All-female trio Hey Mammoth is back celebrating the release of their debut EP, ‘Ice Age’

We chat to Matilda Hassall ahead of the gigs.

Five minutes with Tijuana Cartel

We sit down with Tijuana Cartel’s Paul George to get the low-down on this sensory overload, euphoria, fat beats and heavy, bass-fuelled electronica live band…

Up close with Trinity Hunt

We chat to the 16-year-old indie folk-rock singer-songwriter from Torquay

In conversation with Miranda Tapsell and Gwilym Lee

Miranda Tapsell is excited about what she’s managed to achieve with Top End Wedding. “I’m really glad we got to show a more in-depth view of what the Territory is, it’s more than just 4X, mosquitos, and bing tang singlets.”

Australian comedy legend Steve Hughes talks music, comedy, mental health and a new show

Strap in…

Laura Imbruglia resurfaces with Scared of You

We spoke with the alt-rock star about life since her last album and what’s new in her latest album, Scared of You.

Denis Hilton and Limbo are coming to heat up cold winter nights in Geelong

Internationally recognised arts event company, Strut & Fret has announced the inaugural season of Spiegeltent Geelong presenting a world-class line up of cabaret, comedy and music at Johnstone Park from 30 May – 23 June 2019.

AURORA talks Norwegian black metal, being a warrior and bringing spontaneity to GTM

As she prepares to shine bright over regional fields as part of 2019’s epic Groovin The Moo line-up, as well as some huge sideshows across Australia this May, Norwegian dream and a rising star of futuristic artistry Aurora sat down with Forté for a quick chat.

I Know Leopards, Luke O’Loughlin, talks Love Is A Landmine Albums and Tour

Love, Landmines, Leopard and Lennon

Clunes Booktown Festival is featuring an exciting new Australian voice you need to know about

The New Zealand born author had publishers fighting for the rights to his debut novel, psychological thriller Call Me Evie, which has been described as a ‘razor sharp, claustrophobic and unputdownable’ literary thriller.

Ball Park Music can’t get enough of each other

When Ball Park Music met at University in Brisbane, Myspace was still a thing. That’s how long it’s been. Dean Hanson doesn’t think the band has changed much since then.

Heighten your senses at Geelong After Dark

They say the best of life happens when the sun goes down, and with Geelong after Dark returning for another night of mystery, mirth, and madness this May, we couldn’t agree more.

The project connecting Geelong musicians to their town and music icons

It’s clear the Aussie music scene is filled to the brim with amazing talent, especially with Melbourne having been dubbed the live music capital of the world, but it’s no secret that it’s a difficult industry to crack.

Dean Lewis: Australia’s new favourite voice to sing along with.

Sydney’s Dean Lewis shares the story of his debut album, A Place We Knew, as well as the evolution of his live performance and the challenge of competing against himself in the industry spotlight.

The Boho Suitcase

Calling lovers of all things crafty, do we have a treat for you!

Hellions Hell of a Tour

Now four albums in, sold-out shows across Australia and the UK for their ‘Opera Oblivia’ World Tour last year, stand-out sets at Unify Gathering two years in a row and ARIA nods, it’s crazy to think Hellions emerged at a time where the heavier music scene in Australia was on the out.

Calling all Victorians in the live music industry who want to build their business!

A golden opportunity awaits.

Experience the Market at its liveliest on Queen Victoria’s Ultimate Foodie Tour

This one’s for all you foodies out there!

Pivot Summit 2019: Experience The Future

This year Pivot Summit is moving beyond the surface and will look at some of the darker impacts of technology and why we need to be smarter about how we incorporate it into our lives, embracing the theme ‘Tech vs Humanity’.

William Crighton embarks on his first headline solo tour

In April, Crighton is bringing these gothic re-imagining’s of rural Australia on tour again, this time trying it out solo for the first time for a stripped back and intimate series of performances.

Geelong’s well-loved Famous Will drops debut

We chat to Frontman Will Gardiner.

Nathan Seeckts and his journey to The Heart Of The City

Fitting to the music’s Americana sound, the journey to Nathan Seeckts’ new album, ‘The Heart Of The City’ has been a grassroots affair.

Sydney’s Hot Potato Band is a serious vibe

Starting out as a wandering musicians from Sydney and turning into one of the regions hottest brass-pop bands, the Hot Potato Band are the next discovery for fans of Fat Freddy’s Drop and Snarky Puppy.

All things local at The Otway Food & Fibre Showcase

Forté chat to organiser Andrew Gray ahead of the event.

 

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