by Skye Walter | Jun 2, 2015 | Featured Video
Following in the footsteps of The Blair Witch Project, Urtekk shot their brand new clip for “Pareidolia” in The Woods, acknowledging its reputation for being a mysterious place. The 3rd of 3 parts in the DM3 Project for the instrumental electronic...
by Skye Walter | Jun 2, 2015 | Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Want to work in the music biz? Music SA is taking things on the road and partnering with Country Arts SA to deliver some FREE workshops for passionate young people 18+. From 10am-4pm Saturday 13 June and 10am-12pm on Sunday 14 June in Mt Gambier, we will be presenting...
by Skye Walter | Jun 2, 2015 | Featured Artist
Music SA welcomes electronic pop act Nakatomi to its South Australian Artist Directory. Comprised of local music veterans Emily Smart and Hamish Cox, the duo has been holed up for 12 months writing and creating their new sound, which has been quickly embraced by...
by Skye Walter | Jun 2, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, Opportunities
Music SA’s new Industry Development Manager, Emma Coyle, will be opening the doors every Monday for anyone needing one-on-one guidance with their band or music business. There’s no question too big or too small; from ‘how do I book a local...
by Skye Walter | May 20, 2015 | Opportunities
The lineup for Splendour in the Grass 2015 is huge, if by huge you mean Blur, Florence and the Machine, Mark Ronson, The Wombats, Tame Impala and more! Now thanks to triple j Unearthed’s latest competition, you could be part of it. The winning act will be flown...
by Skye Walter | May 20, 2015 | Opportunities
From Oxjam’s successful origin in the UK, where 50,000+ musicians have played to over a million people at thousands of venues, the month long festival is now hitting Australian shores this August. This is your opportunity to work together with other music lovers...
by Skye Walter | May 19, 2015 | Featured Video
If Melodic Hardcore is your thing, then you need to see Coves’ new video for hard-hitting track “Could’ve, Would’ve”, launched January 2015. Men of few words, they let the music – and vision – speak for itself. The single was...
by Skye Walter | May 17, 2015 | Opportunities
Reminder – Carclew Scholarship applications are open for artists aged 26 and under, for professional development opportunities to the value of $12,500 in categories of Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Creative Writing and Film/New Media. This is perfect for artists...
by Skye Walter | May 17, 2015 | Opportunities
The last Wednesday of the month is nearly upon us, and that means it’s Banter time. After a great start in April, the event gets a reprise on 27th May. Presented by Musitec and St Paul’s Creative Centre, this gathering of Adelaide’s music community...
by Skye Walter | May 17, 2015 | News
Congrats to Jess Nicks and Fat Trax – she’s has the honour of having the first CD launched on the studio’s new label, “Fat Trax Records.” Her new release “It’s Your Time” was launched to a full house at the Promethean in...
by Skye Walter | May 15, 2015 | News
The biggest night in SA film industry was held on 15 May with the annual SASAs (SA Screen Awards)! Congrats to all the winners, and extra thumbs up to Winner of Best Music Video (presented by Music SA). The accolade went to Dir./Prod Benjamin Dow for his treatment of...
by Skye Walter | May 13, 2015 | Music SA News, News
Our General Manager Lisa Bishop has featured prominently in local news lately, with features in The Advertiser’s Business Journal (pictured) and The City. She’s spreading the word about the potential effect legislative changes will have on live music...
by Skye Walter | May 12, 2015 | touring sa dates
Wednesday 1 July – Seether @ The Gov Friday 3 July – Tim Rogers & the Bamboos @ The Gov Saturday 11 July – Jimmy Barnes @ Entertainment Theatre Saturday 11 July – The Church @ The Gov Friday 17 July – My Friend the Chocolate Cake @...
by Skye Walter | May 12, 2015 | Featured Music
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by Skye Walter | May 12, 2015 | Uncategorised
The latest #1 band on Three D Radio has a clever name you won’t forget in a hurry! And it’s just a little bit...
by Skye Walter | May 7, 2015 | Music SA News, News
It is with a heavy heart that the team at Music SA announce that our Industry Development Manager of eight years, Gordon Andersen, is moving on to take up the role of Events and Promotions Officer at the City of West Torrens. Music SA General Manager Lisa Bishop said...
by Skye Walter | May 6, 2015 | News
UPDATE (6 May): An incredible outpouring of love yesterday at the celebration of the life of David ‘Daisy’ Day. Hundreds filled the Arkaba top room, with moving tributes, live music, famous faces and friends from all over the country. Photographer Ian...
by Skye Walter | May 6, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News
What better way to spend your Thursday lunchtime than out in the open spaces of Victoria Square – with live original music!? Music SA has lined up a great bunch of bands from this Thursday 7 May through 28 May from 12noon to 2pm, for the Adelaide City...
by Skye Walter | May 4, 2015 | News
The songs, the stories, the places, the people… the Adelaide Songs Concert explores them all! This new event celebrates our city’s history and identity with a concert / cabaret featuring 20 brand new songs inspired by the City of Adelaide, with poems,...
by Skye Walter | May 4, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News, Opportunities
Great news for acts down south! After a successful 2014, Southern Sounds is back, and bigger with even more opportunities for career development and showcasing. In 2015 the mentoring, masterclass & showcasing event has expanded to include a full day masterclass on...
by Skye Walter | May 4, 2015 | Opportunities
Just as the second lineup of musical acts have been announced for the National Indigenous Music Awards 2015 – including Frank Yamma, B2M, and The Painted Ladies – comes the news that NIMA nominations are now also open. The awards recognize acts from across...
by Skye Walter | May 4, 2015 | Opportunities
Want to play at BIGSOUND this year? Applications are now open for artists (Australian and international), for the prestigious showcase slots at the industry event & music fest in early September 2015. Local, national and international music industry delegates...
by Skye Walter | May 4, 2015 | Opportunities
AAM (The Association of Artist Managers) have announced the latest round of applications for their Manager Mentor Program, where six lucky managers will get 6-12 month mentoring sessions with high profile industry folk in the field, plus an all-inclusive trip to...
by Skye Walter | May 1, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News
UPDATE 1 MAY 2015 After a very successful launch last night at St Paul’s Creative Centre, the latest video clip series from the MAPS film school students are officially online! Head to our Instagram for a few photos from the evening’s proceedings, and jump...
by Skye Walter | Apr 25, 2015 | Opportunities
Attention Adelaide artists: applications are now open for the Stigwood Fellowships. Now in its 2nd year, the program offers personalised professional development and connections across the globe for local musicians AND industry entrepreneurs. Introduced by the State...
by Skye Walter | Apr 24, 2015 | Opportunities
The Adelaide Festival has partnered with Emirates Airline to offer two South Australian artists in the early stages of their career an opportunity to fly to an Emirates destination for a professional development experience. In this sense, ‘artist’ can...
by Skye Walter | Apr 22, 2015 | News
“I am making noise to end violence against women.” That’s the message of the #NotOn campaign, and we’re pleased to see it spreading through the support of many an Aussie band! SA’s own Bad//Dreems and The Beards have lent their voice to...
by Skye Walter | Apr 22, 2015 | News
The SA music industry loses a supportive local business as JL Music Publishing announce they will cease trading from the 30th of April as a part of voluntary windup of the JL Music Group by the Directors. They state it has not been an easy decision but have...
by Skye Walter | Apr 22, 2015 | Opportunities
More good news for musicians on tour ! QANTAS has now made a few changes to its “dedicated Musicians Additional Baggage Allowance” which benefits artists who are travelling with a musical instrument or other touring equipment. The changes should help them...
by Skye Walter | Apr 15, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
It’s that time again! If you’re an SA based musician, who is writing and performing their own music, now’s your chance to apply for the next round of grants from the Arts SA Contemporary Music Fund. This includes funding for recording, touring...
by Skye Walter | Apr 15, 2015 | News, SA Industry
Music SA has teamed up with the Riverbank Precinct to produce a series of live music events called Sunday Vibes. The family-friendly (and free!) affair continues this Sunday, April 12, with performances from The Timbers, Banjo Jackson (band), and Paige Renee Court...
by Skye Walter | Apr 15, 2015 | News, SA Industry
Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga was recently redeveloped and is now host to a diverse range of events and activities in the heart of the City. Traversed by the tram, it’s easy to access and with cafes and the Adelaide Central Market nearby there’s always...
by Skye Walter | Apr 15, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News, SA Industry
The Central Market has over 80 stalls and is South Australia’s most visited tourist attraction. This Market remains the food Mecca for multicultural cuisine and fresh produce, trading in fruit, vegetables, small goods, and café food. Today it remains the ‘Heart of...
by Skye Walter | Mar 19, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
Adelaide artists who are on the ball – you have the chance to meet one on one with James Boyd, State Manager (WA+SA) for Creative Partnerships Australia when he visits St Paul’s Creative Centre in early April. As part of Creative Partnerships...
by Skye Walter | Mar 19, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
Deadline: 13 April 2015 We recently gave you a heads up about the impending rollout of new app NXTGIG, well it’s all systems go from the 25th March and YOU can get in early with your gigs. NXTGIG is the “first-ever digital platform where event information,...
by Skye Walter | Mar 19, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
Aussie musicians are ‘good to go’, thanks to the Travel Beyond Group and AMIN (Australian Music Industry Network). They’ve designed a “dedicated travel portal” available to members of AMIN’s associated state and territory bodies, which...
by Phil Catley | Mar 19, 2015 | Reviews
circles ***** It’s a few years since I reviewed Squeaker’s “Fly Baby Fly” album, but I remember enjoying the week or so it spent on rotation in the car CD. When their new single “Circles” came up for review I was keen to hear how the band had progressed over...
by Tristan Newsome | Mar 19, 2015 | Reviews
fall or fly **** Appropriately as my pet Galah squawks madly in the backyard (‘Mr Cash’ for those playing at home), Craig Atkins’ new release Fall or Fly features a lone feather on the album cover, very striking and appropriate for the title. Opening track...
by Tom Gaffney | Mar 19, 2015 | Reviews
self titled *** Being compared to rock legends Guns ‘N’ Roses is no easy feat, but Adelaide old fashioned rock ‘n’ rollers Puritan seem to fit the vibe extremely well. The four piece have recently released their debut self-titled EP, and it’s as rich with...
by Skye Walter | Mar 18, 2015 | Opportunities
Six bands / artists have the chance to get a lives action video clip made by NIDA (National Institute of Dramatic Art), in the latest triple j unearthed competition. As part of an assignment for the post-grad directing students, this initiative has had great success...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2015 | News
Results are in! AMIN (The Australian Music Industry Network) recently surveyed its members on the financial costs of working as a professional musician, particularly those relevant to travel, insurance and accounting. According to the findings, trying to make a career...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2015 | News
Tickets are selling fast -as always- for the Adelaide Music Collective’s next Live Sessions at Goodwood Institute. The first official lineup of the series for 2015 includes none other than songwriting legend Archie Roach, with Mark Holden, The Yearlings and Max...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2015 | Opportunities
If your music genre fits into experimental, jazz, regional or music education, look into submitting for The Art Music Awards. Each year APRA (Australasian Performing Right Association) and the Australian Music Centre host the awards to recognise achievement in...
by Skye Walter | Mar 15, 2015 | Charts
Yes, the band name is a bit politically incorrect… but hey that’s rock & roll! Congrats to local act The Dagoes for debuting at #1 on Three D Radio this week, with their new “Supreme” LP with a whopping 16 tracks. The Australian power pop...
by Phil Catley | Mar 12, 2015 | Featured Review, Reviews
little flame ***** Max Savage set aside his band “The False Idols” for a short time to record some stripped back acoustic songs with only occasional support from guitarist Lachlan Ridge on three of the eight songs. This LP “Little Flame” is the result. This...
by Tom Gaffney | Mar 12, 2015 | Reviews
the road and the rail **** You very well may have heard of Adelaide’s cherished Exeter Hotel, and you no doubt know about blues, but have you listened to Adelaide duo Exeter Blues? Fronted by David O’Leary, a songwriter who has written a whole bunch of records over...
by Matt Saunders | Mar 12, 2015 | Reviews
in colour ***** Featuring memorable songs, engaging performances, and perfect production, this E.P. from folk pop duo Buffalo Boyfriend arrives with a seasoned and fully-developed sound, uncommon for a debut release. Their soulful voices complimenting each...
by Craig Atkins | Mar 12, 2015 | Reviews
please never *** Adelaide 4 piece alt rock/indie band Black Coral are Heath Newberry (drums), Khajiho Tokunaga (bass), Ian Messenger (guitar and vocals), Alice Reid (synth), drawing collective influence from bands such as Sonic Youth, Joy Division, Dinosaur Jr. and...
by Skye Walter | Mar 11, 2015 | News
A new APP that will help the music industry is heading our way – with its origins from right here in Adelaide! NXTGIG says it’s the “first ever platform built specifically for the entertainment industry to entwine geolocation with brand profile and...
by Skye Walter | Mar 11, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
ARBA (Adelaide Roots and Blues Association) has announced the inaugural “ARBA Memphis Blues Challenge”, representing the SA heats of the International Blues Challenge. The latter is the annual “World Cup” of the blues held by The Blues Foundation each...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
Every November there’s a special gathering of industry, musicians and punters in Melbourne for AWME – a music industry conference and showcase event for roots music. The Australasian Worldwide Music Expo is the Southern Hemisphere’s premier event of...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
APRA AMCOS has teamed up with local music industry organisations to bring you an event you can’t miss – especially if you’re a new APRA AMCOS member trying to find your feet in the local music scene. Want to know exactly what APRA AMCOS does, how...
by Skye Walter | Mar 9, 2015 | News, SA Industry
The first PromSong for 2015 is on Wednesday 25th March at The Promethean! This session’s lineup includes: Tom Farnan, Mat Drogemuller, David Bowering (The Cities Alight), Twig and Danny Boy Drummond, and Alan O’Toole. Each will be showcasing their songs,...
by Skye Walter | Mar 6, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents
Music SA, along with USASA (University of South Australia Student Association), is proud to present original live music coming to you across the Uni SA campuses, with the “Summer Music Series”. Every Wednesday for 6 weeks, musicians will be providing some...
by Skye Walter | Mar 2, 2015 | Music SA Presents, News, SA Industry
Another big tick for the Bands on Track program this year! Music SA and the Official Clipsal 500 chose 6 local acts to open for the headliners on the massive concert stage, and we’re so proud of the rockin’ result! Props to Urtekk, Koolta, Lazy Eye, Jac...
by Luke Penman | Feb 26, 2015 | Gigs
Orientation Week at Flinders Uni comes to a close with a huge party, featuring big name-acts SAFIA and THE GRISWOLDS, as well as locals TINK and DJ BOTTLEROCKETS. They’re also promising a nice little surprise. What will it be? Only one way to find out…...
by Tristan Newsome | Feb 26, 2015 | Reviews
the baddest man in shit town **** As I sit at my writing desk enjoying a well deserved whiskey, I contemplate the title of my review subject, the delightfully titled ‘The Baddest Man In Shit Town’ by Ben Gel & The Boneyard Saints. I wonder what could...
by Savvy | Feb 26, 2015 | Reviews
welcome to las vegas **** Listening to Big Daddy’s Discotheque’s new album took me back in time to the 1980s, an era this band is clearly influenced by, and to be honest, it was a refreshing change to hear a different musical style instead of today’s electronic...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2015 | News, SA Industry
Waymouth St comes alive with music, food and more on 6th March, as one of Adelaide’s great city streets transforms into a hip and sophisticated venue! Best of all, it’s FREE, and features acts from the Fringe Street Theatre Festival, plus DJs and live local...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
Earlier this year we mentioned ‘Access All Areas’, a new program coming to Radio Adelaide in April. Presented on Wednesdays at 2pm, Access All Areas will be created, produced and presented by young people aged 18 – 25 with a physical disability, with Jane...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
When Scorcher Fest returns to Adelaide on 12 April, it will now include the option for acts who apply to have a live recording. Having presented nearly 75 festivals on the Australian national circuit, Scorcher’s introduction of live recordings follows the...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2015 | Opportunities, SA Industry
The City of Onkaparinga brings you “Southern Sounds”, mentoring and performance opportunities to support emerging musicians. This year’s program sees a day long master class with Mixmasters Studios legend Mick Wordley (24 April), as well as mentoring...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2015 | News, SA Industry
In 2014 the Adelaide Music Collective had a busy year, with a series of Live Sessions at Goodwood Institute, and the accompanying inductions to the SA Music Hall of Fame, as spearheaded by Enrico Morena and David ‘Daisy’ Day. Not only has the Hall of Fame...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2015 | Opportunities
So – who’s off to SXSW soon? You lucky folks! Musitec is organising a little pre-trip get together for South Aussies who are making the trek to Texas in March 2015. Take this opportunity to network, have a casual drink with fellow travellers, and make some...
by Skye Walter | Feb 23, 2015 | Featured Festival, Festivals
South Aussies! Our Oakbank Racecourse has a very special ANZAC Day in store, as it plays host to Groovin’ the Moo on Saturday 25th April. There’s something for everyone with such acts as A$AP Ferg, Ball Park Music, Broods (NZ), Carmada, Charli XCX (UK),...
by Skye Walter | Feb 20, 2015 | Featured Festival, Festivals
Blenheim is back! Now in its 6th year, Blenheim Music and Camping Festival (aka BlenheimFest) returns to SA on 3rd April in the Clare Valley. This locally supported, volunteer run, not-for-profit festival, is an Easter favourite, and 2014 had 1300 punters. This year a...
