that CD2 explores the harder side of her sound, and CD1 represents the soft, mellow, ambient side. Both of these CDs are true representations of her. GU46 ANNA – Lisbon is available now digitally or on a deluxe CD, 3 x 12″ vinyl, or collector’s edition. For purchase details, check out the link here. It is no surprise that ANNA gets to be this edition’s star. GU founder, Andy Horsfield, tells Mixmag that they’ve been huge fans of ANNA’s music and dynamic DJ sets for many years. GU46 Lisbon is the perfect setting for the next edition of the city series.

I’m so grateful for the opportunity to build a project that fully displays the spectrum of my sound, with the energy rooted in Lisbon. It’s a city where I feel totally at home and at peace. [Not] just because it reminds me of Brazil, but because it has this unique energy that activates my spirit. Nowhere makes me feel as creative, inspired and fulfilled as Lisbon.”

As she embraces her spirituality, she brings us Global Underground’s latest compilation. Listen below now.

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Source: Mixmag

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hypernaut, hailing from the vibrant city of Orlando, has always had a deep-rooted passion for electronic music. Growing up amidst the rhythms of the local scene, he found his voice and style, blending various electronic genres into a unique sound. His journey intertwined with AVELLO, another talent in the electronic realm, creating a dynamic duo that seamlessly merges their distinct musical perspectives.

In his burgeoning career, hypernaut has achieved notable milestones. He clinched the 2023 EDC Orlando Discovery Project, performing on the Circuit Grounds stage alongside renowned artists like Nia Archives and Alesso. He’s also served as the direct support for JSTJR, Robin Schulz, Joyryde, Cheat Codes, MUST D!E, and Dash Berlin, carving out a strong presence in the electronic music scene.

Their latest work, the VIP remix of “Take Me There,” is showcasing of they can do together. Originally a collaboration between hypernaut and AVELLO, the track started as a series of demos and has now come full circle. The UKG twist infuses a reflective and melodic vibe, making it a standout rendition that highlights the best elements of the original while adding a fresh perspective.

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Producer/DJ IND:RA releases his latest remix: a Melodic House & Techno rework of Motorcycle’s hit track ‘As The Rush Comes.’ As he brings another remix to his catalogue of releases, IND:RA shows his creative motivation to remain high, keeping his creativity driving forward as he breathes new life into the Motorcycle track. With the remix

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Hot on the heels of an epic few months, which saw the release of his first vocal track “On Again” with legendary producer Mike Dean and VIRAL B2B performance with Diplo on Coachella’s new Quasar stage. Now we see the serial hit-maker will bring his BADDEST BEHAVIOUR concept to LA’s iconic Shrine Expo Hall on September 20, 2024.

Launched earlier this year, BADDEST BEHAVIOUR is the sensation’s new pop-up event series that transforms special venues around the world into immersive celebrations of community, high-energy music and mischief-infused fun, Mau P’s way. Each BADDEST BEHAVIOUR show blends together the essence of Amsterdam’s underground scene and the spirit of Mau P’s distinctive, electrifying performances / sound to captivate audiences ALL-NIGHT-LONG.

‘BADDEST BEHAVIOUR – SHRINE EXPO HALL’ will arrive just a few days after his SOLD-OUT 7,500+ person ‘BADDEST BEHAVIOUR – UNDER THE K BRIDGE’ show this September in NYC (09/13) and promises to be nothing short of massive.

Pre-sale sign up is now live (link HERE) and pre-sale will begin on Thursday, June 27 @10:00 AM PST (Code: ONAGAIN). On-sale tickets will be available for purchase starting Friday, June 28 @ 10:00 AM PST

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