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Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

The winner of Keith Urban's Rising Star Scholarship - which offers career-defining access to Nashville - has been revealed.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

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Keith Urban Crowns Inaugural Rising Star Scholarship Winner

The winner of Keith Urban's Rising Star Scholarship - which offers career-defining access to Nashville - has been revealed.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 20, 2026
Planning Record Store Day? Here’s What Not to Miss

Planning Record Store Day? Here’s What Not to Miss

Here's what you need to know for Record Store Day tomorrow, as independent record stores across Australia and NZ pull out all the stops. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 17, 2026
Planning Record Store Day? Here’s What Not to Miss

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Planning Record Store Day? Here’s What Not to Miss

Here's what you need to know for Record Store Day tomorrow, as independent record stores across Australia and NZ pull out all the stops. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 17, 2026
'We Didn't Consider the Hurt Our Words Could Cause': Radio Free Alice Apologise for Comments About Usher Song

'We Didn't Consider the Hurt Our Words Could Cause': Radio Free Alice Apologise for Comments About Usher Song

Radio Free Alice have apologised after labelling Usher's 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' “the ugliest duckling of bad songs".

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 17, 2026
'We Didn't Consider the Hurt Our Words Could Cause': Radio Free Alice Apologise for Comments About Usher Song

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'We Didn't Consider the Hurt Our Words Could Cause': Radio Free Alice Apologise for Comments About Usher Song

Radio Free Alice have apologised after labelling Usher's 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' “the ugliest duckling of bad songs".

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 17, 2026
Triple J Announces New Breakfast and Drive Teams as Concetta Caristo Departs

Triple J Announces New Breakfast and Drive Teams as Concetta Caristo Departs

Breakfast host Concetta Caristo is bidding farewell to triple j, as part of a major mid-year shake-up to its on-air lineup.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 17, 2026
Triple J Announces New Breakfast and Drive Teams as Concetta Caristo Departs

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Triple J Announces New Breakfast and Drive Teams as Concetta Caristo Departs

Breakfast host Concetta Caristo is bidding farewell to triple j, as part of a major mid-year shake-up to its on-air lineup.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 17, 2026
Jimmy Barnes and Kate Ceberano Join Industry-Wide Tributes to INXS Honour

Jimmy Barnes and Kate Ceberano Join Industry-Wide Tributes to INXS Honour

Jimmy Barnes and Kate Ceberano are among several artists who have paid tribute to INXS after news of their Ted Albert Award recognition.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 15, 2026
Jimmy Barnes and Kate Ceberano Join Industry-Wide Tributes to INXS Honour

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Jimmy Barnes and Kate Ceberano Join Industry-Wide Tributes to INXS Honour

Jimmy Barnes and Kate Ceberano are among several artists who have paid tribute to INXS after news of their Ted Albert Award recognition.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 15, 2026
Yours & Owls Set to Return in 2026

Yours & Owls Set to Return in 2026

Yours & Owls is officially locked in for 2026, with the beloved Wollongong festival confirming its return for 2026.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 15, 2026
Yours & Owls Set to Return in 2026

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Yours & Owls Set to Return in 2026

Yours & Owls is officially locked in for 2026, with the beloved Wollongong festival confirming its return for 2026.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 15, 2026
INXS Miss Out as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Is Announced

INXS Miss Out as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Is Announced

Australia's own INXS have missed out on induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as the 2026 class has been unveiled. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 14, 2026
INXS Miss Out as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Is Announced

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INXS Miss Out as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Is Announced

Australia's own INXS have missed out on induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as the 2026 class has been unveiled. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 14, 2026
MusicNSW Reveals Participants for Inaugural Wamarra Music Lab

MusicNSW Reveals Participants for Inaugural Wamarra Music Lab

The participants and facilitators of MusicNSW's inaugural Wamarra Music Lab - a First Nations led business program - have been revealed. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 14, 2026
MusicNSW Reveals Participants for Inaugural Wamarra Music Lab

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MusicNSW Reveals Participants for Inaugural Wamarra Music Lab

The participants and facilitators of MusicNSW's inaugural Wamarra Music Lab - a First Nations led business program - have been revealed. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 14, 2026
INXS Honoured with Ted Albert Award at 2026 APRA Music Awards

INXS Honoured with Ted Albert Award at 2026 APRA Music Awards

One of Australia’s most successful and internationally recognised bands, INXS are being honoured with a top industry award.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 13, 2026
INXS Honoured with Ted Albert Award at 2026 APRA Music Awards

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INXS Honoured with Ted Albert Award at 2026 APRA Music Awards

One of Australia’s most successful and internationally recognised bands, INXS are being honoured with a top industry award.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 13, 2026
'Australian Idol' Goes Out Big with Star-Studded Finale: 'A True Celebration of What 'Idol' Represents'

'Australian Idol' Goes Out Big with Star-Studded Finale: 'A True Celebration of What 'Idol' Represents'

The 2026 'Australian Idol' season will wrap this week with a huge finale featuring performances from some of the country’s biggest stars.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 13, 2026
'Australian Idol' Goes Out Big with Star-Studded Finale: 'A True Celebration of What 'Idol' Represents'

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'Australian Idol' Goes Out Big with Star-Studded Finale: 'A True Celebration of What 'Idol' Represents'

The 2026 'Australian Idol' season will wrap this week with a huge finale featuring performances from some of the country’s biggest stars.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 13, 2026
Radio Free Alice Cover Usher's 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' for Like a Version

Radio Free Alice Cover Usher's 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' for Like a Version

Radio Free Alice have delivered a twist to a club classic, taking on 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' for their debut Like a Version appearance.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 10, 2026
Radio Free Alice Cover Usher's 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' for Like a Version

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Radio Free Alice Cover Usher's 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' for Like a Version

Radio Free Alice have delivered a twist to a club classic, taking on 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love' for their debut Like a Version appearance.

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 10, 2026
Post-Punk Quarter Loose Fit Sign to Dinosaur City, Announce New EP

Post-Punk Quarter Loose Fit Sign to Dinosaur City, Announce New EP

Sydney-based quartet Loose Fit have announced a new EP 'Bittersweet Excess', due out via their new label Dinosaur City on May 22nd. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 10, 2026
Post-Punk Quarter Loose Fit Sign to Dinosaur City, Announce New EP

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Post-Punk Quarter Loose Fit Sign to Dinosaur City, Announce New EP

Sydney-based quartet Loose Fit have announced a new EP 'Bittersweet Excess', due out via their new label Dinosaur City on May 22nd. 

By Lauren McNamara - Apr 10, 2026
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