Reviews

Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne Melbourne International Jazz Festival Artistic director Michael Tortoni took to the stage on the final night of the  2024 event

STEEL PANTHER – MARGARET COURT ARENA – MELBOURNE – 26.10.2024 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. Last night Steel Panther pounced on the Melbourne crowd with

Since the 1980’s UK pop icon KIM WILDE has thrilled fans across the globe with her infectious hits and engaging live performances. Last night WILDE wrapped up her Australian tour, delivering

COLD CHISEL – 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR – FLEMINGTON RACECOURSE – MELBOURNE – 24.10.2024 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. I put on some Cold Chisel, poured

It’s fitting Nicky Del Rey’s Misadventures call St Kilda home. Melbourne’s bayside and arts haven might not pump big waves, but it is our summer culture

FANNING DEMPSEY NATIONAL PARK – FORUM THEATRE – MELBOURNE – 20.10.2024 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: Jason Rosewarne Right from the very first note, the majestic Forum

Review and pix by Greg Phillips After witnessing an incredible event with Herbie Hancock and Marcus Miller at the Myer Music Bowl on the weekend, last

Review: Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne. It was heartening to witness a packed house at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl last night for many reasons. Firstly,

Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. With global album sales of over 100 million, UB40 have had 10 UK Top 10 albums and accumulated a massive

GLENN HUGHES – THE CROXTON BANDROOM– 12.10.2024 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. Many of us have grown up listening to the iconic English band Deep

MELBOURNE SKA ORCHESTRA – 170 RUSSELL – MELBOURNE (04.10.2024) Review: Craig Eriksson Photos: Jason Rosewarne Tonight we were taken on a rhythmic and spiritual journey to

Parkway Drive – John Cain Arena Melbourne – 24 September 2024 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: David Harris Photography Parkway Drive’s 20-Year Anniversary Australian Tour 2024 at

Review by Greg Phillips Andy Summers has always been so much more than just the guitar sound behind The Police, one of rock history’s most successful

Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. If there’s one important lesson that I have learned as a music fan, it’s to never pass up an opportunity

JEFF MARTIN – THE SONGS OF DAVID BOWIE – CORNER HOTEL – 21 September 2024 Review: Craig Eriksson. Photos: Jason Rosewarne. Jeff Martin (The Captain) aka

Report: Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne Last night Australian Musician enjoyed the warm hospitality of country music duo Patsy & Dave at the impressive Mantra Studio

BRITISH LION – THE CROXTON ‘THE CROC’ – (MELBOURNE) – 5.9.2024  Review: Craig Eriksson Photos: David Harris Welcome to ‘The Croc’ and the land down under

Review: Greg Phillips Photos: Jason Rosewarne Most international bands will tell you that their followers are the most fanatical on the planet. However, Iron Maiden know

Review and photos by Craig Eriksson. Corner Hotel – 24 August 2024 Western Australian Garage Rock legends The Stems made a triumphant return tonight and played

MIKE OLDFIELD’S TUBULAR BELLS LIVE IN CONCERT – PALAIS THEATRE 17.08.2024 Review: Bryget Chrisfield. Photos: David Harris The ongoing Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells Live In Concert

Review and photos by Craig Eriksson 15.08.2024 On a Thursday school night, Australian Musician paid a visit to Jack Howard & The Long Lost Brothers &

Review: Greg Phillips. Photos: Jason Rosewarne Hot off the plane from a successful European/UK tour, which included a milestone performance at the Royal Albert Hall, siblings

ELLIS PARK. Directed by: Justin Kurzel Main participants: Warren Ellis, Femke den Haas. Review by Greg Phillips Making its world premiere at the 2024 Melbourne International

FILM REVIEW: OMAR AND CEDRIC – IF THIS EVER GETS WEIRD Melbourne International Film Festival By Greg Phillips History is replete with stories of childhood friendships

Review and photos by Craig Eriksson A nostalgic evening was had tonight at 170 Russell In the heart of Melbourne as Kingswood celebrated the 10th Anniversary

Dan Kelly – The Tote – 28 July 2024 Review and photos by Craig Eriksson What better way to spend a Sunday evening than to head

THE ROLLING STONES REVUE – The Stones Sticky Fingers – Palais Theatre – 26 July 2024 (concert review) Review: Craig Eriksson Photos: Jason Rosewarne. The Rolling

PINK FLOYD’S EVOLUTION – MELBOURNE RECITAL CENTRE – 20 July 2024 Review: Craig Eriksson Photos: Jason Roserwarne In 2023, Pink Floyd celebrated the 50th Anniversary of

Mammal – Max Watts – 19 July 2024 Review and photos by Craig Eriksson Last night we went 16-rounds with Mammal at Max Watts! The Ox

Ahead of their November ’Already Yesterday’ Australian tour, which celebrates the band’s first four albums, The Church have just wrapped up a fabulous co-headline North American

Photos and report by Jason Rosewarne. The fabulous Blues Guitar Roadshow, the ultimate celebration of the guitar has become one of the most sought after tickets

The Radiators – The Gershwin Room, Esplanade Hotel – 13 July 2024 Review and photos: Craig Eriksson Where does one begin when asked to review iconic

DAN SULTAN X MSO – Hamer Hall, Melbourne12 July 2024 “Keep the Fire Burning” Review by Craig Eriksson. Photos by Nico Keenan NAIDOC WEEK is a