Pop Culture #669

With the Melbourne International Film Festival just around the corner – it runs from August 3 to 20 at nine venues in the heart of Melbourne – film buffs have never had it so good.

Too Heavy To Hug #669

The announcement that Akercocke will be releasing a new album this year has cemented 2017 a massive year for releases.

The Mane Event Music Festival is the festival giving back to the community

Returning for its fourth year running, The Mane Event Music Festival is the local festival giving back to the community. Partnered with the Lions Club, the event this year aims to reach a total fundraising goal of $10,000, which will be donated directly to headspace Geelong.

For fans of the Italian carbs, Clogs is Bendigo’s place to be

For 43 years, the van Haandel family’s vibrant, late night restaurant and home delivery service has been responsible for shaping Bendigo’s social landscape.

Beav’s Bar is having a disco… every Sunday

This Sunday, Beav’s are shaking things up and opening up their doors for Beav’s Disco.

It’s Tim Hulsman’s birthday – and you’re invited

Geelong’s beloved hard-worn blues man, Tim Hulsman, is having no ordinary birthday party.

Disco fever will hit A Day on the Green in December

Get ready to boogy. From December 7 to 17, an outbreak of disco fever will rapidly spread through Australia.

Why Do We Live In A Constant Of Apology?

Stamp Out And About – asking the question of why we’re living in fear of offending everyone

Drug Sweat on their gig in Ballarat, orchestra sounds and a shit tonne of milk

This Saturday, Ballarat’s Eastern will be playing host to Drug Sweat, Tim & The Boys (SYD), Parsnip, Vertigo, and Lime Lagoons for one helluva night. We chat to Jake Robertson from Drug Sweat ahead of the gig.

George Ezra Announces 2018 Tour

After regrettably pulling out of this years Splendour in the Grass, acclaimed 23-year-old English singer-songwriter George Ezra will be enchanting crowds in Australian tour next March.

Josh Pyke on his last run of shows before taking a well-deserved break

Longevity in music is a rare beast, but Josh Pyke has proved that timeless song writing trumps all.

The Creases on kinky music videos, their progression as a band and the upcoming release of debut LP Tremolow

It’s onwards and upwards for The Creases, a band which began as an act of satire. The recent announcement of their largest headline tour to date has been warmly welcomed by fans, as they set out in support of their anticipated debut LP, Tremolow.

Confidence Man, Cub Sport and more join 2017 BIGSOUND lineup

The BIGSOUND lineup has just reached a massive 133 acts in the festival’s latest announcement.

Supersuckers lock in 2017 ‘Rock ‘N Roll’ tour and Geelong’s River Rocks

Supersuckers are making their return with their cowboy hats and brazen attitudes in tow.

The Butterfly Effect Announce National Reunion Tour With Original Frontman

Aussie band The Butterfly Effect have announced that they’re calling their breakup off to embark on a national tour.

AB Original clean up at the 2017 Australian Independent Music Awards

A.B. Original have swept the Australian Independent Record Labels Association (AIR) Awards, taking home five prestigious gongs from five nominations

KYMBA is Geelong’s magical forest wonderland

KYMBA is Geelong’s answer to unique shopping, with a wide range of gifts, essential oils and products for body, skin and hair. As Geelong’s Healing Hub, the store offers alternative resources to explore your spiritual side and get back to basics with a range of healing therapies, treatments and workshops for overall well-being.

Blackman’s Brewery are launching a brand new beer

Today the Smokin’ Beets Saison will arrive at both locations – and it is looking a treat!

Sad Grrrls Festival Unveils Gender-Diverse 2017 Lineup

Australia’s largest music festival dedicated to promoting gender diversity in the music industry is back for its largest installment yet.

Thandi Phoenix announced as special guest for Vera Blue

Thandi Phoenix is one to watch.

Earthcore dance festival announce new location

It’s for the ones that dream of stranger worlds, come play, dance away, be the art and children of the sun!

Live N Local reveals 2017 lineup

Melbourne’s free winter festival returns

Splendour in the Grass: Foregoing clothing in favour of glitter, sub zero temperatures and surprise performances from the very best

They don’t call it Australia’s biggest winter music festival for nothing.

The Kite String Tangle: The Kite String Tangle

Breakthrough ARIA nominated artist, The Kite String Tangle (Danny Harley) has finally dropped his long awaited self-titled debut album. This…

 

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