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Tones And I Turned Down NRL Grand Final Due to US Macklemore Commitment, Management Says

Tones And I Turned Down NRL Grand Final Due to US Macklemore Commitment, Management Says

Tones And I’s management have explained why the singer was unable to accept an offer to perform at next weekend’s NRL Grand Final.

By Neil Griffiths - 1 hour ago
Tones And I Turned Down NRL Grand Final Due to US Macklemore Commitment, Management Says

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Tones And I Turned Down NRL Grand Final Due to US Macklemore Commitment, Management Says

Tones And I’s management have explained why the singer was unable to accept an offer to perform at next weekend’s NRL Grand Final.

By Neil Griffiths - 1 hour ago

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Tones And I and NRL Discussions Break Down Over Grand Final Performance

Tones And I and NRL Discussions Break Down Over Grand Final Performance

Tones And I was in talks to perform this year's NRL grand final until discussions reportedly broke down around her hit song “Dance Monkey.”

By Neil Griffiths - 16 hours ago
Tones And I and NRL Discussions Break Down Over Grand Final Performance

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Tones And I and NRL Discussions Break Down Over Grand Final Performance

Tones And I was in talks to perform this year's NRL grand final until discussions reportedly broke down around her hit song “Dance Monkey.”

By Neil Griffiths - 16 hours ago
QLD Music Trails' Outback Trail Returns for Its Fifth Year

QLD Music Trails' Outback Trail Returns for Its Fifth Year

The 2026 Trail recorded a 95% increase in attendance compared with the previous year and generated $2.9 million in visitor expenditure across Queensland.

By Alisha Buaya - 20 hours ago
QLD Music Trails' Outback Trail Returns for Its Fifth Year

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QLD Music Trails' Outback Trail Returns for Its Fifth Year

The 2026 Trail recorded a 95% increase in attendance compared with the previous year and generated $2.9 million in visitor expenditure across Queensland.

By Alisha Buaya - 20 hours ago
‘We Need to Standardise the Entry Point’: Oxford Creative Academy Launches New Music Diploma

‘We Need to Standardise the Entry Point’: Oxford Creative Academy Launches New Music Diploma

Oxford Creative Academy founder and CEO Matt O’Connor spoke to The Music Network about their new Diploma and his vision for the future of music industry education.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 20, 2026
‘We Need to Standardise the Entry Point’: Oxford Creative Academy Launches New Music Diploma

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‘We Need to Standardise the Entry Point’: Oxford Creative Academy Launches New Music Diploma

Oxford Creative Academy founder and CEO Matt O’Connor spoke to The Music Network about their new Diploma and his vision for the future of music industry education.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 20, 2026
Celine Dion, Chris Martin, Keith Urban & More Celebrate John Farnham at Melbourne Tribute

Celine Dion, Chris Martin, Keith Urban & More Celebrate John Farnham at Melbourne Tribute

More than 120 artists and musicians came together at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night for a major celebration of John Farnham’s career.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 20, 2026
Celine Dion, Chris Martin, Keith Urban & More Celebrate John Farnham at Melbourne Tribute

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Celine Dion, Chris Martin, Keith Urban & More Celebrate John Farnham at Melbourne Tribute

More than 120 artists and musicians came together at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on Sunday night for a major celebration of John Farnham’s career.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 20, 2026
More Than 50 Albums Already Nominated for 2026 Australian Music Prize

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2026
More Than 50 Albums Already Nominated for 2026 Australian Music Prize

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2026
Ticket Scammers Still Getting Through Despite Tougher Resale Laws, Report Finds

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'.

By Alisha Buaya - Sep 17, 2026
Ticket Scammers Still Getting Through Despite Tougher Resale Laws, Report Finds

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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'.

By Alisha Buaya - Sep 17, 2026
Creative Australia Invests $2 Million In Funding to National Music and Theatre Touring Programs

Creative Australia Invests $2 Million In Funding to National Music and Theatre Touring Programs

Creative Australia has announced more than $2 million in funding through its national touring programs.

By Alisha Buaya - Sep 17, 2026
Creative Australia Invests $2 Million In Funding to National Music and Theatre Touring Programs

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Creative Australia Invests $2 Million In Funding to National Music and Theatre Touring Programs

Creative Australia has announced more than $2 million in funding through its national touring programs.

By Alisha Buaya - Sep 17, 2026
Macklemore Pledges $1 Million as Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout Continues

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.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2026
Macklemore Pledges $1 Million as Ed Sheeran Tour Fallout Continues

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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.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2026
Laufey Signs With Interscope and Verve After Six Years as Independent Artist

Laufey Signs With Interscope and Verve After Six Years as Independent Artist

Two-time Grammy winner Laufey has signed with Interscope Records and Verve Records.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 16, 2026
Laufey Signs With Interscope and Verve After Six Years as Independent Artist

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Laufey Signs With Interscope and Verve After Six Years as Independent Artist

Two-time Grammy winner Laufey has signed with Interscope Records and Verve Records.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 16, 2026
Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil and Archie Roach Lead AMPA's New Exhibition

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…

By Jade Kennedy - Sep 16, 2026
Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil and Archie Roach Lead AMPA's New Exhibition

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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…

By Jade Kennedy - Sep 16, 2026
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