The Dead Daisies: The American-Australian Supergroup

The Dead Daisies are the very definition of an international band.

The group’s members are scattered across the globe, and though they’re often called an Australian-American rock outfit, the truth is a little more muddied. Past members have lived on almost every continent on Earth, and the band’s current lead singer John Corabi – of Mötley Crüe fame – has called a range of countries home.

Saint Regis Winery

For some reason, naming a winery after your pet is totally socially acceptable. Or it is according to Geelong winery, Saint Regis, which joined the ranks of winemakers celebrating their furry friends.

Ballarat Beer Festival – The most laid back, relaxing summer festival

If you’re not from Ballarat, it might seem like a long drive for a beer. However, the Ballarat Beer Festival makes it worth it. And according to festival organiser Ric Dexter, the sixth year edition next January will be the best one yet – hosting the release of more than 20 new beers.

REVIEW: Unnecessary Single Launch @ Analogue Academy

To me it wasn’t just a performance or an exhibition.

For those who missed out on a puppy for Christmas, at least the Dunies gifted us this

From the band that keeps on giving.

Here’s a list of upcoming music festivals you should be attending in Victoria

Below is a list of a few festivals you’ll be sure to find some of our staff attending.

Saskwatch, Alex Lahey and Clairey Browne lead Grampians Music Festival lineup

Take a trek out to the Grampians for this very tasty lineup of artists.

This State We’re In

G’day regional Victoria music fans.
Well, it’s been a big month for regional Victorian acts after they dominated various music awards around the country.

The Pleasure Garden

The Pleasure Garden if you will indulge me, is like a trip through the wardrobe to Narnia or similarly down the rabbit hole to Wonderland. Stepping through the 100% organic recycled timber framed gates, you are transported into a magical surreal world that makes you question your reality.

Guest Edit: Big Words

Big Words are the Melbourne based four piece creating their own style of a hip hop influenced hybrid of soul and RNB, combined with an uncommon collaboration of genres making these guys one of a kind. Ahead of their upcoming gig at Beyond The Valley, the guys have Forté their ultimate festival line-ups.

Forté’s Guide to Beyond The Valley

Deck yourself out in the best festival gear, find your tent and start packing the car – Beyond The Valley is back again for round three! Running over the New Year’s weekend, thousands are expected to overtake Lardner Park to check out this musical paradise.

The Australian Institute of Music: Your Pathway into Entertainment Management

Breaking into the music industry is always a challenge. Because of this, and the increasing interest of music as a profession, The Australian Institute of Music introduced their Bachelor of Entertainment Management.

Frank & Dolly’s are donating 50% of clothing sales to Syria until Christmas

“In our little store, on the otherwise of the world, we have no choice but to act, we can not ignore this devastating situation.”

Don Henley: A Day on the Green discuss the music icon

The Eagles stand as one of the greatest American bands of all time, selling more than 150 million records—100 million in the U.S. alone. And Don Henley is one of the men responsible for such an effort, alongside co-founder the late Glenn Frey and members Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit and Bernie Leadon.

The Best and Worst Movies of 2016

Now more than ever, movies are something to watch. Only trouble is, it’s hard to know which ones are going to be good and which ones are going to stink. As someone who has watched around 300 movies this year, why not take advantage of my suffering as I point out (in no particular order) the five best and not-so-best movies of the year gone by.

British India are heading out regionally this summer

Fans just can’t get enough of the band’s latest single, ‘I Thought We Knew Each Other’.

Tegan and Sara launch Pro-LGBTQ rights foundation

The indie pop twins have long been advocates, but now they’ll officially be fighting for the rights of LGBTQ women under their new foundation.

20 bands in regional Vic who killed it this year

In no particular order, here are our picks for 20 regional acts kickin’ it in 2016.

Hermitude On Cracking The United States, Experimenting And Finding Time To Record

Some say that patience is a virtue. Others say that determination and hard work will always get you where you want to be, regardless of age or experience.

2016 Forte Office Round Up

A look at the Forte Team’s year

Christmas Cocktails To Try at Home

We’ve rounded up two delicious cocktail recipes for you to try out this Christmas! You’re welcome…

Christmas is in the gigs

So it’s Christmas time, and in between stuffing your face with cold meets and unwrapping presents, it’s time you headed out and listened to some sweet local music. After all, there’s only so many times you can listen to Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas’.

Don Henley set to play A Day on the Green

Hopefully you have your ticket reserved for Don Henley’s ‘A Day on the Green’ spot at Mt Duneed Estate on March 18, 2017 as tickets are being gobbled up.

Bec Sandridge: In the Fog EP

For listeners of triple j, Bec Sandridge’s deep, unwavering vocals will be a familiar sound. ‘In the Fog, In the Flame’ is a track that’s had significant airplay, and while being a means to showcase the attributes of her vocals mentioned earlier, it’s a damn catchy number.

 

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