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In these unprecedented times, we’re all being encouraged to spend more time at home. While we’re understandably stressed about the unknowns, the blessing is that we
In the midst of the Covid-19 outbreak, Haworth Guitars are launching a new musical initiative with the aim of bringing people together through music. It’s no
Professional guitarist and YouTube gear demo pioneer, Brett Kingman is one of Australia’s most sought after hired guns. Brett was on tour with James Reyne on
Fender has today announced that it will offer 3 months of free guitar, bass and ukulele tuition via their Fender Play platform. Fender Play is a
As the COVID-19 outbreak shutdown the live music industry worldwide, independent musicians in Australia got busy and banded together last weekend to perform for ISOL-AID, a
Gibson has maintained the highest standard of protocol and recommended hygiene practices throughout the evolving COVID 19 situation, including daily leadership briefings and pro-active communication to
The knock-on effect of the coronavirus is proving to be devastating for music communities worldwide, both economically and emotionally. Everyday we are waking up to ever-changing
In the light of developments and the impact of the coronavirus, the Australian Music Association, organiser of the Melbourne Guitar Show, which was scheduled for August
In these unprecedented times, we turn to the experts to give us guidance on all kinds of matters. There are many things we wouldn’t even think
The entire arts industry is suffering from the knock-on effects of the coronavirus. We caught up with Melbourne-based musician Marcel Yammouni to chat about working while
Jacob Mann, the drummer from Brisbane-based band The Rockefeller Frequency takes us on a tour of his home studio set up Brisbane-based band The Rockefeller Frequency
There’s been a lot of talk about how much the coronavirus has effected those in the local music industry. With the cancellation of so many avenues
Cole Clark’s Miles Jackson shows us the new #1 series with Southern Silky Oak top, back and sides, available in Fat Lady and Angel models Founded
The economic stimulus package announced by the Federal Government yesterday will provide some welcome support for households and businesses, but will need to be expanded to
World-renowned guitar hero Al Di Meola has thrilled audiences for decades since releasing his debut album Land of The Midnight Sun in 1976. From his work with
Friday March 6, Palais Theatre Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Stuart McKay Pat Metheny has enjoyed such a long and eclectic career, authenticated by the fact that
After slaying Australian audiences on stage with Alice Cooper this month, guitarist Nita Strauss continued to impress crowds in Perth, Melbourne and Sydney in a series
It was a pleasure to once again catch up with performer, recording artist and Yamaha Sax endorsee YolanDa Brown, who is back in Australia for another
This article written by Greg Phillips originally ran on Roland’s Blog at: https://rolandcorp.com.au/blog/creating-live-video-content Finding your target audience Sometimes it feels like it’s a jungle out there
In the wake of the recent severe storms in Nashville, Gibson Gives is stepping up for musicians and those who need support. Gibson Gives is working to
Warm, silvery, airy with a mystical touch. Medium wide range, fairly complex mix. Very soft, papery feel. Very responsive. A graceful crash cymbal for delicate, sensitive
One of the hallmarks of CELVIANO Grand Hybrid Pianos is the feeling of owning three of the world’s most legendary grand pianos, dubbed Berlin, Hamburg, and
Stringfest 2020, 17-19 April. Deloraine Tasmania On the near horizon Quamby Bluff stands aloof at 1227 metres some 19 kilometres from Deloraine, the region’s totem according
Australian Musician’s Greg Phillips chats to local music legend Joe Camilleri about The Black Sorrows appearance at Blues on Broadbeach in May. “At night you’ve got
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today celebrates the official launch of the newest model in the American Acoustasonic® Series, the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster. Originally previewed at
The great Australian pub rock sound was originally forged by volume vikings Billy Thorpe and Lobby Lloyd back in the early 70s. It was further flamed
With their smooth, accurate frequency response; powerful amplification with tons of headroom; and acoustic tuning functions that ensure you always get the best sound, it’s no
We caught up with Melbourne-based Roots-Rock Singer-Songwriter Joshua Batten to discuss his new album ’The City Within’. It’s the debut full-length studio album by Joshua and
Off the back of releasing their brand new single ‘Itch’ and album news for ‘Brain Candy’, Hockey Dad today announce their own headline tour, supported by triple
The original M-20 was the first guitar off the production line in 1967 when manufacturing was based in Hoboken, New Jersey. Today, the M series are
Report: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne and Nicole Nighthawk After slaying audiences on stage with Alice Cooper this month in Australia, guitar gun Nita Strauss
RockFest is a nationwide contemporary music event for school students, with over $11,000 worth of prizes to be won for your School. Your School Band could be flying
Blues on Broadbeach, one of the largest FREE music events in Australia will be held May 14-17, 2020. Almost 70 acts will perform at the 2020
As revealed at NAMM 2020, Fender’s new American Originals are American made guitars featuring the spirit of vintages from the brand’s historic past. In 2020 Fender
Words: Greg Phillips Pictures: Jason Rosewarne International blues-rock guitarist, singer, songwriter and one-man band Gwyn Ashton is currently in Australia on his annual antipodean jaunt. The
At Winter NAMM 2020, Orange revealed their Little Bass Thing, a lightweight solid-state bass amp aimed at the modern day musician. As the name suggests, the