City Stars in Song

Three well-known Australian musicians have mentored three local unsigned solo performers and a band as part of Connecting Song, with Geelong as the star.

Stonnington Jazz Festival 2019

Stonnington Jazz Festival returns in 2019 with exceptional performances by some of Australia’s finest musicians performing cabaret, afro-beat, bebop, spiritual jazz, trad jazz and more at the festival hub, Chapel Off Chapel, and other favourite local venues.

Celebrate Good Friday with a Carpark Jam

If you can’t eat meat then come feel da beat this good Friday, for under thirty dollars.

Bendigo Au Go Go #6

There’s nothing wrong with having the blues this Easter, so hop to it!

William Crighton embarks on his first headline solo tour

In April, Crighton is bringing these gothic re-imagining’s of rural Australia on tour again, this time trying it out solo for the first time for a stripped back and intimate series of performances.

Geelong’s well-loved Famous Will drops debut

We chat to Frontman Will Gardiner.

Nathan Seeckts and his journey to The Heart Of The City

Fitting to the music’s Americana sound, the journey to Nathan Seeckts’ new album, ‘The Heart Of The City’ has been a grassroots affair.

Geelong’s well-loved Famous Will drops debut EP

Featuring nine captivating songs, Famous Will takes us back to the time when all music had meaning

You Am I are bringing their Spinal Tap covers show to Ballarat

Catch them at Karova Lounge in Ballarat on April 10

Lambys are changing the way you ‘Sunday Sesh’ forever

You’ll still be able to get 10 Mario Karts deep and pull out your best moves until the light of death hits you in the face at close.

Bendigo Autumn Music Festival cancels inaugural event

Festival organisers say ticketholders will be refunded by Tuesday April 2.

Sydney’s Hot Potato Band is a serious vibe

Starting out as a wandering musicians from Sydney and turning into one of the regions hottest brass-pop bands, the Hot Potato Band are the next discovery for fans of Fat Freddy’s Drop and Snarky Puppy.

Bendigo Au Go Go #5

The first of next month is no April Fool’s Day for renowned Catfish Voodoo frontman Julian James.

There’s a Superfuzz Minishow happening at the Courthouse

Superfuzz are hosting Milk Records’ LOOSE TOOTH at the Courthouse.

Five minutes with Butterfunked

Butterfunked is a 9 piece funk-fusion that’s sure to have you up dancing! With our versatile vocals, hectic horns, groovy guitars, killer keys and driving drums, who could resist?

The Kite Machine have dropped their debut album

With the release of their debut record, Geelong’s The Kite Machine are deftly evading expectations and continuing to boldly carve out their own unique sound.

Torquay local Tess Guthrie drops debut single ‘WUTO’

Reminiscent of Eva Cassidy, the Melbourne-based singer has blessed us with her pure, ethereal voice.

Melbourne DJ duo Donald’s House are heading to Geelong

A family affair with their own productions and body music for your Friday night, these guys will have the party going wild!

Geelong’s Famous Will drops new single

Check it out live at The Workers Club in April.

Kyle Lionhart is heading to Ballarat and Torquay

With an incredibly exciting 12 months ahead, Kyle Lionhart is destined to become your favourite new artist in 2019.

We chat to Xavier Rudd ahead of his show at Leura Park this weekend

I’d say Torquay’s second biggest export, trailing closely behind Ripcurl, would have to be Xavier Rudd.

Rock The Block street party returns for 2019

Rock The Block street party is a family friendly and alcohol-free event that is open to all whole community.

Blues Boot Camp 2019

Forté chat to Wayne Jury, the man behind the program.

Deans Marsh Festival returns for 2019

Going strong for more than two decades now, the Deans Marsh Festival is a combined treat of live music, street performers, Otway food and wine and a unique artisans’ craft market – and is set to return again at the end of this month.

 

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