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Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

Melbourne nu metalcore outfit Bad Juju have released their first single via their new record label, UK-based Easy Life Records.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

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Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

Melbourne nu metalcore outfit Bad Juju have released their first single via their new record label, UK-based Easy Life Records.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

A number of Australasian execs have been named in Billboard's Global Power Players list, which honours those driving international success.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

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Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

A number of Australasian execs have been named in Billboard's Global Power Players list, which honours those driving international success.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

The full lineup for Vivid LIVE 2026 has been revealed, with more than 50 international and Australian artists set to perform.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 11, 2026
Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

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Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

The full lineup for Vivid LIVE 2026 has been revealed, with more than 50 international and Australian artists set to perform.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 11, 2026
Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

A mix of household names and emerging voices are among the 80 finalists across 20 categories announced for the 2026 Queensland Music Awards.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 10, 2026
Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

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Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

A mix of household names and emerging voices are among the 80 finalists across 20 categories announced for the 2026 Queensland Music Awards.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 10, 2026
Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

Offbeat Collective's One Off Traks has announced the participants of its annual songwriting and production camp.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

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Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

Offbeat Collective's One Off Traks has announced the participants of its annual songwriting and production camp.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

A new book titled SUSIE will offer fans a rare glimpse into the life of Susie Cave, including personal reflections from Nick Cave.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

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Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

A new book titled SUSIE will offer fans a rare glimpse into the life of Susie Cave, including personal reflections from Nick Cave.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

Vanessa Amorosi returned to the spotlight on Saturday night, joining G Flip on stage in Melbourne for a performance of 'Absolutely Everybody'.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

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Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

Vanessa Amorosi returned to the spotlight on Saturday night, joining G Flip on stage in Melbourne for a performance of 'Absolutely Everybody'.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

Australian pop favourites The Veronicas made their proper Like A Version debut on Friday morning with a cover of sombr's '12 to 12'.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

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The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

Australian pop favourites The Veronicas made their proper Like A Version debut on Friday morning with a cover of sombr's '12 to 12'.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
APRA and Canada's SOCAN Say Govt Must Work With Music Industry on Rise of AI

APRA and Canada's SOCAN Say Govt Must Work With Music Industry on Rise of AI

Australia and Canada should work together to ensure the rise of AI supports, rather than undermines, music creators, according to APRA AMCOS.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
APRA and Canada's SOCAN Say Govt Must Work With Music Industry on Rise of AI

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APRA and Canada's SOCAN Say Govt Must Work With Music Industry on Rise of AI

Australia and Canada should work together to ensure the rise of AI supports, rather than undermines, music creators, according to APRA AMCOS.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
Major Tours Used as Leverage, US Court Hears in Live Nation Antitrust Case

Major Tours Used as Leverage, US Court Hears in Live Nation Antitrust Case

Major touring artists were allegedly used as leverage to pressure venues into sticking with Ticketmaster, a US federal court has heard.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
Major Tours Used as Leverage, US Court Hears in Live Nation Antitrust Case

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Major Tours Used as Leverage, US Court Hears in Live Nation Antitrust Case

Major touring artists were allegedly used as leverage to pressure venues into sticking with Ticketmaster, a US federal court has heard.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
Guns N’ Roses Lock in Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

Guns N’ Roses Lock in Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

Guns N’ Roses have announced a major stadium tour of Australia and New Zealand, set to hit seven cities later this year.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
Guns N’ Roses Lock in Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

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Guns N’ Roses Lock in Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

Guns N’ Roses have announced a major stadium tour of Australia and New Zealand, set to hit seven cities later this year.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
An Adelaide Laneway Has Been Renamed in Honour of Hilltop Hoods

An Adelaide Laneway Has Been Renamed in Honour of Hilltop Hoods

An Adelaide CBD laneway is being renamed in honour of hometown heroes Hilltop Hoods, as part of its City of Music initiative.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 5, 2026
An Adelaide Laneway Has Been Renamed in Honour of Hilltop Hoods

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An Adelaide Laneway Has Been Renamed in Honour of Hilltop Hoods

An Adelaide CBD laneway is being renamed in honour of hometown heroes Hilltop Hoods, as part of its City of Music initiative.

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 5, 2026
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