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November 12, 2021

The head of Music SA wants clarity on the industry’s comeback

Music SA general manager Kim Roberts wants to know how the state government’s roadmap will help the bruised arts and entertainment sector recover from COVID-19.

October 22, 2021

SAM Awards announces 2021 Industry Awards nominees

Finalists in the industry-voted categories of the 2021 South Australian Music Awards have been announced, including first-time nominees Teenage Joans, Bermuda Bay, Jess Johns, MARLON X RULLA and Mum Friends.

October 19, 2021

South Australia’s live music ecosystem is being suffocated

Sound technician Zach Stern is earning 10 per cent of his usual income, and musician Ben Whittington recently sold eight guitars to keep a roof over his head. Both music industry workers say they're questioning their careers and doubt the government is listening.

October 13, 2021

Councillors want State Government to sober up on liquor licensing fees

An elected member told council this week the state's liquor licensing fees should be revised, as CBD nightclubs and venues are paying an expensive price for their liquor licence despite being hindered by COVID-19 trading restrictions.

October 12, 2021

Adelaide’s music industry is losing its most dedicated workers

Two prominent festival and event organisers from music scene behemoth Five Four Entertainment are exiting the field, blasting SA Health and the South Australian government on their “insensitive” treatment of musicians and professionals on their way out.

September 30, 2021

Cast your vote in the 2021 South Australian Music Awards

Consider yourself clued-in to what's sonically good in Adelaide? Make your opinion known by voting for the best band or musical outfit in your genre of choice for this year’s South Australian Music Awards, the winners of which will be revealed at a ceremony in November.

June 10, 2021