All Access Beats
Thursday 23rd October, 7-11pm Manning House - Lower Floor, Level 1
LINK FOR TICKETS:
https://events.humanitix.com/all-access-beats
All Access Beats is an accessible electronic music event celebrating incredible artists who identify as disabled, neurodivergent, or have lived experience of mental distress, as well as those who are carers. We're creating a vibrant space where USyd students, staff, and allies can come together to enjoy amazing music and show what inclusive events look like when done right!
This collaboration between the USU, SUPRA, and SRC brings together brilliant electronic artists while demonstrating how events should be done - accessibly and inclusively.
Your Space to Be Yourself: Dance how you want, stim how you need, and express yourself however feels right. All Access Beats operates as a safer space following our safer spaces policy, so everyone can feel secure while enjoying the music.
What We've Got:
> Quiet room run by (K)INDS - perfect when you need a break
> Live stream on twitch and youtube courtesy of surg.fm for those who can't attend
> Plenty of space to move (we're ticketed to avoid overcrowding)
> Hidden Sunflower friendly environment
> Volunteers available to help with navigation
> Alternative ways to order drinks - notepads, Auslan, whatever works
> Free earplugs available
> Fully accessible entry and facilities
> Disability accessible bathrooms
Proudly sponsored by: USU, University of Sydney DIAP, SRC Disabilities and Carers Collective (DisCo), as well as SUPRA and the SUPRA Disability and Inclusion Network (SDIN).
Come along for great music, good vibes, and help us show that the best events are the ones where everyone belongs.
The night begins with a Welcome to Country, followed by an incredible lineup:
Featured Artists:
SynclΔir
Since their DJ debut in 2023, SynclΔir has delivered audiences uniquely texture-soaked and bass-fueled DnB, mid-tempo, dubstep, garage, and house music. They are a proud non-binary AuDHDer, and a self-identified sensory seeker. Their heart is where the bass is, and they've been embedded in the Sydney rave scene for many years - when they're not behind the decks, they can usually be found dancing right in front of them! SynclΔir has previously woven their magic at Sydney's Rave Cave, Cavern, Reunion and Shmeere, and have shared stages with international producers Mobiius, and Captain Bass, as well as interstate and local legends Pretence, Aimer, Tassone, Ubermoon, Alicia Mayhem, Esial, Annie B, Crimewave, Al Phranky, and more. They'll be bringing a mix of energetic, punchy, and uplifting tunes that are sure to make your brain tingle!
Katherine Vavahea
Katherine Vavahea is a multi-faceted artist of Indigenous Pasifika roots raised on unceded Gweagal Lands of the Dharawal nation. Able to sing in multiple languages, she evokes change through artistic medicine that stirs the soul and releases emotions. She released her debut EP "Mama's Soul Kitchen" in 2016, with collaborative releases including a co-feature on Waiting for Tomorrow with Amber Dubs (2020), plus new projects due in 2025. Katherine has toured nationally and sung backline vocals for multiple domestic and international music tours. Working with community and vulnerable peoples, she uses her lived experiences to show how powerful arts are for self-care, healing and lasting change. She has been keynote speaker as a survivor of Domestic Violence and Complex Trauma at International Women's Days, political protests, and various Indigenous Cultural events. Katherine has worked as a teaching artist for organizations including The Songroom, delivering programs in theatre, singing, dance and musical instrumentation for young people with diverse needs and lived experiences of disabilities. Her passion is to be an example for BIPOC people and creatives, demonstrating the profound impact of creativity on healing and social transformation.
Selectaaa
The Illusive Selectaaa (@selectaaa) is back at it again! Nobody knows where he comes from, Some say that he appears from any internet connected device Sadako style, whilst others think he escaped containment from a top secret music facility under the Sydney Opera House. Characterised by his infectious bass lines and iconic sample work, you can usually catch him appearing alongside some of Sydney's best and brightest (including Mall Grab, Derrick Gee, Cotto, Reenie) or on the airwaves with 2Ser 107.3Fm or SURG Fm with is ever popular show, C-Sides
Amber Dubs
Amber Dubs is a multi-disciplinary artist and producer raised on Wangal country, Eora nation; she acknowledges with love all Elders and First Nations people, sovereignty of these lands was never ceded. Amber completed her B. Arts (Acting for Screen & Stage), a Dip. of Electronic Sound Production and Adv. Dip. Music (Creation and Composition). Her work spans DJing, poetry, acting, and music production, with highlights including an international residency in Greece (2017) and starring in "Hänsel meets Gretel" which premiered at Berlin International Film Festival (2019). In 2022 she was selected for the National Songwriting Project for Schools, a program for artists with lived experience of disabilities or d/Deafness. Amber has co-taught rap, songwriting, and DJing skills at youth workshops with Today's Future Sound. Advocacy work and supporting community are central to her practice, particularly creating accessible support for LGBTQIA+, diverse needs and CALD students. Her repertoire extends from actor, singer-songwriter and producer to lived-experience disability educator, multi-format DJ, filmmaker, radio host and hybrid performer.
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