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'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

Weird Fishes has announced its latest management signing, RAGEFLOWER. RAGEFLOWER is the first new signing since Weird Fishes launched last August. It's a coup for the fledgling independent artist…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

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'She Isn't Afraid to Push Boundaries': Weird Fishes Signs Rising Sydney Singer-Songwriter

Weird Fishes has announced its latest management signing, RAGEFLOWER. RAGEFLOWER is the first new signing since Weird Fishes launched last August. It's a coup for the fledgling independent artist…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

Britney Spears has avoided jail time in her DUI case. As per Rolling Stone, Britney plead guilty, through her attorney, to a reduced misdemeanour charge of wet reckless. Britney didn't appear in…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

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Britney Spears Avoids Jail Time in DUI Case

Britney Spears has avoided jail time in her DUI case. As per Rolling Stone, Britney plead guilty, through her attorney, to a reduced misdemeanour charge of wet reckless. Britney didn't appear in…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo is refusing to settle her backup dancers' sexual harassment lawsuit. Lizzo's world was rocked several years ago when her former backup dancers accused her of sexual harassment and fat-shaming…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

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Lizzo Is Refusing to Settle Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Lizzo is refusing to settle her backup dancers' sexual harassment lawsuit. Lizzo's world was rocked several years ago when her former backup dancers accused her of sexual harassment and fat-shaming…

By Conor Lochrie - May 5, 2026
INXS Endorsed for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction by Voting Member

INXS Endorsed for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction by Voting Member

According to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame voter Larry Mestel, INXS’ long-overdue induction could arrive within the next year or two. In a recent interview with Variety Australia, Mestel - founder and…

By Lauren McNamara - May 4, 2026
INXS Endorsed for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction by Voting Member

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INXS Endorsed for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction by Voting Member

According to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame voter Larry Mestel, INXS’ long-overdue induction could arrive within the next year or two. In a recent interview with Variety Australia, Mestel - founder and…

By Lauren McNamara - May 4, 2026
Silverback Touring Apologises After Swedish Rock Band Cancel Australian Tour

Silverback Touring Apologises After Swedish Rock Band Cancel Australian Tour

Swedish hard rock band Eclipse's Australian tour, promoted by Silverback Touring, has been cancelled as "agreed terms and conditions have not been met". The Stockholm-founded group were scheduled to…

By Lauren McNamara - May 4, 2026
Silverback Touring Apologises After Swedish Rock Band Cancel Australian Tour

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Silverback Touring Apologises After Swedish Rock Band Cancel Australian Tour

Swedish hard rock band Eclipse's Australian tour, promoted by Silverback Touring, has been cancelled as "agreed terms and conditions have not been met". The Stockholm-founded group were scheduled to…

By Lauren McNamara - May 4, 2026
Voting Opens for ABC Classic 100: Greatest of All Time

Voting Opens for ABC Classic 100: Greatest of All Time

Voting for ABC Classic 100: Greatest of All Time is now open. Revealed this morning on Classic Breakfast with Megan Burslem, voting for the countdown opened today. A press release states: "As ABC…

By Conor Lochrie - May 4, 2026
Voting Opens for ABC Classic 100: Greatest of All Time

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Voting Opens for ABC Classic 100: Greatest of All Time

Voting for ABC Classic 100: Greatest of All Time is now open. Revealed this morning on Classic Breakfast with Megan Burslem, voting for the countdown opened today. A press release states: "As ABC…

By Conor Lochrie - May 4, 2026
'It's Fabulous to See Another Venue Pop Up': Famous Sydney Venue Reopens

'It's Fabulous to See Another Venue Pop Up': Famous Sydney Venue Reopens

The Regent Theatre officially reopened its doors with a sold-out show featuring Ian Moss. The legendary Australian musician took to the stage at the iconic Sydney live music venue over the weekend…

By Conor Lochrie - May 4, 2026
'It's Fabulous to See Another Venue Pop Up': Famous Sydney Venue Reopens

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'It's Fabulous to See Another Venue Pop Up': Famous Sydney Venue Reopens

The Regent Theatre officially reopened its doors with a sold-out show featuring Ian Moss. The legendary Australian musician took to the stage at the iconic Sydney live music venue over the weekend…

By Conor Lochrie - May 4, 2026
Former Turnstile Guitarist Facing Life Sentence After Charge Upgrade

Former Turnstile Guitarist Facing Life Sentence After Charge Upgrade

Former Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert is now facing life in prison after a change to his attempted murder charge. After intentionally driving his car into the father of Turnstile frontman Brendan…

By Conor Lochrie - May 4, 2026
Former Turnstile Guitarist Facing Life Sentence After Charge Upgrade

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Former Turnstile Guitarist Facing Life Sentence After Charge Upgrade

Former Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert is now facing life in prison after a change to his attempted murder charge. After intentionally driving his car into the father of Turnstile frontman Brendan…

By Conor Lochrie - May 4, 2026
ARIA Celebrates 40 Years With Massive Hall of Fame Induction Class

ARIA Celebrates 40 Years With Massive Hall of Fame Induction Class

Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers should be aware that this content contains images and names of deceased persons. ARIA has announced six new inductees for its Hall of Fame as…

By Lauren McNamara - May 3, 2026
ARIA Celebrates 40 Years With Massive Hall of Fame Induction Class

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ARIA Celebrates 40 Years With Massive Hall of Fame Induction Class

Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers should be aware that this content contains images and names of deceased persons. ARIA has announced six new inductees for its Hall of Fame as…

By Lauren McNamara - May 3, 2026
ARIA Charts: The Amity Affliction Battle For Top Spot Against Noah Kahan and Foo Fighters

ARIA Charts: The Amity Affliction Battle For Top Spot Against Noah Kahan and Foo Fighters

Australian metalcore giants The Amity Affliction have found themselves with some big company at the top of this week's ARIA charts. The Queensland-formed band's ninth studio album, House of Cards,…

By Neil Griffiths - May 1, 2026
ARIA Charts: The Amity Affliction Battle For Top Spot Against Noah Kahan and Foo Fighters

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ARIA Charts: The Amity Affliction Battle For Top Spot Against Noah Kahan and Foo Fighters

Australian metalcore giants The Amity Affliction have found themselves with some big company at the top of this week's ARIA charts. The Queensland-formed band's ninth studio album, House of Cards,…

By Neil Griffiths - May 1, 2026
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