Jelly Mammoth are bringing an evening of heavy riffery, wild antics, loose times and debauchery to Geelong

We chat to the band ahead of their upcoming record launch party.

Tastes of Central Geelong are bringing Australian Celebrity Chef Shannon Bennett to town

As part of his place within the city’s 24 day food festival, the top chef and food personality will be the special guest at the annual afternoon tea, hosted by GT Editor Kylie Oliver, who will be interviewing Shannon on life as one of Australia’s top chefs.

Towkio makes Australian debut performance next month

“I’ve really been feeling the love and if it’s true and enough people love me in Australia I might just have to move.”

Open your windows, call your mates, stretch your feet, and cancel your plans… The Southern River Band are here

We chat to lead singer and guitarist Cal Kramer ahead of the tour.

Five minutes with Anjum Anand

Anjum Anand is known as the Nigella Lawson of Indian cuisine in England, where she came to prominence with her BBC cooking show Indian Food Made Easy.

SEVSONS bring fiery energy to defining new single ‘EVOLUTION’

With a new single out, we got the guys to interview one another.

CHANGES x Music Victoria Regional Showcase

Inspired by the Victorian Music Crawl, the night will be feature a line-up of some of the best regional Victorian acts around including Chapel, Nancie Schipper, Yergurl, White Bleaches and Bones and Jones.

Ocean Grove are finding their feet for album number two

Speaking with the group’s bassist, clean vocalist and all-round legend Dale Tanner, we found out some more clues as to what fans can expect…

Alex Williamson on avoiding working a 9-5 job, Fat Pizza and being in bed by 8pm

We chat to Alex ahead of his final few shows.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band Laying It On Down in Australia

His first visit in over a half-decade, Kenny is set to tour along the East Coast, with stops scheduled for Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

Empire Park on their beginnings, their new EP and Gang of Youths

We chat to lead singer and rhythm guitarist Harrison Manton.

Mastin; from teen idol to serious adult musician

“This is the first time I’ve done a record where I can honestly say everything on this record is who I am as a person.”

Rach Brennan & The Pines celebrate their return to your speakers with single ‘Weapon of Love’

Timing is everything; and it’s true when they say good things take time, but what comes after a long wait, is usually always worth it.

LOVA; Sweden's best pop export

Fueled with personal thoughts, vulnerabilities and social criticisms, LOVA’s music is minimalistic, organic pop that feels truly universal.

QLD's Bonka on their new single, a national tour and Jägerbombs

Notably one of Australia’s most sought-after lords of mash-up, they’ve now teamed up with international songtress Luciana for their new track ‘Be Alive’ ahead of their National Tour which kicks off June 9.

Esoterik; creating music with the power to transcend

“It was a ride through hell but it was so worth it because on the other side it was nothing but sunny days, and I guess that was the physical side of me having to kick the addiction, but to really get closure on it within myself mentally, it just felt right to start writing about it.”

The Brian Jonestown Massacre

Performing as The Brian Jonestown Massacre for the better part of 26 years, Anton Newcombe is a musical icon in a league of his own.

Mallrat on her new EP, collabs and a headline tour

Now she is ready to embark on her own (already almost completely sold out) solo tour in June in celebration of her new EP. We chat to the endearing live performer ahead of the release.

CHVRCHES on Love Is Dead

“I am very proud of this record, we’ve spent a long time really exploring different aspects of what we could do.”

John Flanagan Trio

We chat to award winning songwriter,John Flanagan ahead of their regional stops in Castlemaine, Bendigo and Ballarat.

Romantic synth soul duo Kllo are back for a very special one-off show in Melbourne

We chat to the duo ahead of the show.

Sense and Sensibility: Jane Austen on theatrical steroids

This month GPAC will be treated to Kate Hamill’s sparkling adaptation of Sense and Sensibility, which has earned itself the reputation as being ‘Jane Austen on theatrical steroids’.

Adam Harpaz is bringing Byron Bay to Geelong with a guitar and a stomp box

Adam will be performing in Geelong for the first time as part of Geelong’s Winter Sessions Live at Chapel on Little Ryrie on June 10.

Boutique Event Co: The perfect ingredient for any special event

Founded by local couple Dani and Matt Fontana, Boutique Event Co is Geelong’s answer to the travelling bar, and relishes as a business that creates an experience that will leave a lasting impression.

 

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