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Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

Matthew Duckworth Kirksey, drummer of the Flaming Lips, has addressed the departure of his longtime band mate Steven Drozd, who revealed his exit last week. Speculation around Drozd’s status surfaced…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

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Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

Matthew Duckworth Kirksey, drummer of the Flaming Lips, has addressed the departure of his longtime band mate Steven Drozd, who revealed his exit last week. Speculation around Drozd’s status surfaced…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

Untitled Group has confirmed over 40,000 people attended Dom Dolla's show at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on Saturday night (December 20th), marking a major moment for Australian electronic music. His…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

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Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

Untitled Group has confirmed over 40,000 people attended Dom Dolla's show at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on Saturday night (December 20th), marking a major moment for Australian electronic music. His…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

Last night's episode of the ABC's Spicks and Specks featured Thornhill frontman Jacob Charlton, who brought a dose of heavy music credibility to the panel show. Known for his visceral performances…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

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Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

Last night's episode of the ABC's Spicks and Specks featured Thornhill frontman Jacob Charlton, who brought a dose of heavy music credibility to the panel show. Known for his visceral performances…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Multiple Departures Confirmed at Sony Music Australia

Multiple Departures Confirmed at Sony Music Australia

A number of departures have been confirmed at Sony Music Australia. The Music Network understands that Director of Marketing Clay Doughty, senior publicist Bronwyn Tasker, and Publicity and Radio…

By Neil Griffiths - Dec 22, 2025
Multiple Departures Confirmed at Sony Music Australia

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Multiple Departures Confirmed at Sony Music Australia

A number of departures have been confirmed at Sony Music Australia. The Music Network understands that Director of Marketing Clay Doughty, senior publicist Bronwyn Tasker, and Publicity and Radio…

By Neil Griffiths - Dec 22, 2025
Boy & Bear Land Highest Australian Album on ARIA Charts

Boy & Bear Land Highest Australian Album on ARIA Charts

Olivia Dean dominates the ARIA Charts yet again. This week’s chart update sees the English pop star extend an already historic run. Australian staples Boy Bear enter the top 20, and the festive…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 19, 2025
Boy & Bear Land Highest Australian Album on ARIA Charts

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Boy & Bear Land Highest Australian Album on ARIA Charts

Olivia Dean dominates the ARIA Charts yet again. This week’s chart update sees the English pop star extend an already historic run. Australian staples Boy Bear enter the top 20, and the festive…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 19, 2025
ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

ARIA has welcomed the Productivity Commission's final report on copyright and AI licensing, which confirmed there is no current justification for changes to Australia’s copyright laws. In its final…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

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ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

ARIA has welcomed the Productivity Commission's final report on copyright and AI licensing, which confirmed there is no current justification for changes to Australia’s copyright laws. In its final…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

Naarm/Melbourne-based pop star Robert Baxter has signed to the Our Golden Friend management roster. Baxter is a non-binary Taiwanese/Australian pop artist, model and influencer. Drawing on a rich…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

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Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

Naarm/Melbourne-based pop star Robert Baxter has signed to the Our Golden Friend management roster. Baxter is a non-binary Taiwanese/Australian pop artist, model and influencer. Drawing on a rich…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman’s role in the Neil Diamond-inspired Song Sung Blue is among the headline nominations at the 2026 AACTA International Awards, which were unveiled today and celebrate a standout year in…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

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Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman’s role in the Neil Diamond-inspired Song Sung Blue is among the headline nominations at the 2026 AACTA International Awards, which were unveiled today and celebrate a standout year in…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Dean Lewis to Proceed with US Tour in Wake of Misconduct Allegations

Dean Lewis to Proceed with US Tour in Wake of Misconduct Allegations

Dean Lewis will proceed with a number of rescheduled US shows next month in the wake of misconduct allegations. In October, Lewis issued a public apology after leaked private messages and videos…

By Neil Griffiths - Dec 19, 2025
Dean Lewis to Proceed with US Tour in Wake of Misconduct Allegations

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Dean Lewis to Proceed with US Tour in Wake of Misconduct Allegations

Dean Lewis will proceed with a number of rescheduled US shows next month in the wake of misconduct allegations. In October, Lewis issued a public apology after leaked private messages and videos…

By Neil Griffiths - Dec 19, 2025
Coldplay Kiss Cam Executive Finally Breaks Silence After Viral Moment

Coldplay Kiss Cam Executive Finally Breaks Silence After Viral Moment

The executive who went viral at a Coldplay concert earlier this year has broken her silence. Kristin Cabot, whose liaison with her boss at a Coldplay show made headlines around the world and cost the…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 18, 2025
Coldplay Kiss Cam Executive Finally Breaks Silence After Viral Moment

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Coldplay Kiss Cam Executive Finally Breaks Silence After Viral Moment

The executive who went viral at a Coldplay concert earlier this year has broken her silence. Kristin Cabot, whose liaison with her boss at a Coldplay show made headlines around the world and cost the…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 18, 2025
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