by Effie Karapilafis | Aug 5, 2024 | Music SA News, News, News - Featured Post
Photographer: Ashleigh Noordhoek On Friday 2 August, MusicSA’s Scouted 2024 showcase saw 10 of South Australia’s most exciting unsigned acts perform across two iconic West End live music venues: Jive and Nexus Arts. The lineup consisted of: ...
by Melissa Griffin | May 20, 2022 | Gigs, Music SA News
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...
by Skye Walter | Jul 1, 2016 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Sounds Australia presents “Insights into International Genre Events” in partnership with Music SA, Musitec and the Music Development Office. Sounds Australia will be in Adelaide presenting an evening of insights into the many genre events that are now available...
by Music SA | Mar 23, 2016 | Music SA News, News, Uncategorised
After eleven years service, Music SA is sad to announce Digital Marketing Manager, Elizabeth Reid is moving on to take up the dual role of Community Liaison for St Paul’s Creative Centre and Program Officer for the Music Development Office. Music SA General Manager...
by Skye Walter | Mar 11, 2016 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
If you attended Music SA’s information session on Wednesday (or are subscribed to our eNews), you will have heard the news about a brand new live music festival presented by Music SA. The inaugural “Umbrella – Winter City Sounds” will be held...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Opportunities
UPDATE! 10 March 2016 Lots of buzz last night as our 23 chosen acts for the Vision and Sound initiative met with their respective filmmakers from Flinders University. St Paul’s Creative Centre was packed! The acts were selected from nearly 50 entries, and...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Music SA, APRA AMCOS and the Music Development Office present “Shake Your Money-Maker: A Masterclass in the Art of Stagecraft.” This is the 4th event in a series of professional development forums aimed at tooling up South Australian musicians and industry...
by Skye Walter | Mar 1, 2016 | Opportunities
Listen up guitar lovers of Adelaide! Adelaide Festival Centre’s 2016 Adelaide Guitar Festival is launching a brand new and inclusive program called Guitars in Bars. Guitar in Bars is taking the Adelaide Guitar Festival to the pubs and clubs of South Australia –...
by Skye Walter | Feb 11, 2016 | Frusic, Music SA News
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by Skye Walter | Dec 15, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News
Interest is soaring in Music SA’s series of accredited Music Business Courses for 2016, with enrolments for some Certificates looking set to double in numbers! It’s no surprise really, if you consider some of the amazing tutors and guest presenters that...
by Skye Walter | Dec 9, 2015 | Course Feature, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
It’s time to make YOUR Music Career happen…. Music SA’s Courses are ACCREDITED and have proven success! See courses.musicsa.com.au We have helped nurture some of the best talent and industry players in town. Examples? Recent grad Yung Gemmy just...
by Skye Walter | Nov 19, 2015 | News
Grammy Award winning artist Rob Thomas is set to headline an exciting new entertainment program at next year’s Clipsal 500 Adelaide, running 3-6 March 2016. Sharing the stage with Rob at the Sunday concert is Australian blues rock band, The Black Sorrows featuring...
by Skye Walter | Nov 13, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Clip It! is a music video production initiative brought to you by the Media Resource Centre (MRC) and Music SA, generously funded by Arts SA. Clip It! aims to assist MRC members to develop and produce a music clip for local Music SA musicians (band or solo artist),...
by Tristan Newsome | Nov 5, 2015 | Reviews
live at mixmasters volume 1 **** Live at Mixmasters is the latest release from Adelaide stalwart Zkye Blue and is of the road worn and tested quality anyone who has seen Zkye Blue live would come to expect. Recently Live at Mixmasters won the album of the year at the...
by Jonty Czuchwicki | Nov 5, 2015 | Reviews
Trouble **** Kitchen Witch’s debut EP Trouble opens with its self-titled track. The band encapsulates their sound instantly with the blues driven lead riff, hearty vocals and down beat centric drumming. The guitar sound is full of life while the solo adds a neat bow...
by Skye Walter | Oct 19, 2015 | Music SA Presents, Opportunities
It’s not too late to enrol for Music SA’s range of Music Business Courses, 2016. Broaden your education, develop new and existing skills, network & build industry contacts – we’ll show you the way. What’s on offer? A wide range of...
by Matt Saunders | Oct 8, 2015 | Featured Review, Reviews
big nothing ***1/2 The latest from post-punk outfit Black Coral is consistent and cohesive; the songs on Big Nothing share mostly similar grooves, complimentary instrument tones, and fuzzed out vocals that are obscured to the point that words often fall prey to...
by Michael Hunter | Oct 8, 2015 | Reviews
brighter than the sun **** 23 albums from SCALA in 25 years is a remarkable tally by itself; made more impressive by the fact they’re all compilations of various Adelaide singer songwriters and composers. Right there is an indication of how much talent there is to be...
by Savvy | Oct 8, 2015 | Reviews
oculus magnus *** Before even listening to Surviving Sharks music, I was interested in their album name Oculus Magnus, So I did a quick internet search to find it’s meaning. As far as I could establish, it means, “a great round or eye like opening” so there ya go....
by Patrick Lang | Oct 8, 2015 | Reviews
the missing ***1/2 Adelaide songstress Jay Power has been putting out soul-heavy albums for some years, but on The Missing it’s clear that several things have changed – not the least of which being her stage name (she was previously known as Jayne-Anne...
by Skye Walter | Oct 7, 2015 | Opportunities
Special offer for artists listed in Music SA’s Directory! How does ‘free digital distribution’ sound? Thanks to our friends at Ditto Music, Music SA’s listed artists can have their releases distributed through their ‘essentials’...
by Skye Walter | Sep 30, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
**** SOLD OUT **** Music SA, APRA AMCOS and Pirate Life present “The Ins and Outs of Music Festivals” – the next forum in our professional development series aimed at tooling up South Australian musicians and industry practitioners. What: Topic – The Ins...
by Skye Walter | Sep 22, 2015 | Frusic, Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News, Opportunities
INTRODUCING ‘FRUSIC’ Get double the promotion – for FREE – when you register your venue or music act for Adelaide Fringe 2016! Not only will you be listed in the official Adelaide Fringe guide & website, but you’ll also be featured in...
by Skye Walter | Sep 17, 2015 | Music SA News, News
(pictured clockwise from top left: Amy Cook, Joel Byrne, Adam Vanderwerf, Peter Hanlon) Music SA is pleased to announce that as a result of our recent internship recruitment, we have appointed Adam Vanderwerf and Joel Byrne to the role of Project Officers, with...
by Skye Walter | Sep 9, 2015 | Gigs
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...
by Skye Walter | Sep 2, 2015 | Gigs
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...
by Skye Walter | Aug 27, 2015 | Gigs
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...
by Skye Walter | Aug 25, 2015 | Music SA News, News
25 August 2015 – UPDATE The Music Development Office has created a Google Map, illustrating the Adelaide Live Music Census as it covers the CBD & near surrounds – a fascinating visual depiction of our local live scene. 13 August 2015 In response...
by Skye Walter | Aug 12, 2015 | Featured Festival, Festivals
All inclusive, all ages, with an outstanding lineup? Sounds good to us. Vision Festival is on its way to Jive on 26 September, for a mind-bending 10 1/2 hours of music. From 12 noon til 10:30pm you’ll be treated to the sounds of Urtekk, Glass Skies, The Dunes,...
by Skye Walter | Aug 6, 2015 | Gigs
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...
by Skye Walter | Aug 5, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News, Opportunities
TONIGHT (Wednesday August 5) Band Connection kicks off at The Station in Murray Bridge, with a special guest band in store.. What’s Band Connection all about? It aims to create. Innovate. Inspire. If you want to join a band, they’ll show you how – no...
by Skye Walter | Aug 5, 2015 | Opportunities
It’s on every electronic musician’s radar – the EMC, Sydney’s annual Electronic Music Conference and Asia-Pacific’s premier electronic music industry event. Each year EMC attracts hundreds of speakers, artists, delegates and aspiring DJs and...
by Skye Walter | Aug 4, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News
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....
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 30, 2015 | Reviews
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...
by Kyle Opie | Jul 30, 2015 | Reviews
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...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 30, 2015 | Featured Review, Reviews
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...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 28, 2015 | Featured Artist
It’s always nice to see when a fantastic artist really stands out from the crowd. Paige Renee Court, a solo folk/indie singer songwriter, has been playing the local music game for the last few years, where she’s played at variety shows, acoustic nights,...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 27, 2015 | Featured Video
West Thebarton Brothel Party are on fire right now. Since the supergroup have formed, they’ve supported greats such as Wavves, and have released some killer singles. The rockers have released a music video for their recent single ‘Misophonia’, and...
by Matt Saunders | Jul 21, 2015 | Reviews
oncoming clouds ***** Clocking in at a brisk 26 minutes, Tom West’s Oncoming Clouds blow through and disperse before you know it, but the comparatively brief time spent in their shadow brings with it a shower of riches that cleanses the spirit and invigorates...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 21, 2015 | Reviews
okay **** There’s been a pretty big rise in bedroom artists over the last five years, with recording equipment easier to obtain, and huge acts such as Flume and Baths influencing left-field production work. With this movement, there are some hidden treasures buried...
by Matthew Jolly | Jul 21, 2015 | Reviews
making maps ft. joel braithwaite ***** I know Luke Carlino as a live solo performer who combines a sweet soulful voice with acoustic guitar and imaginative use of loop pedals to produce sparse but eloquent tunes. ‘Making Maps’ takes these ingredients and...
by Savvy | Jul 21, 2015 | Featured Review, Reviews
hiding to nothing ***** Adelaide rockers Bad//Dreems have released single “Hiding To Nothing”, taken from their upcoming album Dogs At Bay. You could compare this single to fishing, in that you’re the fish, and you’re definitely going to get hooked and reeled in. Once...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 16, 2015 | Reviews
in transit *** If Rapid Transport were a food, they would be a fast-food beef patty. That is, they have potential to be very appealing to the right person – but to a layperson, nothing really stands out. Bands such as Rapid Transport sort of exist to appeal to a...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 16, 2015 | Featured Review, Reviews
fear the night ft. jesse davidson ***** As soon as this track kicks in, you can instantly identify the trademark production style of Luke Million. His sound reminds me of the awesome 80s and early 90s, the time where people really started to experiment strongly with...
by Jonty Czuchwicki | Jul 16, 2015 | Reviews
moonfaker *** Moonfaker’s self-titled release opens on ‘Cut Your Hands (Get Your Teeth Dirty)’, with its strengths pointed specifically at the fill heavy drumming, breaking down into a double time high hat groove to great effect. While the mildly crunched guitar...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 16, 2015 | Reviews
truce *** Trent Worley has a knack for a tune and a chorus. This is a solid set of songs entrenched in a tradition of Aussie rock that might be described as rootsy pub-rock. The arrangements give evidence to Trent’s roots leanings with lap-steel combining with...
by Skye Walter | Jul 15, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Music SA is proud to announce an exciting new opportunity for someone to join our team and take that next step in their music industry career. We are now seeking applicants for a 12 month PAID Internship with our company, on a permanent part-time basis. This...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 14, 2015 | Featured Artist
He’s the man on everybody’s lips. You may know Kaurna Cronin from his performances as a wonderful folk-solo artist who’s got a little bit of acts such as Ryan Adams, and Neil Young in his music. Cronin has just released his acclaimed album...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 14, 2015 | Featured Video
Red Light Sound have released a film clip for their incredibly passionate, guitar-driven song ‘Latitudes’. The accompanying music video is just as – if not more – dynamic, passing between the band’s appearances in a breathtaking forest...
by Skye Walter | Jul 10, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News
It’s a bittersweet event for the Music SA Cert III Event Management students, as their major live music event is also the last ever shows of two Adelaide bands. All That I’m Asking (pictured) and S is for Spaceship headline “Hard To Say Goodbye” at...
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 9, 2015 | Top Pick Gig
This Thursday at the Crown & Anchor, Slick Arnold’s performance is not to be missed. The three boys have been killing it over the years, and bringing acts such as Blue Mountain Haze, The Steadfast Arms, and DRUID FLUID makes it all the sweeter.
by Tom Gaffney | Jul 2, 2015 | Top Pick Gig
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by Skye Walter | Jul 1, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News
MUSIC SA and Adelaide Airport are pleased to announce that their successful partnership program “This Is SA Music” continues throughout 2015. A curated original SA music series, “This Is SA Music” is performed live at Adelaide Airport every Friday afternoon, plus...
by Skye Walter | Jul 1, 2015 | Music SA News, News
You may have noticed a few new faces at Music SA of late… We’ve had some excellent team members join our ranks for a range of new activities in the past month. We’ve been loving the enthusiastic approach of Publicist extraordinaire, Koral Chandler,...
by Tom Gaffney | Jun 30, 2015 | Featured Artist
Dialect’s probably someone you’ve heard preceding another artist ‘Despair’ – both artist are part of a seemingly unstoppable hip-hop duo who turns heads wherever they perform. For now, though, Dialect’s in the spotlight for a...
by Tom Gaffney | Jun 30, 2015 | Featured Video
Caper is back with a fantastic new film clip for his track ‘This Is Our Game’. If you’re into passion-driven hip hop that tells it like it is, it’s definitely recommended to treat yourself to what the Adelaide-based wordsmith has given us this...
by Skye Walter | Jun 16, 2015 | Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Adelaide City Council and Music SA proudly present “Winter Jams”, a new series of school holiday workshops. Suitable for 13-17 year olds, Winter Jams runs over 3 days (7 – 9 July), where participants will perfect their music skills with guidance from...
by Skye Walter | Jun 16, 2015 | Featured Artist
Photo: Ben McGee To say we were waiting for Koral Chandler’s debut LP with great anticipation would be an understatement… Having recorded at top SA studio Mixmasters, with many a new band member in tow, the result is “Nocturnes”, a “grown...
by Skye Walter | Jun 16, 2015 | Featured Video
The Porch Sessions gang has branched out with a new series – the envy-inspiring titled “The Road Trip Sessions”. Yep, they are on the road with a film camera in tow, capturing footage of local artists performing in stunning locations. Case in point: blues / soul...
by Skye Walter | Jun 11, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Music SA and APRA | AMCOS present Breaking Out of The Nest – the next masterclass in a series of professional development forums aimed at tooling up South Australian musicians and industry practitioners. What: Topic – Breaking Out of The Nest – Touring...
by Skye Walter | Jun 9, 2015 | Featured Music
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by Skye Walter | Jun 9, 2015 | SA Acts on Tour
Live in Europe June 2015 – August 2015 June 13 – Ashtorre Rock Hall, Saltash, CON (United Kingdom) June 14 – Tamar Inn, Calstock, Cornwall, Calstock, CON (United Kingdom) June 15 – The Blue Peter Inn, Plymouth, DEV (United Kingdom) June 16...
by Skye Walter | Jun 9, 2015 | SA Acts on Tour
Live in Europe May – July 2015 May 27 – SR1 Radio Concert, Saarbruken, Germany May 29 – SR1 Radio Concert, Stuttgart, Germany Jun 1-5 – Coole Schule Tour, Zurich, Switzerland Jun 10 – Phoenix Artist Club, London, UK Jun 11-14...
by Skye Walter | Jun 9, 2015 | SA Acts on Tour
Cuffed & Collared Tour 12 – 27 June 2015 12 June – Jive Bar, Adelaide, SA 19 June – The Tote, Melbourne, VIC 20 June – Goodgod Small Club, Sydney, NSW 27 June – Crowbar, Brisbane, QLD
by Skye Walter | Jun 8, 2015 | Featured Tour, Touring SA
One for The Smiths fans – and beyond! The one and only Johnny Marr, one of Britain’s best loved guitarists & singer/songwriters, treks to Oz in July. Can you believe it’s his 1st solo show in Adelaide? He and his band grace The Gov stage on...
by Skye Walter | Jun 5, 2015 | Featured Venue
The Crown & Sceptre bills itself as the only iconic South CBD Hotel, and if you ask local musicians you’ll know why. Featuring live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays, you’ll also find cold beer, smooth wines, sleek cocktails and delicious food....
