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Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

The Laneway Festival 2026 bill is here, showcasing a mix of standout local talent and international stars.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 18, 2025
Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

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Laneway Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed

The Laneway Festival 2026 bill is here, showcasing a mix of standout local talent and international stars.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 18, 2025
Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

Casey Barnes has amicably ended his six-year partnership with Chugg Music, closing a chapter that helped shape his award-winning career.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2025
Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

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Casey Barnes and Chugg Music Part Ways After Six Years

Casey Barnes has amicably ended his six-year partnership with Chugg Music, closing a chapter that helped shape his award-winning career.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2025
LimeWire Buys Fyre Festival Brand

LimeWire Buys Fyre Festival Brand

LimeWire has acquired Fyre Festival in a US$245,000 deal, promising to give the disaster-plagued brand a fresh, and legitimate, future.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2025
LimeWire Buys Fyre Festival Brand

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LimeWire Buys Fyre Festival Brand

LimeWire has acquired Fyre Festival in a US$245,000 deal, promising to give the disaster-plagued brand a fresh, and legitimate, future.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 17, 2025
Royel Otis, Ninajirachi, The Chats Booked For Coachella 2026

Royel Otis, Ninajirachi, The Chats Booked For Coachella 2026

Royel Otis take their positions on a bill that is headlined by Sabrina Carpenter, Karol G, Anyma, and Justin Bieber.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 16, 2025
Royel Otis, Ninajirachi, The Chats Booked For Coachella 2026

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Royel Otis, Ninajirachi, The Chats Booked For Coachella 2026

Royel Otis take their positions on a bill that is headlined by Sabrina Carpenter, Karol G, Anyma, and Justin Bieber.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 16, 2025
BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

BIGSOUND has confirmed its dates for 2026, after wrapping up another successful year in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 10, 2025
BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

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BIGSOUND Confirms 2026 Dates Following Successful 2025 Edition

BIGSOUND has confirmed its dates for 2026, after wrapping up another successful year in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 10, 2025
New Festival Comes to Melbourne

New Festival Comes to Melbourne

A new festival is coming to Melbourne this New Year's Eve, lighting up the city's iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Gardens. 

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 9, 2025
New Festival Comes to Melbourne

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New Festival Comes to Melbourne

A new festival is coming to Melbourne this New Year's Eve, lighting up the city's iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Gardens. 

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 9, 2025
Vampr and Global Producer Lollies Launch 'Flip This Loop' Competition

Vampr and Global Producer Lollies Launch 'Flip This Loop' Competition

Vampr has partnered with acclaimed songwriter, producer, and composer Lollies to launch 'Flip This Loop', a global music competition.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 9, 2025
Vampr and Global Producer Lollies Launch 'Flip This Loop' Competition

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Vampr and Global Producer Lollies Launch 'Flip This Loop' Competition

Vampr has partnered with acclaimed songwriter, producer, and composer Lollies to launch 'Flip This Loop', a global music competition.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 9, 2025
Stray Kids Surpass BTS, Linkin Park with Seventh Billboard No. 1

Stray Kids Surpass BTS, Linkin Park with Seventh Billboard No. 1

Powerhouse K-pop Stray Kids have made history, achieving their seventh No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with "Karma".

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 3, 2025
Stray Kids Surpass BTS, Linkin Park with Seventh Billboard No. 1

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Stray Kids Surpass BTS, Linkin Park with Seventh Billboard No. 1

Powerhouse K-pop Stray Kids have made history, achieving their seventh No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with "Karma".

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 3, 2025
Fuzzy and Elrow Unite for Massive Bondi Beach NYE Festival

Fuzzy and Elrow Unite for Massive Bondi Beach NYE Festival

Fuzzy has teamed up with European entertainment brand elrow for its highly anticipated Bondi Beach New Year's Eve festival.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
Fuzzy and Elrow Unite for Massive Bondi Beach NYE Festival

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Fuzzy and Elrow Unite for Massive Bondi Beach NYE Festival

Fuzzy has teamed up with European entertainment brand elrow for its highly anticipated Bondi Beach New Year's Eve festival.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
New World Artists Signs 14-Year-Old Aussie Artist

New World Artists Signs 14-Year-Old Aussie Artist

14-year-old artist Maple's Pet Dinosaur has been signed by New World Artists for exclusive live touring across Australia and New Zealand. 

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
New World Artists Signs 14-Year-Old Aussie Artist

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New World Artists Signs 14-Year-Old Aussie Artist

14-year-old artist Maple's Pet Dinosaur has been signed by New World Artists for exclusive live touring across Australia and New Zealand. 

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
Historic Record Store Marbecks Says Goodbye to its Shopfront

Historic Record Store Marbecks Says Goodbye to its Shopfront

One of Auckland's most iconic record stores, Marbecks, is closing its physical doors after more than nine decades.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
Historic Record Store Marbecks Says Goodbye to its Shopfront

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Historic Record Store Marbecks Says Goodbye to its Shopfront

One of Auckland's most iconic record stores, Marbecks, is closing its physical doors after more than nine decades.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
Snoop Dogg Addresses Same-Sex Couple Remarks Amid Debate Over AFL Grand Final Booking

Snoop Dogg Addresses Same-Sex Couple Remarks Amid Debate Over AFL Grand Final Booking

Snoop Dogg has addressed his same-sex couple remarks amid debate over his appearance at the AFL Grand Final.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
Snoop Dogg Addresses Same-Sex Couple Remarks Amid Debate Over AFL Grand Final Booking

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Snoop Dogg Addresses Same-Sex Couple Remarks Amid Debate Over AFL Grand Final Booking

Snoop Dogg has addressed his same-sex couple remarks amid debate over his appearance at the AFL Grand Final.

By Lauren McNamara - Sep 1, 2025
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