Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia. Its musical heritage includes the well-known Adelaide Festival of Arts, Barossa Music Festival and the world music festival WOMADelaide, which is held annually in Botanic Park. Major music venues include the Adelaide Entertainment Centre and the Thebarton Theatre. The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1937, with William Cade as conductor. Other music institutions in Adelaide include the Elder Conservatorium at the University of Adelaide.
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Adelaide has also produced a number of popular bands and musicians, such as Sia Furler, Atlas Genius, Testeagles, Eric Bogle, The Mark of Cain and the Superjesus. American Ben Folds has also lived in the city, inspiring his song titled 'Adelaide' from the album Super D. Adelaide's popular contributions also include Australian hip hop crew Hilltop Hoods, pub-rock act Cold Chisel and Australian Idol winner Guy Sebastian.
Adelaide was awarded an UNESCO City of Music title from the United Nations in late 2015.
Local venues
In the city of Adelaide there are many live venues for 'up and coming' bands to practice their craft. These include local pubs and some specific music venues. (Local names in parentheses for reference)
Adelaide bands
The following is a list of some of the most widely notable Adelaide artists.