Jam Space has created a trusted platform for you to rent out your gear to other musos and make cash fast!
 

The world is heading more and more towards an on-demand market. In a time where people share their homes, cars, investments and even their savings - we wanted to make it easier for kiwi musicians to be able to hire what they want, when they want it. On the other hand, we also want you to be able to make money whilst helping other musos achieve their goals. 

We see a future where kiwis can find & hire any piece of gear they want for whichever dates they want, and to book it online right here on Jam Space.

Imagine, never having to lug your amps and cabinets in long road trips or paying for excess baggage on flights for your next tour! What about using a variety of gear for your next EP or Album without having to front the purchase costs just for that one recording!

We believe this is not only possible but we have created the place where you can do it right now! We have just launched the new Gear Hire section and we need YOU to list more and more so our music community can find what they need, when they need, plus you will make moolah doing so! 

The listing process is painless and easy. You can do it on mobile or desktop. We even have a handy price slider bar to show you what price the market will be likely to rent your gear out at. We do recommend following some safe-renting practices here to ensure you and your gear are safe.

Help us create the future of music gear hire on-demand and let it start right here in New Zealand!

The world is heading more and more towards an on-demand market. In a time where people share their homes, cars, investments and even their savings - we wanted to make it easier for kiwi musicians to be able to hire what they want, when they want it.

These advances always come with some safety risk and it is necessary to have security and insurance measures in place. We want Jam Space to be a trusted and safe place for you to jam.

Here are some top tips from the Team at Jam Space when hiring your gear to others:

Accurate listing details and condition of items.

Remember to list all characteristics and condition of your item accurately in the listing. When hiring off someone make notes and write down any scratches or marks and get the party you are renting off to sign off on those notes.

Get a Contact phone# and Photo ID.

Always get the renter’s contact details and a quick photo on your phone of the renter’s driver’s licence or passport (valid photo ID).

Request a Bond.

If the item you are renting is very expensive then we always recommend you request a reasonable bond. This will cover for any minor damages or late returns but also ensure you get serious, trusted renters.

Insure all your gear.

Check with your insurance company and make sure all your gear is covered.

Beware of fake goods.

If you do see items that are not as they are advertised then please report it to Jam Space immediately.

Add a serial number of your item.

When listing there is an option to add a serial number of your item. We do not display this to renters, we keep this for your security in our records.

Request payment upfront.

Do not lend gear without receiving payment and bond first.

Check the renters Jam Space member rating.

The more successful Jam Space trades and reviews a member has the less likely they are to be dodgy!

We look forward to helping you achieve all your musical goals. Safe Jamming!

WIN a Double pass/backstage access, Meet & Greet, Signed Albums & a drink with Heavy Metal Ninjas.

Our mates at BV Entertainment are hooking you up with a VIP Heavy Metal Ninjas Experience! Go in the draw to win a Double Pass/Backstage Access to one of their upcoming shows incl. Meet & Greet, Signed Albums & a drink with the Heavy Metal Ninjas! To Enter, head over to our Facebook page Jam Space and tag who you would take in the competition post.

The way of the Ninja is guided by the Bujinkan Code - the code states 
"Pain creates movement, and movement controls balance".

New Zealand's own Heavy Metal Ninja's are bringing the pain again in November.

There will be new musical pearls of wisdom from the original HMN Shogun's as well as the addition of new Ninja's to the fold. Move now and avoid the pain of missing out on this incredible live experience - the only headline shows on our shores this year! 

Get Your Tickets here:

Auckland

https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/heavy-metal-ninjas/auckland/newton

Tauranga 

https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/heavy-metal-ninjas/mt-maunganui

Download Festival Confirms 2018 Australian Event & Details

Forget the rumours, forget the speculation, it's now all very real — Download Festival is officially coming to Australia in 2018.

With the official website going live this morning, it has been confirmed that Live Nation, Unified and Secret Sounds will bring the UK-founded rock festival to Melbourne's Flemington Racecourse on Saturday 24 March. 

The full line-up will not be announced until next Thursday (9 November), however it is understood that the bill will feature 28 bands in total, with 1/3 being local acts, across four stages.

read more: huge names rumoured to play at download festival australia

Though the Australian debut will only be a one-day event, the intention is to expand each year to eventually become a national-touring festival.

It's also believed that the upcoming line-up will reflect the one-day event, however as Download continues to grow in Australia, it will become more in line with the UK festival.

Speaking to Herald Sun, Live Nation's Nigel Melder said he wants the festival to be "sustainable" and hosed down speculation that Soundwave founder AJ Maddah was attached to Download Festival in Australia. 

"AJ Maddah is not involved, AJ never was," Melder said.

Melder also addressed the website for the event accidentally going live last week.

"Did it make my job harder? Yes. But look at the passion of these fans, imagine if nobody cared?" he said.

"These fans are invested."

Keep your eye on theMusic.com.au for more details as they become available.

The announcement comes just one week after booker and event co-founder Andy Copping confirmed Download will be heading our way in 2018.

Auckland Live Summer in the Square launches back into its summer-long programme throughout January and February with live events, awesome activities and world-class entertainment for all.  Aotea Square is the place to be this summer season!
 
Running until 24 February, highlights include performances by APO Young Achievers, a K-Pop Night, the adventurous Auckland Fringe Festival, and even more exceptional live-musicand hands-on gardening workshops.
 
Time to get busy in our city centre’s arts precinct.
 
Still to come in January and February:
 
Vintage Weekend | 13 - 15 January
Celebrating all things retro with big bands, classic cars, vintage markets, dance lessons, beauty demos, and an old-fashioned picnic contest.
 
Latin Fiesta | 20 – 22 January
Spreading over two stages, enjoy the sizzling sounds, countless dance styles, and tasty cuisine from Latin American.
 
APO Young Achievers | 13 – 17 February
A selection of fine young musicians and emerging talent entertain with music and song over five days. The musical tastes range from Brahms masterpieces to lush jazz, and full classical to swinging Latin styles.
 
K-Pop Night | 10 February
Fresh from LA, where she’s been dancing with Beyoncé and Parris Goebel, choreographer Rina Chae and her Street Candee crew storm Aotea Square with explosive moves. A rotating playlist of chart-topping K-pop hits, and a pop-up bar make for a great night in the city centre.

Hot Brown Honey Bloc Party | 11 February
Join the Honeys as they serve up an audacious platter of dance, comedy and hip hop. Lisa Fa’alafi, Hope One The Beatboxer, the bodacious Busty Beatz and special guest artists from Aotearoa will bring the heat. Their show Hot Brown Honey made The Guardian’s top ten list of 2016's most groundbreaking shows by women.
 
Auckland Fringe Festival at Aotea Square | 21 – 25 February
Aotea Square will play host to a highly creative mix of arts experiences when the biennial Auckland Fringe Festival permeates the streets and stages of Auckland. A plethora of events enlivening the square includes a Spoken Word Showcase bringing poetry slam artists from across New Zealand to Aotea square, artist Brenda Vester, creating wire sculptures to adorn the lawns; Box Wars, encouraging the public to create and destroy cardboard creations in epic battles; We May Have to Choose, provoking with a soapbox of opinions about the universe by Australian artist Emma Hall.
 
Live Music | 9 Jan - 24 Feb
Continuing the stellar summer lineup, February includes notable artists such as thrash metal band Alien Weaponry, performing in both te reo Māori and English; the esoteric and melodic performer Ben Salter; psychedelic punk band Wukong The Monkey King,  who fuse jams together in Mandarin and English; the 11-piece, brass-heavy groovers Ijebu Pleasure Club; and renowned Japanese ‘avant-pop’ ensemble Hikashu.

Family activities | ongoing
The ever-popular 95bFM Kids Show brings a special extended edition to Aotea Square. Join host Lee and a cast of his weird and wonderful friends for stories and songs, live on Sunday 19 February, from 7am – 11am! The Snot-Gobbler puppet show will have children enraptured on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February at 11am. While you’re there check out The Imagination Playground, a set of large blue foam blocks which gives children the opportunity to enjoy endless play, construction and invention, for hours of daily fun from 11am – 6pm.   
 
More Highlights | 9 Jan – 24 Feb
Throughout January and February, the weekly Saturday Kai Auckland Gardening Workshopsoffer a range of tips and tricks for you to create a thriving garden not to mention advice on how to bottle your own tomatoes! The Auckland Chess Centre Junior Rapid throws Auckland’s best juniors together with 15-minute speed matches.
 
AUCKLAND LIVE SUMMER IN THE SQUARE
1 DEC – 24 FEB
Free in Aotea Square