April Atonement Events Rundown!
There has been so much happening in the world of 4ZZZ throughout April Atonement! In case you got a bit lost in the chaos, here’s a rundown of everything that’s been happening.
Kicked off the April Atonement festivities with the Kellie Lloyd Walking Tour on April 11th. We took a trip down memory lane and rediscovered 4ZZZ and Fortitude Valley’s wild, loud and rebellious history. Hosted by none other than Screamfeeder’s Kellie Lloyd and 4ZZZ's resident historian Andrew Bartlett, they brought the stories of the city to life.
Our beloved folk program, From The Roots, gifted us our first ever acoustic Carpark Storyteller Sessions gig on April 12th. With a beautifully curated lineup featuring Sammy Snide, The Inadequates, The Kuninis, Faith Kyrooz & Grace Sparks Duo. It was the perfect addition to a sunny day.
Then! Our community radio expert, Heather Anderson, had a People Powered Radio book discussion night at Riverbend Books on April 14th with Leanne de Soulza. People Powered Radio captures the oral and archival histories of one of Australia’s oldest and most unique community radio stations.
We celebrated Youth Week at Season Three on April 18th with a stacked local lineup featuring Sienna Tenn, Hicktown Barnaby, Maira and Daylight Vandal. All ages events are so important for young people to connect, get involved with local music and feel like they are apart of something bigger. It a great way to round off Youth Week this year.
Selling out within a few days, Andrew Bartlett’s Bus Tour has been a highlight! Together, we rolled through the streets and stopped at places where 4ZZZ and Meanjin music history was made: the buildings, venues and sites that gave birth to the sounds, movements and moments.
Last but not least, was the twentieth day of the fourth month (wink wink). Our April Atonement 420 Prize day special. We had five prizes on offer for anyone who subscribed during the day with the final huge giveaway on The Hangover. Femme Fatale (1-3PM on Mondays) completely filled the studio with local musicians and brought the ‘high spirits’ to the 420 day.
We’re nearing the end of April so make sure you get in quick, subscribe and claim your warm inner glow.
Merch You May Have Missed!
Shedding some light to our tried and true merch that you may have missed.
A new deal is on offer! Get a bundle of merch with the iconic Zed50 tee and a mystery pair of socks for just $40.
If you missed out on the Community Sounds Different Tee and Tote from Radiothon last year, we’ve still got some that you can snatch up too!
And! Last but not least, the whimsical Moushache T-Shirt. If you haven’t added to your Zed T-Shirt collection in a while, this is one of our favourites from last year’s 50th celebration.
This is the perfect time to subscribe during April Atonement and claim your sub discount on some merch.
LIMITED EDITION 50TH BIRTHDAY TEE AVAILABLE NOW
In traditional terms, the 50th anniversary is celebrated with GOLD. While we're not particularly interested in being traditional, this is one we can get behind. Since 1975 we've been broadcasting radical radio to South East Queensland, and to mark 50 years we're releasing a limited edition GOLD 4ZZZ50 tee!
This AS Colour black tee features a purple and metallic gold print designed by our friends at Inkahoots. It's a celebration of lo-fi digital, DIY bitmap, pop-punk tech, the clash and colour of subcultures blending to form a whole that is more than the sum of its parts.
These shirts are strictly limited- don't miss out!
50 Years Of Zed!
2025 marks the 50th year of broadcasting for 4ZZZ! From our first broadcast on December 8th 1975, we've been connecting and amplifying the voices of our local community. Keep an eye out for our 50th birthday celebrations that will be taking place in later in the year- a smorgasbord of live music, visual art, panel talks and on-air celebrations awaits!
We're also collecting stories from zedders throughout the years- if you were ever a volunteer, announcer, or staff member we want to hear from you.
As we reflect on the last 50 years we're also looking forward to the next 50! If you love what we do, there's never been a better time to show your support by subscribing, donating, and listening to Brisbane's realest radio.
