Every single week we send photographers from around the country off to be our eyes on ground at concerts across Australia, from gigs hosted at the sweaty corners of local bars to the grand stages of the biggest music festivals.
Each time, they are able to demonstrate their skill in capturing the energy and spirit of the musician framed within their lens, securing those fleeting moments in images that radiate with that same rare power, sometimes under some very tough conditions. Here are 14 of the top images from our galleries for April 2014.
Vance Joy Charms Adelaide
The Melbourne singer-songwriter woos a packed crowd through another of his popular folk-rock ditties.
Vance Joy, 24th April @ The Gov, Adelaide by Sandy Hancock.
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More Like Moshin’ The Moo
Parkway Drive lung-belter Winston McCall kicks Groovin The Moo off with a bang at the opening date at Oakbank Racecourse, for the festival’s South Australian debut.
Groovin The Moo 2014, 25th April 2014 @ Oakbank Racecourse by Sofie Marsden
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When A Fire Starts To Burn, With Disclosure
The buzzing dance music of the British Lawrence brothers is matched with their arena-sized light show. UFO not included.
Disclosure, 24th April 2014 @ Hordern Pavilion by Liam Cameron
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Up Close & Personal With Ella Hooper
The current Spicks & Specks team captain and former Killing Heidi frontwoman gets back to the place she was born for: the live stage.
Ella Hooper, 4th April 2014 @ Northcote Social Club by Carl Dziunka
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You Don’t Know The Power Of Darkside
Just like the music that American-Chilean producer Nicholas Jaar and Brooklyn guitarist Dave Harrington craft, Darkside’s light show is all about the atmosphere.
Darkside, 2nd April 2014 @ The Hi-Fi Sydney by Liam Cameron
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Howling At Supersonic Casualties, The Delta Riggs
Frontman Elliott Hammond getting right into the Mighty Boosh meets Rolling Stones grooves of his musical conspirators at a glittery upstairs Melbourne bandroom for their ‘Supersonic Casualties’ single tour.
The Delta Riggs, 25th April 2014 @ The John Curtin Hotel by Yana Amur
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Bluesfest Celebrates 25 Years
Bluesfest director Peter Noble looks pleased as punch over the festival’s quarter century achievement at a special ceremony held at last month’s Silver Jubilee edition of the Easter event.
Bluesfest Day 3, 19th April 2014 @ Tyagarah Tea Farm, Byron Bay by Carl Dziunka
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Bliss N Eso Bring Out The Big Guns
The famed Aussie hip hop trio bring their Circus In The Sky outdoor arena tour to Sydney, bringing Seth Sentry, Horrorshow, and a festival-sized stage along for the ride.
Bliss N Eso, 17th April 2014 @ The Domain by Maria De Vera
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Michael Franti Gets Amongst It
On tour with his trusty band, Spearhead, Franti dives into the crowd at his Sydney Bluesfest sideshow to greet his fans face to face, note for note.
Michael Franti & Spearhead, 15th March 2014 @ The Metro by Alicia Stephenson
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Welcoming Back The Fratellis
Back on Antipodean shores for the first time in an age, the Scottish scallywags give a dose of new album We Need Medicine.
The Fratellis, 6th April 2014 @ New South Wales, The Metro by Pete Dovgan
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The Great Kris Kristofferson
The American countryman, songsmith, and actor captured in solo mode in Melbourne looks every wizened inch of his 77 years of age.
Kris Kristofferson, 8th April 2014 @ Palais Theatre by Carl Dziunka
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April Foolin’ About With John Butler
Shot on April 1st, Butler’s diligent hands are just as expressive when he’s talking as when he’s playing it seems.
John Butler Trio, 1st April 2014 @ Palais Theatre by Carl Dziunka
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Art Vs Science Take Flight
The bravest of the Aussie electro trio – on the road in support of their new single ‘Create/Destroy’ – leaps into the audience, with naught but a tambourine.
Art vs Science, 10th April 2014 @ Corner Hotel by Julia Lay
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The Queen Of Soul Reigns At Bluesfest
Master of Soul Ceremonies, Erykah Badu takes a moment as the audience takes in her magnificent sense of style – circus top hat and all.
Bluesfest Day 4, 19th April 2014 @ Tyagarah Tea Farm, Byron Bay by Carl Dziunka
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