The 2017 Golden Plains set times are here

Get ready to hit The Sup’ for another installment of one of Victoria’s favourite festivals, because the Golden Plains set times are here.

UNO celebrates 2nd Birthday with international headliners

Everyone loves a birthday, and this March UNO Danceclub will be celebrating their 2nd birthday with a bang!

Northlane announce 2017 national tour with massive regional shows

Northlane will be hitting the road off the back of new music.

Shining Bird Heads To Geelong

Formed as a studio project in 2012, Shining Bird wasted no time in dropping their debut, Leisure Coast, in 2013.

Sign this petition and convince Savage Garden to play Meredith

You know what’s better than belting out Savage Garden at your mate’s karaoke party? Belting out Savage Garden in The Sup’, that’s what.

UNO brings Young Franco to town

UNO Danceclub have owned it and are bringing young and infectious Brisbane producer Young Franco to Geelong.

Batpiss just dropped a single, a music video and tour dates

Only Melbourne could produce a band as raucous as BATPISS.

Corinne Bailey Rae on shifting themes, new influences and her first time down-unde

After over a decade making music as a solo artist on the world stage, it’s a wonder Corinne Bailey Rae hasn’t yet made the trip down-under. But come this April, she will be performing her first set of shows in Melbourne and Sydney, as well as a slot at this year’s Byron Bay Bluesfest.

Ewen Baker on his musical children, his fascination of sounds and sharing the stage with his parents

For someone like Ewen Baker, who has spent over 25 years as a touring musician, crafted a massive career as a solo violinist, as well as sharing stages worldwide with the likes of Archie Roach and many other esteemed musicians, one of the greatest joys is seeing that your music won’t stop when you do.

PNAU is heading to Geelong this month for what’s set to be a banger

They’ll be joined by Twinsy as support for a night that’s surely to be one to remember.

Ali Barter announces a bunch of regional dates with national tour

Ali Barter is back with a stunning new video ahead of a national tour.

The Undertones announce first ever Australian tour

Legendary Irish punks The Undertones are heading to Melbourne on their debut Australian tour.

Locals legends Residual set to play Barwon Club this Friday

After just releasing their sophomore EP Haunt (which debuted at #3 on iTunes Australia’s Indie Charts) Residual are back with another hometown show.

Taking Back Sunday

With a career spanning seven studio albums and being classed as the godfathers of the ‘emo’ movement, Taking Back Sunday have truly earned icon status. Now the guys are back with their new release Tidal Wave, which highlights a new sound and direction for the band. However, according to Adam Lazzara, the bands front man, Taking Back Sunday has never tried to fit into a particular genre.

WOMADelaide festival kicks off tonight, here’s what makes it so special

WOMADelaide is said to be the “world’s festival” bringing together some of the finest international acts to our shores.

Rock Off for MND

Rock Off MND is a live music event which raises funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research and promotes awareness around the local community. Taking place at Deakin’s Waterfront Campus, it was decided that after the previous years successful events, raising more than $60,000 in 2015 alone, it was time to go again!

Residuals Keep Coming

Residual gave 2016 a red hot crack and it is fair to say they got back as much as they gave.

I Love The 90’s

Prepare yourselves for a burst of 90’s nostalgia. With The I Love The 90’s Tour coming up with a dream line-up of pre-millennium favourites.

Thing of Stone and Wood: Celebrating a lasting Australian folk rock legacy

Sitting across the world in Geneva with a cup of coffee, singer-songwriter Greg Arnold is warmed by the fact that his band of 30 years, Things of Stone and Wood, are heading back to Australia this year, armed with the tracks of their 1993 debut album.

Tips on Booking a Venue with Justin Rudge

With the news of Music Victoria’s brand new Live Music Professionals program, a free opportunity for established independent promoters and venue bookers, Forté chat to industry expert Justin Rudge, head of Melbourne-based artist booking service Public Bookings, to get an insight into the booking business.

100% Kylie: How Lucy Holmes Created a Global Tribute to Australia’s Pop Princess

“You’re not Kylie are you?” “No, but I’m an impersonator!” It’s a common conversation for entertainer Lucy Holmes, who has crafted a long-standing career playing Australia’s own ‘Princess of Pop,’ Kylie Minogue in her world-wide touring tribute show, 100% Kylie.

Sarah Carroll & The Left Wing parade their new album

She’s one of the finest acts from regional Victoria; a recording artist, teacher, mother, director and an all around kick-ass woman. For over 25 years, Sarah Carroll has made herself known in the music industry, performing with The Junes and The Cartridge Family, as well as supporting high-profile artists like Mic Conway, Neil Murray and Jackie Marshall.

The set times are here for Music in the Vines

Music in the Vines is returning for its second year to Macarthur next weekend with set times announced earlier this week.

Amy Winehouse Exhibition hitting Melbourne

July 2017 marks the 6th anniversary of the talented Amy Winehouse’s tragic and untimely passing, but her legacy and the interest surrounding her rocky career continues.

 

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