
2023 CHRISTMAS WRAP: THE GIGS
It was a huge year for concert tours in Australia, especially from major international acts playing catch up from covid cancellations. The Australian Musician team was
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It was a huge year for concert tours in Australia, especially from major international acts playing catch up from covid cancellations. The Australian Musician team was

As we head towards a return to the January Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, we look back on a year of brands re-establishing their position in

For those heading to the NAMM Show in January, you’ll be able to attend the 2024 7th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala. “The most important night in

We know rockin’ Melbourne duo King Canyon as our friends Jimmy Cupples (vox) and James Ryan (guitar), the songwriting force that formed the band in 2020.

This time of year, it seems that everyone has a list. Tasmania’s favourite pie company National Pies has kicked off their Hottest Pie Hundred Competition featuring a

http://www.fmartistplatform.com A couple of years ago we were introduced to the the creative people behind the FMC-Film Music Contest, currently one of the largest competitions of

Off the back of a killer 12 date regional run through Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and the ACT for Part 1 of his Back To

This year saw the official opening of Empire Music Studios, a world-class, multi-faceted recording facility located just half an hour from Melbourne’s CBD. Empire is the

Models – one of Australia’s most-loved bands – have announced today that they’ll be extending their 40 Years of Motion Tour, celebrating the 40th anniversary of

With only 15 weeks to go till Bluesfest kicks off its 35th anniversary special, another artist announcement has been unveiled. With an already star-studded lineup that

Epiphone is proud to announce the Adam Jones Les Paul Custom Art Collection, an unprecedented, limited-edition collection curated by Adam Jones of TOOL, which brings Adam’s

Music for the Stages at Darebin Arts Centre curated by Music in Exile, Liquid Architecture, Songlines, and Mistletone for 2024! An eclectic line up spanning musical

After an extensive sell out tour in early 2023 and with a new Grammy nomination in hand, blues legend Eric Bibb has announced his return to

The team at HeadRush is pleased to announce two new and expanded versions of their best-selling FRFR powered monitors. The FRFR-108 MKII and FRFR-112 MKII are

MG Live, Arena Touring & Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce seven-time Grammy award winner, singer, actress and true Empress of Soul, Gladys Knight will make

Riff and dive bomb like Eddie with the new limited edition Star The limited edition EVH Star is a modern interpretation of (although not quite a

The Ashton 120 soprano sized ukulele, the perfect option for those looking for a value packed and eye-catching ukulele. Ashton is famous for their stunning selection

Frontier Touring are delighted to announce one of the USA’s most exciting new bands, Tiny Habits, are headed down under for the very first time in
Nick Cave will return to Australia in April 2024 for a run of rare solo shows; performing in Melbourne (The Plenary, April 25 and 26) and

Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne Traditions have to start somewhere and for Vika and Linda Bull’s annual Christmas concerts, it all began last year with

Following the announcement of nine shows as part of the Red Hot Summer Tour, today Cheap Trick announce six more Australian shows for next February/March and

REVIEW: KRAFTWERK – MARGARET COURT ARENA. Fri 8 Dec. Review: Bryget Chrisfield. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. Alongside The Beatles, Kraftwerk are widely regarded as one of the

12 months of Maton! Introducing the Maton Calendar 2024 – a must-have for guitar enthusiasts and music lovers alike! This calendar showcases flat lay images of

XVIVE G1 BUTTERFLY GUITAR STAND. DESIGNED IN GERMANY. Xvive, best known for their wireless systems including the popular U2 Guitar Wireless System, is introducing a new

Review: Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne They don’t make ‘em like they used to is a term you’ll often hear from older folks, yearning for the

2024 marks the 70th Anniversary of the introduction of Leo Fender’s most iconic and innovative creation: the Fender Stratocaster® guitar. In celebration of 70 years of

Australian emerging artist SonOfHarry is set to make an indelible mark on the world of pop/ soft rock music with his debut concept album, ‘The World Has Gone Mad’,

Review Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne Sometimes a music concert is much more than what the label reads. Occasionally one comes along that has a back

Devo Complete Their ’50 years of De-Evolution’ Farewell Tour In Melbourne Review: Paul Cashmere Photos: Lucas Packett Devo may or may not have played their last

Review: Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne There’s something about the air in Melbourne when a major international band comes to town. There’s an intoxicating vibe to

As any true guitar fan will know, the real-time exuberance Tommy Emmanuel brings to every note of every song he plays is palpable and infectious. His

LIMITED TO 300 WORLDWIDE – ONLY 2 IN AUSTRALIA KRAMER LZZY HALE VOYAGER IN CASE HOLOGRAPH SPARKLE RRP $3,599 Stock due in Australia mid-February 2024 Kramer

One of Australia’s largest music festivals, Blues on Broadbeach, returns from 16-19 May 2024 with an electrifying first lineup set to transform the Gold Coast into

Gerrard Allman Events is delighted to announce the return of guitar badass Samantha Fish to Australia in May 2024; this time bringing outlaw country maverick Jesse

RØDE Microphones LLC has today announced the acquisition of iconic American pro audio leader Mackie. The acquisition represents a new chapter in the evolution of RØDE

Embrace the legacy and make your mark on history with the UB-Xa from Behringer. More than just a recreation of a classic synthesizer, the UB-Xa has