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OUT ON THE WEEKEND returns for its eighth glorious instalment in its traditional month of October. Come Saturday October 8, the rhinestones and good times will
Inspired by thick and punchy British amp tones, the Copperhead Drive goes beyond the amp-in-a-box category to offer a truly flexible valve distortion pedal. The all-analog
For the second year in a row, Dan Sultan, Children’s Ground and Fender Music Australia are partnering to raise funds and awareness. The project is kicking
The Australian Independent Labels Association (AIR) is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for its next intake of mentees for its Women in Music
WANGARATTA FESTIVAL OF JAZZ & BLUES – Friday 28 October – Sunday 30 October 2022 The line-up so far: Joe Camilleri & The Black Sorrows, Thando,
Legendary rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers have today announced their return to Australia for 4 massive stadium shows in early 2023. The tour will commence
After extensive research and ample community feedback, Roland has refined its famed SP sampler with the new SP-404MKII v2.0. The SP-404MKII version 2.0 update infuses the
Perhaps best known as the trumpet player in iconic Australian band Hunters and Collectors, Jack Howard is also an established solo artist and band leader in
The SXSW Conference and Festivals is expanding beyond Austin, Texas to bring its famed celebration of the tech, film, and music industries to Sydney, Australia across seven days
Solid State Logic announces its latest plug-in release: SSL X-Gate. The new plug-in is available now in several formats including VST2, VST3, AAX and AU as
The Pa5X is the new flagship of KORG’s internationally renowned Pa Series that will set a new standard in arranger keyboards. The Pa5X features state-of-the-art technology
Hot off the back of sold out shows and rave reviews from The Stones’ Sticky Fingers shows, The Rolling Stones Revue presents Exile on Main St.
Strymon Engineering, the respected manufacturer of premium products for the guitar and Eurorack markets, has announced the release of a new and modern pedal platform
Multi-platinum musician JACK JOHNSON makes his welcome return to Australia this November & December playing all your favourite songs outdoors and under the stars, touring in
Gerrard Allman Presents is pleased to announce the return of UK bred, now US based artist Matt Schofield to Australia for a run of exclusive club
Words: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne It’s been quite a minute since we’ve been invited to a good old fashioned band launch, the way they used
Having toured relentlessly for a decade with no new music in sight, 2022 is shining a spotlight on one of Australia’s most esteemed frontmen, with the
Held annually on 21 June, Make Music Day is part of the international Fête de la Musique, taking place in a thousand cities and places across
From the people who brought you the legendary Weekend Warriors and Young Warriors band programs comes Young Gig Makers. Created as an initiative of the City
The Jackson® name has always been synonymous with state-of-the-art guitar technology and the company continues to lead the way in crafting instruments that exceed the demands
One of the most lauded and daring modern jazz guitarists of our time, Stanley Jordan is excited to be bringing his solo show down to Australia
Two of the most important and recognizable names in rock ‘n’ roll joined forces in 2005 to develop the EVH® brand of guitars, amplifiers and musical
The premier summer music event of The Bellarine is back with their trademark killer mix of Aussie music talent ensuring no matter what age you are
SUZI QUATRO, NOISEWORKS, THE ANGELS, BABY ANIMALS, THE SCREAMING JETS & CHOCOLATE STARFISH for ONE ELECTRIC DAY 2022 Over the past decade, One Electric Day has
New releases from Gretsch for this quarter and available later in the year include an all-new G6131G-MY-RB Limited Edition Malcolm Young Signature Jet and G6134TFM-NH Nigel Hendroff
Jimmy Barnes, The Teskey Brothers, Mahalia Barnes and The Soul Mates, Karen Lee Andrews – Rod Laver Arena Melbourne Review: Colette Imi. Photos: Jason Roserwarne Celebrating
A little history for ya on Pride Month! Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of
Australian seminal psych-guitar masters, The Church have just announced ‘The Slings And Arrows Of Outrageous Fortune’ Australian Tour, for September 2022 – their first in four
Bluesfest Touring this week announced the return of Buddy Guy for the final time, for two farewell headline shows at the Palais Theatre in Melbourne on
‘Skeletons,Skeletons, Skeletons’, the new offering from Melbourne’s Damon Smith is mostly a piano centric, New Orleans style blues/jazz record – not without the usual hallmarks of
Roland announces the JUPITER-4 Software Synthesizer, the latest addition to the Legendary instrument series available through Roland Cloud. Released in 1978, the JUPITER-4 was Roland’s first
In 2018, Fender introduced a new line of ukuleles that tapped into their Southern California roots featuring five new models with the beloved Fender look and
This year, Fender is expanding its popular range of amps with two new models for guitarists who love Fender classic and modern tones. The Mustang LT40S
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today revealed a sampling of its new Fall 2022 product lineups, encompassing both player-driven guitar innovation and longstanding Fender craftsmanship. Designed
Moog Music announces Mavis: a powerful, low-cost, build-it-yourself semi-modular analog synthesizer that invites creatives to begin their journey into the Moog ecosystem or expand their existing
Australia’s largest and favourite travelling music festival, aka Good Things Festival, is officially returning to ignite mosh pits and more along the east coast in December