MusicNSW Social Club: First Nations

Join us on the Koori Radio rooftop at the MusicNSW First Nations Social Club to celebrate the end of 2026! To round out the year, the MusicNSW First Nations Social Club will bring together First Nations artists, music workers and community for a special sunset listening party, presented in partnership with Gadigal Information Service and Koori Radio. Taking place on the iconic Koori Radio rooftop, the event will celebrate some of the exciting new music being created by emerging and early-career First Nations artists, providing a relaxed space to share music, stories and connect with community. We’re inviting First Nations artists to submit their original music, with 5-6 emerging/early-career artists being selected to have one of their songs played in full during a special listening session. Artists will have the opportunity to introduce their music, share the stories and inspiration behind their songs, and give audiences a glimpse into their creative process. Outside the formal listening session, additional submitted tracks will feature throughout the event on the evening’s playlist. With music, food, good company and the sun setting over Gadigal Country, this Social Club is all about celebrating First Nations creativity, discovering new sounds and creating meaningful connections within our music community. Whether you’re an artist, music worker or simply love discovering new First Nations music, come along, have a feed, meet some new faces and enjoy an evening of great music. While the focus of this event is to celebrate and bring together First Nations artists, industry folks and community, the event is also open to non-Indigenous allies who would like to join us. Hosted by: Kaleena Smith (First Nations Manager, MusicNSW) Thalia Skopellos (First Nations Project Coordinator, MusicNSW) Please note: Submissions are curated by Kaleena Smith and Thalia Skopellos. Selected artists for the listening party must be present on the night. Limited spots available, so secure yours now. For access information and other enquiries, please contact Kaleena (kaleena@musicnsw.com). About MusicNSW: MusicNSW is the peak body for contemporary music in New South Wales - here for the artists, communities and music businesses that make this state's culture what it is. We exist to build a NSW music ecosystem where artists have sustainable careers, communities are connected and supported, and music culture is properly valued - with the wellbeing of artists at the heart of all we do. MusicNSW works, creates and listens on unceded Aboriginal land across the state. We honour elders past and present and acknowledge all First Nations peoples as the original music makers, storytellers and knowledge holders. Always was, always will be.