Artist / Collective Run Spaces

Black Wire Records

Not-for-profit punx/label/gallery/legends. Current outlet is their new(ish) store/space in Forest Lodge, 19th Nervous Breakdown.

Open Source Collective

Absolutely incredible collective with a creative space out in Glendenning, and a sprawling online ecosystem that rules.

Blogs

Best Before

A Sydney-based pop blog covering everything from locals to globals, with honest-to-goodness live reviews and everything.

David James Young

A fantastic writer and passionate scene supporter. DJY has had many podcasts and projects to his name, and his collected work at this site is well worth a read.

Sound Doctrine

Tommy Faith has long been writing one of the sharpest, wittiest music blogs in a time where there really aren't a lot of them. He's got an ear that can swiftly pull out novel music that deserves a listen - and he's not chasing trends, he's just vibing. We love Tommy.

The Creative Independent

An inspiring, no-bullshit initiative founded by former Pitchfork staffer Brandon Stosuy, featuring thoughtful and in-depth interviews with musicians and other creative folks.

Discord Communities

Aussie Wigglers

This Discord is a thriving bunch of modular synth nerds.

Spirit Level

Spirit Level is an artist-run label and collective of likeminded humans. Their Discord is a really lovely community of creative support.

Industry Resources

Live Performance Australia

The peak body for the live industry in Australia, representing everyone from promoters and artists to venues and educators.

MusicNSW

The not-for-profit NSW state body for contemporary music. Everything from funding and professional development to policy and advocacy.

Support Act

An incredible not-for-profit supporting music industry professionals with mental health services, crisis relief, and wellbeing programs.

Labels and Distros

Aquatic Lab

"Aquatic Lab is Australia’s first underground bass record label, and is recognised globally as one of the earliest international outposts of the UK dubstep sound."

Art As Catharsis

Astral People Recordings

Bird's Robe

Bird's Robe are synonymous with post-rock and progressive rock in Australia, along with a broad spectrum of other experimental genres. Some local artists on their roster include sleepmakeswaves, Solkyri and We Lost The Sea.

Dew Process

Extra Spicy

Future Classic

Half A Cow

The Hummingbirds! Art of Fighting! Kim Salmon! Crow! A venerated Aussie indie label with a lengthy roster.

Ivy League Records