What if the cure isn’t a pill, but a feeling? Experts say experiencing “awe” might be the new antidote to an old crisis.
Is awe the answer?
Aussie music advocacy
Local, home-grown musicians are struggling to find audiences, while the industry is adjusting to the rise of streaming and social media.
Dementia support through song
The Young Ones, a volunteer-run singing group, is providing joy and support to people affected by younger onset dementia.
Shelter from the storm
Studies show an increasing number of Australians struggling with mental health are turning to music for help.
Closer to you
Teenage girls are planning to sleep outside RAC Arena next month, raising safety concerns and discussions about extreme fandom.
Pill testing debate rocks on
Pill testing at festivals has been a divisive topic over recent years, so what’s the hold-up?
Sending out a signal
Radiothon is a chance to give back to Perth community station RTRFM.
You can’t stop the music
‘Big days out’ are turning into quiet days at home, as large-scale music festivals continue to be cancelled.
Parasocial pals?
Are the people we follow online really our friends, do we know them, or do we all just ‘need to calm down’?
Rhythms from the West
Perth’s underground dance music scene is one of the most diverse in the country, according to music experts.
Choosing to be lucky
From the classroom to the club, 33grey is making noise in the quiet city of Perth.
Fraudsters exploit Coldplay fans
Music fans are being warned to be extremely careful when purchasing tickets for major events, as reports of scams increase.
Indigenous tourism summit showcases culture
Indigenous tourism leaders from around the globe have converged in Perth to exhibit their work and create unique connections.
Arts sector pleas for help
WA’s arts and culture sector is in crisis, and the state government is being urged to do more.
The too social networks
Artists and fans are more connected online than ever before, but this might actually be impacting music.
Spotify unwrapped
It’s become a seasonal fixture on social media, but is Spotify’s ‘Wrapped’ actually changing people’s listening behaviour for the worse?
Love to love you disco
What does a modern resurgence of disco tell us about how far society has come since the ’70s?