Geelong’s famed Jerkfest is back for its 10th instalment with the largest line-up ever

A musical celebration like no other, it has consistently been the best day of alternative music on that side of…

Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Finding Harmony in Neurodivergence and Creative Expression with Quinn Earthchild 

A self-proclaimed high-masking autistic person with ADD ADHD, Quinn’s journey through life has been an intricate dance of discovering and…

Abreastival: The Maes celebrate new track with a one-day Folk Festival in Castlemaine

Abreastival will be a celebration of everything The Maes stand for: community, love, and folk music. The festival will feature…

Geelong’s Wild Gloriosa makes all our wishes come true with new single

Known for her liquid vocals and emotional depth, Wild Gloriosa—the brainchild of Gloria Ragesh—has just released her latest single, All…

The Cat Empire celebrates new album with free pop-up show at Fed Square

The tenth studio album from the beloved band drops this Friday 21 March via BMG Australia, and to kick things…

Ball Park Music add Castlemaine, Barwon Heads show to massive 30-date tour

From Brissie to Bunbury, Barwon and Brunswick Heads, Melbourne to Margaret River, Adelaide to Albury, Freo to Frankston, Townsville to…

Review: Fontaines D.C. will be my favourite for a long time

I don’t love the heat. Especially when it means sweat, sweat, sweat – and you don’t find many places sweatier…

Two new singles tease Bon Iver’s first album in six years

The new tracks, ‘If Only I Could Wait’ featuring Danielle Haim and ‘Walk Home,’ arrive ahead of the album’s official…

Port Fairy Folk Festival announces dates for 2026 after record-breaking success

The festival, known for its rich tradition and eclectic mix of global and local talent, saw more than 500 musicians…

Kate Ceberano is bringing her Australian Made Tour to Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat

The tour isn’t just a stroll down memory lane—it’s a celebration of Kate’s platinum hits and a love letter to…

Pete Murray unveils stirring new single and announces monumental 55-date solo acoustic tour

Australian singer-songwriter Pete Murray has just released his highly anticipated new single, I Am Fire, an emotionally charged tribute to…

The Waifs talk us through their legacy, loyal fanbase, and a sense of fun that never dies

But as with any band that’s been around for decades, the question arises: What’s next? Do they keep pushing forward…

Highly Contagious: Gut Health outbreak is hitting the Theatre Royal this April

The latest instalment of Highly Contagious is heading to regional Victoria for its first-ever country edition, following its explosive debut…

Review: A special, delicious slice of another world at Golden Plains

Plains and its older sister festival Meredith offers a slice of another world for a few days, removed from the…

RISING 2025: Melbourne’s winter festival led by Suki Waterhouse, Pete & Bas, Black Star

Over 12 nights, the city will transform into a pulsating playground featuring 65 events, 327 artists, 15 new commissions, nine…

Bantu Fest: Geelong’s ultimate celebration of African music, food, and culture returns

From the moment you step onto the grounds, you’ll be transported to the heart of Africa with an electrifying mix…

Discover how the GRID Program is launching the careers of Geelong’s emerging artists

Since its inception in 2013, GRID has focused on helping talented musicians access industry connections, production resources, and the necessary…

Captain Blackmore: Capturing the magic of music with Polaroid photography

Her passion for both music and photography blends seamlessly, offering a creative niche that celebrates the rawness of live gigs…

Everything that has a beginning, has an ending: After more than a decade of impactful music, Holy Holy are going on hiatus

Holy Holy has acted as a duo offering up anthemic songs, positioned as landmark life accompaniments to many of whom…

Lime Cordiale brings Love Is Off The Table regional tour to Barwon Heads Hotel

Lime Cordiale is set to bring their signature indie-pop sound to regional Australia with the announcement of their Love Is…

Review: Shihad’s Loud Forever Farewell Tour is a triumphant celebration of rock legacy

As the lights dimmed and the anticipation in the crowd reached a fever pitch, the weight of the moment was…

Sing, play, or simply enjoy with Imaginary Millions, Ocean Grove’s monthly community jam

Come and join us for a vibrant community music jam that welcomes people of all ages and talents to come…

Esoteric Festival hit with last-minute shutdown in a ‘devastating blow’

In sad news for thousands of punters gearing up for this weekend’s Esoteric Festival, Buloke Shire Council’s Municipal Building Surveyor…

Vapors of Morphine: A legacy reimagined, a sound reborn

Known for its groundbreaking fusion of baritone saxophone, 2-string slide bass, and drums, Morphine carved out a hypnotic sound in…

 

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