Gil Scott-Heron’s legacy was honoured at RISING this week, with longtime collaborator Brian Jackson joining Yasiin Bey to perform a stunning tribute at the Forum. The night moved through jazz, spoken word and early hip-hop influences. With Jackson returning to a body of work he helped shape and Bey carrying the material with a steady…
Melbourne’s RISING festival returns this May/June, once again lighting up the city with a sprawling program of music, art and late-night mischief. As always, the music lineup spans generations and scenes, pulling together legends, cult favourites and some of the most interesting artists working right now. With shows spread across Melbourne Town Hall, Hamer Hall,…
