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2012 SYN Awards

Submitted by Tahlia Azaria on Fri, 27/01/2012 - 09:58

The SYN Awards are on again! Join us as we celebrate the MEDIA JUNGLE that is SYN.

WHEN: Monday 20th February, 2012. Doors at 6.30pm.

WHERE: The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne (on the right hand side of the State Library, opposite QV)

TICKETS: Space is limited so book online now.

The Hello Morning - Self-Titled

Submitted by Adam.Christou on Wed, 25/01/2012 - 13:11

Local Feature

Having already gained an impressive following over the past few years, Melbourne's own The Hello Morning are about the drop their debut album.

Of Montreal - Paralytic Stalks

Submitted by Adam.Christou on Wed, 25/01/2012 - 12:48

International Feature

After 10 albums spanning 15 years, American indie stars Of Montreal have released their most “tantalizingly complex” record to date.
A perfectly seamless record, Paralytic Stalks resembles modern classical with its intricate compositions, while at others echoes of neo-prog, pseudo-country, and 60s pop can be hear.

The Honey Pies - Carpe Carp

Submitted by Adam.Christou on Mon, 16/01/2012 - 00:09

Local Feature

Youth Gone Wild Summer of Rock

Submitted by Tahlia Azaria on Thu, 22/12/2011 - 15:13

News

Join Tomarch and Simon for a very special season of Youth Gone Wild. For 10 weeks they'll be putting the spotlight on 10 different styles of hard rock. From Glam to Grunge and everything in between, they will not only play the best clips every week, but also give you an insight into their favourite albums and songs of each genre.

So tune into Channel 31 (Digital 44) every Friday night at 10:30pm for 30 minutes of rock... and silly costumes!

SYN Membership and Administration Coordinator

Submitted by Tahlia Azaria on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 15:33

Jobs

Are you passionate about community media and want to help Australia's next generation of young people make their mark on the industry? Are you creative, driven and up for a challenge?

SYN is looking to fill a brand new full-time Membership and Administration Coordinator position.

Life of SYN

Submitted by Tahlia Azaria on Tue, 06/12/2011 - 09:31

News

The story of SYN (so far!) has been captured in brand new book Life of SYN written by Associate Professor Ellie Rennie.

In her book, Ellie tracks the progress of SYN from a traditional radio broadcaster to a fully-fledged media organisation, showing how young people are at the forefront of digital technology, innovation and creativity.

Canyons – Keep Your Dreams

Submitted by Adam.Christou on Mon, 05/12/2011 - 11:49

Local Feature

The debut record of experimental duo Canyons is a trek through synthy disco beats, psychedelic saxophone breaks and an ocean of ingenious sample work and tribal drumming. Track “See Blind Through” pays homage the 80s Chicago deep house scene, featuring Nite Jewel’s Ramona Gonzalez on guest vocals.

The Black Keys – El Camino

Submitted by Adam.Christou on Mon, 05/12/2011 - 11:47

International Feature

Emerging as in the early 00s as stalwarts of the rock revival scene, the Black Keys have cut themselves a decade long career through creating rollicking, energetic garage rock. Barely a year since releasing their aclaimed grower 'Brothers', El Camino is the Keys 7th record.

Scotdrakula - Crackstrength EP

Submitted by Adam.Christou on Thu, 01/12/2011 - 20:03

Local Feature

Melbourne’s Scotdrakula are leaping from strength to strength, creating infectious garage-pop numbers oozing with energy and youthful vibes. Crackstrength is the debut EP from these scuzzy pop rockers.