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More Than 50 Albums Already Nominated for 2026 Australian Music Prize
Judging for the 2026 Australian Music Prize is nearing the end of its first stage, with more than 500 Australian albums in contention.
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More Than 50 Albums Already Nominated for 2026 Australian Music Prize
Judging for the 2026 Australian Music Prize is nearing the end of its first stage, with more than 500 Australian albums in contention.
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Ticket Scammers Still Getting Through Despite Tougher Resale Laws, Report Finds
Despite tougher resale laws and regulated platforms, scammers are still getting through, according to Tixel's 'Future of Ticketing Report'.
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‘We Don’t Aspire to Be Other Festivals’: QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis Reflects on BIGSOUND 2026
BIGSOUND won’t chase the model of other major festivals as the organisation begins planning for 2027 and beyond, according to QMusic CEO Kristy Ellis.
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ARIA Charts: Angus & Julia Stone Score First No. 1 Album in Over 10 Years
Australian favourites Angus & Julia Stone have scored their first No. 1 album on the ARIA charts in over ten years.
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Macklemore Pledges $1 Million as Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout Continues
The fallout from Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s ‘Loop’ tour has escalated, with the rapper publicly challenging New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft.
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Macklemore Pledges $1 Million as Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout Continues
The fallout from Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s ‘Loop’ tour has escalated, with the rapper publicly challenging New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft.
Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil and Archie Roach Lead AMPA's New Exhibition
Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil, Archie Roach and Olivia Newton-John feature in a new Melbourne exhibition, with Minogue's gold hot pants and Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst's Ludwig drum kit among the…
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Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil and Archie Roach Lead AMPA's New Exhibition
Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil, Archie Roach and Olivia Newton-John feature in a new Melbourne exhibition, with Minogue's gold hot pants and Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst's Ludwig drum kit among the…
Ed Sheeran's Opening Acts Drop Off US Tour After Macklemore Axing
All of the remaining opening acts on Ed Sheeran's ‘Loop’ tour have dropped out after Macklemore was axed for making pro-Palestine comments onstage.
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Ed Sheeran's Opening Acts Drop Off US Tour After Macklemore Axing
All of the remaining opening acts on Ed Sheeran's ‘Loop’ tour have dropped out after Macklemore was axed for making pro-Palestine comments onstage.
Calvin Harris to Embark on First Ever Headline Australian Tour
Scottish DJ star Calvin Harris has announced his first-ever headline tour of Australia.
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Calvin Harris to Embark on First Ever Headline Australian Tour
Scottish DJ star Calvin Harris has announced his first-ever headline tour of Australia.
Live Music Is Becoming a Key Loyalty Tool for Brands, Live Nation Study Shows
According to new research from Live Nation, an overwhelming majority of Australian live music fans would sign up for or switch loyalty programs to access live music perks.
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Live Music Is Becoming a Key Loyalty Tool for Brands, Live Nation Study Shows
According to new research from Live Nation, an overwhelming majority of Australian live music fans would sign up for or switch loyalty programs to access live music perks.
Divine Playhouse Sets Sydney Comeback After Forced Closure
Two months after being forced out of its Kent Street home, the team behind Divine Playhouse has unveiled its next move.
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Divine Playhouse Sets Sydney Comeback After Forced Closure
Two months after being forced out of its Kent Street home, the team behind Divine Playhouse has unveiled its next move.
ICEHOUSE Announce ‘Man of Colours’ Arena Tour for 2027
ICEHOUSE will return to arenas in 2027 for their first headline indoor concert tour in more than two decades, celebrating the 40th anniversary of 'Man of Colours'.
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ICEHOUSE Announce ‘Man of Colours’ Arena Tour for 2027
ICEHOUSE will return to arenas in 2027 for their first headline indoor concert tour in more than two decades, celebrating the 40th anniversary of 'Man of Colours'.
Empire of the Sun Announce Biggest Ever Tour of Australia
Empire of the Sun have announced their biggest ever tour of Australia set for 2027.
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Empire of the Sun Announce Biggest Ever Tour of Australia
Empire of the Sun have announced their biggest ever tour of Australia set for 2027.
These Aussie Artists Have Put Their Spin on the New Birdie’s Brekkie Jingle
Macca’s has given Birdie a theme song, and Australian artists have now started putting their own spin on it.
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These Aussie Artists Have Put Their Spin on the New Birdie’s Brekkie Jingle
Macca’s has given Birdie a theme song, and Australian artists have now started putting their own spin on it.
Former Sticky Fingers Frontman Dylan Frost Faces Court Over AVO
Former Sticky Fingers frontman Dylan Frost has appeared in court over an apprehended violence order.
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Former Sticky Fingers Frontman Dylan Frost Faces Court Over AVO
Former Sticky Fingers frontman Dylan Frost has appeared in court over an apprehended violence order.
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