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Rolling Stone AU/NZ Lists the 300 Best Songs of the Century So Far

Rolling Stone AU/NZ Lists the 300 Best Songs of the Century So Far

Today, Rolling Stone AU/NZ has unveiled its list of the 300 Best Songs of the 21st Century So Far, spotlighting the most influential, innovative, and era-shaping tracks from Australian and New…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 10, 2025
Rolling Stone AU/NZ Lists the 300 Best Songs of the Century So Far

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Rolling Stone AU/NZ Lists the 300 Best Songs of the Century So Far

Today, Rolling Stone AU/NZ has unveiled its list of the 300 Best Songs of the 21st Century So Far, spotlighting the most influential, innovative, and era-shaping tracks from Australian and New…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 10, 2025
Woodford Folk Festival Founder Bill Hauritz AM Passes Away

Woodford Folk Festival Founder Bill Hauritz AM Passes Away

Australian music industry legend and founder of the beloved Woodford Folk Festival, Bill Hauritz AM, has passed away. Managing director of the rural music festival, Amanda Jackes, confirmed Hauritz'…

By Neil Griffiths - Dec 9, 2025
Woodford Folk Festival Founder Bill Hauritz AM Passes Away

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Woodford Folk Festival Founder Bill Hauritz AM Passes Away

Australian music industry legend and founder of the beloved Woodford Folk Festival, Bill Hauritz AM, has passed away. Managing director of the rural music festival, Amanda Jackes, confirmed Hauritz'…

By Neil Griffiths - Dec 9, 2025
NSW Government Backs SongMakers Expansion with $1.53M Funding

NSW Government Backs SongMakers Expansion with $1.53M Funding

SongMakers, a songwriting program for young people, will be expanded in New South Wales in 2026 and 2027, thanks to new funding from the State Government. Through the NSW Government's Sound NSW,…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 9, 2025
NSW Government Backs SongMakers Expansion with $1.53M Funding

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NSW Government Backs SongMakers Expansion with $1.53M Funding

SongMakers, a songwriting program for young people, will be expanded in New South Wales in 2026 and 2027, thanks to new funding from the State Government. Through the NSW Government's Sound NSW,…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 9, 2025
Groovin the Moo Issues Statement on 2026 Festival

Groovin the Moo Issues Statement on 2026 Festival

As the new year draws closer, organisers have issued a statement regarding the status of Groovin the Moo's 2026 events. With the festival typically announcing its lineup in January for the March…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 9, 2025
Groovin the Moo Issues Statement on 2026 Festival

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Groovin the Moo Issues Statement on 2026 Festival

As the new year draws closer, organisers have issued a statement regarding the status of Groovin the Moo's 2026 events. With the festival typically announcing its lineup in January for the March…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 9, 2025
Baker Boy, Ninajirachi, MAY-A Among Top 50 Finalists of Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Comp

Baker Boy, Ninajirachi, MAY-A Among Top 50 Finalists of Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Comp

The Top 50 finalists of the Vanda Young global songwriting competition have been revealed. The standout roster of songwriting talent from across the globe showcases a rich diversity of styles and…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 9, 2025
Baker Boy, Ninajirachi, MAY-A Among Top 50 Finalists of Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Comp

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Baker Boy, Ninajirachi, MAY-A Among Top 50 Finalists of Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Comp

The Top 50 finalists of the Vanda Young global songwriting competition have been revealed. The standout roster of songwriting talent from across the globe showcases a rich diversity of styles and…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 9, 2025
Voting Opens for Triple J's Hottest 100

Voting Opens for Triple J's Hottest 100

Voting has opened for triple j's Hottest 100. The Hottest 100 is back, returning on the last weekend on January next year to celebrate the best music released in 2025. Announced on triple j Breakfast…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 8, 2025
Voting Opens for Triple J's Hottest 100

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Voting Opens for Triple J's Hottest 100

Voting has opened for triple j's Hottest 100. The Hottest 100 is back, returning on the last weekend on January next year to celebrate the best music released in 2025. Announced on triple j Breakfast…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 8, 2025
Julia Jacklin, Folk Bitch Trio, Genesis Owusu and More to Unite for Gaza Fundraiser

Julia Jacklin, Folk Bitch Trio, Genesis Owusu and More to Unite for Gaza Fundraiser

Some of Australia's best musicians, including Genesis Owusu and Julia Jacklin, are joining forces for a Gaza fundraiser. On Sunday, December 21st, a collection of musicians, DJs, speakers, advocates…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 8, 2025
Julia Jacklin, Folk Bitch Trio, Genesis Owusu and More to Unite for Gaza Fundraiser

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Julia Jacklin, Folk Bitch Trio, Genesis Owusu and More to Unite for Gaza Fundraiser

Some of Australia's best musicians, including Genesis Owusu and Julia Jacklin, are joining forces for a Gaza fundraiser. On Sunday, December 21st, a collection of musicians, DJs, speakers, advocates…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 8, 2025
Metallica Concert Stunt Ends in Lifetime Bans for Two Perth Fans

Metallica Concert Stunt Ends in Lifetime Bans for Two Perth Fans

Two fans at Metallica’s Perth show last month have been barred for life from Optus Stadium after attempting a high-risk stunt. As per Louder Sound, Beau William Loch Rollings, 20, and Rory Hugh…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 8, 2025
Metallica Concert Stunt Ends in Lifetime Bans for Two Perth Fans

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Metallica Concert Stunt Ends in Lifetime Bans for Two Perth Fans

Two fans at Metallica’s Perth show last month have been barred for life from Optus Stadium after attempting a high-risk stunt. As per Louder Sound, Beau William Loch Rollings, 20, and Rory Hugh…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 8, 2025
Sean Combs' Mother Slams Netflix Documentary

Sean Combs' Mother Slams Netflix Documentary

Sean Combs' mother has issued a forceful rebuttal to claims made in Netflix's documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning, calling allegations of abusive parenting "untrue" and demanding public retractions…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 8, 2025
Sean Combs' Mother Slams Netflix Documentary

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Sean Combs' Mother Slams Netflix Documentary

Sean Combs' mother has issued a forceful rebuttal to claims made in Netflix's documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning, calling allegations of abusive parenting "untrue" and demanding public retractions…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 8, 2025
White House Uses Sabrina Carpenter Clip for New ICE Video

White House Uses Sabrina Carpenter Clip for New ICE Video

Sabrina Carpenter found herself at the centre of another political controversy after the White House released a second video featuring the pop star's image, this time using manipulated footage from…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 7, 2025
White House Uses Sabrina Carpenter Clip for New ICE Video

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White House Uses Sabrina Carpenter Clip for New ICE Video

Sabrina Carpenter found herself at the centre of another political controversy after the White House released a second video featuring the pop star's image, this time using manipulated footage from…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 7, 2025
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