Ball Park Music can’t get enough of each other

When Ball Park Music met at University in Brisbane, Myspace was still a thing. That’s how long it’s been. Dean Hanson doesn’t think the band has changed much since then.

The project connecting Geelong musicians to their town and music icons

It’s clear the Aussie music scene is filled to the brim with amazing talent, especially with Melbourne having been dubbed the live music capital of the world, but it’s no secret that it’s a difficult industry to crack.

Dean Lewis: Australia’s new favourite voice to sing along with.

Sydney’s Dean Lewis shares the story of his debut album, A Place We Knew, as well as the evolution of his live performance and the challenge of competing against himself in the industry spotlight.

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.

Hellions Hell of a Tour

Now four albums in, sold-out shows across Australia and the UK for their ‘Opera Oblivia’ World Tour last year, stand-out sets at Unify Gathering two years in a row and ARIA nods, it’s crazy to think Hellions emerged at a time where the heavier music scene in Australia was on the out.

Calling all Victorians in the live music industry who want to build their business!

A golden opportunity awaits.

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.

Young Henrys present Best Served Loud

A string of FREE monthly gigs showcasing the best in local talent, in some of our favourite venues, throughout the great state of Victoria.

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.

Music Victoria announce 2019 ‘Advocate, Support, Create’ Membership Drive including new member benefits, prizes and more!

Over a span of ten days Music Victoria will begin their 2019 membership drive with huge benefits and prizes for new and returning members.

Bendigo Autumn Music Festival cancels inaugural event

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

Looking for a turntable?

Here are two turntables we’re loving at the moment.

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.

The wholesome, humble Little Quirks

See Little Quirks at National Folk Festival over the Easter long weekend, 18-22 April 2019 in Exhibition Park, Canberra.

All Up Hill For Hilltop Hoods

Hilltop Hoods are still sitting pretty on the top on the urban music world in Australia.

There’s a Superfuzz Minishow happening at the Courthouse

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

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.

Let us introduce you to the mentors and participants of ‘Cultivate’ – the first women-only leadership program for music industry leaders

Congratulations to the first participants of the newly created leadership coaching program for women in the Victorian music sector.

Sasha March unveils bright new slice of alt-indie

To celebrate the track, March has rounded up her top five female artists who’s work she admires.

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.

Blues Boot Camp 2019

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

 

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