COVID-19

"We lost so much when Bluesfest was cancelled less than 24 hours out by NSW Public Health Order."

The survey also showed that a staggering 99% of events had no income protection or were ineligible for event cancellation insurance.

"It just seems to be a constant battle to get recognition that we actually exist, and have importance."

"Focus must now turn to further support to help bring confidence back to live music."

A swathe of support payment changes have been introduced to help prop up the state's businesses until the end of lockdown in August.

Seated and standing venues are allowed to return with strict capacity and density quotients as part of the new restrictions.

A new date for the awards is yet to be confirmed.

"Aussie fans are hungry for the world’s biggest performers to return to our shores."

In a world-first, Golden Robot Records have launched ROCK THE VAX, an initiative to encourage music lovers of Australia to get vaccinated in exchange for a free album on vinyl or CD from their back…

The Australian Idol champ says he is "embarrassed" about appearing alongside Scott Morrison to promote the bungled arts package last year.