DO YOU NEED SUPPORT ACT’S WELL – BEING HELPLINE?
Greg Phillips
March 24, 2020
It is heartbreaking to experience the fear out there in the music community as people try to come to terms with the fact that they may
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THE HOME BASED MUSICIAN: THE ROLAND PERSPECTIVE
Greg Phillips
March 23, 2020
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
‘KEEP JAMMIN’ WITH HAWORTH GUITARS. WIN A STRAT!
Greg Phillips
March 23, 2020
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
FENDER OFFERS 3 MONTHS OF FREE ONLINE GUITAR, BASS & UKE LESSONS
Greg Phillips
March 23, 2020
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
REPORT: ISOL-AID THE INSTAGRAM MUSIC FESTIVAL
Greg Phillips
March 22, 2020
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 OPERATIONS IN THE USA TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Greg Phillips
March 22, 2020
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
MUSIC INDUSTRY UNITES WITH CREATIVE SURVIVAL IDEAS
Greg Phillips
March 19, 2020
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
MELBOURNE GUITAR SHOW 2020 POSTPONED
Greg Phillips
March 19, 2020
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
COVID-19 AND PIANO CARE
Greg Phillips
March 17, 2020
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
Support Act’s Australian Music Industry Fundraiser
Greg Phillips
March 16, 2020
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 #1 SERIES IN SOUTHERN SILKY OAK
Greg Phillips
March 15, 2020
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
LPA calls for urgent stimulus response to protect $2.5 billion industry
Greg Phillips
March 13, 2020
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
REVIEW: PAT METHENY – PALAIS THEATRE, MELBOURNE
Greg Phillips
March 9, 2020
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
GIBSON GIVES TO TORNADO AFFECTED MUSICIANS
Greg Phillips
March 5, 2020
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
STRINGFEST COMES ALIVE IN TASSIE IN APRIL
Greg Phillips
March 5, 2020
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
FENDER ACOUSTASONIC STRAT OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED TODAY
Greg Phillips
March 3, 2020
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
Eris® E7 XT2-Way Active Studio Monitors with EBM Waveguide
Greg Phillips
March 1, 2020
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
Hockey Dad Announce Brain Candy Album Tour June 2020
Greg Phillips
February 29, 2020
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
GUILD M-25E CALIFORNIA BURST
Greg Phillips
February 29, 2020
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: NITA STRAUSS MASTERCLASS – MANNYS MELBOURNE
Greg Phillips
February 28, 2020
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 2020 ENTRIES NOW OPEN
Greg Phillips
February 27, 2020
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
FENDER OFFICIALLY LAUNCH 2020 AMERICAN ORIGINAL 60S & 70S TELES
Greg Phillips
February 25, 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
REVIEW: GWYN ASHTON – ST ANDREWS HOTEL
Greg Phillips
February 24, 2020
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
ORANGE AMPS LITTLE BASS THING
Greg Phillips
February 24, 2020
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
NAMM 2020: IBANEZ BOOTH WALK-THROUGH
Greg Phillips
February 21, 2020
The Ibanez booth at a NAMM Show is always one of the most popular exhibits, featuring a maze of walls showcasing new product. This year was
ERNIE BALL MUSIC MAN FAMILY RESERVE FEBRUARY COLLECTION
Greg Phillips
February 21, 2020
Ernie Ball Music Man named their Ball Family Reserve series in celebration of the company’s rich heritage in instrument craftsmanship. Offered in limited production runs, the
NEW G2210 GRETSCH STREAMLINER JUNIOR JET CLUB
Greg Phillips
February 21, 2020
An exciting new addition to the Streamliner™ Collection, the G2210 Streamliner Junior Jet™ Club is a stripped-down workhouse that’s built to take a beating. With aggressive attack and
NAMM 2020: KAWAI CA79 DIGITAL PIANO
Greg Phillips
February 16, 2020
At NAMM 2020, Kawai presented the new CA79, the latest high-performance addition to the popular Concert Artist series of premium digital pianos, and successor to the
REVIEW: ALICE COOPER, AIRBOURNE, MC50 – MELBOURNE
Greg Phillips
February 16, 2020
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne February 14, 2020 Review: Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne There are a number of ‘heritage’ rock acts that regularly tour Australia and
LEVEL 42 TO TOUR AUSTRALIA & NZ FOR FIRST TIME IN MAY
Greg Phillips
February 13, 2020
Level 42 touring Australia and New Zealand for the first time in May 2020 TOUR DATES Thursday, May 14: Astor Theatre, Perth – Tickets Friday, May 16: Palais
FENDER® LAUNCHES ALL-NEW STORIES COLLECTION WITH ERIC JOHNSON “VIRGINIA” STRATOCASTER®
Greg Phillips
February 11, 2020
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today released the Eric Johnson “Virginia” Stratocaster guitar with the Grammy® award winning artist Eric Johnson. As part of this unique
REVIEW: ROLAND MC707 & MC101 GROOVEBOX
Greg Phillips
February 11, 2020
Review by Baz Bardoe I recently ventured out to Store DJ on Victoria street in Richmond (Victoria) to review Roland’s two new ‘Grooveboxes’ the MC707 and
NAMM 2020: NEW FROM EPIPHONE WITH DR. EPIPHONE
Greg Phillips
February 10, 2020
At Winter NAMM 2020 Dr Epiphone competes with the noise levels of a band and gives us an overview on the new Epiphone Original and Modern
NAMM 2020: GUILD STARFIRE 1 SERIES GUITARS
Greg Phillips
February 7, 2020
Starting at $499 (USA street), the new Starfire I family takes the iconic Starfire Double Cut and Single Cut body shapes into the modern era with
STOLEN GEAR FROM MELBOURNE’S WEST
Greg Phillips
February 7, 2020
The Music Shop Western Suburbs 2/281 Foleys Road, Deer Park (Derrimut) was broken into on the morning of the 5th
NAMM 2020: GIBSON SLASH CORE COLLECTION
Greg Phillips
February 7, 2020
Gibson master builder Jim DeCola competes with the on stage band levels and rock star lighting to give us a rundown on the new Slash collection