Cattle Decapitation: One of the most brutal, relentless and vital forces in extreme music

Who would have thought a group of vegetarians starting a metal band called Cattle Decapitation would become such a massive international hit.

Tigerlily: a powerhouse of the Australian music industry

Dara Hayes is a girl on fire. The 25-year-old Sydney-sider, better known as DJ Tigerlily, has gone from mixing tracks in her bedroom to becoming one of Australia’s elite performers, performed all over the globe. We chat to the bubbly DJ on her upcoming performance at Road to ULTRA, crossing into the pop realm and stepping away from her famous blue hair.

Ballarat Blog #680

Things are slowly winding down in the Rat as Christmas has been and gone, but the acts keep coming thick and fast.

The Pleasure Garden 2017

You don’t need to take a trip down the rabbit hole to experience the ultimate Wonderland, you simply need to visit The Pleasure Garden.

The new Geelong nightclub that’s sure to attract

Meet me Halfway

Urban Spread Announcement: Lorne Show Added PLUS SPECIAL GUEST

Lock in January 26th, this one is going to be EPIC

The Q Train; Unique, Delicious and Exciting

The Q Train may have been up and running for only a short time, but it will fast become another feather in the Bellarine’s cap.

Boo Seeka is set to embark on the Urban Spread Summer Series in 2018

Urban Spread Summer Series continues to deliver on the ultimate summer good time vibes with the announcement that indie electro…

Tommy Emmanuel is hosting a Guitar Camp in 2018

Over four days and nights, guitar students and aficionados will receive masterclasses and performances with Tommy and fellow guitarists Michael Fix, Simon Hosford and Richard Smith.

Blues News #679

Less than half a month to go until the Bluestone Blues Festival over New Year.

Pop Culture #679

Having now seen the first two episodes of Romper Stomper, Stan’s new six part series based (loosely) on the original 1992 film, it’s clear the producers were faced with a dilemma.

Too Heavy To Hug #679

The top 5 metal releases for 2017 are…

Pulp 128

Another week, another edition of Forte and another round of excellent comics to talk about – and I’m stoked to have picked out a seriously great story to discuss this time around.

An Exhibition of Music Photography

If you love music, photos and beer then this is an exhibition you should get to!

Spend NYE at the Bluestone Blues Festival

Running over two days, the family friendly festival held by Geelong’s own Sleepy Hollow Blues Club is now going into its 22nd year, and shows no signs of slowing down.

Pop by the Maker’s Market for some last minute Chrissy shopping

There’ll be live local acoustic musos down their laneway and heaps of great stalls selling handmade creations from local artists

Andrea Robertson: Remind Myself

Remind Myself is the sophomore album of Bellarine musician Andrea Robertson.

Good For Wednesday: Hump Day

With a chaotic amalgamation of riffs, driving beats and powerful anthem vocals – Good For Wednesday’s debut seven track EP titled ‘Hump Day’ is a mighty milestone to add to what could be a prosperous foray into the rock and roll life for the band.

Andrea Marr: Natural

Known as one of Australia’s finest blues vocalists, Andrea Marr also dips into the wider roots repository of jazz, gospel, funk and soul.

Pataphysics: Tip of the Spear

Melbourne native and rising rap musician Pataphysics’ new album Tip of the Spear is a joy to listen to, with its clear blues and jazz influences, funky rhythms and political undertones providing a lyricist’s delight.

Get Down this Sunday

The Get Down launches this Sunday December 17 in the newly refurbished beer garden The Nest, at The Lord Nelson.

Stamp Out And About #679

‘Tis the season to be… popping Panadol.

Rock In the Vines 2017

With a stellar lineup including Taxiride, Richard Clapton, Jon Stevens and Noiseworks, there was no shortage of premium Aussie rock legends to keep the crowd entertained throughout the day and night.

Your complete guide to Mona Foma

If you’ve not ticked Mona Foma off your festival bucket list yet, then this is undoubtedly the year to do so.

 

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