Iyaz Locks in Geelong Show

In 2008, Sean Kingston discovered Keidran Jones through Myspace. Working under the name Iyaz, Jones’ first release was ‘Replay’. The track was written in partnership with Jason Derulo, a fellow champion of ‘island pop’. The single peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is now more than 6x Platinum.

David Koechner to Make Australian Debut with 2016 Melbourne Show

Stand-up legend and actor David Koechner will bring his new show to Australia for the very first time.

PBS Announces 2016 Radio Drive

PBS 106.7 is calling on all listeners to sign up and pledge their support.

National Celtic Festival Second Lineup Announcement

The National Celtic Festival is back with its second line up announcement, and we can already taste the Guinness.

Georgia State Line Locks in Ballarat Show

Bendigo gal Georgia Delves is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist behind Georgia State Line.

Mountain to Mouth 2016

Geelong after Dark returns next month, a night in which Geelong’s CBD will be treated to a program of unique and surprising works and pop-up performances. Leading up to this is an equally wonderful and unique event in Mountain to Mouth, an 80km extreme arts journey of discovery over two days and eleven stages.

Coming Up at Suttons House of Music

Ballarat’s Suttons House of Music continues to deliver musical joy, with some simply lovely treats filling out the rest of the month. First up you have Mic Conway and Matthew Fagan serving up their unique treats at the venue on April 21.

My Geelong, My Idea

Getting the chance to have your input on how your town works is pretty special, especially when they’re taken under serious consideration.

The F Word

There’s something about F-words that get people feeling a little uncomfortable, however, this exhibition held at Courthouse Youth Arts Gallery and opening on April 22, is set to get you feeling a lot more comfortable with at least one F-Word.

Thirsty Merc Kick Off Regional Tour

Thirsty Merc have kicked off a 20+ date tour in support of new single, ‘The Grind’. And if there is a band in recent times who knows a thing or two about fighting back against the grind, it’s Thirsty Merc.

Rowan Roebig Locks in Castlemaine Show

Rowan Roebig released a couple of solo albums before his Riflebirds gig unfolded. There were no accompanying live shows, but things changed towards the completion of his second album and the formation of a band.

Nathan Curnow’s The Apocalypse Awards Book Launch

Nathan Curnow an Australian writer and performer who has been working it hard for a number of years now. With a new volume of poetry coming out next week, it is a good time to have a look at what he has done and where he has been.

A GTA V Follow Up

To all the gamers out there – we have good news you. The fastest selling video game in history, Grand Theft Auto 5, is (according to a report) getting a follow-up!

Hot Tub Cinema

Just when you thought Melbourne had everything you could possibly need, the oh so almighty city surprises yet again.

Mat McHugh to Play Workers Club Geelong

Things were going swimmingly for Mat McHugh before extensive back and neck injuries forced him to cancel his September 2015 tour.

Bendigo Street Festival

After a successful first stint in December last year, the Bendigo Street Festival is back for its second run as the autumn festival.

Village Farewells Tightarse Tuesdays

Village Cinema’s ‘Tightarse Tuesday (or ‘Member Tuesday’ as they like to call it) is facing some serious changes affecting everyone who occasionally enjoys a cheap night at the movies.

Claire Anne Taylor Announces Debut Album and Castlemaine Show

There have been a whole lot of really nice things said about Claire Anne Taylor’s debut album, Elemental. Hailing from Tasmania, Claire left for Byron Bay to record the album after she won the Bluesfest Busking Competition.

Rick Price Cancellation

As a nine-year-old, Rick Price was the youngest member of a family band.

The Musicians Gumtree

We now introduce to you the Gumtree for musicians: Shario. The idea came about when the founders noticed a lot of musicians are broke, and figured they’d make life easier for them.

Warped Play Barwon Club Tonight

In a book of Geelong’s music scene, Warped would have its own chapter. Hell, they could probably fill the entire book. Benny Watkins and Cris Wilson formed the band in 1991.

The Supanova Essentials

The pop culture expo and experience of Supanova is almost upon on, so here’s a bit of guide of sorts on the event to get you having the best experience possible.

Ivan Ooze Locks in Ballarat Show

On his birth certificate you’ll find the name Ben Townsend, but it is as Ivan Ooze where the real fun begins.

Milwaukee Banks Lock in Melbourne and Ballarat Show

Melbourne-based electronic act Milwaukee Banks are set to jump on a national tour in celebration of their debut record.

 

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