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ARIA Reveals 2026 Awards Criteria, Including New AI Guidelines

ARIA Reveals 2026 Awards Criteria, Including New AI Guidelines

The Australian Recording Industry Association has unveiled a series of updates to the 2026 ARIA Awards, including new guidelines governing the use of AI.

By Lauren McNamara - 21 hours ago
ARIA Reveals 2026 Awards Criteria, Including New AI Guidelines

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ARIA Reveals 2026 Awards Criteria, Including New AI Guidelines

The Australian Recording Industry Association has unveiled a series of updates to the 2026 ARIA Awards, including new guidelines governing the use of AI.

By Lauren McNamara - 21 hours ago
Chris Brown Reaches 'Settlement in Principle' Over Lawsuit From Lyricist

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Chris Brown Reaches 'Settlement in Principle' Over Lawsuit From Lyricist

Chris Brown has settled a new lawsuit. According to a court filing (as per Rolling Stone), the controversial R B singer has reached a “settlement in principle” with a lyricist who claimed he was cut…

By Conor Lochrie - 3 hours ago

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Triple J Unearthed High 2026 Winner Revealed

Triple J Unearthed High 2026 Winner Revealed

Newcastle trio Trophy Wyfe have been crowned the winners of triple j Unearthed High 2026, beating more than 1,000 entrants from across Australia.

By Lauren McNamara - 29 minutes ago
Triple J Unearthed High 2026 Winner Revealed

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Triple J Unearthed High 2026 Winner Revealed

Newcastle trio Trophy Wyfe have been crowned the winners of triple j Unearthed High 2026, beating more than 1,000 entrants from across Australia.

By Lauren McNamara - 29 minutes ago
Australian Band To The Grave Sign to International Label

Australian Band To The Grave Sign to International Label

Australian deathcore outfit To The Grave have signed to Italy's BLKIIBLK, the extreme metal imprint of Frontiers Label Group.

By Staff Writer - 17 hours ago
Australian Band To The Grave Sign to International Label

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Australian Band To The Grave Sign to International Label

Australian deathcore outfit To The Grave have signed to Italy's BLKIIBLK, the extreme metal imprint of Frontiers Label Group.

By Staff Writer - 17 hours ago
Wayside Become First Australian Act to Join Memory Music Roster

Wayside Become First Australian Act to Join Memory Music Roster

An up-and-coming Melbourne band have become the first Australian act to join the Memory Music roster.The label, helmed by Grammy-winning producer Will Yip (Turnstile, Title Fight, Circa Survive), has…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 9, 2026
Wayside Become First Australian Act to Join Memory Music Roster

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Wayside Become First Australian Act to Join Memory Music Roster

An up-and-coming Melbourne band have become the first Australian act to join the Memory Music roster.The label, helmed by Grammy-winning producer Will Yip (Turnstile, Title Fight, Circa Survive), has…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 9, 2026
Niall Horan Announces 2027 Australian Tour

Niall Horan Announces 2027 Australian Tour

Niall Horan has announced a 2027 tour of Australia.The Irish singer-songwriter will play shows in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane next February, accompanied by Jude York (see full dates…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 9, 2026
Niall Horan Announces 2027 Australian Tour

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Niall Horan Announces 2027 Australian Tour

Niall Horan has announced a 2027 tour of Australia.The Irish singer-songwriter will play shows in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane next February, accompanied by Jude York (see full dates…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 9, 2026
Tones And I Set for ‘The Voice’ Coaching Debut

Tones And I Set for ‘The Voice’ Coaching Debut

Tones And I is stepping into the red chair for the first time, joining a revamped coaching panel for the 2026 season of 'The Voice'.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 9, 2026
Tones And I Set for ‘The Voice’ Coaching Debut

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Tones And I Set for ‘The Voice’ Coaching Debut

Tones And I is stepping into the red chair for the first time, joining a revamped coaching panel for the 2026 season of 'The Voice'.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 9, 2026
Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director

Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director

Brisbane Festival has revealed its 2026 program, marking the first edition curated by newly appointed Artistic Director Ebony Bott.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 8, 2026
Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director

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Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director

Brisbane Festival has revealed its 2026 program, marking the first edition curated by newly appointed Artistic Director Ebony Bott.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 8, 2026
DOJ Lawyers Push Back on Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement

DOJ Lawyers Push Back on Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement

The US Department of Justice's own antitrust lawyers have reportedly criticised the government's proposed settlement with Live Nation and Ticketmaster.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 8, 2026
DOJ Lawyers Push Back on Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement

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DOJ Lawyers Push Back on Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement

The US Department of Justice's own antitrust lawyers have reportedly criticised the government's proposed settlement with Live Nation and Ticketmaster.

By Lauren McNamara - Jun 8, 2026
English Songwriter Talay Riley Dies After London Stabbing

English Songwriter Talay Riley Dies After London Stabbing

English singer-songwriter Talay Riley, who penned songs for the likes of Dua Lipa and Britney Spears, has died after a London stabbing. Metropolitan Police confirmed Riley's passing at the age of 35…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 8, 2026
English Songwriter Talay Riley Dies After London Stabbing

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English Songwriter Talay Riley Dies After London Stabbing

English singer-songwriter Talay Riley, who penned songs for the likes of Dua Lipa and Britney Spears, has died after a London stabbing. Metropolitan Police confirmed Riley's passing at the age of 35…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 8, 2026
DaBaby Fight Lawsuit Reaches Settlement

DaBaby Fight Lawsuit Reaches Settlement

The DaBaby lawsuit has finally been settled. The civil lawsuit, which accused the rapper of starting a brawl with his ex-girlfriend DaniLeigh's brother at a bowling alley, has been settled, according…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 8, 2026
DaBaby Fight Lawsuit Reaches Settlement

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DaBaby Fight Lawsuit Reaches Settlement

The DaBaby lawsuit has finally been settled. The civil lawsuit, which accused the rapper of starting a brawl with his ex-girlfriend DaniLeigh's brother at a bowling alley, has been settled, according…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 8, 2026
'I’m So Excited for More Kiwi Artists to Share in This Experience': A New Zealand Artist Tells Us About Playing The Great Escape

'I’m So Excited for More Kiwi Artists to Share in This Experience': A New Zealand Artist Tells Us About Playing The Great Escape

Thanks to a landmark partnership between the New Zealand Music Commission and Live Nation New Zealand, a talented contingent of Aotearoa New Zealand acts headed to English festival The Great Escape…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 8, 2026
'I’m So Excited for More Kiwi Artists to Share in This Experience': A New Zealand Artist Tells Us About Playing The Great Escape

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'I’m So Excited for More Kiwi Artists to Share in This Experience': A New Zealand Artist Tells Us About Playing The Great Escape

Thanks to a landmark partnership between the New Zealand Music Commission and Live Nation New Zealand, a talented contingent of Aotearoa New Zealand acts headed to English festival The Great Escape…

By Conor Lochrie - Jun 8, 2026
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