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October 19, 2021
Adelaide COVID-19

South Australia’s live music ecosystem is being suffocated

Sound technician Zach Stern is earning 10 per cent of his usual income, and musician Ben Whittington recently sold eight guitars to keep a roof over his head. Both music industry workers say they're questioning their careers and doubt the government is listening.

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October 12, 2021
Adelaide COVID-19

Adelaide’s music industry is losing its most dedicated workers

Two prominent festival and event organisers from music scene behemoth Five Four Entertainment are exiting the field, blasting SA Health and the South Australian government on their “insensitive” treatment of musicians and professionals on their way out.

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September 27, 2021
Adelaide COVID-19

Enigma Bar is at risk of closure

Eric Ott has owned West End cult dive bar and metal music venue Enigma Bar for more than two decades, but says if he can’t raise at least $50,000 from the public, the long-held haven for alternative music will shutter.

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