by Lauren Koopowitz | Jan 17, 2023 | Uncategorised
PLEASE NOTE: THIS OPPORTUNITY IS NOW CLOSED MusicSA is currently hiring! We are looking for three professionals to join our team in the following roles: • Marketing Assistant • Industry Development Manager • Industry Development Coordinator ABOUT MUSICSA...
by 100Proof | Feb 17, 2022 | Buzz, Charts, Contest, Featured Artist
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...
by Skye Walter | Sep 13, 2017 | Gigs, Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News, Opportunities
We’ve found the perfect excuse for the music industry, their family and friends to get together to enjoy some games, prizes, cake, art, a raffle, door prizes and of course music! Join us for a very special birthday. Yes! Music SA is turning 20 years old and...
by Skye Walter | Jun 23, 2016 | Gigs
Vinyl is back in a big way… and rightly so. The sound, the feel, the artwork….. it all adds to the music experience. Hello Newman are releasing a new 7″ vinyl this Friday 24 June at The Hotel Metro with friends The Systemaddicts and The...
by Skye Walter | Mar 23, 2016 | Opportunities
What do you do in a remote area where footy is king and music education is rare as rain? Find a driven choir director and brave little voices with big dreams, all ready for the chance of a lifetime! That’s the premise of “Wide Open Sky”, a...
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 | 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 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 | Jan 28, 2016 | Opportunities
Last year we announced the creation of a new website that features the folk genre, for both music and dance, in Adelaide. Folk MaD SA (aka Folk Music and Dance SA) is an online portal that includes a gig guide, directories for Clubs, Venues, Studios, Artists and more,...
by Skye Walter | Jan 13, 2016 | Opportunities
A series of $15,000 grants is available to help Australian artists with new sound recordings, thanks to a partnership between PPCA and the Australia Council. Previous recipients have included classical guitarists Slava and Leonard Grigoryan, jazz ensemble The...
by Skye Walter | Dec 2, 2015 | News
The Adelaide Music Collective has been thoughtfully caretaking the SA Music Hall of Fame collection for awhile now, and it has been gracing the walls (or should that be halls?) of the Goodwood Institute. Now it’s found a new home in the heart of the SA music...
by Skye Walter | Nov 26, 2015 | Opportunities
Attention Folkies! Come one, come all to a new website that features the folk genre, for both music and dance. Folk MaD SA (aka Folk Music and Dance SA) has launched an online portal that includes a gig guide, directories for Clubs, Venues, Studios, Artists and more,...
by Skye Walter | Nov 19, 2015 | Opportunities
“How do I get a gig?” It’s a question that every performer asks themselves at some stage, and Fresh 92.7 is all set to give you the answer! It’s the theme of their next Open House session at St Paul’s Creative Centre, on Monday 30...
by Skye Walter | Nov 5, 2015 | Featured Video
Joe Man Murphy has just shared with us his video for the track ‘Fault Line’. Filmed by Kookimoon, it features some great finger picking on an acoustic guitar, and a catchy song to match. The Folk-y troubadour also performs with local group The...
by Skye Walter | Oct 8, 2015 | Featured Video
Local troubador Trent Worley has just released his first official clip for the single ‘Around’. Filmed around Adelaide, the Semaphore Carousel, The Grace Emily Hotel, North Adelaide Golf Course and Sydney’s Luna Park, the also clip features a...
by Skye Walter | Oct 1, 2015 | Featured Video
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...
by Skye Walter | Aug 24, 2015 | Opportunities
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...
by Skye Walter | Aug 11, 2015 | Opportunities
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...
by Skye Walter | Jul 29, 2015 | Opportunities
Given BIGSOUND’s continuing growth as Australia’s premier music industry conference and artist showcase, QMusic is exploring options for structuring and strengthening the team. Expressions of Interest are now being sought from individuals who are keen to participate...
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 Skye Walter | Jul 1, 2015 | Opportunities
Are you the best high school act in the country? Then it’s time to enter Unearthed High 2015, as triple j is on the hunt for the next Japanese Wallpaper, Lunatics on Pogosticks, ASTA, or Stonefield. Open to songwriters, bands, producers / MCs, all you need to do...
by Skye Walter | Jun 4, 2015 | News
Finally! SA will get it’s own chance to stage the Reclink Community Cup! This much-adored charity football match series has a 21 year history in its hometown of Melbourne (and runs in Sydney too), annually pitting musicians vs media on the footy field. Once a...
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 | 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 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 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 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 | 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 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 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 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 | 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...
by Skye Walter | Feb 20, 2015 | News, SA Industry
Everyone loves The Garden of Unearthly Delights, yes? Here’s another reason why: The Garden Sessions return every Saturday and Sunday 2:30pm at the Bandstand, with FREE live music by homegrown talent. Brought to you by APRA AMCOS, Arts SA, and The Garden, in the...
by Craig Atkins | Feb 20, 2015 | Reviews
superhero ***1/2 4 piece rock outfit Undermine released their debut self-titled CD in 2012, with an impressive pedigree in production. It was recorded in Brisbane at Ultrasonic Studios, produced by Grammy nominated Brandon Friesen (Nickelback, Sum 41) and mixed in Los...
by Craig Atkins | Feb 20, 2015 | Reviews
better than nothing *** There must be something in the water down the South coast that produces so many rock/punk bands, with 4 piece Thursdays Friend being no exception. This hard rocking outfit comprising Dylan Jones on vocals & rhythm guitar, Luke Nanasi lead...
by Luke Penman | Feb 19, 2015 | Gigs
FEATURED GIG: Party crew fourwords return to Arcade Lane for the 2015 Fringe season, this time teaming up with the YOUNG MUSCLE collective to produce a series of shows in “a tropical laneway paradise”. PACIFICANA kicks off this weekend, with FLAMINGO...
by Skye Walter | Feb 19, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents, News, SA Industry
FREE LIVE MUSIC is back on the Adelaide Town Hall Balcony! After a brilliant season last year, this popular series returns as an official part of the Fringe Festival on Friday nights. Music SA has curated a wonderful list of acts, performing for you from 4pm: Friday...
by Skye Walter | Feb 13, 2015 | Uncategorised
Congratulations to the six South Australian acts who have been selected from more than 100 applications to showcase their live performance on the Clipsal 500 Adelaide concert stage with some of Australia’s best live artists from 27 February 2015. Read the official...
by Skye Walter | Feb 13, 2015 | Music SA News, Music SA Presents
Music SA is pleased to announce that six South Australian acts have been selected from more than 100 applications to showcase their live performance on the Clipsal 500 Adelaide concert stage with some of Australia’s best live artists from 27 February 2015. On top of...
by Luke Penman | Feb 12, 2015 | Gigs
FEATURED GIG: Feature Album on triple j, 99.9/100 album review on killyourstereo.com, a national tour almost over. Punk Rockers GRENADIERS have had a wild ride since the release of their second album, Summer. Celebrate with them at the hometown launch at the Crown...
by Skye Walter | Feb 12, 2015 | Top Pick Gig
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by Skye Walter | Feb 12, 2015 | Uncategorised
It feels like the crew from FOURWORDS have been a bit quiet lately, but they’re back at Arcade Lane again this year, collaborating with local musician collective YOUNG MUSCLE for a series of events called PACIFICANA. Promising a “Tropical Laneway...
by Skye Walter | Feb 12, 2015 | Opportunities
One of Australia’s most treasured songwriters Archie Roach will be the guest of honour at the next APRA AMCOS “Songwriter Speaks” edition. At this free event open to APRA AMCOS Members, Archie will discuss his history, influences and share some of...
by Savvy | Feb 12, 2015 | Reviews
self titled *** If you’re a lover of Folk/Jazz music, then you’ve just got to check out these guys. Strange New Folk are a 4-piece outfit consisting of keys, guitar, bass, and drums, and the first thing I noticed while listening to this EP was the way these guys gel...
by Savvy | Feb 12, 2015 | Reviews
hint of light **** One of the great things about being a reviewer is discovering new talent, and when I listened to this EP, I was in for quite the pleasant surprise. Move over John Butler Trio, Louis Donnarumma is here! Louis is a solo artist specialising in the...
by Phil Catley | Feb 12, 2015 | Reviews
songs for little people ***** These days, children’s musical interests progress straight from the preschool pop of “The Wiggles” (I’m a fan) to the Saturday morning sleazy video hits shows (I’m not a fan). Tim Moore has identified this gap in children’s musical...
by Craig Atkins | Feb 12, 2015 | Reviews
fall or fly **** Local 4 piece Imogen Brave have been rocking the Adelaide scene for a few years now, and have just released their second EP ‘Fall or Fly’. On offer is strong, tight and punchy rock, laden with chunky riffs (courtesy of Mick McClounan), and supported...
by Skye Walter | Feb 11, 2015 | Opportunities
The Josh Pyke Partnership is back! Together with APRA, the singer songwriter will be awarding a lucky fellow Australian musician with a $7500 grant to kick-start their music career. It’s not just about the dosh either – the winning artist also gets...
by Skye Walter | Feb 11, 2015 | Opportunities
Tick tock… You only have until 19th February to get your earlybird entries in for a shot at SA’s highest accolade in film, the 2015 South Australian Screen Awards. Now in its 16th year, the SASAs “exhibit, celebrate, support and promote South Australian...
by Skye Walter | Feb 11, 2015 | Opportunities
Media Arts Production film school (MAPS) is conducting sessions from 16-20 March, where Adelaide bands will work with the film school to produced some great clips. Now in the 4th year of this series, MAPS has made 14 clips in the last 3 years, including these 5 from...
by Skye Walter | Feb 10, 2015 | Opportunities
The Adelaide College of the Arts is again seeking bands to support their student base in gaining real world experience at providing live sound reinforcement. They’re offering bands an opportunity to perform in front of an audience of their family, friends and...
by Luke Penman | Feb 5, 2015 | Gigs
FEATURED GIG: ST JEROME’S LANEWAY FESTIVAL is back for its second year in Port Adelaide, featuring international acts ST VINCENT, FUTURE ISLANDS, FKA twigs,MAC DEMARCO and heaps more – but make sure you get there early to catch locals TKAY...
by Craig Atkins | Feb 5, 2015 | Reviews
bad:lands **** The Dunes have been on the Adelaide scene for a few years now, originally as a 2 piece consisting of Stacie Reeves (vocals) & Matt Reiner (guitar). Incidentally, Reiner is one of my favourite local songwriters stemming from the days of ‘The Aunt...
by Savvy | Feb 5, 2015 | Reviews
get that ***** So do you like the Prodigy? Yes? Well what if I told you that we have our very own equivalent right here in Adelaide? It’s true. Say hello to Leser 1! This guy pushes the industrial / big beat sound to whole new horizons, and uses samples, and his synth...
by Skye Walter | Feb 5, 2015 | Opportunities
Triple J Unearthed is at it again, giving unsigned acts the chance to play the big, Big, BIG stages! This time it’s Soundwave, and all you have to do to be in the running is have your best tracks uploaded to your Unearthed page. Easy. If you want to try to get...
by Skye Walter | Feb 3, 2015 | Course Feature, Music SA News
Time is running out to enrol for Music SA’s accredited Music Business Courses! Cert III starts 2 Feb, Cert IV on 10 March. You could be on your way to starting a new band, writing & recording, polishing your performances, sorting out your branding &...
by Skye Walter | Feb 3, 2015 | Featured Business
Disk-Edits is a stalwart of the SA scene for a reason! It is the name of the lips of some of SA’s best known acts, including longterm client the multi-ARIA award winning Hilltop Hoods, The Audreys, Peter Combe, Fairies TV, and over 1000 more CD projects. Known...
by Skye Walter | Feb 3, 2015 | Uncategorised
SA singer songwriter Tim Moore has taken an unique approach with his latest album. “Songs For Little People” is one for children and adults alike, and the latter will certainly appreciate that it diverges from the usual ‘high energy’ music that...
by Luke Penman | Jan 29, 2015 | Gigs
FEATURED GIG: Each January, street press mag RIP IT UP picks six acts they think are gonna go places in the proceeding year. For 2015 they’ve covered a wide variety of genres, picking WIREHEADS, LONELYSPECK,BROKERS, DELIA OBST, HORROR MY FRIENDand STRICT FACE....
