White Bleaches launch their 7″ tonight at Kubu Studio

The 7″ was recorded and mixed by Stu Mackenzie and mastered by Mikey Young and features the singles Mystery Child and In the Night.

Five things that are quintessentially Irish

Five of these things are most likely not what you would stereotypically consider Irish (no Leprechauns for instance) but things I’m hoping will resonate with the Irish out there.

Aquilo: Silhouettes

Cinematic art rock has a new king, or kings. Emotionally crafted, Silhouettes by English group Aquilo is an album brimming with heartfelt lyricism, sorrowful string arrangements and just all round killer songs.

Declan McKinnon on adult perspectives and a debut album

“As you get older you start to stop writing about ‘my life’s hard’ and ‘fuck the man’, and start writing about real things and real problems, which is great. It’s always refreshing when you’re listening back to your music and not cringe at what you are singing about.”

Jeff Lang: Alone in Bad Company

What is there to say about Jeff Lang? Well for one, he’s one of the best blues guitarists in the country and if you get the opportunity to chat to him at a gig, you’ll soon see he’s a top bloke as well.

Graeme Connors – The Eternal Optimist

“Once upon a time, people did something all their life, it defined them. These days people don’t have a tendency to do that, most people will change jobs in as short a space of time as 18 months, it’s quite remarkable. I don’t criticise that, but it’s not who I am.”

Review: Port Fairy delivers another event for music lovers of all ages

As you’d expect, heading along to such a festival with an incredible heritage in Australian music, you are always going to find artists that you’d never turned your attention to before.

Stamp Out And About: Phoning In Back To The Future

I’m currently living in 1998.

Five Benefits of Participating in the Live Music Professionals Program

Thanks to Music Victoria, a brand new and vibrant program has been created to help create a sustainable live music sector. The Live Music Professionals Program is a free opportunity for established independent promoters and venue bookers in Victorian’s music community.

100% Kylie: A Global Tribute to the Aussie Darling

100% Kylie is a stunning touring tribute show which guarantees a night of glitz, glamour, and fun paying homage to the very greatest hits from Australia’s beloved pop-star Kylie Minogue.

Alex Lahey, Slum Sociable + more join already huge GTM line up

Groovin The Moo have announced the lineup for their Fresh Produce stage, giving punters a taste of Australia’s finest emerging acts.

Bob Evans announces 2017 national tour

Acoustic troubadour Bob Evans is picking up his guitar and hitting the road.

Killing Heidi announce first national tour in over 10 years

Aussie rock legends Killing Heidi are heading out on their first national tour in more than a decade.

Castlemaine’s D.D. Dumbo is heading to Ballarat on debut album tour

Castlemaine’s own D.D.Dumbo (aka Oliver Hugh Perry) is heading on tour and Ballarat gets paid a visit.

True Brew: featuring at Bendigo’s Craft Beer and Cider Festival

In a day which pays tribute to craft beer and the people behind the crisp, refreshing creations, the Bendigo Craft Beer and Cider Festival is dedicated to supporting and celebrating the regions best brewers, especially Bendigo’s own local legends.

Mali & Wolf, an evolving local business

Seven months ago, Dajana Dizdarevic took her creative venture from the confines of her carport and selling at markets to the streets of Geelong West with her first physical storefront.

St Patrick’s Day Street Party at The Elephant & Castle

For the celebration of the national saint of one small but beautiful country, St Patrick’s Day found its way far beyond Ireland’s borders to become a worldwide, annual event. The Elephant & Castle Hotel will once again be hosting their annual street party to celebrate the life of Ireland’s favourite saint.

UNO celebrates two years of doing what they do

One of Geelong’s favourite club destinations, UNO Danceclub is set to celebrate its second birthday this month with two headline acts Cyril Hahn and Secondcity as well as a slew of local acts. We had a chat with Adam Metwally, one of the masterminds behind the event. If you see him around, swing a slice of cake his way.

Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Look out everyone, the Melbourne Queer Film Festival (MQFF) will be returning for another massive movie marathon this month. Going strong for 27 years, MQFF is well known for their striking appearance of LGBTIQ cinema and amazing films from all over the world. The festival has always been a huge support of the queer film making community, and this year is no exception.

Ballarat Blog #659

We are on a roll up here in the delightful surrounds of the Goldfields with some lovely days of warm sunshine still delighting the locals and tourists as summer bids us farewell.
Here’s some great news for anyone brave enough to take the punt.

St. Paddy’s Day at Irish Murphy’s

St. Patrick’s Day has been a day of celebration since the 17th century – and every year on March 17th, the Irish, or Irish lovers join in on festivities that colour the day green.

Birds of Tokyo Adam Weston talks Brace: How this dark thematic album is their liveliest yet.

They came out saying ‘mums of Australia are going to hate it,’ and whilst the verdict is still out on that one, the general consensus is that this album is pretty fucking awesome.

Mae Udarbe

Integrity. It’s the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, and it’s also the name of local artist Mae Udarbe’s new EP, reflecting the overall theme of her powerful music.

Listen Out: Winfield

Forte chat to energetic five piece Winfield

 

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