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Budjerah Set July Release Date for Debut Album 'Gentleman'

Budjerah Set July Release Date for Debut Album 'Gentleman'

Budjerah has finally announced his debut album. Out on July 24th via Warner Music Australia, Gentleman, produced by Om'Mas Keith, captures who the ARIA Award winning artist is - with a nod to the pop…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Budjerah Set July Release Date for Debut Album 'Gentleman'

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Budjerah Set July Release Date for Debut Album 'Gentleman'

Budjerah has finally announced his debut album. Out on July 24th via Warner Music Australia, Gentleman, produced by Om'Mas Keith, captures who the ARIA Award winning artist is - with a nod to the pop…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Lorde Goes Independent After Universal Music Group Deal Quietly Ends

Lorde Goes Independent After Universal Music Group Deal Quietly Ends

Lorde has hit reset. The New Zealand pop star has revealed she is now operating independently after her long-time deal with Universal Music Group expired late last year. Per Variety, the New Zealand…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Lorde Goes Independent After Universal Music Group Deal Quietly Ends

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Lorde Goes Independent After Universal Music Group Deal Quietly Ends

Lorde has hit reset. The New Zealand pop star has revealed she is now operating independently after her long-time deal with Universal Music Group expired late last year. Per Variety, the New Zealand…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Australian Music Industry Posts Seventh Year of Growth, Hits $727M in 2025

Australian Music Industry Posts Seventh Year of Growth, Hits $727M in 2025

Australia’s recorded music industry has notched its seventh straight year of growth, though momentum is beginning to stabilise as streaming reaches maturity, according to new figures released by…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Australian Music Industry Posts Seventh Year of Growth, Hits $727M in 2025

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Australian Music Industry Posts Seventh Year of Growth, Hits $727M in 2025

Australia’s recorded music industry has notched its seventh straight year of growth, though momentum is beginning to stabilise as streaming reaches maturity, according to new figures released by…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Live Nation Ticketing Director Apologises After ‘Robbing Them Blind’ Messages Fallout

Live Nation Ticketing Director Apologises After ‘Robbing Them Blind’ Messages Fallout

A Live Nation ticketing director has apologised for internal messages labelling concertgoers “so stupid”, which surfaced earlier this month during legal proceedings in the company’s antitrust case.…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Live Nation Ticketing Director Apologises After ‘Robbing Them Blind’ Messages Fallout

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Live Nation Ticketing Director Apologises After ‘Robbing Them Blind’ Messages Fallout

A Live Nation ticketing director has apologised for internal messages labelling concertgoers “so stupid”, which surfaced earlier this month during legal proceedings in the company’s antitrust case.…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Bluesfest Ticketholders Call For Class Action After Festival Cancellation

Bluesfest Ticketholders Call For Class Action After Festival Cancellation

Following the cancellation of Bluesfest 2026, it remains unclear if ticketholders will receive refunds, while some are even calling for a class action against the festival. Last Friday, organisers of…

By Neil Griffiths - Mar 19, 2026
Bluesfest Ticketholders Call For Class Action After Festival Cancellation

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Bluesfest Ticketholders Call For Class Action After Festival Cancellation

Following the cancellation of Bluesfest 2026, it remains unclear if ticketholders will receive refunds, while some are even calling for a class action against the festival. Last Friday, organisers of…

By Neil Griffiths - Mar 19, 2026
Noisy Group to Launch New Festival in 2027, Adds Six New Venues to Roster

Noisy Group to Launch New Festival in 2027, Adds Six New Venues to Roster

Noisy Group has expanded its East Coast live music footprint, adding six venues across Queensland and New South Wales to its roster. The company has also taken over the programming for Salty Sounds…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
Noisy Group to Launch New Festival in 2027, Adds Six New Venues to Roster

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Noisy Group to Launch New Festival in 2027, Adds Six New Venues to Roster

Noisy Group has expanded its East Coast live music footprint, adding six venues across Queensland and New South Wales to its roster. The company has also taken over the programming for Salty Sounds…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 19, 2026
No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees

No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees

The Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) has waived all nomination fees for the 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards, in a move designed to reduce barriers for artists and industry…

By Jade Kennedy - Mar 18, 2026
No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees

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No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees

The Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) has waived all nomination fees for the 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards, in a move designed to reduce barriers for artists and industry…

By Jade Kennedy - Mar 18, 2026
Forthcoming Oasis Documentary is 'Phenomenal', and Four Hours Long

Forthcoming Oasis Documentary is 'Phenomenal', and Four Hours Long

New details have emerged about the upcoming Oasis documentary that captured the Gallagher brothers' whole reunion. Producer Steven Knight, the creator of the acclaimed Peaky Blinders series, told…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 18, 2026
Forthcoming Oasis Documentary is 'Phenomenal', and Four Hours Long

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Forthcoming Oasis Documentary is 'Phenomenal', and Four Hours Long

New details have emerged about the upcoming Oasis documentary that captured the Gallagher brothers' whole reunion. Producer Steven Knight, the creator of the acclaimed Peaky Blinders series, told…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 18, 2026
Lollapalooza Adds Lorde, 5 Seconds of Summer, Ninajirachi & More to 2026 Lineup

Lollapalooza Adds Lorde, 5 Seconds of Summer, Ninajirachi & More to 2026 Lineup

Australian and New Zealand artists are front and centre on this year’s Lollapalooza lineup, with a strong showing of local talent set to take the stage at the iconic Chicago festival. New Zealand…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 18, 2026
Lollapalooza Adds Lorde, 5 Seconds of Summer, Ninajirachi & More to 2026 Lineup

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Lollapalooza Adds Lorde, 5 Seconds of Summer, Ninajirachi & More to 2026 Lineup

Australian and New Zealand artists are front and centre on this year’s Lollapalooza lineup, with a strong showing of local talent set to take the stage at the iconic Chicago festival. New Zealand…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 18, 2026
Robbie Williams Announces Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

Robbie Williams Announces Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

Robbie Williams has announced a massive stadium tour for Australia and New Zealand this year. The UK legend will head our way in November in support of his latest and 13th studio album, Britpop, with…

By Neil Griffiths - Mar 17, 2026
Robbie Williams Announces Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

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Robbie Williams Announces Australia and New Zealand Stadium Tour

Robbie Williams has announced a massive stadium tour for Australia and New Zealand this year. The UK legend will head our way in November in support of his latest and 13th studio album, Britpop, with…

By Neil Griffiths - Mar 17, 2026
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