Tame Impala, Gang of Youths, Glass Animals locked in for Laneway Festival 2017

After speculation, rumours and excitement – the 2017 Laneway Lineup has finally landed.

Let Them Eat Cake Announces 2017 Lineup

Let Them Eat Cake is back for another year with a whopping lineup to kick off the New Year.

Bruce Springsteen is visiting Australia on a massive tour

It’s really happening folks – Bruce Springsteen has confirmed he will be hitting Australian shores for an epic tour.

Jet are reforming after four years

Heralded by Alice Cooper as “One of the last great rock and roll bands was a band[s]” to Music Feeds the band unfortunately announced they were no more on March 26, 2012 via Facebook.

Jimmy Barnes Announces ‘An Evening Of Stories And Songs’ Tour

Jimmy Barnes is a busy lad. Not only is he releasing his first ever book, but the iconic Aussie rocker is also heading out on a spoken word tour to tell his life story in his own words.

It’s Official: Metro Trains Have Been Ranked The Worst In Australia

A national survey has found Melbourne’s Metro Trains ranked the worst in the country – for the fifth year running.

Tash Sultana, Patty Griffin, The Waifs And More To Play Port Fairy Folk Festival

The first round lineup for the 2016 Port Fairy Folk Festival has landed.

Little Green Corner sustainable cafe to open on Saturdays

Little Green Corner cafe, which is located Little Ryrie Street, has been spreading the message of thoughtful eating and good quality food since early last year.

A Melbourne car park is set to host Australia’s largest Banksy exhibition

Banksy is arguably the most iconic street artist in the world, and his (or her) identity is just as sought after as the pieces themselves.

Sneaky Sound System announced for inaugural boutique festival, Twice as Nice

Twice as Nice is the newest boutique festival to hit Geelong, scheduled for New Year’s Day at Mt Duneed Estate.

Kylie Auldist And Aaradhna Join Forces For 2016 Tour

Two jewels of the international soul scene are teaming up for a national tour, making it their quest to pack out dancefloors across the country.

Coffee Cartel is now serving late night cocktails as Little Beast and Co

Coffee Cartel Brew Bar has long been serving up drinks to the caffeine addicts of Geelong, but the cafe has since added cocktails to the mix on Friday and Saturday nights.

King Gizzard, Pond, The Murlocs + more announced for killer Gizzfest line up

After teasing fans with a post recently with the return of Gizzfest, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard just announced the full 2016 line up.

A.B Original announced as first Laneway Festival act

After releasing the explosive single ‘January 26′ alongside Dan Sultan, A.B Original have been announced as the first act to play Laneway Festival in 2017.

French inspired eatery, Bistrot Plume, opens this Saturday

Belmont’s newest cafe/restaurant opens its doors this Saturday after several months of renovations.

Hop Temple celebrates first birthday month with food trucks, bingo and great drinks

Throughout September, Ballarat venue Hop Temple is celebrating its first birthday – which will officially fall on September 16.

Bands Rally Against Sexual Assault And Violence At Shows With ‘It Takes One’ Campaign

A campaign kicked off by local rockers Camp Cope has found the support of numerous music industry voices with their ‘It Takes One’ campaign, calling for punters to call out and stand up against violence and sexual assault at live music shows.

A brand new 3-day festival is coming this summer

Those behind Beyond The Valley and Novel are bringing us a brand new music festival: Pitch Music & Arts Festival.

Anglesea Music Festival announces it won’t return in 2017

After five years, Anglesea Music Festival is saying goodbye.

New Day Of The Dead Fiesta Comes To Melbourne For 2016

Celebrating life and death with some quality DJs, mariachi and beats comes a new Day of the Dead Fiesta, set to bring a slice of Mexico to Melbourne.

Piknic Electronik Announces New Year’s Dates For 2017 Season

Lauded beat purveyors Piknic Electronik has announced their imminent return, kicking things off from January 1.

New Year’s Evie Just Unleashed A Killer 2016 Lineup

Throwing their hat into the ring of top quality New Year’s festivals comes New Year’s Evie, bolstered with a very tasty lineup for 2016/2017.

British India announce new single, lock in Geelong and Ballarat shows

Following on from last year’s hugely successful album tour [Nothing Touches Me], British India are heading out on tour again with a new single in tow. And they’re more welcome than ever.

Call For Pill Testing And Removal Of Sniffer Dogs At Festivals Passes Through Senate

The Greens have passed a motion through the Senate, pushing for the Government to both introduce pill testing and cut back on the use of sniffer dogs at major music festivals.

 

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