Record Store Day is back again this weekend, here’s where to find some exclusive gems in Geelong

As the resurgence of vinyl is bringing music consumption into a bright new era for absolutely anyone, the demand for…

Not-for-profit radio station MainFM announce all-ages music festival Revival

Whether you’re a MainFM listener or you’re just a fan of quality live music, the best little not-for-profit station in…

Spilt Milk announce triumphant return to Ballarat this December

One of Australia’s most in-demand and fastest-selling music, food and art festivals, Spilt Milk is making its highly-anticipated return for…

Jimmy Barnes announces Melbourne show with The Teskey Brothers for the 30th anniversary of ‘Soul Deep’

Iconic and trailblazing Australian artist Jimmy Barnes has announced a tour of Australia, featuring a 12 piece band, in celebration…

Illuminate Adelaide unveils 2022 program with Gorillaz, immersive installations, Unsound and more

A celebration of innovation, music, art, light and technology, Adelaide’s winter music and arts festival, Illuminate Adelaide, has announced its…

The Smith Street Band on stripping things back on new album, Wagner’s lyrical prowess and touring regionally

Things that are entrenched in Australian pub rock culture: Drinking Melbourne Bitter Tinnies at The Tote; knowing to respond ‘No…

UK grime legend Stormzy announces rescheduled Australian tour dates for 2022

UK rap phenomenon Stormzy has today announced he’ll be bringing his Heavy Is The Head World Tour to Australia and…

The Smith Street Band kick off regional tour, taking to stages in Torquay, Ballarat, Macedon and more

Officially kicking off their regional tour over the weekend, The Smith Street Band will be bringing their rollicking, anthemic sing…

Harry Styles to perform at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium in 2023

GRAMMY Award®-winning, global superstar Harry Styles has confirmed he will be returning to Australia and New Zealand for his ‘Love…

Gyp$yfoot and Spooky Fruit seamlessly blend electronic R&B with dreamy melodies in sensual debut single ‘Smashing’ 

Davis has been steadily working away at his craft since the ripe age of 14 when he negotiated a deal…

Mongolian rock outfit The Hu announce 2022 Australian tour

In some big news for your Tuesday, Mongolian rock outfit The Hu are headed back to Australia in August 2022,…

“After having two years off, there’s just a whole new energy”: Clint Wilson explores change in ‘People Don’t Think Like Us’

An artist renowned for sweeping songwriting full of passion and contemplation, Melbourne singer-songwriter Clint Wilson’s newest single is a rocking…

Crowded House postpone Geelong ‘a day on the green’ show this weekend

As COVID continues to run rampant throughout the country, Crowded House has today announced the postponement of the final four…

Wendy Matthews to perform in Geelong this July

Seven-time ARIA Award-winning singer-songwriter Wendy Matthews will bring her soulful sound to Piano Bar in Geelong for the first time…

Kim Churchill gifted the Bellarine a magical night of mystery, dance and child-like wonder

Driving into the gates of Hire a Kombi, you just knew that this was going to be something special, and…

Gretta Ray announces national tour for June 2022

Six years following her explosive introduction, musical wunderkind Gretta Ray has announced a national tour off the back of releasing…

Piano Bar’s Good Friday Appeal fundraiser returns with its biggest lineup yet

The Good Friday Appeal raises funds to enable The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne to provide world-class care to our…

Melbourne trio FACE FACE release anthemic single ‘The Karen Song’ alongside Animal Crossing-inspired visuals

Making statements with their unique brand of infectious indie-rock for nostalgic 90s kids, Melbourne’s three-piece FACE FACE have been dropping…

Faker return to Melbourne for headline gig after a nine year hiatus

Frontman Nathan Hudson returns with a brand new Faker line-up for a series of shows across Australia. With a headline…

High Ace, the new project of Jeff Lang and Alison Ferrier, release new single ‘Leaning On My Sugar’

During the 2020-21 lockdowns Jeff Lang and Allison Ferrier got down to work on some new projects under the name…

Local artist Fenn Wilson releases second single ‘Laying With The Bones’ from his upcoming 2023 album

Fenn Wilson is captivating listeners once again with the release of his new single ‘Laying With The Bones’. The track…

Rise Of South Sudan Music & Arts Festival returns with an eclectic lineup of incredible artists

Returning for the first time since the pandemic took hold, the Rise Of South Sudan (R.O.S.S.) Music and Arts Festival…

Surround Sounds Music Festival: The lesser-known events worth adding to your calendar

Arriving late last week, Surround Sounds – Geelong & the Bellarine Music Festival is already off to a glorious start,…

S*A*S*H Melbourne is throwing an epic day 12th b’day party with some of the world’s best artists

Presenting a line-up of some of the world’s best house artists, S*A*S*H is pulling out all the stops on Saturday,…

 

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