17 February 2017
In the nine years that Les Poules á Colin have being a band, they have accomplished a lot. From international touring, releasing two albums to immense critical acclaim, and smashing folk festivals worldwide, the five piece, originating from Quebec, have established a very reputable name for their eclectic folk melodies.
17 February 2017
Carus Thompson is no stranger to life lived on the road. For the past 20 years, he has spent his time bouncing between the stage and the studio, travelling from town to town and making his mark touring the United States and Europe.
16 February 2017
After enjoying a European vacation last year, the trio is back in action.
16 February 2017
They’ve got rum, they’ve got pirate monikers, they fully support any attempt at a shoey, and they get around aboard the S.S Plunderberg flying pirate ship – Lagerstein are clearly the guys to party with. Taking on their pirate identities to a level worthy of praise, the guys are setting sail on their 14 date Australian tour, Suns Out Rums Out.
15 February 2017
Sydney alt-pop four-piece Tigertown have just completed a whirlwind tour of the country in support of US rockers and buddies, Panic! at the Disco.
14 February 2017
The multi-talented Mat McHugh is no stranger to the pages of Forté. So it was welcome news to hear he will be back on the road again this summer with the High Up! Summer 17 tour – a run of shows that has everyone in suspense, even the man himself.
13 February 2017
100 beers and ciders will hit Bendigo next month when the Bendigo Craft Beer & Cider Festival rolls into town.
12 February 2017
TISM is in everyone’s top 37 Australian bands, so it’s mighty nice to know that Damian Cowell is still out in the big wide world making music under Damian Cowell’s Disco Machine.
12 February 2017
A heap of talent will be crammed inside Bendigo’s Rifle Brigade Hotel on Sunday, February 19 as the first Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival showcase/fundraiser takes place.
11 February 2017
Five years ago the Violent Femmes’ bassist and co-founder, Brian Ritchie, became an Australian citizen and he hasn’t looked back since. He and his wife settled in Hobart in 2008 and he set about establishing himself in the local arts scene. As curator of MONA FOMA Festival, he has a keen eye and a sound ear for what works – what people want and how to make it happen.
10 February 2017
To kick off 2017 in style, Jordie Lane and his cohorts take in another lengthy run of shows, including more than thirty secret dates.
10 February 2017
We chat with the “loud, hairy and loose” Melbourne rockers, Luy and Jacob, from The Hunted Crows in the midst of their Young Man Tour.
10 February 2017
Live music is at the crux of a successful music industry. Thanks to Music Victoria, a brand new and vibrant program has been created to help create a sustainable live music sector.
10 February 2017
Songman Tim Hulsman to play Deans Marsh in celebration of his new album, Get Loved.
10 February 2017
After 30 years as a band it can be hard to find a new spin to attract a new demographic, unless you are Pseudo Echo, who’s sound from the ‘80s was so cutting edge and futuristic that it is still attracting masses of younger fans. This was evident after the bands 2014 release of ‘Ultraviolet.’
9 February 2017
Luke Seymoup bought his first guitar at the age of sixteen, and like any good sixteen-year-old with a new guitar the first riff he taught himself was the opening chords to ‘Mother’ by Danzig.
9 February 2017
Held in the heart of historic Lydiard Street Ballarat, Ballarat Beat is a big, loud and raucous booty-shaking celebration of all things rockabilly.
9 February 2017
Along with being recognised for their electrifying, melodic dance anthems, The Potelleez are also known for their vibrant energy and their fun-loving, laid back attitude. The first sign comes from their sarcastic name, a reference to the guys pot bellies.
9 February 2017
All the way from the Emerald Isle ‘C’est la Vie’ hit-makers B*Witched will headline the show and they’ll be joined by UK popstars Atomic Kitten, S Club 3, East 17 and Liberty X.
7 February 2017
UNO Danceclub in Geelong have secured the only regional show outside of capital Australian cities for ‘Jungle’ singer, Tash Sultana,…
7 February 2017
It is important to know, first and foremost, that being in a pirate metal band isn’t solely about being a metal musician.
6 February 2017
In a time of low album sales and short attention spans, it makes sense for already famous musicians to pool their star power. Unfortunately the resulting acts tend to lean on the low stakes and easy ticket sales their fame affords them, meaning that very few supergroups ever create music worthy of the superlative.
5 February 2017
We’ve rounded up the very best regional tunes to press play on
