Despite its reputation for being bereft of late-night culture, Sydney has a vast underground network of musicians ready to take the stage - if only they can find one.
A wave of optimism has gripped the industry since lockout laws were scaled back and the pandemic ended, leaving a city ready to grow into itself and nurture up-and-coming talent.
But a lack of mentoring and guidance as well as infrastructure, like mid-tier and more diverse venues including in suburban areas, means a lot of talent is falling through the cracks.
