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That’s a wrap on Scouted 2022
That's a wrap on Scouted 2022! A massive thank you to our four venues Chateau Apollo, Rhino Room, Jack & Jill's Basement and UniBar Adelaide for hosting the night. Thank you also to the incredibly talented local artists and bands that took part in Scouted 2022:...
Public Liability Insurance & Live Music Venues
The past few years has seen many issues come to light for local music venues off the back of the devastating impact of the pandemic. As a result we have seen many iconic venues struggling to stay afloat while some have even had to close their doors after decades of...
Scouted Artists 2022
This Friday 5 August, 14 local SA artists will take to the stage in 4 Adelaide venues to showcase their talent in front of music industry delegates and avid gig goers. In the lead up to Scouted 2022 these artists have been busy with their own projects and significant...
SA GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES: AUGUST ROUND UP
Each month Music SA collates a round-up of the opportunities and grants available for local artists. From scholarships to business grants and tour funding, have a browse below and find the right opportunity for you! COA ARTS & CULTURAL GRANTS Adelaide is a city...
SA GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES: JULY ROUND UP
Each month Music SA collates a round-up of the opportunities and grants available for local artists. From scholarships to business grants and tour funding, have a browse below and find the right opportunity for you! DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION COURSE Digital Transformation...
See It LIVE SA Government Grants
The SA Government have announced See it LIVE, a $10 million package that will get local musicians and performers back on stage through a range of support programs for live music and hospitality venues, promoters and more. The initiative aims to support a whole new...
SA GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES: JUNE ROUND UP
Each month Music SA collates a round-up of the opportunities and grants available for local artists. From scholarships to business grants and tour funding, have a browse below and find the right opportunity for you! PUSH MUSIC CAREERS EXPO Following the success of...
2022 SCOUTED LINEUP ANNOUNCED: TICKETS ON SALE
Alexander Black, Broken Waves, Busseys, Coldwave, Divebar Youth, KEYAN, Lilac Cove, Mums Favourite, Natasha Bianca, Rob Edwards, Sacredd, Sons of Zöku, Sunnyside Drive & Twine Music SA's Scouted is back and bigger than ever in 2022! Featuring 14 artists in four...
Christine Schloithe Joins Music SA as New CEO
The Music SA team is incredibly excited to announce that well-respected cultural and creative leader, Christine Schloithe, will be joining our not-for-profit as our new Chief Executive Officer. We are very thrilled to welcome the new addition to our passionate...
SA GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES: MAY ROUND UP
Each month Music SA collates a round-up of the opportunities and grants available for local artists. From scholarships to business grants and tour funding, have a browse below and find the right opportunity for you! FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE The City of Adelaide will be...
SA GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES: APRIL ROUND UP
Each month Music SA collates a round-up of the opportunities and grants available for local artists. From scholarships to business grants and tour funding, have a browse below and find the right opportunity for you! FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE The City of Adelaide will be...
2022 Scouted Expression Of Interests Now Open
Scouted will be returning in 2022 as part of Music SA's Umbrella Festival this August in Adelaide's East End. Expressions of interest are now open for local unsigned bands and artists! Scouted has become a fantastic initiative for local emerging bands to be showcased...
Umbrella Festival 2022 Info Sessions
Umbrella Festival is back on for 2022, and we would love to tell you all about it at our info sessions!We'll be running info sessions throughout March in the CBD and metro areas to walk you through it all. Whether you are a musician, venue owner/staff, event promoter,...
Umbrella Festival 2022 Registrations Now Open!
Umbrella Festival is back for 2022 – and it’s already time to kick off, with all registrations now open! This year there are a few changes, with Umbrella running for the whole month of July state-wide, and Moshtix joining us as our official ticketing partner. Our aim...
Have Your Say: Australian music industry review on sexual harassment and systemic discrimination
An independent national Music Industry Review looking into sexual harm, harassment and systemic discrimination is currently underway. Announced at the end of 2021, the review aims to get a broader picture of Australia’s music industry, as well as provide sustainable...
Leadership Opportunity at Music SA
Music SA is looking for a new CEO! Following a period impacted by COVID-19, the Board of Music SA are looking for a passionate and professional leader to join our team. Music SA is a not-for-profit organisation committed to promoting, supporting and developing...
Music SA Announcement: Changes in 2022
Image: Anne Wiberg (left) and Kim Roberts (right) taken by Samuel Graves Photography As you may have already heard, Music SA has some big changes afoot. We have two massive goodbyes to say to two incredible members of the Music SA team! Our brilliant General Manager,...
World Festive GIVEWAY
The festive season is well and truly underway, and to kick off the many party invitations you’ll no doubt be receiving, Music SA is inviting everyone to join us in celebration at World Festive Street Party! World Festive is a family-friendly, free Christmas street...
International Day of People with Disability
Today we recognise International Day of People with Disability, which is a United Nations observed day aimed at increasing public awareness, understanding and celebration of people with disability. Here at Music SA we would like to acknowledge this day by celebrating...
World Festive Street Party: Global Xmas Music in the City
Artwork by Lucinda Penn (@lcnd_) With us already in November, the holiday season is right around the corner! As a celebration of live music and the many ways in which our multicultural community celebrates Xmas, Music SA presents World Festive! World Festive is a free...
Finalists Announced: 2021 South Australian Music Awards News
Photo by Lauren Connelly of TKAY at the 2017 SAM AwardsIn some very exciting news, it’s time we finally announce the 2021 South Australian Music (SAM) Awards finalists! There is a hugely talented group of finalists this year - we can’t wait to celebrate their...
SCOUTED 2021 PHOTO GALLERY
Photos by Sam Graves SCOUTED 2021 was such an amazing experience! Held at Lion Arts Factory on October 8, six South Aussie unsigned up-and-coming bands played in front of not only a crowd of locals, but also a series of national music industry professionals invited by...
INTERFACE – 8/9/21 Sparkke at the Whitmore
Photos by Laura Franklin INTERFACE was designed for Trans, Female, and Gender Non-Conforming people within the SA music scene to come together and share ideas, projects, and community. The event was presented by Music SA and Girls Rock! and featured speakers from...
People’s Choice Voting Open and Location Announced for 2021 SAM Awards
Nominations for the 2021 South Australian Music Awards are now closed, after garnering a record number of entrants this year! With so much old and new South Aussie talent involved, this year's ceremony will celebrate many different niches of our talented local music...
2021 SCOUTED LINEUP ANNOUNCED – TICKETS ON SALE
Don’t Bring Stacey, The Empty Threats, LBG, Mum Friends, Oscar The Wild & Bermuda Bay Scouted is back for 2021 with a very exciting line-up of unsigned and emerging local musical talent! For those that don’t know, Scouted is an Umbrella Festival and Music SA...
South Australian Music Awards Nominations Open for 2021!
Image: SEABASS performing at the 2020 SAM Awards - taken by Jack Turner We are very excited to announce that the South Australian Music (SAM) Awards are back in full swing for 2021! After another very difficult year for the South Australian music industry, the SAM...
Umbrella Festival Program Hits the Streets!
Music SA’s popular open-access music festival boasts 290+ live music performances across more than 80 South Australian venues this winter! Music SA is proud to announce that after a hiatus in 2020, Umbrella Festival is back in 2021 for its fifth instalment, delivering...
NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK 2021
27 MAY TO 3 JUNE MORE THAN A WORD. RECONCILIATION TAKES ACTION Reconciliation Australia’s theme for 2021, More than a word. Reconciliation takes action, urges the reconciliation movement towards braver and more impactful action. Reconciliation is a journey for all...
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2021 AUSTRALIAN WOMEN IN MUSIC AWARDS
After extraordinarily successful years in 2018 and 2019, Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMA) will return this year on October 5 and 6, shining a light once more on the incredible accomplishments of women in the Australian music industry. Online nominations for 17...
Autumn Jams 2021
AUTUMN JAMS 2021 Photos by Nick Astanei
EQ Official Music Video Out Now!
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN PARTICIPANTS OF GLOBAL GENDER-EQUALITY MUSIC PROJECT ‘EQ’ RELEASE MUSIC VIDEO & DOCUMENTARY Music SA has today unveiled an official music video produced by the South Australian participants and mentors of the global UNESCO Creative Cities...
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN FOR 2021
Calling all local bands, if you’ve never performed for Scouted before, make sure get your expression of interest in soon! Scouted will take place on August 6th 2021, as part of Umbrella Festival! Scouted is a showcasing festival, celebrating local music in conjunction...
MDO ANNOUNCES GRANTS TO SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC INDUSTRY
The Music Development Office (MDO) have announced that $320,000 in South Australian Government grants is now available to support the ongoing recovery of the local music industry which continues to be impacted by COVID-19. Applications for the next round of the MDO...
LANEWAYS NAMED AFTER ICONIC ADELAIDE MUSIC ACTS
Global megastar Sia, rock music royalty Cold Chisel and era-defining No Fixed Address have had city laneways named in their honour by the City of Adelaide. The City of Adelaide has renamed the laneways to recognise music artists’ beginnings in Adelaide and their...
Autumn Jams 2021
Music SA, City of Prospect and headspace Adelaide are very excited to announce Autumn Jams, a 2 day songwriting and performance workshop for 12 - 17 year olds during the Autumn School Holidays, at Payinthi in Prospect. Aston Valladares from TOWNS, along with qualified...
SUPPORT ACT FIRST NATIONS INFORMATION SESSION
Music SA is pleased to be partnering with Support Act and Balya Productions to present this information session for First Nations Musicians, Crew and Music workers. Hosted by Cerisa Grant, Support Act Community Engagement / Social Worker, the presentation will touch...
Professional Development Awards 2021 – One Week Left to Apply!
Ready to take the next step in your songwriting or composing career? APRA AMCOS has announced the return of the APRA Professional Development Awards, a career boosting initiative which has helped further the musical success stories of Gotye, Morgan Evans, Caitlin Yeo,...
Cultivator Music Residency Call Out
Nexus Arts announces the unique new music residency project Cultivator. A first in SA, Cultivator will provide a funded residency opportunity to a South Australian based artist or collective to produce a music-led performance work. The selected artist/s will be given...
Australian Women in Music Awards to go ahead in 2021
Australian Women in Music Awards (AWMA) Founding Executive Director & Producer Vicki Gordon has confirmed that AWMA will go ahead with a full two-day program in Brisbane on October 5 and 6, 2021. AWMA was postponed in 2020 due to COVID-19. The inaugural event in...
Applications open for the Lighthouse Award $5,000 grant
Supporting women-identifying and non-binary artist managers Established in memory of pioneering artist manager Linda Gebar, The Lighthouse Award provides a $5,000 grant annually to a woman-identifying or non-binary artist manager. Applications are now open to those in...
Best Music Video and Composition Wins for SA
It’s that time of year again as the 2020 South Australian Screen Awards have just rolled around! Run by Mercury CX, the SASAs are a celebration of South Aussie short films, documentaries, music videos and more. While COVID kept it from being a full-scale physical...
The Journey Series at Parks & Rockreation
The JOURNEY series is the opening ceremony for each episode of Parks and Rockreation – in this 30 minute slot, we will showcase past Music SA students and the journey they’ve taken since undergoing their Certificate at Music SA. Some journeys have been bigger than...
SAM Awards Winners 2020
It has been an epic night of music and celebration of South Australia’s music community and industry, as the 2020 South Australian Music (SAM) Awards took place on the grounds of UniBar Adelaide’s College Green. Across 29 Industry Voted and People’s Choice Award...
Music SA is hiring!
WANT A JOB YOU LOVE IN A PLACE YOU LOVE? WE’RE HIRING! Music SA is looking for 3 key people to join our passionate team: Business Manager Training Manager Peter Hanlon Internship Please see below for all three positions descriptions and how to apply. Business...
Host and Performers announced for SAM’s 2020
With less than a month to go until the 2020 South Australian Music (SAM) Awards, we unveil the talented performers and host for this year’s event. Held for the first time in a specially constructed outdoor format, the 2020 SAM Awards continue to be a highlight of the...
TREATY – SA’s Newest First Nations Music Event
ANNOUNCING SOUTH AUSTRALIA’S NEWEST FIRST NATIONS MUSIC EVENT. CELEBRATING NAIDOC WEEK 2020 WITH THE THEME ‘ALWAYS WAS, ALWAYS WILL BE’ TREATY, a new live music showcase of South Australia’s best emerging and established First Nations artists, will be presented as a...
South Australian Music Awards Nominations Revealed!
This November 3rd, the 2020 South Australian Music (SAM) Awards will be celebrating the achievements of musicians, producers, videographers and venues from what’s been a decidedly unpredictable 12 months. Today, the SAM Awards reveal their nominees for this year’s...
GO LIVE Launch at The Jade
GO LIVE LAUNCH 1st September 2020 at The Jade Photography by Eve Burner [gallery...
Umbrella Festival Presents: GO LIVE
Many industries have taken a hit over COVID-19 restrictions; the music industry being no exception, but Music SA is launching an initiative to get musicians to the next stage. Umbrella Festival presents: GO LIVE is a major marketing campaign encouraging audiences to...
South Australian Music Awards Nominations Open!
2020 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN MUSIC AWARDS Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020 The accomplishments and emergence of wonderful South Australian music from over the last 12 months is set to be celebrated this year, with the South Australian Music (SAM) Awards powering ahead for 2020....
A Tribute to Two Adelaide Music Champions
It has been a heart-breaking week for the Adelaide music scene. Late Saturday night, our dearest Disk Edits announced the passing of local Audio Master and Proprietor, Neville Clark. Following this sad news only a few days later, SA punk champs She’s The Band...
Australian Government Announce Grants for Live Music Venues
The Australian Government has just announced their support in helping venues to host live Australian music. Small to medium live music venues are encouraged to apply for Live Music Australia funding to get back on their feet and prepare to host live shows. The program...
ALMBC Launches with 65,000 Live Music Jobs
The Australian Live Music Business Council has announced its formation, representing the interests of small to medium Australian music enterprises and the thousands of live music jobs they underpin - from booking agents and managers, venues and promoters, through to...
Music in the Streets!
Music is set to fill the streets, coming to you live from all corners of the city! From 3 July until 25th September, catch your favourite local acts performing pop-up sets and roving performances around the city, every Friday lunchtime. Grab a bite at one of the...
The World’s Smallest Stage
The World's Smallest Stage is coming in October 2020! Some of our best South Australian dancers, choreographers and musicians have been collaborating during isolation to create a 'social distancing inspired' series of dance performances that will be presented in a...
Umbrella Festival has announced the Go Live Gig guide. For all gig guide updates, please head to the Umbrella festival website HERE Do you have a gig coming up that needs promoting? Let us know by emailing your gig details to gigguide@umbrellafestival.com.au and we'll...
Support Act launches ‘On My Mind’
Support Act has announced the launch of On My Mind, a free online workshop series exploring the ins and outs of mental health and wellbeing for musicians, crew and other workers in the Australian music industry. Kicking off the monthly series on 9 July, the first...
Women in Music Mentor Program
The Women in Music Mentor program is a four-year nation-wide mentoring and training program aimed at empowering women in the Australian music industry. The program will run once a year from 2020 to 2023 and is designed to enable women to navigate their career and...
Music SA Appoints New General Manager
The Music SA board has pleasure in announcing its new General Manager, with the role going to musician, skilled administrator, IT professional and vocational trainer Kim Roberts. An active member of the local music community for the last 20 years, Ms Roberts has...
Can COVID Stop the Music!?
As COVID-19 restrictions have taken their toll on the music industry, musicians and music venues have bore the brunt, left with no crowds and no physical space for their music or voice to be heard. Except in one place... online! Live streaming has become the new norm...
? Friday 26 Leni Foyer Fridays BLOOM // Battle of the Bands Online ? Saturday 27 Space Jams - Volume 3 ? Sunday 28 Sunny Side Uploads presents: Druid Fluids Tamiym /// Album Launch Live Stream ? Friday 3rd Choosing Sides, Teenage Joans and DBS// The Show Must Go On!...
Australia’s Music Industry Pleads for Government Support in Open Letter
Australian music industry unites behind an Open Letter imploring the Australian Government to provide sector support to ensure its survival during the COVID-19 crisis. The urgent letter has been signed by more than 1000 artists, workers, venues & businesses such...
Artist Highlight: Owen Lindsay
Owen Lindsay is an incredible South Australian illustrator. Over the years, he's created album covers and gig posters for local bands, as well as illustrating for several Adelaide magazines including his current work with CityMag. We recently engaged Owen to create an...
Music SA Presents: Where’s Your Head At? – POSTPONED
Where's Your Head At? webinar has been unfortunately postponed until early next week. We apologise for the inconvenience. The new day and time will be announced shortly. In the meantime if you need urgent advice please contact any of the following:...
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL OUR MUSIC MUMS!
Happy Mothers Day to all of the wonderful mothers out there! We had a chat to a few amazing mothers in the industry and here's what they came back with... Skye Walter Music SA Marketing Manager, Wing Defence Name and Age of your kid Billy - 4 months What’s your...
SPOT THE SA BANDS COMPETITION!
In the devastating mess of COVID-19, sometimes we just need a little fun. At Music SA, we have done just that, by engaging local illustrator Owen Lindsay to create a ‘Where’s Wally’ of classic SA bands, spanning from 60s right up to the present day. In this one...
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