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Photos and report by Jason Rosewarne. (*Photographer contract rant by Editor Greg Phillips) Time to pack away the gumboots and raincoats and bring out the shorts
Report and photos by Jason Rosewarne While brilliant sunshine greeted Day 1 attendees at Bluesfest, the weather gods were not as kind to those attending Day
Unveiling ahead of their anticipated appearance at Byron Bay Bluesfest this weekend, the fourth studio album Everything Is Bigger Than Me out today from Melbourne indie folk auteurs Pierce
Report and photos by Jason Rosewarne In a week that saw the cancellation of Splendour in the Grass and a continuation of the drama (aka shit
Godin guitars is thrilled to announce the arrival of three new guitars in their collection, all crafted in Canada with a commitment to quality and artisanal
We get so many pitches from artists, labels and management and just don’t have the resources to do major features on them all. With Snippetz, we
Today, Gretsch announces the all-new Jim Dandy Series. Ideal for songwriting, practice or even as travel guitars, these new models are great for beginners and seasoned
The world’s most prominent bass driven instrumental rock act, Australia’s The Omnific, return with their second opus, ‘The Law Of Augmenting Returns’, an audacious and magnificent triumph – to be released
Legendary Guitar Virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen to Embark on Highly Anticipated Australian Tour in May 2024 Australian fans of guitar virtuoso YNGWIE MALMSTEEN are in for an electrifying treat
Review by Bryget Chrisfield Clocking tonight’s stage set-up – including separate drum and percussion kits bookending two keyboard consoles (to be played by two keyboardists) –
As the unwavering cornerstone of professional audio monitoring for over three decades, KRK earned its reputation through a rich history of innovation and precision. Building off
Gibson is proud to celebrate the rich musical legacy of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Phil and Don Everly, with the return of The
Prolific and beloved psychedelic rock band Pond have announced they will take their Stung! Tour around Australia this June and July. Coinciding with the release of the band’s tenth studio album Stung! on 21st June, Pond will tour
Iconic Tuareg Saharan desert rock band, Tinariwen, is thrilled to return to Australia this May and June for a national run of dates, adding to their
Geoff Achison is an acclaimed blues-roots artist from Melbourne, Australia best known for his guitar playing and songwriting. Geoff began his apprenticeship with legendary Australian bluesman
West Australian garage rock legends The Stems are making a triumphant return to the live stage for a series of dates in August 2024. Having last
Adam Hall Group is further expanding its international sales network. Since March 01, 2024, Melbourne-based Link Audio has been the new distribution partner for the LD
We get so many content pitches from artists, labels and management and just don’t have the resources to do major features on them all. With Snippetz,
Special feature by Baz Bardoe When you think of Turkey you may not instantly think of a punk rock scene, but apparently there is one
Today, Jackson continues to set new standards in the realm of high-performance guitars by introducing two new models to its ground-breaking American Series: the American Series
Epiphone’s new Les Paul™ Modern Figured from the Inspired by Gibson™ Collection brings a new look and sound to the world’s greatest electric guitar. Featuring a
Introducing the new RD-08 stage piano—Roland’s most affordable RD to date. Enjoy legendary RD piano performance with this lean, mean keyboard that’s designed for easy transport. For
Designed by then Gibson president Theodore “Ted” McCarty and only previously available as a limited edition Custom Shop model, the Gibson Theodore Standard is based on
Two decades ago, a band that would go on to pioneer and dominate the landscape of heavy music was born on the sunny shores of Byron
CMI Music & Audio has become the official distributor of the Moog product portfolio in Australia. “We are excited to be representing this world-renowned brand and look
Listen Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions for 25 years, has selected Jands as a distributor of Listen Technologies products and solutions in Australia
As it celebrates 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, is proud to announce it has entered into a new partnership with
Today we introduce a new feature to Australian Musician called Snippetz. We get so many pitches from artists, labels and management and just don’t have the
This week, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announces the launch of a new signature Telecaster® guitar honouring Raphael Saadiq, a multi-award-winning artist, songwriter, film & television
Review: Bryget Chrisfield Photos: Jason Rosewarne A vision in billowy, electric-blue layers and high-heeled, knee-high black boots, Judy Collins arrives on stage with her short,
Fender has today announced the sad news that Mike Lewis, VP of Product Development at the Fender Custom Shop has died. Whenever Australian Musician had any
Review: Bryget Chrisfield, Photos: David Harris Handheld paper fans are the savvy accessory of choice with tonight’s overnight low forecast to be a sweat-inducing 26 degrees.
Review: Gary Hodges Photos: Jason Rosewarne What a great pleasure to be able to see a living legend and one of the great songsmiths of
Review: Jack Howard Photos: Jason Rosewarne On a glorious Melbourne evening, the Sidney Myer Music Bowl was happily expectant ahead of one of the most anticipated
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Stratocaster® guitar, an unrivaled and iconic masterpiece from the visionary portfolio of founder, Leo
Pic Jason Rosewarne Review: Bryget Chrisfiled. Photos: Jason Rosewarne As soon as we enter Mt Duneed Estate – clocking multi-coloured fluffy leg warmers, glowsticks and