come to me – joy&sparkles

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Enter The Parallax @ Rhino Room

Enter the Parallax launches this weekend at The Rhino Room, promising to bring a new live electronic experience which will create “a communitas where people come together with mutual appreciation for the craft and creation of sound”. The first instalment...
hank wood and the hammerheads

hank wood and the hammerheads

Hailing from New York City come Hank Wood and the Hammerheads. The brash garage punkers are touring Australia late October through to November thanks to nopaitence records. Check out their LP ‘Go Home’ here. These guys hit you like a blast of mid 70s punk...
space bong

space bong

  Our Featured Video artists Space Bong are also about to embark on a tour of Australia and South East Asia through October and November. With the release of the album ‘Deadwood to Worms’ (including the single ‘Slow Spring’) on FALSExIDOL...

babes are wolves ep launch @ jive

Babes Are Wolves are relatively new to the scene, but when you look at who the group is made up of (The Villenettes, Gold Bloom, British Robots to name a few) there is a wealth of musical knowledge put together in this project. The band are now ready to launch their...
proof of life festival

proof of life festival

In less than a month, Adelaide will be brimming with innovative opportunities to celebrate live music. Introducing “Proof of Life” Festival, 6-14 November, which is offering YOU a chance to get out amongst it and see more live music. It’s a call to...
menagerie

menagerie

[fusion_text]Its been two years since we heard any new material from Menagerie, in the form of EP Shapes Have Passed, but thats all about to change.  The acoustic/psychedelic 5 piece are back with new track Foreign Beings, taken from the newly announced EP The Letting...

best gigs 8 – 14 oct

Lots of gigs happening this week, including the release of the new EP by Glass Skies ‘Fly On, Children’. Their psych rock stylings will be taking over the Crown & Anchor Hotel on Saturday 10 October along with electro wizards Urtekk. You can stream the...
2 oct – babes are wolves

2 oct – babes are wolves

Taking over from the Wireheads number 1 run on Three D Radio is Babes Are Wolves with their single ‘Wait’. Looking forward to seeing them launch ‘You Only Live Twice’ at The Jade on 16th Oct with Hey Lady (NSW) and Red Desert Ocean. Always good...
pete drummond’s chop shop

pete drummond’s chop shop

Tasty chops, Single stroke 3’s, 4 way Singles, Half-Diddles…. if we’re speaking your language then you’ll love the new workshop presented by ETI: “Pete Drummond’s Chop Shop”. The 2 hour session on 24 October will help you...
summer sounds art after dark

summer sounds art after dark

Attention emerging Adelaide musos – ART AFTER DARK will soon be launching Summer Sounds in Adelaide’s West End district, and they are on the lookout for performers. One Thursday per month, local musicians will have the opportunity to showcase their music...

best gigs 1 – 7 oct

    The Crown & Anchor has been giving us some amazing live gigs lately, and none more so than this weekend! Flyying Colours are over from Melbourne as part of their ROYGBIV EP launch tour. Having recently been in Adelaide playing to a packed room at The...

young offenders “boys are out”

Young Offenders have been on the scene since early 2013, and making themselves known to fans and industry types with their Brit Punk Indie sounds. Having supported bands like The Dead Kennedys and The Cribs, the band have just announced a new video for the track...
young offenders

young offenders

Not content with releasing a new video for their track ‘boys are out’, Young Offenders have just announced their first national tour, taking in the sights of Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne, finishing off with a big show back home at Jive. 22nd October...
gorgeous festival

gorgeous festival

Gorgeous Festival the annual boutique music, food and wine event hits McLaren Vale again this year in fine form. From its new home at Penny Hills Estate Gorgeous is set to wow all of the senses with a killer musical line up, art installations, food and wine. After the...

october – november 2015

OCTOBER Festivals: Semaphore Music Festival Oct 2-5 Fleurieu Folk Festival Oct 23-25   Touring: Friday 2 October @ Adelaide UniBar – Code Orange Friday 2 October @ Fowler’s Live – Behemoth, Watain, Bölzer Friday 2 October @ The Gov – Last...
25 sept – wireheads

25 sept – wireheads

Third week in a row for Wireheads at #1 on Three D Radio. ‘Big Issues’ is getting some good airplay! Nice to see more locals lingering in the top end of the chart too, including the much anticipated release by Babes Are Wolves. We don’t have to...

semaphore music festival

The October long weekend is always a celebration for Adelaide – given the last one was back in the cold days of June. Over the past few years, its been a weekend of live music down at Semaphore, courtesy of Semaphore Music Festival. Whilst the majority of the...
brokers

brokers

[fusion_text]Adelaide electronic 4-piece Brokers are releasing the first song “Curious Sleep” from their upcoming album Resettler. The release follows their 2013 EP Miosis which saw the band supporting the likes of Flume, Seekae, and BadBadNotGood as well as playing...
18 sept – wireheads

18 sept – wireheads

Wireheads are holding on to the #1 spot on Three D Radio with their ‘Big Issues’, but hot on their heels are a couple of locals with debuts at #3 (Snobby Oxalis) and #5 (Babes Are Wolves). Compilation ‘Rock! Wreck’ & Rule!’ charged up...
porch sessions season 3

porch sessions season 3

Can you believe it’s already that time of year again? The next run of Porch Sessions is upon us, and the first show of Season Three has been announced, including an exciting new “porchling season pass”! South Australia’s fave travelling...
salisbury secret garden seeks acts

salisbury secret garden seeks acts

Adelaide’s favourite Fringe Hub in the north – the Salisbury Secret Garden – is now in its third year of bringing thousands out of the city centre during the busy festival. Now the largest and fastest growing Fringe Hub outside of the CBD, last year...
ozasia festival packed full of fun

ozasia festival packed full of fun

Music, theatre, dance, music, film and visual arts…. noodle market!… OzAsia Festival has it all! Australia’s leading international arts festival entirely dedicated to engagement with Asia kicks off in Adelaide on 24 September, running through to 4...

jesse davidson – ‘lagoon’

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11 sept – wireheads

11 sept – wireheads

Wireheads recently ventured across the border to VIC to share the bill for a double EP launch with Old Mate in Collingwood. Now they return home to find their new release, ‘Big Issues’, sitting at the #1 spot on Three D Radio. Welcome back! According to...
jac dalton lp

jac dalton lp

powderkeg ****   American born singer Jac Dalton and his band have made their mark on the city of churches this year, scoring a spot at the Clipsal 500 concert series was no mean feat. On the back of this performance was the release of PowderKeg, Dalton’s third...
banjo jackson lp

banjo jackson lp

self titled ****   Banjo Jackson has been traipsing the streets of Adelaide for quite some time now, formerly of Jimmy and The Mirrors and currently forging a great solo path on a worldwide scale. It is easy to pick straight away – this is folk pop done at its...

best gigs 9 sept – 15 sept

To say Horror My Friend have had a good year would be a slight understatement… Just announced as a Stigwood Fellowship artist, new releases, showcasing at Bigsound AND signed to the poison city records family for their debut album ‘Stay In, Do...
band jam studio workshop

band jam studio workshop

Fat Trax presents the next in its popular series of Band Jam Studio Workshops on Tuesday 15th September. This FREE evening offers an “Introduction to Studio Recording” at Fat Trax studios from 7pm, plus free wine, soft drinks, food and fun! You do have to...

best gigs 2 – 8 september

A Death cover, album called ‘Diseased Diety’ and tracks including ‘Impetus of Misery’ and ‘Feasting on the Flesh of the Elders.’ That should give you a good idea of what to expect from Adelaide metal heavyweights Voros’ new...
otto knows oz

otto knows oz

Otto Knows will be in North America this week, but he’s headed down under for some Aussie shows in October, including Adelaide at HQ. His global hit single ‘Million Voices’ was certified Gold in Australia, and his latest release ‘Next To...
11 sept – wireheads

28 aug – wireheads

We count no less than 8 local acts with debuts in this week’s Three D Radio airplay charts, and yes (our favourite thing), this includes the #1 spot. Congrats to the Wireheads, who enter the Top 21+1 at, well, the Top! They’re in Melbourne this Friday for...

september – october 2015

Wednesday 2 September – Motion City Soundtrack @ The Gov Thursday 3 September – Bec Sandridge @ Grace Emily Thursday 3 September – Wells @ Ancient World (FEATURED) Friday 4 September – Gang Of Youths @ Adelaide UniBar Friday 4 September -Self Defense Family @ Crown...
kylie brice

kylie brice

We were first wowed by Kylie Brice while Music SA was judging a local songwriting competition. She won the title – and some recording time – and our instincts have proven correct. This local Singer/Songwriter sounds like Missy Higgins meets Clare Bowditch,...
orelia ep

orelia ep

an imaginary life **** Orelia are a fantastic two piece with piano and delightful vocals at their core, underlay by solid, dynamic drum work. The duo have been cruising around the Adelaide scene, playing – quite suitably, given their Dresden Dolls vibe they output –...
favour the brave ep

favour the brave ep

self titled *** At their worst Favour the Brave come out as a new millennial combination of Disturbed and Fall Out Boy, but at their best the band boasts a lot of great riffs, productions values and instrumental proficiency. ‘Don’t Know Don’t Care’ opens with...

best gigs 27 august – 2 september

The ‘Cranka plays host for Black Coral’s EP launch this Saturday 29 August, as the 3 piece happily show offer their style of ‘dark vivid lyrics with atmospheric guitar, bass driven harmonies, astound rock beats and textured synth.’ You’ll...
timberwolf ep launch

timberwolf ep launch

He’s only 24, but Chris Panousakis, aka Timberwolf, is rapidly rising through the music scene in Australia. Having started the year with a spot at WOMAD, as well as Groovin the Moo and an upcoming showcase at Bigsound, he’ll also be supporting Gin Wigmore...
cozmo beregofsky lp

cozmo beregofsky lp

drunken monkey **1/2   Cozmo Beregofsky is a emcee based out of Adelaide who has been plying his trade in local scene since late 2012. ‘Drunken Monkey’ is his first full length release and he has received national radio airplay within this short period – an...
horror my friend single

horror my friend single

stay in ****1/2 Grunge, alternative, hardcore, indie, rock. Whatever you want to call it, Horror My Friend are doing it right. The trio appear to be the go-to poster band which Adelaide music lovers reach for when bragging about our best acts – and for good reason,...
gripping music film series at mrc

gripping music film series at mrc

Here’s something for lovers of music AND movies! As part of The Mercury Cinema’s film society – Adelaide Cinémathèque presents This Creative Life, a series of six curated films which explore the idea that the creative life can be both a curse and a...
scumfest #3

scumfest #3

A lot of events describe themselves as ‘explosive’… but in the case of Scumfest, they’re right! Old Queens Theatre is where you need to be on Saturday 14 November, where the one and only “legendary Australian yob-rock outfit” The...
time to banter

time to banter

Time has flown by, and we already have another Banter event on the very near horizon… as in tomorrow Weds 25 August! Presented by Musitec and St Paul’s Creative Centre, Banter is a monthly gathering of the Adelaide creative community where all are welcome...
radiothon runs 21-30 aug

radiothon runs 21-30 aug

There’s no denying that Three D Radio is a huge supporter of South Australian music, and now it’s time for you to put your hand in your pocket and return the favour. The volunteer-run station is supported by subscribers, and committed to playing...
tkay maidza

tkay maidza

National Tour 2015 Tkay Maidza is off on tour in September / October, and she has a lot to celebrate… Such as? Supporting Rita Ora & Mark Ronson, nailing Splendour, new hot single and video clip… the list is growing! Kicking off in Canberra in...
14 aug – kitchen witch

14 aug – kitchen witch

And Kitchen Witch are back on top! They’ve kept “Trouble” amongst the Three D Radio Top 20+1 charts for awhile now…. See, we told you William Street Strikers & Black Coral – we didn’t believe you that “Nothing” was...
california cousin

california cousin

Congrats to California Cousin, who are on the cusp of releasing their newest EP ‘Be The Revolution’ on 20 August, with an official launch at The Bridgeway Hotel. The 4 track EP in early March at House of SAP studios in Adelaide, and the trio says it is “a war...
slick arnold – “pv”

slick arnold – “pv”

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wanted: french inspired music for market

wanted: french inspired music for market

The Alliance Française d’Adelaide is proud to announce the planning of its 3rd French Market, and they’re looking to host live music at the event. This is where YOU might come in… The market will be held in Unley (Soldiers Memorial Gardens) on 27-28...

best gigs 6 august – 12 august 2015

Adelaide’s Rin McArdle has an impressive list of supports under her belt, including The Cairos, Thelma Plum, Josh Pyke, Emma Louise, Tim Rogers and more. This Saturday she now steps forward with her debut offering, the EP “Lefty Lou & The Hamley Street...
the artisan rabbits “i”

the artisan rabbits “i”

We are impressed with The Artisan Rabbits. These young lads have proven they’re not only talented, but can churn out one heck of a catchy tune in the space of a day! As part of the Winter Jams workshops, they wrote “I” during one session, recorded it...
winter jams videos

winter jams videos

Remember Winter Jams? Our program with the Adelaide City Council in the July school holidays was a complete success, and we were enthralled by the artistic results achieved in only 3 days. That’s 3 days to write, record AND film a brand new, original song....
14 aug – kitchen witch

31 july – kitchen witch

Talk about good timing… Stoner Blues & Roots Rock act Kitchen Witch launched their ‘Trouble’ EP on Friday 31 July, the very day it moved up to the top spot on the Three D Radio charts. The title track is the first single off the band’s...
bianca jane single

bianca jane single

forever’s just a word *** Bianca Jane’s ‘Forever’s Just A Word’ endearingly starts with something reminiscent of an Atari video game sound track before kicking into the real deal riffs – and, my Lord, are there riffs. The track almost sounds like hair metal...
it’s a hoax ep

it’s a hoax ep

only when **** Five piece indie rock outfit It’s a Hoax, released their EP, Only When, in September last year. They have supported Adelaide musical royalty of the likes of Julia Henning with this material and for a good reason. The five guitar lead tracks are...
reign ep

reign ep

reign ****1/2 There is an absolutely wonderful aura that surrounds REIGN, in that they’re just so easy to love. Whether you’re a metal/hard rock lover or hater, I’ve got a pretty good feeling you’ll find a soft spot for the five piece quite easily. They’ve just...
timberwolf ep

timberwolf ep

flux ***** Timberwolf, or Chris Panousakis, is an upcoming indie folk artist from Adelaide. It seems in a relatively short space of time he’s built quite the swell of support behind him and after listening to his five tracks available online it’s not hard to see why....

best gigs 30 july – 5 august 2015

    Trent Worley launches his album at the Crown & Sceptre, Horror My Friend kick off their single, and The Dunes finish up their Grace Emily residency. Thursday July 30 Crown & Anchor – Electric Sex Pants + The Pro Tools + Denni Proctor...
sxsw invites sa creatives

sxsw invites sa creatives

South by Southwest (SXSW) representative Phil Tripp (13-year SXSW Rep for Australia, New Zealand & Hawaii) will include Adelaide in his national series of Movie Meet ‘n’ Greets. A date, venue and speakers have been set for August 3 (Monday) in South...