Deaf Havana are returning to Australian shores in August – rejuvenated, rebooted and ready to go

Not to say Deaf Havana haven’t done well for themselves, but latest album Rituals was an awesome but weird turn.

Five minutes with Crosstrack

We sit down with the guys from local Geelong band Crosstrack.

Alysha Brilla Joins QMF Lineup

Queenscliff Music Festival is turning up the heat with their 2019 line-up featuring artists from all over the globe in a diverse fusion of flavour.

Adelaide metal outfit Diabolic Rites hit the highway

Diabolic Rites have been kicking it hard since 2017, but this year could well be the year they break hard on the metal scene after personnel changes and a fresh outlook.

Bendigo Au Go Go #14

Local stoner rock trio Sleeping Giant have finally unleashed their self-titled debut album – and will be playing a hometown launch before they take it out on the road.

Kasey Chambers celebrates the 20th anniversary of her debut

She returns with a new tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her debut and reuniting her original recording mates to give the tunes a new lease of life.

When the King met The Poor…

The Poor will be in Geelong at the Workers Club on August 9 and in Melbourne at Geddes Lane Ballroom on August 10 alongside Palace Of The King.

Up close and personal with Y Street

They guys are a particularly unusual noise cookin’ rock band – or PUNC for short.

The Rise of Maya Rose

It seemed like time was on Castlemaine’s Maya Rose’s side in this classic comeback story.

Oxygen College student TIARA shines

Oxygen College has fostered a number of young, local artists, including Tiara.

Holy Holy’s upcoming release has been a labour of love

I spoke with vocalist Tim Carroll recently to get the low down.

Northlane on the most personal statement of their career

Heavy metal band Northlane release their new album ‘Alien’ in early August, their fifth, and fans expecting similar content lyrically may need to have a serious re-think.

Industry updates from Music Victoria – August

This State we’re in…

The Karova Lounge is closing the doors after 15 years of bringing gigs to the 3350

Long live Karova…

Rosebud RockFest returns this November

A fun celebration of all things groovy; cool cars and hot bands, rock music dances and shows, retro clothing markets and even a Pin-Up contest.

National Indigenous Music Awards induct Tiddas & Wilma Reading to Hall Of Fame

Big congrats!

Loch Hart Music Festival announces stunning 2019 lineup

It’s the festival that makes you feel like you’re at your best mate’s house party.

Everybody Must Dance thanks to the enigmatic Sir Winston

Sir Winston has unveiled more layers to the single in announcing an epic remix package that features three unique takes on the catchy original.

Harrison Storm continues to evolve in his latest EP ‘Falling Down’

We had a chat with him to hear all about it.

Queenscliff Music Festival announce Small Halls Partnership 2019

A perfect pairing!

Psycroptic are headlining Brewtality Festival next month

Returning this August for one massive day across two venues and three stages, Brewtality Festival will once again takeover Melbourne’s most iconic music venues.

Calvin Harris, Armin Van Buuren & Alison Wonderland lead inaugural Festival X lineup

Australia are you ready?!

Meredith Music Festival opens ballot for 2019

See you at the ‘Sup!

There’s a new beach music festival heading to the Gold Coast

Festival vibes in the sand.

 

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