From the 7
th to the 30
th of July the southern hemispheres largest festival the
Queensland Music Festival hits the state. 2017 marks the festival’s first year with beloved Brisbane artist
Katie Noonan as Artistic Director.
Noonan took the time out of her hectic tour schedule to chat about the festival with 4ZZZ to discuss music as a community binder that has the capability to empower and encompass all, her comments reflective of the festivals theme of ‘Hear be Heard’.
Projects such as ‘
You’re the Voice’ and ‘
The Power Within’ is sensitively addressed by Noonan, the role of music and artists for creating social change is emphasised.
Interview package produced by 4ZZZ Cultural Reviews Coordinator Elizabeth Ralph.