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Plini
Plini playing guitar onstage
Plini performing in 2017
Background information
Also known as Halcyon
Born 1992/1993 (age 31–32)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Genres
Years active 2011–present

Plini Roessler-Holgate, known simply as Plini, is an amazing guitarist and songwriter from Australia. He was born in 1992 or 1993. Plini started his music journey using the name Halcyon before he began using his first name.

A famous guitarist named Steve Vai once said Plini is "the future of exceptional guitar playing." Also, the website MusicRadar called Plini the best prog guitarist in 2017.

Plini has released several music collections called extended plays (EPs). These include Other Things and Sweet Nothings in 2013, and The End of Everything in 2015. His first full album, Handmade Cities, came out in 2016. Steve Vai thought this album was one of the best instrumental guitar records he had ever heard. Plini also released the EP Sunhead in 2018 and his second album, Impulse Voices, in 2020.

Who Inspires Plini's Music?

One of the musicians who has greatly inspired Plini is Joe Satriani. Plini has said that he really likes how Joe Satriani can create simple and memorable tunes. He also admires how Satriani plays them so perfectly. Plini feels that Satriani doesn't always need to show off with fancy tricks to keep his instrumental songs interesting. Plini hopes to play music with Joe Satriani someday!

Plini's Music Albums

Plini has released many different types of music. Here are some of his main albums and EPs.

Studio Albums

  • Handmade Cities (released in 2016)
  • Impulse Voices (released in 2020)

Extended Plays (EPs)

  • Pastures (released in 2011, when he was called Halcyon)
  • Other Things (released in 2013)
  • Sweet Nothings (released in 2013)
  • The End of Everything (released in 2015)
  • Sunhead (released in 2018)
  • Mirage (released in 2023)

Awards and Recognition

Plini has been recognized for his amazing live performances.

National Live Music Awards

The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) celebrate different parts of Australia's live music scene. These awards started in 2016.


Year Nominee / work Award Result
National Live Music Awards of 2018 Plini Live Guitarist of the Year Nominated

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Plini para niños

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