A John Lennon tribute concert is coming to Geelong

Lennon: Through A Glass Onion offers a performance like no other, paying tribute to the music and enigma of John Lennon.

Hugo Bladel leans into some irresistible funk tones with new single

While we bunker down for the winter, the latest from the now Melbourne based songwriter pines for the warmer, blissful days of summer; putting that thumping bass line in the mix with Bladel’s smoking vocals in particular makes ‘Feel the Love’ an instant groover.

Stankid: Inner Child

Stankid’s four track EP mixes beachy acoustics and vocals with rocky/bluesy tones, creating a totally unique, exciting sound.

Wendy Matthews: Celebrating the Songs of Joni Mitchell

This July will see five of Australia’s most outstanding voices come together in celebration of the music of Joni Mitchell.

Nancie Schipper is turning heads once again with new single ‘Long Fall’

She’s one of our favourite regional up and coming artists right now.

Luca Brasi; a time of contemplation

With the band releasing their fourth studio album, Stay, there is truly no denying how hard working this Tasmanian four-piece is.

Woody Pitney drops new single 'A Little Too Late'

Woody is proof that taking the conventional approach isn’t the only way be heard.

New Zealand's Mako Road are heading to Ballarat

They’re dipping their toes in a few of Victoria’s finest watering holes to try out our Aussie beers, Aussie darts, Aussie cuisine, Aussie dance moves, and of course play us a few of their NZ tunes.

Perth producer Ukiyo returns with bubbling new single

It’s impossible not to tap along to this one, as each layer dips and weaves amongst themselves, creating a perfectly balanced amalgamation of different sound.

MAMMA MIA! is making its way to Melbourne

After commencing its new national tour at the Canberra Theatre Centre with a sold out season, global musical phenomenon MAMMA MIA! will make its way to Melbourne’s Princess Theatre this July.

Cosmo’s Midnight: What Comes Next

The album is sexy and holds a serious groove from the first track to the last.

Lloyd Spiegel is back with his eighth album

Australian Blues master and acoustic guitarist extraordinaire Lloyd Spiegel has dropped his eighth album, Backroads, and it is an absolute pearler.

Escape the cold at The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill

While summer is long gone and the winter chill is well and truly upon us, the Sporting Globe is keeping things cosy with their new menu launch!

Pop Culture #692

Location, location, location.

Anty Horgan for PM

Anty Horgan is busy. But it’s fine. He prefers it that way.

Staying Negative: Moving beyond safe sex

Launched in 2004 by the Health Promotion Program at VAC (Victorian Aids Council), Staying Negative aims to emotionally engage, inspire and facilitate imagination in sexual health practices and help reduce HIV transmissions within the community.

Lucy Wise: Winter Sun

Winter Sun is the third studio release from Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Lucy Wise.

Tim Spriggs lets us in on Something Else

We chat to the Australian creative about his beginnings, his EP and what’s to come.

Mysterious Ballarat Producer Chapel Releases Pulsating New Single ‘Drive Lights’

The song is a pulsating and throbbing concoction drum and synth sounds Chapel soaked up from ’80s and ’90s film scores, with the intension of scoring the film that plays inside his own brain.

Red Bull Music Presents Client Liaison at Thredbo feat. Retiree, FlexMami & Silver Linings

Who says you can’t have a pool party in winter??

Kuren: Melting Conceptually

Kuren’s Melting Conceptually is a wide-angled capture of his production and songwriting understanding, holding some of the most unique hooks and drops of 2018 so far.

The Rubens on their bold and confident third record

Speaking with the groups lead vocalist Sam Margin, Forte sussed out the recording process of their third album, LO LA RU, and how The Rubens may have made up their own country…

The Cabaret Club: Ballarat's newest quality entertainment venue

If you’re looking for a night filled with music and entertainment, look no further than The Cabaret Club.

There's a new mental health helpline to support the music industry

A service that is directly catered to assist local musicians and those who work within the industry with their mental health.

 

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