Isaiah Mitchell Locks in Geelong Show

Isaiah Mitchell (Earthless, Golden Void and Howlin Rain) may be known for his psychedelic ways (among other things), but his younger years were no different to so many budding guitarists.

The Popular Melbourne Barcade Bartronica is Coming to Geelong

The Melbourne favourite, that blends old school arcade games with alcoholic beverages and a bucketload of fun is coming to Geelong.

Michael Franti Reveals 2016 Melbourne Show

Michael Franti will be heading our way along with his band Spearhead on a national tour.

ORB Unveil National Album Tour

Geelong hard psych trio ORB have just released their debut album to critical acclaim and as they continue dancing around the country alongside King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, they’ve announced they’ll be playing their very own national album tour.

Matt Taylor Locks in Bellarine Show

You would be doing well to find someone with knowledge of the blues that runs as deep as that of Matt Taylor.

Instagram Has Blocked Prominent Melbourne Graffiti artist Lushsux’s Account

Anonymous Melbourne graffiti artist known as ‘Lushsux,’ has had their Instagram account suddenly blocked, with no communication from Instagram about it.

The Vue Grand is Offering a Hands on Dining Experience

The Vue Grand Hotel in Queenscliff will host ‘The Cornelius Experience’ on Friday August 26.

Damien Leith Locks in Regional Shows

Back in 2006, Damien Leith won Australian Idol. As is the norm, an album followed quickly. The Winner’s Journey spent five weeks at the #1 position on the ARIA Charts and stands today as a 6x Platinum album.

Geoff Achison Announce First Album Since 2008

It has been a long wait but it looks as though bluesman Geoff Achison will finally give fans what they have been hoping for since 2008 – a new album.

Paradise Music Festival Returns For 2016, Retains BYO Policy And Location

Paradise Music Festival is officially back in the saddle for 2016.

Bernard Fanning Reveals 2016 Melbourne Show

To celebrate the release of his third solo record, Bernard Fanning will be hitting the road on a national tour.

An O.C. Party Is Coming To Melbourne

What would The O.C. be without its soundtrack? Well, this Melbourne party is going to find out.

Little Creatures in Geelong is Hosting a Winter Carnival

While it may be a bit chilly outdoors, Little Creatures is taking full advantage of the weather and throwing a Winter Wonderland bash.

Garbage & The Temper Trap Lead Epic A Day On The Green Lineup

Back for its sixteenth summer season, A Day on The Green just boasted a massive lineup with alt-rockers Garbage and Melbourne’s The Temper Trap headlining the tour for five outdoor events in November.

Local Revolution Lock in Warrnambool Show

With their “Afro Roots Funk Experience”, Local Revolution will light up your soul at The Loft, Warrnambool on August 5 as they continue to spread the joy of their Gentle Warrior album (2015).

Heaven the Axe Lock in Regional Shows

We know many Forte readers love their music loud and are willing to accept long­ term hearing loss as a result, so many of you will be pleased to know that Heaven the Axe have a couple of shows in Forte town. The Melbourne­ based band released their debut album, Sex, Chugs & Rock ’N’ Roll, in 2011.

Tex Perkins Announces Bendigo Show

In 2010 and 2011, Tex Perkins and the Tennessee Four performed a series of shows that tipped a hat to Johnny Cash. Now he is saddling up once again with ‘the Four’ in ‘Far from Folsom’.

Bigsound Drops Biggest Live List In History, Expands 2016 Lineup

Bigsound is living up to its name for 2016, adding to an already huge lineup with a slew of live acts.

The Bennies And TISM’s Damian Cowell Played Together And It Was Fucking Wild

Oooh damn. Something pretty special happened on The Bennies’ most recent tour, with Damian Cowell of TISM stepping up to join the crew in what became a standout moment. Luckily for us, it’s been immortalised on film.

Gelato Messina Are Bringing Their Degustation Bar To Melbourne

Purveyors of all things creamy, inventive and delicious, Gelato Messina are staking their claim to the icy throne with their new degustation bar – pushing the culinary capacity of gelato to a new level.

Italian Film Festival 2016 Reveals Melbourne Program

The Italian Film Festival celebrates the Italian language, culture and cinema – showcasing only the best Italian films to have come out of Italy in the last 12 months.

All-Star Lineup Revealed For Heart Of St Kilda 2016

Now in its ninth year, Sacred Heart Mission’s Heart of St Kilda concert is boasting a lineup loaded with stellar music and comedy acts.

A New Asian Inspired Restaurant Soon to Open in Geelong

A new Asian-fusion restaurant is heading to Geelong, taking over the space formerly occupied by seaside eatery, Baveras.

The Glory that was Splendour in the Grass ’16

This year the gumboots were left behind as thousands flocked to Byron Bay and the home of one of the finest music festivals in Australia. Instead sheer dresses were rocked with Doc Martins, shirts became optional and sunnies soon became victims of the moshpit.

 

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