Updates from the road, behind-the-scenes moments, and stories from the music scene in Central West NSW.
Musicians often spend thousands on guitars, amps, PA systems and other gear, but some of the biggest theft risks happen before and after the gig. After hearing several stories of equipment being stolen from cars, doorways and loading areas, I changed the way I handle my gear. Here are the habits I use to reduce the risk.
I use AI for posters, blogs and social posts for one simple reason: it saves me time. Running a music business means gigs, practice, bookings, admin, finances and promotion, so anything that gives me more time for music and family is worth using.
Agents, venue consultants and entertainment hirers can all play different roles, but the real issue is transparency. This guide explains who represents whom, who should be paying the musician, when commission is allowed, and the warning signs that venues and performers should watch for.
Confused about superannuation for sole-trader musicians? This guide explains when venues may need to pay super, whether it can be included in an agreed fee, what clubs cannot legally do, and how booking agents should handle payments to artists.
Shane Kerr reflects on more than 30 years of live music across Cowra, Orange, Bathurst, Young and the Central West, sharing the songs, people and moments that keep him performing.
Written your own funny or heartfelt lyrics for a wedding speech, birthday roast or special event? Shane Kerr can record the vocal for you with Sing My Speech.
These are themed live music nights built around selected songs, lighting and presentation to suit a specific era or style.
The idea is simple: guests scan the QR code on my banner and request a song directly from a pre-made list of songs I play live. No need to walk up mid-song, yell across the room, or try to describe a song with, “You know, that one with the guitar bit.”
