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Ed Nimmervoll is a legendary Australian rock music journalist, author and historian. He worked on rock magazines Go-Set (1966-1974) and Juke (1975-1992) both as a journalist and as an editor. Since 2000, Nimmervoll has been editor of HowlSpace, a website detailing Australian rock music history, providing artist profiles, news and video interviews.
DID YOU KNOW? Bruce Springsteen bought his first guitar at the age 13 for a paltry $18. When Springsteen was 16 years old, his mother took out a loan to buy him a $60 Kent guitar, and this was memorialized in Springsteen’s song ‘The Wish’.
MILESTONE
70 years ago Nat King Cole recorded for the first time. The song in question, ‘Sweet Lorraine’, is part of Nat King Cole mythology. It’s popularly held that Cole was essentially a piano player until a drunk at a bar badgered him into singing ‘Sweet Lorraine’, causing Nathaniel Cole to discover his singing voice. What actually happened was that he was already singing the occasional song between the instrumentals when he encountered the drunk audience member. Cole didn’t know the song he was being asked to sing, so he sang ‘Sweet Lorraine’ instead. His singing DID make an impression and now he was singing that song in the recording studio.
WHAT’S NEW
Eventually - probably in the new year – we’re going to hear a new U2 album . It already has a name ‘Songs Of Ascent’. We know this because on the way to a new album U2 register a website address with the same name and months ago they did this with ‘Songs Of Ascent’. The songs for the album were recorded at the same time as last year’s ‘No Line On The Horizon’. But since then the band has back in the studio AND they’ve recorded songs for Bono and Edge’s ‘Spiderman’ musical for Broadway. There’s a lot of music to choose from then, and in 2011 we’ll begin to hear it.
WHAT CAME FIRST
Hardly the name you’d be expecting to break new ground for music in 1987, but almost 40 years into his recording career Tony Bennett’s ‘The Art Of Excellence’ became the first album to be initially released on CD instead of the traditional vinyl format.
WHAT’S THAT SPELL?
Legendary jazz clarinetist Woody Herman’s parents were Otto and Myrtle HERRMAN. It was Woody who changed the spelling of the familial name to Herman.
QUOTE UNQUOTE
Singer songwriter Billy Joel said: “I can't think of one person I've ever met who didn't like some type of music”
I FOUGHT THE LAW
In 1997 Danbert Nobacon from British anarchist rockers Chumbawamba was arrested by Italian police for wearing a skirt and was detained in police cells overnight.
THE NAME GAME
“White Wedding” punk rocker Billy Idol was born William Michael Albert Broad. The name Billy Idol was inspired by a school teacher’s description of Broad as “idle”. Billy decided on the other form of the word. |
At Allans Music + Billy Hyde we strive to give our customers the best value for money.
We realise that with the Aussie Dollar at an all time high against the US dollar more people are deciding to buy off-shore, particularly from the USA. Some products are cheap enough in comparison to Australian prices to see customers willing to:
- Have NO warranty or service back up
- Possibly pay duty, freight, customs clearance fees and GST on certain goods
- Risk power supply issues
- Make our music industry less viable
The deals do seem that attractive and we can see that even considering the above, it is too attractive to ignore.
Our industry is working to create a more level playing field for our customers - we are working with our local suppliers to achieve a closer parity situation at every opportunity - in this climate it is in our interests to be able to more closely compete.
Australian music retailers invest heavily in our own industry to display and stock the world’s best brands. We also support our local musicians -
NOT ONLY DO WE PRIMARILY EMPLOY MUSICIANS
- We sponsor local battles of the bands, gigs and festivals
- We support community music organisations in Australia
- We support music programs for less fortunate youth
- We present instore workshops and learning opportunities for our customers
- We provide after sales service and product back up
And so do many Australian music retailers.
So give us a chance at the business. We will go out of our way to match all bona-fide* overseas prices. Tell us what you want, where you're getting your prices from, and the TOTAL cost of getting it here and we will do our best to get your custom.
* Some overseas stores will NOT ship overseas, so there's no point quoting their on-line prices when you can't actually buy at these prices.
There will be times when we just can't match some OS prices but we will do our utmost to get as close as possible so that your business stays in Australia.
Buy from Allans Music + Billy Hyde and you will get all the support and warranties you're entitled to, plus professional service and advice both pre and post purchase.
Call us on 1300 88 4321 or 1300 885 496 and give us a go – we’ll do our best to give you the best deal.
We did it!
The first ever Australian live audio/video recording of a Yamaha Disklavier took place at Bennetts Lane, Melbourne on 24th November, 2010 featuring the Daniel Gassin Trio.
The Yamaha Disklavier is a genuine acoustic piano utilising cutting edge technology which allows performances to be recorded and faithfully reproduced for future enjoyment.
The forthcoming DVD will be available for viewing in Allans Music + Billy Hyde stores which have a Yamaha Disklavier piano on the floor. This is unique as while the DVD is playing the keys on the piano will be playing exactly as Daniel Gassin played on the night (and what a gifted player Daniel is!).
See the Yamaha Disklavier
online or audition one in store at Allans Music + Billy Hyde soon. Thanks to everyone who made this incredible event possible!
On Thursday the 28th of October Allans Music + Billy Hyde Bourke Street hosted the official launch of the Mushroom Music Songbook. Media and music industry peeps were invited along to celebrate the creation of this musical masterpiece. The night kicked off with a welcome from head of Mushroom Publishing Ian James who thrilled the crowd with inspiring stories about many of the artist and people involved in the creation of this documentation of Australian music history. The evening then went on to feature intimate acoustic performances by Tim Rogers (You Am I), Adalita (Magic Dirt) & Josh Pyke, whose musical works all feature in the book.
The Mushroom Music songbook is a collection of songs from artists that spans generations. Beautifully designed with lyrics, sheet music, photographs and stories, the book features fifty truly amazing Australian compositions by songwriters from iconic Mushroom Music. The Mushroom Music Songbook is available for purchase at Allans Music + Billy Hyde: RRP $79.95. Very limited copies hand signed by Mushroom Music Founder Michael Gudinski are available. Click here to order the book online.
“This book is a collection of the great Australian songwriters that Mushroom Music Publishing represent. It was extremely hard to limit it to fifty songs. Ian James and the Mushroom Music Publishing team have over the years worked extremely hard to sign the very best songwriters both domestically and overseas. They have built and managed a brilliant roster of songwriters and an extremely impressive catalogue of songs that cover many
genres of music.
I am very proud of the results that Mushroom Music Publishing have had with the catalogue. From placing songs with artists to record, hooking up collaborations, placing songs in film, television and advertising, right through to the many song writing workshops that we host. It is one of the most successful companies within The Mushroom Group and has an incredibly strong reputation throughout the world.
This is much more than a book of song lyrics, each song has an original story written by the songwriter about their song plus an anecdote from a music peer or associate. It is a great addition to any music fan or musician’s collection. Long live Australian Music!”
- Michael Gudinski AM; Director
Images from Top to Bottom: Mushroom Music Songbook. Tim Rogers. Adalita. Josh Pyke. Mushroom Music Gang.
Words: Lorrae McKenna
Pics: Jeanine Orr
Aussies ROCK!
You don't really need to look outside your own backyard to see and hear some killer tub thumpin' talent.
Here's your chance to show some drum love and list your Top 5 Fave Oz Skin Bashers PLUS tell us why your No.1 choice is in fact, No.1!
Check out our Top 5 picks and feel free to add your list! GO!
Allans Music + Billy Hyde
Top 5 Fave Aussie Drummers
1. Phil Rudd (AC/DC)
2. Paul Hester (Crowded House)
3. Jon Coghill (Powderfinger)
4. Rob Hirst (Midnight Oil)
5. Lucius Borich (COG)
No. 1 - Phil Rudd
Pristine, elemental and pure. On classic Acca Dacca tracks such as "Highway To Hell and "Back In Black" Rudd delivered exactly what the music ordered, a subsonic groove of ballsy bass and snare drum sucker punch, the perfect compliment to the rippin' blues riffage of guitarists Malcolm and Angus Young. This drumming freight train doesn't take a two and four groove lightly. Phil understands the power and subtlety behind an astutely placed snare drum rim shot, and the importance of pacing, timing, air and flow - Rudd KNOWS how to lay it down!
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Ed Nimmervoll is a legendary Australian rock music journalist, author and historian. He worked on rock magazines Go-Set (1966-1974) and Juke (1975-1992) both as a journalist and as an editor. Since 2000, Nimmervoll has been editor of HowlSpace, a website detailing Australian rock music history, providing artist profiles, news and video interviews.
DID YOU KNOW?
Miles Davis played custom made Martin Committee trumpets.
MILESTONE In 1814 Francis Scott Key wrote ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ after witnessing the British bombardment of Fort McHenry in Maryland.
WHAT’S NEW Alt roots band The Audreys have been hard at work in the studio with Shane O’Mara recording their third album, ‘Sometimes The Stars’. The band has whittled themselves down to the core song writing duo of Taasha Coates and Tristan Goodall with a number of musicians joining them on the album and the road. The album will be in stores in October.
MISSED HITS A year before Tom Jones recorded ‘Green Green Grass of Home’ Red West heard it on a Jerry Lee Lewis album and brought the song to Elvis Presley’s attention and was told it was too country for Elvis.
IT AIN’T NECCESSARILY SO She sang ‘Stand by Your Man’, but Tammy Wynette was five times married.
QUOTE UNQUOTE In 1983 Keith Richards speculated: “I could have done with being one of Elvis' original band, being one of the Crickets, being one of the Blue Cats. I could've used being in Little Richard's band in the '50s, a million others. I would've loved to have been in Muddy's band in the early '50s. Would've loved to be in Louis Armstrong's band in the '20s. I mean, I can go back further than that.”
20% THANKS Managed by their parents: Paul Weller Petula Clark Janet Jackson Usher Jewel LeAnn Rimes Brandy Beyonce Jessica and Ashlee Simpson Kanye West
WANT ADS Village People construction worker David Hodo remembers how producers sought potential band members. “The ad said, ‘Must have moustache’.”
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Jonathan Moffett Clinic
Princess Theatre
4 October 2010
Last night saw a crowd of 250 including special guests attend the Princess Theatre to see a drumming and performance spectacular in the hands of Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett.
It was a relentless performance of power, technique, passion and musicality. The crowd was treated to several performances of Michael Jackson tracks along with a backdrop of slides from Jonathan’s 30 year career with Michael.
It was evident from the get go that there was an amazing atmosphere in the room. With only standing room available, the venue was perfect for such an up close an personal evening with a legend.
Towards the end of the evening Jonathan treated us all to a 10 minute solo in his home town New Orleans style. This was an incredible display of power, technique and stamina and it brought the house down.
Following this he completed the performance with 2 more classic MJ tracks.
Jonathan left the stage to a standing ovation followed by which the crowd was allowed to get on stage and have a close up look at the massive 3 kick drum kit he played.
Jonathan then stayed and signed autographs until midnight, giving each and every individual their moment for a photo and a quick chat.
Smiles everywhere, great sound and a great show….AWESOME!
Andrew Chapman
Manager
Allans Music + Billy Hyde
Barry Parade Fortitude Valley QLD
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James Ryan is an in demand guitarist and clinician who has toured internationally with
Men at Work, and performed with artists such as Shania Twain, Ronan Keating and
Jimmy Barnes. James plays guitar for Vanessa Amorosi, who has supported the likes
of KISS and Rob Thomas. James has also been working on the TV shows
“Australia’s Got Talent” and “Dancing With The Stars”.
The Allans Music + Billy Hyde Ballarat store was recently treated to a Fender® in-store clinic with James Ryan. Attendees were given the opportunity to see and hear James demonstrate some 2010 Strats® as well as a number of flagship Fender® amps.
James set the scene with a smokin’ version of ‘Testify’ by Stevie Ray Vaughan demonstrating the backing track ability and amazing tone that the Fender® G-DEC 3.0 amp can generate. Amp sampling, programming and editing were discussed with James only too happy to answer questions fired up by an extremely interactive audience. As a special treat, all in attendance were invited up on stage to actually play through the G-DEC 3.0!
James’ product knowledge, approachable manner, killer licks and riffage ensured everyone enjoyed this very special Fender® presentation.
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DID YOU KNOW?
The Living End’s Chris Cheney’s trademark guitar is a Gretsch White Falcon and he uses mainly distortion and modulation effects.
WHAT'S NEW
You Am I is leaving EMI after two albums, the band’s self-titled ninth studio album will be released in October through indie label Sydney indie Other Tongues and distributed by MGM. No-one who has watched You Am I’s career will be surprised. Taking control of their recording is the next logical step, with the band already having assumed responsibility for almost everything else, shedding management, and putting production of their music in the hands of Greg Wales, who mixes the band’s live performances after being an occasional on stage member.
MILESTONE
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart had returned to Vienna from a trip to Prague in September 1791, completed the score of ‘The Magic Flute’, conducted its premiere, visited Baden in Austria - where his wife was taking the waters, and started writing the Requiem. He was evidently active and in good health. Then on November 22, two days after his last public performance, he fell ill. He may have been poisoned. He died on December 5.
MISSED HITS
Genesis turned down the chance to record Phil Collins’ solo hit ‘In The Air Tonight’ when the group was recording new material for 1980's Duke album. Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks didn’t like the track enough to include it.
IT AIN’T NECESSARILY SO
Richie Valez "La Bamba" became the biggest Spanish-language rock-and-roll hit in history, even though the young man who recorded it did not himself speak Spanish.
QUOTE UNQUOTE
In 2003 Eminem said of Britney Spears and her music, "I think it's corny as hell, but whatever. I can't knock her for doing her thing. She sucks and she can't sing."
20% THANKS
Now managed by their children - Jerry Lee Lewis (daughter Phoebe), Tony Bennett (son Danny) and Tom Jones (son Mark). Is it coincidence that all three have strong contemporary careers?
WANT ADS
In May 1962, 20-year-old Brian Jones placed an ad in England's Jazz News, seeking musicians for a new blues band he was putting together. The first person to respond to his ad was Scotsman named Ian Stewart who played boogie-woogie piano. Other musicians responded to the ad, but Jones was picky. Anyone who didn't see eye-to-eye with his vision for the band was soon ejected. He chased a singer he’d seen, Mick Jagger.
SEPTEMBER MILESTONE
Thirty years ago we were listening to ‘Uncovered’, a milestone album for John Farnham. He was no longer Johnny and the album was produced by Little River Band’s Graham Goble. Graham was so impressed with John’s voice during the making of the album he orchestrated Farnham replacing Glenn Shorrock as LRB’s singer. His next solo album would have to wait.
THIS MONTH IN AUSTRALIAN MUSIC
In 1959 Gibb family arrived in Brisbane by ship from England. Back in Manchester the family had been advised by police to emigrate for a new start. Robin was a firebug and headed for detention if the family didn’t act. They moved to Australia and the boys became The Bee Gees.
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| BOSS MICRO BR DIGITAL RECORDER |
The World's Smallest Pro Studio!
I bought a BOSS MICRO BR from the Allans Music + Billy Hyde Sydney store three weeks ago. It's about the size of the iPhone, has far better usability than my old BR8, easier editing and usage of VTracks, a drum arrangement feature (different drum patterns synched to different bars in your recording) PLUS with just a couple of button presses you can master your recordings into stereo, save as an MP3 and transfer to your computer for uploading onto the web. Check out what I've so far been able to do in 3 weeks
here - everything except the drumming is me - but when I get my Roland V-Drums set I'll be doing that part too!
Everyone knows The Beatles, right? John, Paul, George and RINGO!
Arguably, the greatest rock 'n' roll band ever!
Let It Be was the twelfth and final studio album by The Beatles. It was released on 8 May 1970 by the band's Apple Records label shortly after the group's announced break-up.
Triple A Events has just announced "The Beatles 'Let It Be' 40th Anniversary Celebration Concert", a three hour event compéred by Jeff Phillips and featuring some of Australia's greatest musical talent including Darryl Cotton, Brian Mannix, Marcie Jones, and Billy Miller performing a selection of The Beatles' Greatest Hits.
In addition, the award winning BEATELS will perform the entire 'Let It Be' album featuring original instruments from the 'Let It Be' era. The event forms part of the MELBOURNE MUSIC FESTIVAL and will be staged at the Melbourne Town Hall, site of the famous 1964 Beatles balcony photograph, from 7.00pm on Tuesday October 5, 2010.
Platinum and Gold seating both with bonus merchandise are available online via Ticketek http://bit.ly/9v5Gt4 or by calling 132 849.
ALLANS MUSIC + BILLY HYDE will present a never before seen Herald-Sun archive photographic exhibition featuring images of The Beatles from their 1964 Tour Of Australia. Check it out at Allans Music + billy hyde 152 Bourke Street, Melbourne from Wednesday September 29. FREE!
LET IT BE ALBUM FACTS
- Released: 8 May 1970
- Recorded: February 1968, January-February 1969, January & March-April 1970 at EMI and Apple studios and Twickenham Film Studios, London
- Length: 35:16
- Label: Apple (Parlophone)
- Producer: Phil Spector
LET IT BE SONG TRIVIA
- Recorded January 31, April 30, 1969 and January 4, 1970
- The original version of the song was taped in front of the cameras in January 1969
- The lead guitar was overdubbed twice in April 1969 and again in January 1970. The first guitar solo featured on the single and the second appeared on the album mix
- The brass section was scored by George Martin at the January 1970 recording session
- Paul has acknowledged that “Mother Mary” featured in the lyric is his late mother Mary Patricia McCartney 29/9/09-31/10/56
- Cover versions: Ferry Aid, Gladys Knight, Aretha Franklin, Leo Sayer, Nick Cave, Tom Jones, Jose Feliciano, John Denver, Joan Baez and Meatloaf!
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Yamaha PSR-S710
Arranger Workstation Keyboard
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I bought the Yamaha PSR-S710 with the intention of having a portable (non-bulky), fairly lightweight keyboard with as many realistic ‘voices,’ as possible. This product fulfilled all these requirements and more. I have just finished 2 different shows (roughly 25 performances and rehearsals) on this ‘workstation arranger’ keyboard and found it extremely playable despite not having fully weighted keys. Coming from a strictly acoustic piano background I am always a little weary of playing keyboards however found that the action across this product is very intuitive, and responsive to any of the faster runs that I needed to do.
Although initially sceptical that a synth would stick out amongst acoustic instruments, the many sounds I needed to use blended into the orchestra fairly seamlessly throughout the productions. With touch responsive keys and the amazing ability to control depth (and even vibrato!) of various instruments, some of the sounds I got to use even had the other musos sitting up and taking notice. As a woodwind player I was also impressed with the range of realistic orchestral to ‘ethnic’ instruments.
I haven’t even started to explore the recording and track layering capabilities of this instrument yet (or the fact that you can save straight to USB!) but from a player/performer’s perspective, I am really happy with my purchase.
Review by Tanya Chaves
August 2010
Bruce Kulick 'BK3' Clinic
Exclusive SYDNEY Performance!
Bruce graced our shores last year and blew everyone away with a series of mind-blowing clinics. So - by popular demand - the ex-KISS axeman returns - for one night only!
Guitar hero Bruce Kulick has played with some of the world's best, from touring with Meatloaf on his Bat Out Of Hell Tour, to a lengthy tenure as lead guitarist for KISS, providing the rifferama on five of the band's studio albums, including fan fave Revenge! Currently on the road with legendary band Grand Funk Railroad, Bruce has taken a quick detour down under equipped with his critically acclaimed brand new solo album BK3.
See, hear, meet and experience Kulick as he showcases tracks from BK3 and learn why he is one of the world's greatest guitarists!
Allans Music + Billy Hyde
228 Pitt St - CBD
Monday 4 October @ 7pm
Tix: $20
EXCLUSIVE ONLINE TICKET PRE-SALE ON NOW http://www.allansmusic.com.au/prod/148047/Bruce_Kulick_'BK3'_Clinic_Ticket.aspx
OR Get your tickets @ the following Allans Music + Billy Hyde stores from Friday 20 August at:
Pitt St CBD
Clarence St CBD
Alexandria
Camperdown
Parramatta
Willoughby
Taren Point
Newcastle
Jonathan Moffett
"Tribute to Michael Jackson" Tour
WORLD DEBUT
Monday Oct 4 - Brisbane @ 7.30pm
The Princess Theatre
8 Annerley Road, Woolloongabba QLD
Tuesday Oct 5 - Perth @ 7pm
Lady Wardle Performing Arts Centre
Elliott Rd, Karrinyup WA
Wednesday Oct 6 - Adelaide @ 7pm
The Arkaba Hotel
150 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton SA
Thursday Oct 7 - Sydney @ 7pm
Allans Music + Billy Hyde
108 Botany Rd, Alexandria NSW
EXCLUSIVE ONLINE TICKET PRE-SALE NOW ON!
TIX: $29
Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett has played drums for Michael Jackson and the Jackson family for 30 years and would have performed with Michael on his ‘THIS IS IT’ Tour.
Moffett began playing drums at the early age of 6 and at 12, earned the nickname "Sugarfoot" because of his fast and articulate bass drum work, playing 16th and even 32nd note figures within his funky and relentless grooves!
Jonathan has performed and/or recorded with the world’s biggest acts: Madonna, George Michael, Elton John, Julian Lennon and Diana Ross. He’s appeared on popular television shows such as The Tonight Show, Good Morning America, Saturday Nite Live and Arsenio Hall. Along with Jonathan's impressive list of credits, he is a proud inductee into the marquis "Who's Who Journals" including: "Who's Who in America"; "Who's Who in the West" and "Who's Who in the World"!
Allans Music + billy hyde is extremely proud and honoured to present
Jonathan Moffett “A Tribute to Michael Jackson” Clinic Tour this October.
Keep your eye on this BLOG for more details!
Well, the V-Drum Festival at Carriageworks, Eveleigh NSW on 1 August was AMAZING and was true to its credo - it had something for EVERYONE!
The latest and greatest V-Drums gear was on show, a 'Test Your Speed' competition, 'Evolution of Rhythm' museum PLUS mind blowing performances from COG's Lucius Borich, The Whitlams Terepai Richmond and special guest Chris Whitten who's played wiith Beatle Paul McCartney and Dire Straits!
Roland supplied more than 50 V-Drum Kits, HandSonics, Octapads and Rhythm Coaches for the V-Drum Festival and they've now been shipped to Allans Music + Billy Hyde 108 Botany Rd Alexandria for a MASSIVE V-DRUM FESTIVAL SALE!
All kits and e-percussion is priced to clear so why not check out the crackin' deals right here
http://bit.ly/aTJf1H and instore of course @ AM+BH Alexandria!
Q :: What does this merger mean to me as a customer?
A :: Whether you are an Allans Music or Billy Hyde Music customer, it’s business as usual, but around the corner are significant benefits.
We commit to a better experience for our customers - a broader range of the world’s best brands and products. More products will be available in more stores around the country - 30 locations will bring the Best Value, the Best Range and the Best Service. The group’s range will broaden and be available in more locations.
Q :: Will any stores close?
A :: No. Stores will be progressively co-branded and upgraded over the coming months to give our customers the best possible shopping experience.
Q :: Who do I talk to - where do I go for information?
A :: As usual you can talk to any of our managers or sales consultants about your needs. For updates from the comfort of your computer use our websites or for any questions contact us at info@allansbillyhyde.com.au.
Both www.allansmusic.com.au and www.billyhydemusic.com.au websites will operate independently while our online presence is harmonised into one site that will showcase the brand new range that will be offered. In the meantime our websites are the best place to go for progressive updates. All the products and services on both sites will be available while the merging of the two takes place over the coming months.
Q :: Will customer service policies change?
A :: Over time these will be refined and harmonised. But for the time being you can be assured by our Customer Satisfaction Guarantee, Best Price Promise and Returns policy.
For full information regarding the policies of the new business please visit either
www.allansmusic.com.au or www.billyhydemusic.com.au
Q :: How will I buy online?
A :: The same way you always have for the time being. Until such time as the web sites are merged into one site, each individual site will continue to provide the same products and service as they do now. Note, that each individual site carries some products that are not available on the other, so if you can’t find it on one, it is well worth searching the other.
Q :: Can I return goods to any store?
A :: No. For the time being any customer returns must be made to the store where the item was originally purchased. Once we have merged our systems you will be able to return goods to any of our stores.
Q :: Can I use gift vouchers in any co-branded Allans Music + Billy Hyde store?
A :: Yes you can.
Q :: How will the product range be affected?
A :: More and better is the simple answer. Over the coming months, both stores and websites will begin to display a broader range of high quality products from the best brands in the world.
Q :: What about Laybys & other debtor arrangements?
A :: All current Layby and payment plan arrangements remain unchanged. Your Layby will be held where you paid your deposit. Nothing changes. Allans Music Easy Pay Plan will continue to be available at Allans Music. The Rent-to-own scheme at Billy Hyde Music likewise. Over the coming months these customer benefits will be optimized and harmonized across the business.
Q :: Will the Weekend Warrior program be affected?
Yes - but in a great way - there’ll be more locations and more options to rekindle your musical dream. Go to either website for details of your nearest program.
Q :: How will VIP/Preferred Customer programs be affected?
For the time being the status of Billy Hyde VIP or Allans Music Preferred Customers and other card holders will remain the same – but we will advise of a brand new customer club program – stay tuned for more. All customers will begin receiving co-branded communications from the new business during July.
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ALLANS MUSIC + BILLY HYDE MUSIC - two names that have inspired musicians for generations, have joined together to bring our customers the best possible musical instruments retail experience.
The new business will continue to offer great retail store and online shopping experiences, together with high customer service levels while delivering a broad range of the world's best brands of high quality products at guaranteed best prices.
You will see the co-branding and upgrading of 30 stores throughout Australia – starting straight away. There are no store closures. While the stores might be changing on the outside, on the inside you will continue to receive great service from our experienced product specialists and you can expect to see enhanced product offers and choices.
Our websites will continue to operate independently for the time being but will merge later on into one harmonious online shopping experience.
Our customers will enjoy the best value for money, improved availability and the very latest and best in the world of musical products.
All customers will begin receiving co-branded communications from the new business from now as more exciting news breaks.
Allans Music + Billy Hyde - a musical marriage made in heaven!
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