SONNY LANDRETH: ‘LIVE IN LAFAYETTE’ ALBUM INTERVIEW
Commonly known as the ‘King of Slydeco’, legendary American blues guitarist Sonny Landreth has earned the respect of some of music’s greatest artists including Eric Clapton,
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Commonly known as the ‘King of Slydeco’, legendary American blues guitarist Sonny Landreth has earned the respect of some of music’s greatest artists including Eric Clapton,
Australian blues journey man and acoustic guitarist extraordinaire Lloyd Spiegel will officially release his new studio album This Time Tomorrow on July 3rd. Even though it’s
Yes we know … last week we announced the ‘full’ list of artists either performing or in session at the 2017 Melbourne Guitar Show. However, the
The Mercy Kills are part Sunset Strip trash, part CBGB’s style raw rock, yet still 100% pure oz rock n roll champions. Formed in 2009 they
ACE FREHLEY READY TO THRILL AUSTRALIAN AUDIENCES THIS OCTOBER, AS VERY SPECIAL GUEST ON THE ‘SPEND THE NIGHT WITH ALICE COOPER’ CONCERT TOUR The rock and
Newcomers and last year’s Bank of Melbourne ‘Melbourne Music Bank’ winners, Tempus Sun have recently announced their debut single Owls, an unstoppable powerhouse that is built
Virtuoso guitarist and visionary composer Steve Vai will release Modern Primitive on July 7th, 2017 through Favored Nations Entertainment, the indie label founded by Vai in
The Washburn HD20SCE is a classic dreadnought acoustic guitar with cutaway for superior upper fret access. It features a solid spruce top for superior tone that
Q: I have a Fender USA Deluxe Strat. It has the newer 2 point trem, whereas my older strat has a 6 screw. Both have been
It was a big in 2015, huge in 2016 and now in 2017 the Melbourne Guitar Show will be even greater. Presented again by Triple M
Twenty two years ago a bunch of Lismore-based mates formed a raw, rock ‘n’ roll band called Grinspoon. Two years later they released their debut album,
PAUL McCARTNEY BRINGS HIS ONE ON ONE TOUR TO AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND THIS DECEMBER Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, 21-time Grammy Award winner
Welcome to a new Australian Musician series we’re calling ASK RAY, in which respected Melbourne guitar luthier and repairer Ray Carlton will discuss guitar-related topics and
The Dives are a new 4 piece rock band out of New York, who have been riding a strong industry buzz based on the quality of
The Winter Gypsy have just released a new single Bojke (prounouced ‘boy-ke’), a wistful and perceptive ode to a beloved family dog. Stream: BOJKE The song
With the 2017 Melbourne Guitar Show just 7 weeks ago, here’s a taste of the main stage action at last year’s show with Geoff Achison and
The feedback from the inaugural Sydney Drum & Percussion Show last month indicated that the public enjoyed the quality of talent on stage and in sessions,
The Artwood series is the embodiment of what might be called the Ibanez “modern approach to tradition.” Cutting edge woodworking technology enables the guitar maker’s luthiers
The first bass designed by Ernie Ball Music Man, the Stingray 5 was unveiled in 1987 and has been an industry standard for extended range basses
ADRIAN BELEW POWER TRIO at Bird’s Basement. June 13, 2017: Gig report and Video interview Interview by Greg Phillips. Photos and video assistance by Jason Rosewarne
Renowned UK guitarist, composer STEVE HACKETT made a name for himself as lead guitarist in the pioneering progressive rock band Genesis in the early 70s. He
Vince Jones and Orquestra do Brasil. Melbourne Recital Hall. Melbourne International Jazz Festival. Saturday June 10, 2017. Review by Greg Phillips The impeccable quality of sound
Melbourne will be in the presence of guitar royalty next week when musician extraordinaire Adrian Belew plays an up close and personal week long residency at
E-drum launches at Drum Show By Allan Leibowitz The debut Sydney Drum and Percussion Show was well-timed for product debuts, offering Roland its first opportunity to
American four piece rockers The Dives have unearthed a swaggering, punchy style of rock that other New York bands seemed to have mislaid quite some time
DV Mark officially launched the Gambale Sweep Masters Competition today. This contest invites guitarists from all over the world to submit a video of them playing
Sydney based garage-soul rockers Polish Club have just wrapped up a sold out Alright Already album tour. Australian Musician’s Greg Phillips caught up with John and
Melbourne’s harmony-based acoustic pop/rock outfit Husky have just released their third studio record, Punchbuzz. Recorded in Melbourne with producer Matt Redlich, the captivating sound of Punchbuzz
The inaugural Sydney Drum & Percussion Show at Rosehill Gardens May 27 & 28, 2017 was an explosion of sound and vision featuring acclaimed drummers such
Donny McCaslin Group The Toff in Town, Melbourne Melbourne International Jazz Festival by Greg Phillips Celebrating its 20th year, the Melbourne International Jazz Festival has always
Donnarumma have recently released their raucous debut single Love Your Man, a horn-bouyed heavy hitter that leaves little to the imagination, out now. The trio have
Sometimes being a musician in a vibrant music scene is akin to playing the dating game. You go from band to band, testing to see if
Michael Schack and Ryo Takasaki (SPD ONE engineer) demo the 4 new SPD ONE pads at Australian Musician’s Sydney Drum & Percussion Show May 2017. The
PLAYING IT FORWARD BENEFIT CONCERT FOR STUART (CHET) FRASER, SUPPORT ACT AND OLIVIA NEWTON JOHN WELLNESS CENTRE featuring JOHN FARNHAM, JIMMY BARNES, NOISEWORKS & DIESEL TICKETS GO on