New Wave: The Ecosystem's Thriving!
New Wave: The Ecosystem's Thriving!
Taking pride in your area is something that’s organically woven into the music, fashion and art scenes emerging in Western Sydney. Owning who you are and where you come from is one of the most powerful things you can bring to your art – this event is built to show you why & how.
Come along to Liverpool Powerhouse and tap into what it means to live through your art, exploring the work and experiences of four local scene makers: DJs Carolina Gasolina and Kilimi, musician Kalanjay Dhir (xiao xiao) and Art Director Trav59 (yuth).
The night will close with light catering and a moment to share your personal story and connect with fellow artists and music lovers in your community.
Who is this event for
You will get the most out of this discussion if you are a Western Sydney artist (all ages & career levels) wanting to learn how to integrate your journey into your art authentically.
New Wave is a MusicNSW program built to give artists across NSW the practical tools and real-world insights they need to grow. An evolution of our much-loved Sound Advice program, New Wave features in-person and digital workshops, events and development programs all over the state, built for artists finding their footing and the people working behind the scenes to make things happen across local music scenes in NSW.
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.
With Artists. For Culture. From the Ground Up.
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.
MusicNSW is supported by Sound NSW.
Lineup
Carolina Gasolina
Carolina De La Piedra aka Carolina Gasolina is a DJ & curator who champions sounds of the Latin diaspora. Born in the jungles of Peru and raised in Lalor Park/Blacktown, Carolina has worked on several creative projects with Western Sydney at the forefront of her work. She’s become a mainstay in the Sydney local scene and a voice for women of colour, with her DJ sets being a celebration of culture, community and the spaces that raised her.
Kalanjay Dhir
Kalanjay Dhir is an artist, musician and producer based on unceded Dharug land. As a musician he has played in many bands, MCing in Slim Set and Guild, and now as bassist and manager for post-punk band, xiao xiao. Recently, Kalanjay was the creative director for Parramatta Lanes working across the music, food and art programs, and also co-founded Pari in 2019, an independent artist-run space made by and for Western Sydney.
Kilimi
Hailing from Sydney’s South West, Kilimi is a Tongan DJ, broadcaster, curator, and community advocate whose vibrant approach to music and culture has established her as one of the city's most exciting emerging voices. Known for her infectious energy behind the decks, Kilimi seamlessly creates dancefloors that celebrate movement, connection, and global sonic traditions. She used to host ‘Sunset with 2K' on fbi radio, spotlighting the rich creative landscape of Western Sydney, championing local artists and cultural movements while maintaining a strong focus on elevating Pasifika voices.
Trav59
Trav59 is a multidisciplinary creative whose work exists at the intersection of culture, design, and community. As the founder and creative director of yuth, he approaches design as a form of cultural storytelling, using image-making, experiences, and creative systems to build narratives that extend beyond a single moment or medium. Working across sport, fashion, music, and community, his practice is driven by a fascination with world-building and the ways people connect through shared ideas and experiences.
Additional info
- Venue accessibility
For access enquiries, please contact Fernando Benavides at fernando@musicnsw.com.
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- About MusicNSW
We're 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.
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