Newcastle Live Music - by Holly Fishlock

2025-02-13

Have you ever listened to a band at a pub, and wondered what it would be like to perform for a live audience? You may be surprised to learn it isn’t as easy as you may think. Dean Selem, bassist and manager of Newcastle band Moodwatch talks about the highs and lows of being a professional musician. Producer and narrator: Holly Fishlock Interviewee: Dean Selem Music courtesy of Moodwatch recorded by Holly Fishlock, 8 May 2024 (audio only) If you enjoy this episode, be sure to c...

Have you ever listened to a band at a pub, and wondered what it would be like to perform for a live audience? You may be surprised to learn it isn’t as easy as you may think.

Dean Selem, bassist and manager of Newcastle band Moodwatch talks about the highs and lows of being a professional musician.

Producer and narrator:

Holly Fishlock

Interviewee:

Dean Selem

Music courtesy of Moodwatch recorded by Holly Fishlock, 8 May 2024 (audio only)

If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out Moodwatch on Instagram and YouTube.

Holly graduated in 2024 with a Bachelor of Communication with Distinction from the University of Newcastle, majoring in News Media and Media Arts Production. She is now completing a cadetship with News Corp Australia, rotating through Courier Mail and Townsville Bulletin newspapers. Contact her via hollyDOTfishlockATnewsDOTcomDOTau

Thumbnail image of Nobby’s Lighthouse, Newcastle by Roanish on Flickr, licence CC by 2.0. https://www.flickr.com/photos/49236322@N06/4605602729

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