There’s an affliction which affects musicians of all levels, all over the world … an almost uncontrollable urge to acquire more music making gear. It’s affectionately known as GAS or to put it more politely Gear Acquisition Syndrome! Whether it’s a brand new or second hand Fender Strat or Gibson Les Paul, perhaps a Roland … REALISING YOUR DREAM MUSIC GEAR IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK! Read More » The post REALISING YOUR DREAM MUSIC GEAR IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK! appeared first on Australian Musician Magazine ..read more

Birds Robe Records are sad to announce The Dear Hunter will no longer be able to perform their scheduled shows in Australia and New Zealand. Please see their statement for further details: “Hello everyone, To get straight to the point, we unfortunately have to cancel our upcoming Australian and New Zealand run. One of our … THE DEAR HUNTER WITHDRAW FROM AUSTRALIA & NZ SHOWS Read More » The post THE DEAR HUNTER WITHDRAW FROM AUSTRALIA & NZ SHOWS appeared first on Australian Musician Magazine ..read more

In an exciting follow-up to their recent success, the Hussy Hicks are thrilled to release the third single ‘Sundial’ from their acclaimed album, Swimming in Uncertainty. Written during a breathtaking yacht voyage from the Greek Isles to Istanbul, ‘Sundial’ captures the essence of freedom and adventure that characterised the band’s first international journey post-COVID. This playful, … HUSSY HICKS ON TOUR AND UNVEIL ‘SUNDIAL’ Read More » The post HUSSY HICKS ON TOUR AND UNVEIL ‘SUNDIAL’ appeared first on Australian Musician Magazine ..read more

Naarm/Melbourne-based rock/punk duo Mannequin Death Squad have just announced their sophomore album, out Friday, November 22. Accompanying this announcement is their latest single off the record, ‘Safe And Warm’ feat. DZ Deathrays – produced by the band themselves, mixed by Brent Quirk and mastered by Matt Gray (Violent Soho, The Veronicas). ‘Safe And Warm’ unleashes a sucker punch of energy with adrenaline-fueled guitars and frontwoman Elly Vex hurling vocals. A visceral … MANNEQUIN DEATH SQUAD ANNOUNCE UPCOMING A ..read more

For many years, acclaimed singer-songwriter and musician Martha Wainwright had been a regular visitor to Australia. Of course, like many other artists, Covid upset everyone’s apple cart making it difficult to tour. It still ain’t easy! Finally, this month Martha will return to our stages with a fabulous band to perform tracks from her latest … WATCH: MARTHA WAINWRIGHT: 2024 AUSTRALIAN TOUR INTERVIEW Read More » The post WATCH: MARTHA WAINWRIGHT: 2024 AUSTRALIAN TOUR INTERVIEW appeared first on Australian Musician Magazine ..read more

Native Instruments has released Glaze 2, a next-gen pop and hip-hop vocal instrument that offers lush vocal harmonies, textures, and chord progressions at the touch of a key. As the follow-up to one of NI’s most-loved instruments, Glaze 2 brings modern vocal heat straight to your studio. Now featuring even more voices and the slick sounds … NATIVE INSTRUMENTS RELEASES GLAZE 2 VOCAL INSTRUMENT FOR MODERN MUSIC Read More » The post NATIVE INSTRUMENTS RELEASES GLAZE 2 VOCAL INSTRUMENT FOR MODERN MUSIC appeared first on Australian Musician Magazine ..read more

Shure has introduced a new era of vocal precision: the Nexadyne™ dynamic microphone platform with Shure Revonic™ Dual Transducer Technology. Available now in cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns, Nexadyne vocal microphones achieve state-of-the-art polar pattern consistency, unparalleled noise reduction, and best-in-class professional touring performance, so sound engineers and performers can confidently provide front-row vocal clarity … SHURE DEBUTS NEXADYNE™ DYNAMIC VOCAL MICROPHONES Read More » The post SHURE DEBUTS NEXADYNE™ DYNAMIC VOCAL MICROPHONES appeared first on Australian Musici ..read more

Last week UK-based Naarm/Melbourne artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist Audrey Powne released her fabulous new album From The Fire (available on vinyl and digital). The album takes inspiration from Audrey’s biggest influences; Roy Hargrove, Bill Evans, and Herbie Hancock, weaving techniques from Roy Hargrove’s work with the RH Factor through her production. Written and produced by Audrey at Sing Sing East Studios in Naarm/Melbourne, the album is mixed by Russel Fawcus (Mo’Ju, Kylie … ARTIST PROFILE- AUDR ..read more

Thursday May 2, 2024   JOHNNY CASINO – High Stone’ (ALBUM out Friday 3 May) Australia’s internationally revered globe-trotting guitar slinger (and tattoo artist par excellence!), Johnny Casino has released a new single and video entitled “The Ghost Train” from his forthcoming Cheersquad Records & Tapes album High Stone. High Stone is out this Friday … SNIPPETZ – THURSDAY MAY 2, 2024 Read More » The post SNIPPETZ – THURSDAY MAY 2, 2024 appeared first on Australian Musician Magazine ..read more

British band Bombay Bicycle Club have announced they will be returning to our shores this November with the talented quartet, Jack Steadman, Jamie MacColl, Suren de Saram and Ed Nash playing headlining shows across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Bombay Bicycle Club burst onto the scene in 2009 in their late teens with their acclaimed debut album, I Had the Blues … BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER AUSTRALIAN TOUR   Read More » The post BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER AUSTRALIAN TOUR   appeared first on Austr ..read more