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Mudgee Guardian journo digs deep to learn about Sunset on the Rocks
"An intimate concert experience inspired by nature is coming to Rylstone" By Benjamin Palmer Updated July 31 2026 - 2:05pm Half an hour after sending out a press release I received a surprisingly enthusiastic email from Mudgee Guardian journalist, Ben Palmer, " I Love this! I'll be in touch shortly!" A day later we had a 35 minute conversation while I was looking out on the last golden light at Rocky Mountain, Kandos, visible from my lounge room. We discussed Sunset on the Ro

Meg Benson
Aug 62 min read


Accommodation and things to do
The community event venue for SUNSET ON THE ROCKS with Owen Campbell and local muso's is located at 1164b Coxs Creek Rd, Rylstone. WHERE TO STAY? 1164 Coxs Creek Rd (next door to venue- walking distance) (3x) Self-contained caravans (electricity supplied, need to supply own water) - $15pp (3x) Campers and non-self-contained caravan spaces (no electricity or water supplied). NB - will be using an outside toilet. No showers available, will need to shower next door at community

Meg Benson
May 82 min read


How a Blue Mountains live music festival + event producer came to live in + love the midwest of NSW... a prelude to SUNSET ON THE ROCKS event May 23
When "The Music Hunter", nickname of Meg Benson, moved from one K-town to another in 2022, it was the afternoon light on the Mid-Western landscapes that captivated her, as well as the proximity to a slow Kayak in the Wollemi National Park. "It really is the best perch for capturing sunset", she said about home. Her early years were spent in Sydney and gradually she's trekked west with a 33 yr stop in the Blue Mountains where she independently organised and promoted hundreds

Meg Benson
Apr 79 min read


A musical retrospective + what a journey it's been.
At 4.30pm today,( Monday I invite you to listen in on the "Earthly Delights" final Radio Blue Mountains show. It's been a 3.5 year...

Meg Benson
Oct 24, 20221 min read


Caribe's tour this weekend.
Come with us for Music Hunter's final project until 2024, supporting Caribé on tour and bringing the vibrant music and dance of Cuba to...

Meg Benson
Sep 12, 20221 min read


TODAY: Emily Rose & The Wild Things
There are just a few tickets left for this amazing show this afternoon in Katoomba. You won't catch synths too often in a Music Hunter...

Meg Benson
Aug 6, 20221 min read


We Mavericks performing this Saturday
They're folk that resemble everything else- With captivating originals, entertaining stories and incredible energy, they pack punches but...

Meg Benson
Jun 29, 20221 min read


Sassy French Belle’s launch “Album Trois”
Want something to do tonight in Blue Mountains? BABY et LULU TONIGHT 10th June info & tix BLUE MOUNTAINS THEATRE

Meg Benson
Jun 11, 20221 min read


Presale Festival tickets available until April 30
I'm delighted to be a part of the Live at the Village Festival event team. Maybe you read about the festival it in the Gazette, here is...

Meg Benson
Apr 26, 20221 min read


7th Album on the way by Glenn Skuthorpe
‘…a style that is earthy, Australian and very much his own,’ Yarn Up Magazine (AUS) Glenn’s strong and weather-beaten voice rings true…this man is a poet.’ Dave Steele (AUS) Sunday 22nd May 4-6pm The Clarendon 68 Lurline S,t Katoomba. (Doors open 3.30pm) Tix $36 / conc $28/ U18 $20 Skuthorpe's music sings up this country with Blues, Cajun, Rock & Roots fusion. He's bringing his 5-piece band incling Lainie Jamieson, Clare O'meara, John Howell and Emile Nelson With his 7t

Meg Benson
Apr 23, 20221 min read


Interviews + music on RBM 89.1FM
Here's a podcast featuring conversations and music with Troy Cassar-Daley, Pat Powell and FlamencoVero with me, Meg Benson as show host....

Meg Benson
Apr 1, 20221 min read


Music videos: Delay 45 + Caribé
Delay 45 A quartet with a buzz about them. Compositions by award winning Trumpeter Tom Avgenicos They've toured internationally and...

Meg Benson
Feb 18, 20221 min read


Afternoon Delights this Sat 22ND Jan
After an exciting 2020 album launch the quartet returns on stage with a thrilling mix of originals and reinterpreted jazz classics.

Meg Benson
Jan 21, 20221 min read


Meg talks with Phillip Johnston on RBM 89.1FM
Hi All, We're excited to be reaching out once again after our long pause. Hoping you are all in good health... and spirits! Here's last...

Meg Benson
Oct 27, 20211 min read


This weekend, we've got you sorted for live music.
Friday night in Wentworth Falls, at 8 Lake Street Wentworth Falls, witness Melbourne chamber jazz trio Album Launch "To Iceland!."...

Meg Benson
Apr 21, 20211 min read


Live music this Friday night and Saturday afternoon.
Caribé perform this Friday 19th Feb for the Wanderlust Concert Series at the Blue Mountains Theatre Hub, Springwood 8pm. Capacity is 315....

Meg Benson
Feb 18, 20211 min read


Charlie McMahon-inventor of the didjeribone
Charlie McMahon's DingoGringo is the didjeridu and electro cross breed of a sound by Charlie McMahon and Peter Strong (loops) and Pasco...

Meg Benson
Jan 30, 20211 min read
Trish Doyle champions MUSIC HUNTER in parliament.
Recently in Parliament Trish spoke to the second reading of the Liquor Amendment (24-hour Economy) Bill 2020. In debating this Bill it...

Meg Benson
Oct 13, 20201 min read


Delightful Afternoons in August at Avalon
Here is the full program for August. By all means wear a mask, yet no one says the ears are an orifice that has to be hidden away. Feed...

Meg Benson
Jul 31, 20201 min read


Afternoon Delights
Music Hunter presents Afternoon Delights- a season of intimate musical performances curated for adventurous audiences. Join us each Sat...

Meg Benson
Jul 8, 20205 min read
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