by Skye Walter | Mar 22, 2016 | News
The Music Industry Council (MIC) for South Australia has a new Chair in 2016, with the appointment of APRA AMCOS’ Matt Swayne (pictured). Swayne is the South Australia Writer Services Representative and State Office Manager for the licensing and royalty...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2016 | SA Acts on Tour
Young Offenders are at it again…. Back on the road through March. Dates include: Fri 18 March – Jade Monkey – Adelaide Thurs 24 March – The Vic – Sydney Sun 27 March – The Old Bar – Melbourne Mon 28 March – TBC –...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2016 | Scene Buzz
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by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2016 | Featured Video
Grenadiers dropped the new single ‘Live Fast, Diabetes’ at the start of February, at the same time announcing a national tour. At the end of February, they released the official video. Part Tarantino, part crime movie, part excess, the clip sees the band...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2016 | Top Pick Gig
BlenheimFest is a locally supported, privately run, not-for-profit festival, held at Easter time at Blenheim in the Clare Valley. Our aim is to showcase talented local musicians, raise funds for New Hope Cambodia…..and above all, to throw a party that...
by Skye Walter | Mar 17, 2016 | Gigs
A little while back, Grenadiers released a new single (with an incredible film clip) called ‘Live Fast, Diabetes’ – and now you have the chance to see it live at The Jade on Friday 18 March with Horror My Friend and Young Offenders...
by Skye Walter | Mar 16, 2016 | Opportunities
It’s that time again! Submit your application in the latest round of Arts SA’s grants for the contemporary music industry. If you’re an SA based musician, who is writing and performing their own music, now’s your chance to apply for the Arts South Australia...
by Skye Walter | Mar 15, 2016 | News
Huge news for Musitec as they sign an agreement with Berklee Institute for Creative Entrepreneurship (BerkleeICE) to develop a program that will allow South Australian students to explore, develop and commercialise their ideas through international research and...
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 | Scene Buzz
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by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Top Pick Gig
Its the end of Fringe, which means that its time again for WOMADelaide to take over the botanical gardens just outside of the city again for the long weekend! Running from Friday until Monday evening, the world music festival is bringing the goods; The Cat...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Featured Artist
[fusion_text]Wasted Wanderers formed in early 2014 – from an impromptu jam on the stage at everyones favourite pub The Grace Emily at Billy Bobs BBQ Jam. Fast forward to 2016, the band have released an EP (Goddamn Anything) to a packed room at Jive, and done a...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Featured Music
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by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Uncategorised
Bloodhounds On My Trail are heading over from Melbourne to celebrate the launch of their EP “Escape II” that was released last year to much acclaim. The shoegaze band will play The Hotel Metro on Saturday 12-Mar-2016 with locals Blush Response and...
by Skye Walter | Mar 10, 2016 | Opportunities
These fine chaps want to give you money. How does $10,000 toward releasing an album or EP sound? The Hilltop Hoods Initiative offers an up-and-coming Australian hip hop or soul artist a grant to help fund the manufacture, marketing and distribution of a release of...
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 7, 2016 | Opportunities
After a 2 year hiatus The City of Burnside is pleased bring the 12th annual Battle of the Bands event to Burnside. Bands, solo vocalists and duos from all over SA are encouraged to apply! This is not a one-off event. There are two initial heats leading up to a blow...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Crown & Sceptre Hotel has been hosting live music for a very long time, according to the staff, “before the dark times, before Bieber. Probably during the 1970s.” A hundred years before that, it was billed as “the only iconic South CBD Hotel” (note...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Opportunities
Following the success of Musitec’s TechJam in its first year, which helped form partnerships for Little Birdy and ETI, along with nine new companies through the Connected Music City Challenge, TechJam is back! With presentations from TechJam’s Connected...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic Features
We love a good reprise! And a good dose of Neil Young. Luckily, the team behind ‘Helpless – The Songs of Neil Young’ returns after a successful 2015 season with a show filled with even more classic songs. The good folks behind ‘Elastico’,...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic Features
‘Mama Jambo’. Such fun words to say. The quirky warehouse cafe / music venue in the West End offers “tasty meals sourced from local produce with an African twist”, in which case it seems the ideal place for the Fringe show ‘Acoustic...
by Skye Walter | Mar 7, 2016 | Frusic, News
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by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Wheaty and Waits – now that’s a good combination! So are the artists involved in bringing their Fringe show to the Thebarton venue, “Beautiful Blue – Songs in the Key of Tom Waits”, including Nigel Wearne (VIC), Cal Williams Jr, Emily...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
In a big coup for local trio Me ‘N’ Me Mates, they’ve got Aussie legend Ted Egan on board for their shows at Fringe – hot on the tail of their performances together at Tamworth earlier this year. Winner of a Lifetime Achievement Award at the...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
The Crown and Anchor Hotel is ideally placed for Fringe madness, in the heart of the East End and mere steps away from the ‘hubs’. But it also holds its own throughout the year as one of Adelaide’s best and popular live music venues, a reputation it...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
Guitarist Declan Zapala is having a good year. 2016 has seen him perform along side guitar legend John Williams at London’s Bush Hall, and saw the release of his debut album ‘Awakenings’ (String Theory Records UK) at the coveted Royal Albert Hall...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
Tucked away behind the Town Hall is a charming little venue that plays host to The Garage International’s series of Fringe shows. Top of our list is “Oriental Flair”, performed by The School of Chinese Music, and led by outstanding eastern harp...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Frusic Features
Not only has the captivating sound and visual experience that is Heartache & Drum Breaks wowed Fringe audiences – it’s obviously wowed the Fringe Awards panel too as it took home a Highly Commended Weekly Award. Tim Whitt’s world is one of weird...
by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Scene Buzz
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by Skye Walter | Mar 4, 2016 | Featured Video
Baby Carla is the latest project from Carla Lippis, with her backing band Sacri Cuori. Directed by Aaron Schuppan and Produced by Koral Chandler, the track and video are a perfect fit between old 60’s Rock’n’Roll and Soul. The debut EP is out...
by Skye Walter | Mar 3, 2016 | Top Pick Gig
Clipsal 500 has rolled around again, and MusicSA is proud to present Bands On Track again; Providing local SA bands the opportunity to perform in front of thousands of people. This year the bands picked are: Nakatomi & Cabin Cults w/ Peking Duk & Sneaky...
by Skye Walter | Mar 3, 2016 | Gigs
Kitchen Witch seem to be playing on every stage in Adelaide lately, and rightly so! Fresh from supporting The Sword (USA) a few weeks ago, the band are back at The Grace Emily with Sons Of Zoku supporting. If you’re looking for a Frusic show, our top picks are...
by Skye Walter | Mar 3, 2016 | Opportunities
In recognition of the limited opportunities for art music composers to have their works performed, APRA AMCOS has initiated the Art Music Fund. Australian and New Zealand composers are now invited to apply for a grant from a total pool of AUD$100,000. The funding is...
by Skye Walter | Mar 3, 2016 | News
No foolin’ – the 1st official Live Sessions from Adelaide Music Collective is April 1st at Goodwood Institute, and its season is starting in style. Of course, the AMC has been busy this year already with their Yesterday’s Heroes series, special...
by Skye Walter | Mar 3, 2016 | Opportunities
The image above says it all, really… MAPS is back with their latest sessions of live music clips, and you are welcome to apply. Media Arts Production Services FILM SCHOOL program at Hamilton College has a long history of preparing filmmakers, and here’s...
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 | Mar 1, 2016 | Opportunities, Umbrella
Introducing “Umbrella: Winter City Sounds”, a new live music festival presented by Music SA. The inaugural Umbrella will be held from July 15 to August 7, offering an exciting smorgasbord of curated live music projects and other performances across the...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
Ahhhh, The Grace. This beloved hotel in the West End is an oasis of live music, great beer, fun crowds and no pretension. The Grace Emily Hotel has been active in the Adelaide Fringe for 10 years roughly, with steady growth in shows and audience. The last 5 years have...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
After taking Europe by storm in 2015, Adelaide born artist Kirbanu is back down under to release her 2016 album Drifting and to perform at the Fringe. Kirbanu collects stories, weaving them into engaging songs that are brimming with heart and soul – then shares...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Scene Buzz
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by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Featured Artist
[fusion_text]Thom Lion & The Tamers are one of the bands selected to play the Clipsal 500 on Sunday 6 March, and have just released a new single ‘Mess At Best’. The ear-friendly indie-pop track should capture the attention of radio stations and...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
What you need to know about The Jade: it’s amazing! (Actually, you knew that already…) Nestled nicely into a 150 year old heritage building, it is a performance space, bar & cafe, and has one of the most gorgeous ‘beer gardens’ in town. It...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Gigs
The Port Rocks on Sunday 28-February looks like it’ll be a party like no other! Rockabilly, Rock’n’Roll, Indie Rock and Folk acts in Heritage Pubs down in Port Adelaide, followed by a cruise on the Dolphin Explorer where you’ll see The Timbers,...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Frusic Features
Living in Berlin for 4 years sounds pretty darn good… Melbourne born artist PHIA thinks so, and is finally returning to Oz for some shows after writing and performing all over Europe. In Adelaide for the Fringe, she has several shows at the Grace Emily, where...
by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Featured Music
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by Skye Walter | Feb 25, 2016 | Top Pick Gig
Paper Arms have been around the music scene since 2008, and have fit an amazing amount of things into their career; National tours, European tours, Festivals and more…. But all good things must come to an end… so with that in mind head down to The...
by Skye Walter | Feb 24, 2016 | Frusic Features
Fringin’ in the ‘burbs? You need to head to the “Top of the Ark.” At only 5 minutes from the CBD, The Arkaba Hotel a convenient eastern mini ‘hub’ for the festival. Bonus: free parking and all day dining til 10pm! This Fringe...
by Skye Walter | Feb 24, 2016 | Opportunities
Applications are now open for the Fleurieu Folk Festival 2016 edition – which just happens to be its gala 10th year celebration! The annual 3 day family friendly celebration of contemporary and traditional folk music is held in the picturesque Willunga, and it...
by Skye Walter | Feb 24, 2016 | Opportunities
One of Adelaide’s largest singing schools, Talentworx Studios is looking for another awesome Voice Coach to join their talented team. Flexible days/hours available, and they are looking for someone who is happy to start off with just a few hours a week and build...
by Skye Walter | Feb 22, 2016 | Frusic Features
Singer/songwriter, Guitarist, percussionist, composer, advertiser, lawyer, drinker, ranter. Quite a lot of titles for one man, but Dave Sattout handles them all with deftness. The Sydney based muso journeys west for Adelaide Fringe, bringing along his dextrous guitar...
by Skye Walter | Feb 19, 2016 | News
Just announced – Radio Adelaide will have a future independent of the University of Adelaide for the first time since its founding in 1972, thanks to an inspiring new deal with fellow community station Fresh 92.7. Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Warren...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
For her first ever Fringe show, Adelaide vocalist Racheal Leahcar brings the best of her collection to the Salisbury Secret Garden along with good mate Kylie Brice. It’s also a day before The Voice finalist’s 22nd birthday! A legally blind...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Scene Buzz
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by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | SA Acts on Tour
Following on from the release of the new track ‘Live Fast, Diabetes’, Grenadiers have announced a national tour with locals Horror My Friend. The pair will be hitting up venues in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, plus appearances at the Long...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Featured Video
The Hilltop Hoods are no strangers to the Adelaide scene, and they have a new album coming out soon called “Drinking From The Sun, Walking Under Stars Restrung”. They’ll also be hitting the road towards the end of April 2016. Check out the video...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Top Pick Gig
Pilot Records burst onto the scene in 2012, helping some of Adelaide’s underground bands gain exposure through a number of ways; most notably is putting together some of the best parties we have seen in the form of “Pilotfest” and the...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Gigs
Bumper Gig Guide this week! Of course we have a heap of FRUSIC picks for the week ahead, and our top picks are highlighted with a so make sure you get along to all of them! One of those special shows is happening Saturday 20 February at Jive. Backed by an...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
Jive is a west end institution, and a home for live music since 2003. Originally opened as a Gentlemen’s Club called The Baygonue in the late 1950s, the building was also well known as La Belle in the ’70s. It was very popular as Toucan Tou in the ’80s,...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
Another fest within the fest! South Australia gets its first Psychedelic/Stoner Festival this year with ‘TripFest’ at The Gov, Sat 27 Feb. Brought to you by Gravy Train Promotions, it boasts a lineup of some of our best loved psychedelic acts in the scene,...
by Skye Walter | Feb 18, 2016 | Frusic Features
In one of the most unusual settings for a Fringe performance, you’ll find The Fiddle Chicks at the Adelaide Planetarium for their show “Don’t Worry About Brucie”. The gals have played there before a few times, where their virtuosity and a...
by Skye Walter | Feb 17, 2016 | Opportunities
Adelaide has a new digital radio station! KIXX Radio® promises less talk and more MUSIC, and they want to showcase SA music. At 7pm weeknights, the program KixxStart has all the best local South Australian tunes, and throughout the week you’ll also hear the...
by Skye Walter | Feb 17, 2016 | Opportunities
Do you live down south? Want to learn about the music industry? The good folks at Re-Engage Youth Services are running a semester long Certificate 1 Music Program in the southern region called “C.Y.M.B.A.L.” – that’s Community Youth Music...
by Skye Walter | Feb 15, 2016 | Opportunities
The 3rd season of Splash Adelaide Winter Season is on its way! Following the huge success of the Splash Adelaide Winter Season last year, it’s time to submit your creative idea for an event or activation of a city space that will make a splash. Any ideas...
by Skye Walter | Feb 15, 2016 | Frusic Features
“One show only!” Now that better motivate you to get on over to Fringetix quicksmart. Folk Sessions with Luke Marshall & Luke Hueppauff is bound to be a delightful and intimate performance at the Grace Emily Hotel, featuring original songs about...
by Skye Walter | Feb 15, 2016 | Frusic Features
It’s a Fest within a Festival. “The Port Rocks” is on the last Sunday in February in Port Adelaide, bringing you live music in heritage pubs AND a dolphin sanctuary cruise!! On 28 February, the Port has it all. It’s got Rockabilly, it’s...
