News & insights

21 Mar 23

A big advantage of AIM is student-access to leading performers in the industry. Recently, Music Theatre students from AIM Melbourne learned from Stefanie Jones, Australia's Mary Poppins.

2 Feb 23

After two-plus years of lockdowns and letdowns, the music industry’s recovery is in full swing. The appetite for live action is palpable, promoters say. The response, like nothing we’ve seen.

2 Feb 23

For an artist wanting to make it in the music business, now is a great time to start. There are more job opportunities than people to fill them.

14 Dec 22

This week's edition of our New Tunes Blog features Rah's Neil Young-inspired Australian Americana, Gia Darcy's dream pop and Gailla's unique "M.I.A. + Joni Mitchell" vibe and hopeful exploration of climate change. Check out these incredible new songs, right now!

29 Nov 22

It's been a busy year for AIM’s student-run record label, 2030 Records! As we reach the end of the year, we wanted to take a moment to reflect.

22 Nov 22

“Dollhouse Collective is made up of fem-identifying and queer artists,” Lucy says of the adventurous theatre group she founded at AIM with fellow students. “We embody feminine gutsy power and look to produce work that reflects that.

8 Nov 22

In this week's edition of AIM's New Tunes blog, we have music spanning instrumental progressive guitar, future bass vs. South Indian classical music and a hybrid fusion of electronic, rock, jazz, classical and hip hop.

3 Nov 22

Nick Weaver was a beloved AIM alumni and ex-staff member who sadly passed away last year at 37. Nick's beautiful post-humous album is a testament to his talents.

28 Oct 22

To honour the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence, the Australian Institute of Music hosted a performance featuring some of the region’s most talented musicians and dancers. Watch moments from the performance.

25 Oct 22

What can musicians learn from start-up companies in tech? As the tech world hurtles forward, artists face a landscape that can be confusing. How do you make money when people don’t buy music? We brought together a panel of experts to find out.

17 Oct 22

Rising Australian star Montaigne joins our amazing podcast host Elana Stone to talk about her creative transformation during the pandemic, Eurovision experiences and lots more.

10 Oct 22

Musicians face unique challenges when it comes to mental health. At AIM, we are committed to supporting our students at times of inner turbulence. To provide some expert insight on musicians and mental health from within AIM, we spoke to Robert Brennan, AIM’s Wellbeing Manager.