Splendour in the Grass announce official sideshows for a heap of international artists

If you can’t make it to Splendour, or if you just need a double-dose of acts from a festival three…

Xavier Rudd is heading to Geelong as part of his 2022 Australian tour

National treasure Xavier Rudd is returning home to Geelong this year as part of his 2022 ‘Jan Juc Moon’ Australian…

Kira Puru, Barkaa and Soju Gang lead Live at the Bowl festival, SorBaes: Double Dip!

Bringing together some of the most exciting acts of Naarm to Sidney Myer Music Bowl in 2021 for SorBaes, DJ-designer…

Melbourne’s looking for 700 Victorian buskers to perform across the city

On The Road Again is the name of the Victorian government’s live music initiative, which aims to bring live performances…

Bandcamp Fridays are back and here to help your favourite artists

Since March of 2020, Bandcamp has waived their revenue share to help support the many artists who have seen their…

A massive open-air music festival is heading to the Geelong Waterfront

Labour Day 2022 might still be a good month away, but it’s worth marking in your diary right now, especially…

Free sunset cinema series Flix & Chill brings BIPOC film, DJs, live music and more to Carlton

Carlton will come alive this month thanks to the new summer film series from Melbourne cultural taste-makers and BIPOC music…

Australian music industry icon Glenn Wheatley has passed away aged 74

Australian music industry icon Glenn Wheatley – the man responsible for launching the career of John Farnham and Delta Goodrem…

From Missy Higgins to Clowns, here’s a list of the gigs to hit up in the region this February

Do you feel the love in the air? We do at Forte, but we’re super romantic types. We love nothing…

Aussie rock legends Goanna join Midnight Oil for a rare reunion gig at Geelong’s A Day on the Green 

Midnight Oil are set to hit the road one final time next month, closing their five-year reunion chapter with their…

The Chats, Thelma Plum, Mallrat and more announced for huge concert series across regional Victoria

Australia’s iconic youth music organisation The Push are helping to inject life back into the Victorian music community with the…

A giant boom box is bringing free live music to the streets of Ballarat

After the disruption caused by the pandemic, finding new ways to bring music back to the city and give local…

Izzy Losi calls on crowdfunding to kickstart her new solo project

We know Geelong born and raised pianist and vocalist Izzy Losi from touring around Victoria as a part of Izzy…

Port Fairy Folk Festival announces lineup for the Archie Roach Foundation Stage celebrating First Nations artists

Running from March 11 through March 14, PFFF, in its 45th year, will see the usual big-name line-up that you have…

Here’s a list of all the free music you can see in Geelong this week with Gigs by Festival of Sails

The iconic Festival of Sails has officially kicked off for 2022 and along with it a kaleidoscope of completely free…

Rare music memorabilia will be up for grabs in fundraising auction for legendary Geelong photographer Ron McPherson

Take a moment to think of an iconic music photograph. Perhaps it’s Johnny Cash flipping the bird to photographer Jim…

Magical open-air candlelight concerts are lighting up Geelong Botanic Gardens this week

Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience out in the open air,…

Geelong glam rock band Glitter Gang to celebrate 30th anniversary with outdoor event 

The Glitter Gang are back and are celebrating the 30th anniversary of pulling on the jumpsuits and platform heels with…

Baker Boy, Kate Ceberano, Client Liaison and more to perform at Australian Open 2022

Nothing screams summer in Melbourne like the Australian Open. Back for 2022, the Grand Slam is not only hosting a selection…

Gigs by Festival of Sails: 8 days, 8 venues and 50+ bands delivering free live music across Geelong 

The iconic Festival of Sails is making its return to Geelong for 2022 and is bringing a kaleidoscope of completely…

Free concert series Summer Sundays is taking over Ballarat Botanical Gardens this January

Sunshine, good music and a handful of your crispy cool ciders; is there a better recipe for a good time?…

Rod Stewart cancels ‘a day on the green’ show in Geelong

Performing for the first time at Mt Duneed Estate in Geelong on Saturday, October 31.

Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival rescheduled for the third time, pushed back to November

The Bendigo Blues and Roots Music Festival, due to take place in the heat of the summer this year from February…

UNIFY Forever postponed to backup weekend in 2022

In another huge blow to local festival-goers, UNIFY Forever has announced it will unfortunately not be going ahead this January…

 

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