Mosquito Coast

Since Mosquito Coast first popped up on the radar after their 2015 win of triple j Unearthed High, there’s been no stopping the Perth band. After becoming a four-piece, they have since been smashing the summer festival circuit and playing shows all over the country, all whilst the two founding members are still at the ripe age of 18.

Winterbourne on being a trio, their upcoming tour and their love of ice-cream

You just know that if a tour is named after ice cream, it’s going to be a pretty sweet time. And that is what indie-folk duo Winterbourne is all about.

The Very Round Robin

The Very Round Robin will make its merry way here, there and everywhere once again in 2017.

The Lachy Doley Group have begun touring fourth studio album Lovelight

Blues artist and keyboard extraordinaire, Lachy Doley of The Lachy Doley Group is currently touring his fourth studio album Lovelight.

Activism, Journalism And Music-Making With White Lung Vocalist Mish Barber-Way

The internet is an echo chamber, filled with voices all trying to speak louder than the other, all the while holding the power to simply log off. It’s this common lack of constructive discussion that disillusioned notorious activist and frontwoman of White Lung, Mish Barber-Way, and pushed along a shift in her life.

Rhythm of Africa

During the hot summer months of January and February, Werribee Open Range Zoo are hosting the Rhythm of Africa on Saturday evenings. These African infused nights, are now in it’s twentieth year and host an evening of animal viewing, live African music, African-inspired food and activities for the kids.

Ausocalypse III

A message will be sent to the metal gods this January 28 at Bendigo’s Music Man as the venue hosts Ausocalypse III.

Forté’s Guide to Beechworth Music Festival

Set in the rolling hills of small country town Beechworth in Victoria, Beechworth Music Festival is a summer favourite for music lovers. We came up with a quick guide to prepare you for this regional treasure.

The Amity Affliction and seeing through the changes

With a few changes following the band since their 2014 release, Let the Ocean Take Me, most notably the departing of lead guitarist Troy Brady, the band will be bringing a slightly altered sound, new line-up and some spanking new merch when they hit Geelong next month.

Wyndham City announce free Friday night live music series

After a spot of top-notch, free live music? You’re in luck.

Rainbow Serpent Festival last minute notes

Okay, Rainbow lovers, here are some things of which you should keep note.

My Disco to stop by Geelong

Last year, My Disco decided to give their 2015 album, Severe, a bit of a makeover and secured the talents of Brian Williams (aka Lustmord) and Karl O’Connor (aka Regis) in order to do so.

Castlemaine State Festival

Music, theatre, film, dance, literature and live arts will all feature at the Castlemaine State Festival, which comes to you from March 17 through March 26.

Dance the night away at The Pop Party of 2017 with B*Witched, Atomic Kitten & more

Whilst 90’s music is often reflected upon as the age of new wave music, it also confirmed that pop music was here to stay with some of the biggest pop bands – often hailing from UK – dominating the global charts. Acts like B*Witched, S Club 7 and Atomic Kitten were and are still a household name, with most still being able to recall popular songs.

My Echo unleash a hilariously ’80s clip for ‘Meet You There’

My Echo have just premiered an absolute cracker of a video, throwing back to the golden age of Australia where mullets reigned supreme.

Neil Murray awarded Port Fairy Folk Festival Maton Artist of the Year

With the festival less than two months away, things are really ramping up for Port Fairy Folk Festival – the event that sees the town come alive with music, arts and culture.

Jeff Lang unveils New Album and National Tour

Aussie singer-songwriter Jeff Lang will be releasing his new album, Alone In Bad Company, next month with a national tour to celebrate through March, April, May and June.

Cookin’ on 3 Burners are heading to Torquay

We chat to Cookin’ on 3 Burners about sweating out in tennis outfits and Kung’s remix of their iconic song…

Some of Australia’s finest bands are performing in a winery this weekend

Ten of Australia’s finest have come together for a day that will capture the sounds of Australia from the 1970s and onwards.

By the Meadow

By the Meadow returns for the fourth year running and has come up the goods with its first announcement.

Jimmy Barnes adds Geelong show to upcoming tour

Already slated for a whirlwind tour off the back of his 2016 book, Jimmy Barnes has just gone and added more shows to everyone’s delight.

Bendigo Blues & Roots Fundraiser

There is no time to waste as the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival gets down to business right away with their first showcase/fundraiser of the year.

Newstead Music Festival

The Newstead Live! Music Festival is just around the bend, so gather your posse.

Joe Mungovan on beer, new music and heading home

Recently Joe Mungovan celebrated the three-year anniversary of his single ‘June & July’ coming into the world. It was a song that threw him into the industry, and served as a marker for his change from being a drummer to guitarist/vocalist, though things are quite different from that release.

 

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