Leah Flanagan - 'Colour by Number'

Submitted by charlottec on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 13:10
Defiant, hopeful and steep in the dexterities of a songwriter deeply connected to her purpose, Leah Flanagan's music resonates like sweet moments of peace amongst the chaos of a crowded room. Growing up in the tropics of Darwin in Australia’s Northern Territory, Flanagan was raised by a community of cultures bolstering her proud Italian, First Nations (Alyawarre) and Irish heritage. She has never been a stranger to narrative. In many ways, the stories have found her: classically trained and navigating the margins between soul, jazz and lovingly crafted pop stylings, Flanagan’s sound is her own. Space is redefined as an instrument in its own right, used with care to bind an offering that’s equal parts fearless and elegant. Echoes of Norah Jones, Corinne Bailey Rae and Martha Wainwright ring true in Flanagan’s delivery, while the experiences that shape her form the affecting subject of her lyricism. A simple drawing exercise, intended especially for children, consisting of a line drawing that divides the artwork into distinct spaces - the essence of Flanagan’s new body of work, written and sung for young son and family. Colour By Number offers us the gift of intimate insight into the values, experiences and perspectives that have helped to shape Flanagan’s existence - Grounded, hopeful and steeped in the dexterities of a songwriter deeply connected to her purpose, Leah Flanagan’s music resonates like sweet moments of peace amidst the chaos of a crowded room. Produced by Sarah Belkner and recorded by Richard “Richie” Belkner (Sarah Blasko, Tkay Maidza, Ngaiire) at Free Energy Device Studios, trust is the hallmark of this gorgeous collection of works. A rich and skillfully orchestrated instrumentation teeters on the edge of abandon while the care with which Flanagan uses her voice holds the listener throughout.

Europe sees large increase in COVID cases

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 11:33

Millions of people in Europe have entered tough new coronavirus restrictions after a spike in cases last week saw broken case records across the continent. Many French cities are entering a night-time curfew, England has banned mixed-household gatherings and Slovakia announced everyone over the age of 10 would be tested for the virus.

Women's march ahead of US election

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 11:32

Thousands of protesters marched in Washington in the United States on Sunday calling for President Donald Trump’s defeat in the upcoming election. A central focus of the event was Trump’s nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, after the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Organisers said more than 400 events were planned throughout the country.

Victoria restrictions eased

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 11:31

As of today, Victoria has had its COVID-19 restrictions eased, with the 5-kilometer rule extended to 25 kilometers. Recreational places and allied health services will reopen, and hairdressers will open in metropolitan Melbourne for the first time in over two months. Despite this, most retail and hospitality remain shut.

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Department of Home Affairs helping ICAC

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 11:30

The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed it is helping the New South Wales corruption watchdog investigate allegations of the ‘cash-for-visa’ scam involving ex-MP Darryl Maguire. Secretary Mike Pezzullo told a senate committee Mr Maguire may have made representations to the Department of Home Affairs and federal politicians. This comes a week after it was revealed that New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian had a five-year relationship with Maguire.

Palaszczuk promises assisted dying legislation if re-elected

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 11:29

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has said she will introduce legislation to legalise voluntary assisted dying early next year if she is re-elected. She told a crowd on the campaign trail yesterday she believes “individuals and families should be empowered to consider all the options available in consultation with their medical professionals.”

COVID fragments found in QLD sewage

Submitted by Zedlines Contributor on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 11:28

Queensland Chief Health Officer Jeanette Young is urging anyone in the state’s south-east to get tested for COVID-19 if they feel unwell after fragments of the virus were found in sewage in the suburbs of Sandgate, Maroochydore and Wynnum. While it’s possible the fragments could be linked to old cases, Dr. Young said there could also be undetected cases in the community. Queensland recorded no new cases today, with just four active in the state.

Chloe Alison Escott: Stars Under Contract

Submitted by chrisc on Mon, 19/10/2020 - 09:52

<p><span><span>- The poignant, even devastating <em>Stranger Than Death</em>, appeared earlier this year as one of the standout moments in <strong>Chapter Music</strong>’s excellent <em>Midnight Meditations </em>compilation. It appears again on the new album <em>Stars Under Contract</em>, as one of the songs here that most intimately explores Chloe Alison Escott’s trans experience.

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