The Bennies And TISM’s Damian Cowell Played Together And It Was Fucking Wild

Oooh damn. Something pretty special happened on The Bennies’ most recent tour, with Damian Cowell of TISM stepping up to join the crew in what became a standout moment. Luckily for us, it’s been immortalised on film.

Gelato Messina Are Bringing Their Degustation Bar To Melbourne

Purveyors of all things creamy, inventive and delicious, Gelato Messina are staking their claim to the icy throne with their new degustation bar – pushing the culinary capacity of gelato to a new level.

Italian Film Festival 2016 Reveals Melbourne Program

The Italian Film Festival celebrates the Italian language, culture and cinema – showcasing only the best Italian films to have come out of Italy in the last 12 months.

All-Star Lineup Revealed For Heart Of St Kilda 2016

Now in its ninth year, Sacred Heart Mission’s Heart of St Kilda concert is boasting a lineup loaded with stellar music and comedy acts.

A New Asian Inspired Restaurant Soon to Open in Geelong

A new Asian-fusion restaurant is heading to Geelong, taking over the space formerly occupied by seaside eatery, Baveras.

The Creases Lock in Geelong Show

For that super crisp look, iron the inside of your shirt first. A couple of extra minutes will have you looking quite dapper.

Northeast Party House Are Coming for Regional Vic

September 9 is the date given for the release of Northeast Party House’s new album, Dare. Before that, you have ‘For You’ as a teaser.

Periphery Celebrate New Album With 2017 Melbourne Return

Six-piece metal juggernaut Periphery have just released their sixth studio album, and to celebrate they’re returning to Australia for a very special headline tour.

Alex Watts Celebrates Debut Album With 2016 Melbourne Show And Art Exhibition

Melbourne singer/songwriter Alex Watts is set to unveil his debut album on Saturday August 20 and to support its release he’ll be playing a very unique Melbourne show.

Registrations Are Now Open For Darebin Live 2016

You can now register to be a part of the 2016 Darebin Music Feast, with applications now being accepted for Darebin Live.

Killswitch Engage Announce 2017 Melbourne Show

Metal giants Killswitch Engage are heading back to Australia for a national tour.

Thin Green Line Announces 2016 ‘Comedy For Conservation’ Show

The charity show will raise both funds and awareness for World Ranger Day.

Earthcore Reveal Second Round Lineup For 2016

Earthcore festival continues to pull out the big guns, announcing a selection of heavy hitters for this year’s second round lineup.

Out On The Weekend Returns With 2016 Lineup

Alt-country extravaganza Out on the Weekend is back for its third year, and it’s bringing a bunch of local favourites and international cult heroes to our shores with a ripper lineup.

The Pretty Littles Announce Regional Shows

Throw ‘Soft Rock’ through Google’s search engine and you’re likely to be rewarded with names including Phil Collins, Journey and Richard Marx.

Matt Bednarsky Locks in Bendigo Show

The question of ‘How would you describe your music?’ is one with which musicians have a love/hate relationship. Perhaps it sits a little more on the hate side, but people are curious and one doesn’t learn if they do not ask.

Kid Congo Powers Locks in Castlemaine Show

When it was decided that Brian Tristan, a fine name in its own right, just wasn’t rock and roll enough, Kid Congo Powers was born.

Ruby Dee & the Snakehandlers to Perform in Geelong

You had better tell your babysitter you’re going to be late when Ruby Dee & the Snakehandlers comes to town. For the uninitiated, the four-piece outfit plays Americana that encompasses Texas honky-tonk, Bakersfield twang, Memphis rockabilly, Western swing and good old fashioned rock ’n’ roll.

Murdena Announce New Single and Geelong Launch Show

They may be Melbourne­ based these days, but Murdena’s heart is still in Geelong.

The Grand Magoozi locks in Castlemaine Show

Susie Scurry is The Grand Magoozi, a singer-songwriter who “occupies the stage in a dreamy twilight world”. Her early years were spent learning classical piano.

The Real Health International short film festival returns

Barwon Health is proud to bring the Reel Health International Short Film Festival back to the Barwon region in 2016, in partnership with Monash Health.

Up the Guts is On Next Week

The inaugural Up the Guts epic road trip is here, where the driver is in charge of the music, Pringles and energy drinks are a necessity and deodorant is strictly enforced.

The Geelong Concert Raising Money for Parkinson’s Disease

This weekend, Parkinson’s disease will be front and centre as Ocean Grove hosts the third Light of Day concert.

Karl S. Williams Locks in Geelong Show

The blues found Karl S. Williams while living in the small NSW town of Woodburn.

 

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