11 November 2015
There have been a couple of stories in the metal media about how hard it is for metal musicians to make a living from their music. I’m talking intentionally touring bands at that. Making no money and being on the dole whilst you’re proficient in metal music should surprise no one, especially the metal “journos”.
10 November 2015
In a development that pretty much anyone with access to a ratings guide could have seen coming, Josh Thomas’ sitcom Please Like Me was bumped from its 9.30pm Thursday timeslot on ABC1 after just one week.
10 November 2015
If you buy the digital copy of Ali Barter’s new EP AB-EP there are plenty of things that can be assured, 1) you are in for nothing but a good time, and 2) you are likely to be rewarded with both the studio release and radio edit of the opening track ‘Blood’.
10 November 2015
In a dusty old pawnbrokers in Footscray, with shelves filled with mementos of things left behind, a significantly well-off mother walks into the store. She has no need to pawn her items, instead, she wants to know why her son has been doing so on her behalf.
7 November 2015
Oh. My. God. Southern Californian punk rock legends Agent Orange are heading to Australia for a run of shows! And the Melbourne show just so happens to be taking place on New Year’s Eve! Holy shit! It’s happening at the Bendigo Hotel in Collingwood (so don’t get it twisted and actually end up in Bendigo!) with special guests Party Vibez and Cosmic Kahuna. Yowsa!
7 November 2015
Getting our money organised and in a large amount ready for our travels takes true dedication, commitment, and planning. It’s incredibly hard work, but I can assure you that it’s absolutely worth it.
7 November 2015
Caligula’s Horse may not have been around for too long, but they’re making their mark on the music scene in a big way. Their third album – and latest effort – Bloom, is an emotional, melodic fusion of rock and progressive metal.
7 November 2015
The last time I saw Archie Roach was up in Melbourne at Hamer Hall. It was an intensely moving concert; his songs are his life which he shares with us, from the heart. If you have not seen him live you have an amazing opportunity on November 14.
6 November 2015
This weather is certainly laughable so it’s only fair to head along to a comedy show to suit how we’re all feeling. The BallaRatCat monthly comedy show is on again at The George on November 6 with Tony Martin as the headliner, Xavier Michelides, Tommy Dassalo, Alice Fraser and Ethan Cavanagh. Tickets are $25 with doors opening at 7pm. There are only two shows left for the year so get along and have a laugh.
6 November 2015
When you think about it, there are various reasons why Australia is the lucky country. You’ve got your sport fanatics who are always able to get their fill throughout the year, however, in terms of talking the music scene of Australia, we are pretty bloody lucky in that respect as well.
5 November 2015
The Bon Scotts are back on the road again, and they’ll be bringing their happy-go-lucky sound to Geelong in November.
4 November 2015
No doubt about it, this is one of the more experimental releases of the year that really challenges what you know of music, what it should be, what it shouldn’t and just how much we can utilise in creating something beautiful.
4 November 2015
When festivals in the past used to be all about the music, lately it’s so much more about the overall experience.
4 November 2015
Being named as ‘New Talent of the Year’ at the recent National Indigenous Music Awards is only the latest accolade that Mildura’s rising hip hop artist Philly has received in his short career.
4 November 2015
After bringing their unique blues and reggae sound to the east coast earlier this year, legendary New Zealand trio Trinity Roots are returning to headline the Queenscliff Music Festival in November.
3 November 2015
It’s almost ironic that the Back to the Future day in the movie landed around the same time Suiciety returned from a 19-year break. Though the return is not one alongside a crazy scientist and gawky teen boy.
3 November 2015
Zombie movies. Zombie games. Zombie books. Zombies are pretty much everywhere these days, so if you’re a fan of the bloodthirsty walkers, join me as we take a look at the top five zombie video games worthy of your time:
3 November 2015
It’s not often that the greatest minds, innovators and leaders in the music industry join forces to share their knowledge.
2 November 2015
What’s going on, Pulp peeps? Hope you’re all having a swell day. I know I am – at the time of writing this, the new Star Wars trailer has gone live, so I’m in nerd heaven right now. Speaking of nerd heaven – don’t forget that Halloween Comicfest (a.k.a. October’s Free Comic Book Day) is coming up on the 31st- make sure you swing by Gifts for the Geek and snag yourselves some awesome free stuff!
2 November 2015
How is it that every time Metric come out with a new album, this just happens to be their sixth, they muster a new collection of catchy tunes that say something to the everyday person?
2 November 2015
For your daily dose of Southern-style blues, be sure to hit up Chris Russell’s Chicken Walk, as nobody does it quite like them.
1 November 2015
Woody Allen once said, “I’m not afraid of death; I just don’t want to be there when it happens.” It’s a sentiment that’s echoed by many, and something Michelle Dunn will be talking about in her shows Death Over Lunch and Let’s Talk About Death for the 24 Hour Experience in Ballarat.
1 November 2015
New to the gym or just a slow learner? Here is Forte’s tips to make sure you don’t make a fool of yourself at the gym.
