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Fender has officially released the Parallel Universe Jazz Strat, the first in the Parallel Universe II series, with seven more models to come in 2020. Cosmically
The Women’s International Music Network (The WiMN) in America announces the debut of the She Rocks Spotlight Series. This innovative new live stream series spotlights a
Australian music products wholesaler Amber Technology has alerted us to a series of interesting Facebook Live interviews and exciting seminars on sound which are taking place
To support the community during social distancing, Fender continues to offer new users three months of complimentary lessons on Fender Play, the complete online learning app
The Board, management and staff of Support Act have today welcomed the $10 million funding package announced by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure,
As expected, NAMM has officially announced the cancellation of its Nashville based show scheduled for July 9-11 at the Music City Center, due to the COVID-19
For nearly 30 years the family-run business, Bakehouse Studios in Richmond, has provided a home, a place and a voice for our beloved music community. Like
Thousands of people from the Australian Entertainment Industry are set to benefit from the free mental health support videos which have been specifically produced by Entertainment
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today released the all-new Tom Morello “Soul Power” Stratocaster. Tom Morello collaborated with Fender on his first artist signature Stratocaster which
Steve Vai’s Live Facebook sessions to take place: https://www.facebook.com/stevevai/ TUESDAYS AT NOON PACIFIC USA. 6AM WEDNESDAY AEDT AUSTRALIA: ALIEN GUITAR SECRETS LIVE: MUSIC AND YOU THURSDAYS
In the short time it has taken for the world to shutdown, the arts community has just as quickly turned to the internet to spread joy
Music Retail is still open for the time being as of March 25, 2020, There is much uncertainty for music retailers about how long they will
Continuing our series on the home-based musician, we chat with Michael Jago from Australian music product distributor Link Audio, who offers some home recording advice and
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 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
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
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
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