BMA Magazine

17/09/2025

Spring in Canberra means STUFF, and BMA's latest pages tell a varied and exhilarating tale of homegrown festivals, suave jazz nights, returning heroes, myriad ways to learn and grow your own music, major upcoming shows 'n' announcements, and over 150 listed events.

09/09/2025

After a blistering year taking the stage on ZZ Top’s Australian Arena Tour, headlining the Melbourne Guitar Show, plus an APRA AMCOS Award nomination, Outstanding Songwriter of the Year Award finalist at the 2025 AWMA’s alongside Missy Higgins, Australia’s rock powerhouse Dallas Frasca is back—this time, paying homage to one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Dallas Frasca Plays Led Zeppelin…...

After a blistering year taking the stage on ZZ Top’s Australian Arena Tour, headlining the Melbourne Guitar Show, plus an…

07/09/2025

ANNOUNCES NATIONAL CAPITAL CITY TOUR DATES FOR FEBRUARY PRE-SALE COMMENCES WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 10, 9AM LOCAL TIME PRE-REGISTER NOW GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 12, 9AM LOCAL TIME AT fannylumsden.net NEW SINGLE “LOOK AT ME NOW” OUT NOWVIEW VISUALISER HERE Multi-award-winning artist F***y Lumsden has confirmed plans for a national tour, commencing in February to hit all capital cities. This exciting announcement follows the release of her new single…...

https://bmamag.com/2025/09/08/fanny-lumsden-announces-canberra-show/

ANNOUNCES NATIONAL CAPITAL CITY TOUR DATES FOR FEBRUARY PRE-SALE COMMENCES WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 10, 9AM LOCAL TIME PRE-REGISTER NOW GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE FRIDAY…

03/09/2025

“My name is Alec Randles and I’m a local fingerstyle guitarist and original singer-songwriter, currently touring down the east coast of Australia to celebrate the launch of my new single, Peace of Mind (produced by Kojo Ansah of Lake City Recording) on 12 September 2025. “I most recently performed in Newcastle, with upcoming stops in Sydney, the Kiama Folk by the Sea Festival, and finishing with…...

02/09/2025

The National Capital Orchestra continues its 2025 HARMONY season with an evocative afternoon of sound and storytelling at the magnificent Snow Concert Hall, under the masterful direction of Music Director Louis Sharpe. The NCO’s upcoming NEW WORLD concert features three incredible works, including two pieces that highlight local composers and soloists, along with one of the most beloved symphonies ever written....

02/09/2025

“Breathtaking. Captivating. Spectacular. A wondrous evening filled to overflowing with incredible memories that will last a lifetime!” – Arts Review Canberra Theatre Centre today announced Cirque Alice, an epic new show from the creators of the global smash hit The Illusionists, will be arriving in the Nation’s Capital from 22 January 2026 following a sold out run in Brisbane and fresh from its season in Singapore....

01/09/2025

In celebration of Heathers Day, it is announced that the global phenomenon Heathers the Musical is coming to Australia. Following record-breaking seasons in London and New York, the award-winning production opens here April 2026. The high-octane, black comedy rock musical – based on the cult 1989 film starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater – will play in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Canberra and Perth from April 2026…...

In celebration of Heathers Day, it is announced that the global phenomenon Heathers the Musical is coming to Australia. Following record-breaking…

12/08/2025

MEDIA RELEASETHE LEGENDS WERE TRUE! GOOD THINGS RETURNS WITH A TRULY MYTHIC LINE-UP! THE GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL 2025 Beyond mere tales of fable and fantasy, the next chapter of heavy music folklore is already waiting to be told. Australia’s largest travelling music celebration, Good Things Festival, is back once again for another round of alternative myth-making, bringing along a stellar roster of international legends, local heroes, and budding dreamweavers....

16/06/2025

CBR Reclink 2025 Community Cup | Ordinary Angels
Season Launch Fundraiser | Sun 22 Jun | 4.30 - 7.30pm | Gang Gang Café

Burley Griffin | Inez Hargaden | True Blue James | Oakelani

casual kicks, sign up info, raffle and MORE 🤘

Canberra Reclink Community Cup
Reclink Australia
Gang Gang Cafe
The Burley Griffin
Inez Hargaden Music
True Blue James
Oakelani

16/06/2025

Issue #553 | Struth Be Told with Justin Heazlewood | pg 11

Art is dead. Content is alive and well.
Art and civilisation has been parting ways for some time now. Music is wallpaper. Films are screen fillers. Paintings are quirky dream farts that make no sense. Poetry is what a tagline would look like if it had a nervous breakdown...

Head to the link below to read on ✨

Justin Heazlewood > Dream Burnie >

Struth Be Told with Justin Heazlewood. Art and civilisation has been parting ways for some time now. Music is wallpaper. Films are screen fillers

16/06/2025

Issue #553 | Best of CBR Music | pg 18

Termination Day by Tom Woodward sounds more like a reckoning than a warning. This is not only a result of the song's style but, perhaps more importantly, the style of delivery...

Head to the link below to read the rest of this 5 star single review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

https://bmamag.com/2025/06/16/tom-woodwards-termination-day-reckoning/

13/06/2025

What’s On? Lots On!

Smiths @ Belco : Neil Murray | Sat 14 June | Belco Arts

The Jazz Haus : Steve Hunter Band | Sat 14 June | Tuggeranong Arts Centre

Link in bio for tix and more ✨

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