The Age ·general ·3 hours ago

Sydney musicians reveal financial struggles amid canceled gigs and streaming issues

During a parliamentary inquiry on Tuesday, Sydney musicians shared struggles of financial instability, with blues singer Karen Lee Andrews revealing she works at a supermarket amid dwindling gig opportunities. Folk-pop artist Alex the Astronaut lamented a loss of over $60,000 in income from canceled festivals, highlighting the impact of streaming dynamics favoring international artists over local talent.

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