COVID-19 has killed our social lives and decimated the local music scene. However, while we can’t rub shoulders with other music fans in our favourite venues, the global pandemic hasn’t killed off music. It’s just forced our creative minds to get even more creative. I’ve relished the opportunity to see some of my favourite artists playing shows in their loungerooms and kitchens on the regular. Up in the Airlock is the latest local music initiative designed to bring sweet tunes into our homes and support the artists who need our help.
Up in the Airlock is a live performance series recorded and filmed at Ian Haug’s Airlock Studios in Brisbane. Each session lasts 15-45 minutes, allowing bands to showcase their original songs and really connect with audiences at home. You’ll find them all on Up in the Airlock’s YouTube channel, including the recently released first set, featuring Elko Fields.
Originally we weren’t set to see Up in the Airlock for a while, but the creators decided to push the launch forward to allow more local artists and crew who can’t currently work to put on shows for audiences at home. A donate button on the Up In the Airlock website lets you donate directly to the bands and crew.
Make sure you bookmark the website and subscribe to the YouTube channel because organisers promise a wide variety of live performances from acts of all genres. Think NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts for Australia. There’s not a lot to love in the time of COVID, but this is one of the silver linings.
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