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Yours & Owls 2026 Unveils New Event Format

Yours & Owls 2026 Unveils New Event Format

"In a world that feels increasingly heavy and chaotic, we want to offer a place to unwind and have a good time," says promoter Ben Tillman.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 29, 2026
Yours & Owls 2026 Unveils New Event Format

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Yours & Owls 2026 Unveils New Event Format

"In a world that feels increasingly heavy and chaotic, we want to offer a place to unwind and have a good time," says promoter Ben Tillman.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 29, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 Australian Women in Music Awards

Nominations Open for 2026 Australian Women in Music Awards

Twenty-two categories spanning all music genres and behind-the-scenes industry roles will be presented this year. 

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 29, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 Australian Women in Music Awards

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Nominations Open for 2026 Australian Women in Music Awards

Twenty-two categories spanning all music genres and behind-the-scenes industry roles will be presented this year. 

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 29, 2026
DMA's Announce New Album and Australia Tour

DMA's Announce New Album and Australia Tour

DMA'S will head to the east coast of Australia later this year, playing shows in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
DMA's Announce New Album and Australia Tour

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DMA's Announce New Album and Australia Tour

DMA'S will head to the east coast of Australia later this year, playing shows in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Taylor Swift Files Image and Sound Trademarks as AI Use Grows

Taylor Swift Files Image and Sound Trademarks as AI Use Grows

Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications pertaining to her voice and image as concerns grow in the music world over the rise of AI. 

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Taylor Swift Files Image and Sound Trademarks as AI Use Grows

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Taylor Swift Files Image and Sound Trademarks as AI Use Grows

Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications pertaining to her voice and image as concerns grow in the music world over the rise of AI. 

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Man Charged After Shooting at Dolly Parton's Stampede

Man Charged After Shooting at Dolly Parton's Stampede

A suspect has been charged in the fatal shooting of a man outside Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Tennessee, US.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Man Charged After Shooting at Dolly Parton's Stampede

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Man Charged After Shooting at Dolly Parton's Stampede

A suspect has been charged in the fatal shooting of a man outside Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Tennessee, US.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Crew Member Dies Building Concert Stage for Shakira in Brazil

Crew Member Dies Building Concert Stage for Shakira in Brazil

The crew member was helping to build a stage for Shakira's forthcoming concert in the country when he died following a structural accident.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Crew Member Dies Building Concert Stage for Shakira in Brazil

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Crew Member Dies Building Concert Stage for Shakira in Brazil

The crew member was helping to build a stage for Shakira's forthcoming concert in the country when he died following a structural accident.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 28, 2026
Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley Announce 'Together Alone Tour'

Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley Announce 'Together Alone Tour'

Moss and Cassar-Daley will tour Australia together later this year, playing 16 dates through October and December.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 27, 2026
Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley Announce 'Together Alone Tour'

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Ian Moss and Troy Cassar-Daley Announce 'Together Alone Tour'

Moss and Cassar-Daley will tour Australia together later this year, playing 16 dates through October and December.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 27, 2026
Peter Noble Avoids Questions About Bluesfest Toxic Workplace Allegations

Peter Noble Avoids Questions About Bluesfest Toxic Workplace Allegations

Bluesfest director Peter Noble avoided answering questions when asked about the collapse of his music festival.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 24, 2026
Peter Noble Avoids Questions About Bluesfest Toxic Workplace Allegations

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Peter Noble Avoids Questions About Bluesfest Toxic Workplace Allegations

Bluesfest director Peter Noble avoided answering questions when asked about the collapse of his music festival.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 24, 2026
NSW Regional Creatives Launch New Label

NSW Regional Creatives Launch New Label

Dashville Community Records opens a new chapter for Dashville, the regional creative team behind several long-running festivals.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
NSW Regional Creatives Launch New Label

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NSW Regional Creatives Launch New Label

Dashville Community Records opens a new chapter for Dashville, the regional creative team behind several long-running festivals.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
D4vd Had 'Significant Amount of Child Pornography' on iCloud

D4vd Had 'Significant Amount of Child Pornography' on iCloud

The US musician appeared in court as a prosecutor revealed his iCloud account "contains a significant amount of child pornography." 

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
D4vd Had 'Significant Amount of Child Pornography' on iCloud

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D4vd Had 'Significant Amount of Child Pornography' on iCloud

The US musician appeared in court as a prosecutor revealed his iCloud account "contains a significant amount of child pornography." 

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
Ball Park Music Win Big at 2026 Queensland Music Awards

Ball Park Music Win Big at 2026 Queensland Music Awards

The 2026 Queensland Music Awards winners have been announced.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
Ball Park Music Win Big at 2026 Queensland Music Awards

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Ball Park Music Win Big at 2026 Queensland Music Awards

The 2026 Queensland Music Awards winners have been announced.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
Kraftwerk Finally Lose Decades-Long Copyright Infringement Case

Kraftwerk Finally Lose Decades-Long Copyright Infringement Case

The case, which was first brought by the iconic German electronic music outfit in 2004, has now been settled.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
Kraftwerk Finally Lose Decades-Long Copyright Infringement Case

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Kraftwerk Finally Lose Decades-Long Copyright Infringement Case

The case, which was first brought by the iconic German electronic music outfit in 2004, has now been settled.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 23, 2026
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