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Sounds by the River 2027 Lineup Announced
The Sounds of the River 2027 lineup has been revealed.The SA festival will bring an all-star Aussie lineup to Mannum on Saturday, January 9th of next year.The legendary Jimmy Barnes is the headliner,…
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Sounds by the River 2027 Lineup Announced
The Sounds of the River 2027 lineup has been revealed.The SA festival will bring an all-star Aussie lineup to Mannum on Saturday, January 9th of next year.The legendary Jimmy Barnes is the headliner,…
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Sunk Loto Sign with Welkin Entertainment Management
Australian heavy music veterans Sunk Loto have signed a new management deal with Welkin Entertainment Management.The Melbourne based company, which was founded in 2007 by Ne Obliviscaris co-founder,…
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Ralph Carr Convincted of Rape in Melbourne Court
Prominent entertainment executive Ralph Carr has been identified as the Melbourne businessman convicted of raping a former employee.A court order had initially prevented Carr — also known as Ralph…
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Liza Lim AM to Receive Prestigious Richard Gill Award at 2026 Art Music Awards
Australian composer, educator and researcher Professor Liza Lim AM will receive the Richard Gill Award for Distinguished Services to Australian Music at the 2026 Art Music Awards in Melbourne this…
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BIGSOUND Expands First Nations Program With 3%, Uncle Joe Geia and MOB CYPHER
BIGSOUND has unveiled an expanded Goowal Goowal program for its 25th anniversary, bringing together established artists, emerging talent and international First Nations delegates for a series of…
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BIGSOUND Expands First Nations Program With 3%, Uncle Joe Geia and MOB CYPHER
BIGSOUND has unveiled an expanded Goowal Goowal program for its 25th anniversary, bringing together established artists, emerging talent and international First Nations delegates for a series of…
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ARIA Charts: Amy Shark's 'Soft Pop' is This Week's No. 1 Australian Album
Amy Shark has taken out the top spot on the Australian Albums chart this week with her new album, 'Soft Pop.'
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ARIA Charts: Amy Shark's 'Soft Pop' is This Week's No. 1 Australian Album
Amy Shark has taken out the top spot on the Australian Albums chart this week with her new album, 'Soft Pop.'
Glenn A Baker Passes Away at 74
Glenn A Baker, one of Australia's most revered journalists, is confirmed to have passed away on Friday morning.
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Glenn A Baker Passes Away at 74
Glenn A Baker, one of Australia's most revered journalists, is confirmed to have passed away on Friday morning.
Charli XCX Cruises to Top of Aotearoa Charts
Charli XCX has grabbed a second No. 1 album in New Zealand.The English pop superstar debuts atop this week's Top 40 Albums Chart with Music, Fashion, Film, which earned a rave review from Rolling…
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Charli XCX Cruises to Top of Aotearoa Charts
Charli XCX has grabbed a second No. 1 album in New Zealand.The English pop superstar debuts atop this week's Top 40 Albums Chart with Music, Fashion, Film, which earned a rave review from Rolling…
Federal Government Adds $12.5 Million to Revive Live Funding
The federal government will commit a further $12.5 million to its Revive Live program in 2026-27, extending financial support for Australian live music venues, festivals, artists and industry…
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Federal Government Adds $12.5 Million to Revive Live Funding
The federal government will commit a further $12.5 million to its Revive Live program in 2026-27, extending financial support for Australian live music venues, festivals, artists and industry…
Peking Duk Take Aim at Australian Radio in Video
Peking Duk have taken aim at Australian radio airplay and AI music in a social media video this week.
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Peking Duk Take Aim at Australian Radio in Video
Peking Duk have taken aim at Australian radio airplay and AI music in a social media video this week.
New Annual Announces 2026 Festival Program
New Annual has unveiled its full 2026 program, with Hermitude, Ngaiire, Trophy Wyfe and three generations of Newcastle punk among the music highlights set to take over the city from September 25th to…
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New Annual Announces 2026 Festival Program
New Annual has unveiled its full 2026 program, with Hermitude, Ngaiire, Trophy Wyfe and three generations of Newcastle punk among the music highlights set to take over the city from September 25th to…
Ninajirachi Sweeps 2026 AIR Awards
Ninajirachi swept the 2026 AIR Awards.The breakout producer was the big winner at the ceremony in Adelaide last night (July 30th), with the awards celebrating the best of Australia's independent…
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Ninajirachi Sweeps 2026 AIR Awards
Ninajirachi swept the 2026 AIR Awards.The breakout producer was the big winner at the ceremony in Adelaide last night (July 30th), with the awards celebrating the best of Australia's independent…
Odd Culture Group to Take Over The Imperial Hotel Ahead of $5 Million Redevelopment
Odd Culture Group will assume operations of Sydney LGBTQIA+ institution The Imperial Hotel Erskineville from September 1st, ahead of a planned $5 million redevelopment.The hospitality group will…
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Odd Culture Group to Take Over The Imperial Hotel Ahead of $5 Million Redevelopment
Odd Culture Group will assume operations of Sydney LGBTQIA+ institution The Imperial Hotel Erskineville from September 1st, ahead of a planned $5 million redevelopment.The hospitality group will…
Afroman Files Lawsuit Against Officer Who Sued Him and Lost
Afroman is out for revenge. As per Rolling Stone, Afroman has filed a lawsuit against one of the officers who raided his home in 2022 and later sued the musician after he turned footage of the raid…
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Afroman Files Lawsuit Against Officer Who Sued Him and Lost
Afroman is out for revenge. As per Rolling Stone, Afroman has filed a lawsuit against one of the officers who raided his home in 2022 and later sued the musician after he turned footage of the raid…
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