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Vanessa Amorosi is set to mark a major milestone in 2026, celebrating 25 years in music with a nationwide tour that doubles as both a retrospective
When the Gibson Thunderbird™ Bass was first introduced in 1963, the world had never seen another bass quite like it. Designed by automotive coach designer Ray
In a world desperate for a moment to do nothing but catch a groove, Ernie Garland Jr is here slinging for the soul of Sydney, Australia.
Bonza Music, the UK-based immersive audio technology company, has announced the commercial launch of its collaborative software platform, designed for professional musicians, educators, studios, and
More than half a century after American Pie first changed the shape of popular music, the original troubadour, Don McLean returns to Australia this October to
Cult art-pop pioneers Sparks have announced their return to Australia with newly added headline shows in Melbourne and Brisbane this May, marking their first local performances
The sudden cancellation of Bluesfest has thrown punters into a world of pain and confusion, mainly worried about the possibility of refunds but also in regard
Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. Melbourne roots music radio identity Werner Martin has been presenting his popular Hot Damn Tamale show on 3CR for ages
Mellen Events & Face to Face Touring have announced The Pogues Australian / New Zealand tour will still take place with their original dates. A new
The Australian Musician “Six Quix” clip offers a concise, personal snapshot of ANUJA as both a musician and a person, a self-made, deeply introspective artist
Melbourne-based artist Kim Yang is entering a pivotal phase of her career, moving from emerging songwriter to fully realised album artist with an increasingly global
SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY MARCH 19, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: Everlast, Bleachers, Bryson Hill, The Vanns, Dallow, Anna Calvi, Fletcher Kent, Warde Elliott, Billie-Jo Porter, Ayk,
In conversation with Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips, singer songwriter Anna Smyrk opens up about the long and emotionally charged journey behind her debut album
The call is out for fans of Xavier Rudd to ‘Follow the Sun’ to the 2026 Airlie Beach Festival of Music from November 6-8. Set to
As the majority of tours by international acts related to Bluesfest 2026 are cancelled, the Live Nation controlled tours such as Split Enz and COUNTING CROWS
Gretsch today announces the launch of the Electromatic® Premier Jet®, the boldest evolution yet of its celebrated Electromatic and Streamliner™ Jet series. Honoring authentic Gretsch DNA
Far Out Distant Sounds Presents – The Underground Youth and The Third Sound, bringing their international sounds to Australia for their first co-headlining tour, joined at
Rock Legends The Angels are hitting the road in June to mark the 50th anniversary of their debut track, Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face
The Studio Bass Compressor pedal has always been a secret weapon for serious players. Now it’s got the look to match. Same studio-grade performance, bold new
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is proud to introduce the 75th Anniversary Telecaster® Collection – a landmark range paying homage to the world’s first mass-produced, solid-body
Interview with Nick Rossi — Guitarist of Born of Osiris Touring Australia with Signs of the Swarm — March 2026 It has been 6 long years
HARDLINE MEDIA proudly presents SOILENT GREEN for their first time down under SOILENT GREEN from New Orleans, USA, are well known as one of the world’s premiere Grindcore/Sludge
Timeless. Revolutionary. Chameleon. Few artists in the history of popular music have embodied all three qualities quite like David Bowie. A master of reinvention whose influence
The Australian Music Association’s long-running, acclaimed Guitar Show brand came to Sydney on March 7 & 8, 2026 and thousands of Sydney-siders lapped up the opportunity
FANTASTIC NEGRITO – THE ESPY – ST KILDA – MELBOURNE – 15.03.2026 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. Three-time Grammy winner, Fantastic Negrito has been touring
After more than five decades as the driving force behind legendary British rock band Status Quo, guitarist and singer Francis Rossi is still finding new ways
Live Nation has today announced that American rock band A Perfect Circle, formed in 1999 by guitarist Billy Howerdel and Tool vocalist Maynard James Keenan, will tour Australia
Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. The Brunswick Ballroom (along with Memo Music Hall) has genuinely been one of my favourite Melbourne music venues for sometime
Things of Stone and Wood are back, and they are in fine acoustic form, indeed. Rae Street, that first album in 23 years, is out TODAY and
The lights went up, and records fell, 23 of them in total. The Jim Irsay Collection: Hall of Fame soared almost four times (373 percent) passed
We’ve just received official word that 2026 Bluesfest Byron Bay event, due to take place in just a few weeks, will not take place due to
Heroic. Mythic. Monumental. Cinematic. Are you a fan of Hans Zimmer’s epic film scores? Now you can experience them Live in Concert with The George Ellis Symphony Orchestra! For
Developed with Slash over three decades, these signature strings deliver enhanced durability and tuning stability without compromising tone or feel. Built with Paradigm ore wire with
SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY MARCH 12, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: Ella Hooper, Thrashville, FRIDAY*, Josh Pyke, Bad Juju, KSMBA , Griffin Morris, Elaura, Chirai, Candlemass, These Future
Words and Photos by Greg Phillips The Australian Music Association’s long-running, acclaimed Guitar Show brand came to Sydney for the first time last weekend and thousands
Blues on Broadbeach is building momentum for its 25th anniversary, unveiling a stellar second lineup for the 14–17 May 2026 festival on the Gold Coast. Joining