All Up Hill For Hilltop Hoods

Hilltop Hoods are still sitting pretty on the top on the urban music world in Australia.

Australia’s largest online vinyl store is here

With over 40,000 titles on offer – with hundreds being added weekly – vinyl.com.au is set to be a new hub for Australians to get their hands on the best titles, and get them delivered quickly.

There’s a Superfuzz Minishow happening at the Courthouse

Superfuzz are hosting Milk Records’ LOOSE TOOTH at the Courthouse.

Five minutes with Butterfunked

Butterfunked is a 9 piece funk-fusion that’s sure to have you up dancing! With our versatile vocals, hectic horns, groovy guitars, killer keys and driving drums, who could resist?

Matt Corby: “It’s really against my personality to get up on stage and perform”

Following the release of his stunning sophomore album, Rainbow Valley, Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby discusses his experiences on tour, the incredible mash of music he’s influenced by, and how being a performing musician completely contrasts his personality type.

The Kite Machine have dropped their debut album

With the release of their debut record, Geelong’s The Kite Machine are deftly evading expectations and continuing to boldly carve out their own unique sound.

VIDEO PREMIERE: ALLIPHA commands attention with buzzy new single, ‘Freak Inside’

The accompanying music video matches ALLIPHA’s step into a more provocative musical territory.

The Amity Affliction announce Australian Tour with Underoath, Crossfaith & Pagan

It all goes down at Melbourne Arena on Monday September 16.

Torquay local Tess Guthrie drops debut single ‘WUTO’

Reminiscent of Eva Cassidy, the Melbourne-based singer has blessed us with her pure, ethereal voice.

Melbourne DJ duo Donald’s House are heading to Geelong

A family affair with their own productions and body music for your Friday night, these guys will have the party going wild!

Aurelia and Deutsch Duke catch fire on Battleground II

To celebrate the track, we sit down with Deutsch Duke.

Geelong’s Famous Will drops new single

Check it out live at The Workers Club in April.

Let us introduce you to the mentors and participants of ‘Cultivate’ – the first women-only leadership program for music industry leaders

Congratulations to the first participants of the newly created leadership coaching program for women in the Victorian music sector.

Kyle Lionhart is heading to Ballarat and Torquay

With an incredibly exciting 12 months ahead, Kyle Lionhart is destined to become your favourite new artist in 2019.

Sasha March unveils bright new slice of alt-indie

To celebrate the track, March has rounded up her top five female artists who’s work she admires.

We chat to Xavier Rudd ahead of his show at Leura Park this weekend

I’d say Torquay’s second biggest export, trailing closely behind Ripcurl, would have to be Xavier Rudd.

Rock The Block street party returns for 2019

Rock The Block street party is a family friendly and alcohol-free event that is open to all whole community.

Blues Boot Camp 2019

Forté chat to Wayne Jury, the man behind the program.

Deans Marsh Festival returns for 2019

Going strong for more than two decades now, the Deans Marsh Festival is a combined treat of live music, street performers, Otway food and wine and a unique artisans’ craft market – and is set to return again at the end of this month.

Music royalty headlines Cullulleraine Music Festival

Three days of live music, camping and community spirit returns to Lake Cullulleraine Holiday Park this April for another edition of the Cullulleraine Music Festival.

Day By The Bay is the new festival celebrating Port Phillip Bay

Have you ever stopped, realised and appreciated about the diverse and unique marine environment that’s right under our noses here in Victoria? Well, say hello to the brand-new festival that aims to do just that.

Get to know Santa Fe Driving Range

Santa Fe Driving Range are a brand spanking new act comprising of a few friends that have played together for a long, long time, with a couple of fresh faces thrown in the mix!

Mansionair fight the real fight

With their first headlining North America tour coming up this year, as well as a spot on the Coachella bill, Mansionair are finding their feet as trans-Pacific transplants.

Bendigo Au Go Go #4

Pardon the pun, but How Much are Four Lions looking forward to their first local headline show of the year?

 

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