Five minutes with Ballarat’s Ebonivory

A serious force to be reckoned with, they’ve landed a spot on Progfest’s lineup for 2019 for its 10th Anniversary Edition.

In Hearts Wake return for the Summer Setlist Tour

Wouldn’t it be great if bands could bypass nailing a setlist and let the fans handle it?

Taking Back Sunday en route to Unify Gathering 2019

With the release of Twenty, a compilation of the New York alt-rocker’s biggest hits over their two decade tenure, frontman Adam Lazzara agrees it’s a time to reflect and to rejoice.

Get intimate with You Am I Under The Southern Stars

You Am I, one of the greatest rock bands christened under the Southern Cross, are still just as passionate about music as they were at the start of their 90’s career, with 2019 set to be a mammoth year.

Soccer Mommy is ringing in the New Year with Falls Festival

Last time Soccer Mommy – AKA Sophie Allison – was is Australia she took in a little tennis and beach culture while waiting to play at Splendour In the Grass.

Beyond The Valley Going Above and Beyond This Year!

The real ‘stars’ of this festival will be Canberra boys, Safia.

Music Victoria Cultivating the Careers of Women in the Music Industry

It’s all about finding the right people that need to get to that next point in their career.

John Mayer is bringing his world tour to Australia

His first tour down under since 2014.

Three more sleeps until The Pleasure Garden takes over Catani Garden’s

This year is particularly special with the Garden’s bloom to the tune of FIVE distinctive and immersive arenas, each one playing host to a carefully curated selection of artists.

The Jacksons Return to Australia: I’ll Be There!

With one of the most famous last names in the music business, The Jacksons need no introduction!

Five essential acts to see at Download 2019

Who do you need to suit up, boot up, and rock out to in March 2019?

Rudimental are toasting to our differences

Returning in February for a national tour as part of their Toast To Our Differences world tour, a celebration for the release of the brand new third studio album of the same name, set to drop in January.

Sagamore are rolling into the Grampians Music Festival

We chat to lead Sam Cooper ahead of the festival.

Spend your NYE at the Hill

Here’s a few things to think about as you prepare for your trip to the hill this December.

KISS are celebrating the end of the road

45 years. 4 iconic personas. 4 current members. 6 past members. 20 studio albums. 8 live albums. 13 compilation albums. An excess of 100 million albums sold worldwide. 1 final tour.

Whoretopsy brings the brutality to Ballarat

We chat to drummer Jake Sproule ahead of Ballarat Blaze Music Festival next year.

Melbourne's Arkive are heading to Geelong

It’s warming up this month.

Are you an Electronic Producer or DJ? You could win a spot on the Grampians Music Festival lineup

We chat to last years winners, Jules and Daz from Ballarat’s Sweat Dreams DJ’s who will be returning to the GMF stage next year.

Shaun Kirk on Save My Soul

The popularity of the Aussie blues-brigadier has meant that for yet another tour, many of his shows are already at capacity.

Geelong's Trick Gypsy cover Coldplay

They’re the local alternative punk rockers who have been bringing a mix of energy and rawness to the stage for the past three years.

Paul Kelly on his poetry-related revelation

With his expansive and respected catalogue of over twenty studio albums (not to mention his live releases and soundtrack credits) a career spanning over forty years would be the envy of any young muso.

Nadia Rose is a highly flammable talent ready to explode

Nadia Rose plays at ACMI as part of Melbourne Music Week on Saturday November 24.

We sit down with globe trotting troubadour Carus Thompson

Globe trotting troubadour Carus Thompson is back and is making his annual return to the Piping Hot Chicken Shop.

Uno Presents Dancing Heads Music Festival

Kicking off the inaugural festivities in the carpark, Australian indie-pop duo Client Liaison (DJ set) will be bringing their flavour to the Barwon Heads Hotel turntables for an epic Boxing Day DJ session this December.

 

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