Killing Heidi and never saying never

Over the past two decades we’ve entered the world of Facebook, enjoyed the convenience of smart phones and seen the formation, end and now reunion of one of Australia’s finest brother-sister bands, Killing Heidi. Coincidentally, the band’s creation arose the same year Queenscliff Music Festival put on its first event to a crowd of 1460 people.

Tempus Sun: Winners of Melbourne Music Bank 2016

Another year sees another exceptional crop of young Australian musicians given a voice, thanks to the good folk at Melbourne Music Bank. The deserving winners for 2016 are Moonee Ponds’ alternative outfit, Tempus Sun, with their stunning first track ‘Owls’. We caught up with guitarist Ed Borromeo who says he can’t keep the smile off his face.

SEXPO

If you are intrigued about anything to do with health, sexuality and lifestyle, SEXPO is for you. As the world’s longest-running adult exhibition (this month celebrating its 20th year), SEXPO has taken the adult products out of adult stores and presented them to the public.

Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson told us their five necessities when touring regional

Before stopping by the regional dates of their Victoria tour, Oscar Dawon of Holy Holy had a quick chat about the things he needs when heading out of the CBD.

In need of River Rocks tickets for next weekend? We can help with that

We’ve got a DOUBLE PASS to giveaway.

The Pretty Littles: Jack Parsons on their new video, studying law and getting old

The Pretty Littles’ have stuck together since the end of high school, making a name for themselves through their rollicking, uninhibited live shows and feel good, heart warming rock releases.

Geelong’s Emerging Artists Group

Emerging Artists Geelong is a group ran by the Geelong Arts Society which focuses on hosting workshops, exhibitions and educating others on art for emerging artists each year. Forté chat to mentor artist Dare Tekin about the program and the upcoming exhibition ‘Anthropoid’.

Bluesfest expands with Madness, Miles Electric Band, The Mountain Goats and more

Bluesfest have added even more acts to their ever-growing lineup.

Sir David Attenborough unveils Melbourne show

The golden-voiced David Attenburgh will appear in Melbourne for one night only.

Alister Turrill on taking his music abroad, his new EP and a future album

Coined as a “songwriter of the highest order” from acoustic blues connoisseur Lloyd Spiegel, playing alongside Australia’s most respected blues artists like Jeff Lang and Geoff Achison and winning the 2011 Melbourne Youth in Blues award, Alister Turrill is fast becoming a name known to Australian blues. Despite his impressive achievements at only 24 years old, Alister remains as humble as ever.

Boy & Bear: No Limit to Their Love of Taking The Stage

Boy & Bear are one of the most loved live bands and are unbelievably good at what they do. Since they first hypnotised listeners across triple j’s radio waves in 2009, the Sydney folk-rock kings have found themselves in the spotlight, and rightly so.

The Amazing Travelling Comedy Tour

Five of Australia’s best stand-up comics are heading regional as part of The Amazing Travelling Comedy Tour, with Aaron Gocs, Matt Steward. Angus Gordon, Nick Capper and Jess Perkins. Forté chat with stitch up comedian Aaron and RAW comedy finalist Jess ahead of the tour.

Michele Adamson, “Music is my science of choice”

Hey Michele, thanks for taking the time to chat with Forte Magazine, how are you and what are you up…

A Day on the Green

If you haven’t yet made plans for this weekend, tickets remain for the Aussie flavoured A Day on the Green.

The Laurels: Sonicology

It’s been four years since The Laurels have released new work and their much anticipated LP definitely pays tribute to…

Groovin the Moo returns with 2017 dates and venues

Groovin the Moo is back in business for another year, announcing its return this morning.

The Gordon: Graphic Design Program

The Gordon Graphic Design program has again exceeded expectations to deliver great students to local industry. Each year as part of the Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design, students are encouraged to take up work placement in local businesses to learn the ropes and get a feel for the fast pace the graphic design world can serve up.

Tripod: The Musical Comedy Trio and their Songbook

For 20 years now, Tripod has been one of Australia’s most iconic comedy acts providing laughs by their unique blend of musical comedy. Now to celebrate the monumental anniversary, the trio have released a songbook, 101 Tripod Hits. When Forté asked why the band chose to release a songbook, member Steven Gates summed it up quite simply.

Sworn Enemy and their upcoming Aus tour

New York metal-hardcore group Sworn Enemy have been playing together since 1997, where they first launched under their previous name Mindset. Since then, they have been a staple for every hardcore music fan. Forté chat to vocalist Sal Lococo ahead of the bands very first time on Australian soil.

Stonefield, Gabriella Cohen, The Sugarcanes and more lead Beechworth Music Festival line up

Beechworth Music Festival is back for another year, bringing a tidy local-heavy lineup with it.

Local dogstagrammers to give you the warm-fuzzies and follow

This here list are a few local instagram accounts featuring some adorable pooches, and ones that you may just see around the streets as well.

Julia Jacklin

As an interviewer, you tend to only encounter dodgy phone lines when speaking to musicians in the very upper echelon of commercial success – bands that you have to dial a phone card to chat to, only to then muddle your way through a conversation plagued by static, muffled responses and a god-awful time delay. Take the poor reception that dogs Julia Jacklin’s call as a sign of her meteoric shot to fame then.

PSA: Russell Coight Is Returning To TV

In news that proves dreams really do come true, Russell Coight’s All Aussie Adventures are returning to our TV screens in 2017.

Katy Steele releases new music, set to stop by Ballarat on national tour to celebrate

In support of her long-awaited debut album, the Katy Steele will be stopping by Melbourne and Ballarat as she unfurls her new material to the world.

 

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