1 October 2015
It seems we’re spoilt for choice now with Oktoberfest celebrations in the region, but it’s worth giving a tip of the hat to the original, and arguably the best, held at The Carlton Hotel in Geelong on October 4.
1 October 2015
The Melbourne Finders Keepers Market is back again with plenty of time for you to pick up something for yourself or to get in early for Christmas. Held over three days (October 2-4) the market has the best of Melbourne design ware on offer as well as selections from throughout Australia. Head to the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne this weekend.
1 October 2015
You Am I have been doing a lot of thinking, that thinking has lead to the creation of the band’s 10th album, Porridge & Hotsauce, and also a national tour.
1 October 2015
Missed out on a festival ticket this summer but want to see the big name bands? Secret Sounds has you covered.
1 October 2015
It’s been a little while since we’ve heard anything from Matt Corby, and fans have had itchy feet for a little while on any new releases. This morning news broke that Matt is both producing new music and heading out on tour.
30 September 2015
A new month, and Ballarat’s Suttons House of Music has a lot of musical treats coming your way. And there is no better way to kick off the month than with Mal Webb and Kylie Morrigan tonight, October 1.
30 September 2015
After a rigorous few weeks of voting, thanks to everyone involved, the top four have been announced for the Melbourne Music Bank competition.
30 September 2015
Jimmy Carr will return to Australian shores early next year. A TV regular on the likes of 10 O’Clock Live, 8 Out of 10 Cats and Big Fat Quiz, Carr will bring his Funny Business tour Down Under, on which he’s currently performed over 200 dates around the United Kingdom.
30 September 2015
Songman Mat McHugh will begin a new touring adventure at Ballarat’s Karova Lounge on October 1. The reason behind the tour is new album Waves, which Mat is offering up as a free download.
30 September 2015
Geelong’s Mane Event is a musical festival that aims to raise awareness of mental health issues. Headlined by The Badloves, The Mane Event also welcomes The Stiffys, The Heartache State, The Kite Machine, Alister Turrill and the Vagabond Brothers, Famous Will, The Louds, Bound by Hound, City at Midnight, Stodgewood, the Tim Hulsman Trio, Crowbait, Apparition and TATA.
30 September 2015
Through highs and lows, rocker Jon Stevens has soldiered on. Released tomorrow, September 18, is Woman, his first solo album since 2011.
30 September 2015
Featuring a blend of roots, rock, folk and alt-country, Bendigo outfit Four Lions have set out to create the kind of music that conveys honest and heartfelt lyrics with a familiar sound.
30 September 2015
The ninth artist for Soundwave has officially been announced with Moose Blood being added to the line up.
30 September 2015
As if New Year’s at Falls wasn’t already spectacular no matter which town you’re partying in. But it just got better, that’s right, it was possible.
29 September 2015
Golden Plains is celebrating the double digits this year and its got a surprise act already announced for the bill. In honour of the festival’s birthday, Eddy Current Suppression Ring are coming out of a six-year sabbatical for a one of set at The Sup’ and to celebrate 10 years to the day since they placed Golden Plains.
29 September 2015
Summer is coming and with that brings a whole slew of talented musicians to our beautiful shores. One such band are relatively new-comers The Sand Dollars who will get your feet stomping as they play the Torquay Boardriders on October 2.
29 September 2015
Blackwood Jack, Kashmere Club, James Moloney & the Mad Dog Harrisons, Destrends and Red Eagle will show what they’re all about at The Loft, Warrnambool on Sunday, October 4.
28 September 2015
Influenced by the likes of ’90s folk/rock outfits such as Bright Eyes, Neutral Milk Hotel and Modest Mouse, Melbourne’s Tiny Little Houses began life as the bedroom musings of Caleb Karvountzis. These days Caleb is joined by Sean Mullins (guitar) Clancy Bond (drums) and Al Yamin (bass).
28 September 2015
Come rain, hail or shine, the Chopped Rod and Custom show will rev its engine this October 2, 3 & 4. Taking place at the Newstead Racecourse, Chopped Rod and Custom delivers three days of music, dirt drags, hot rods, customs, choppers and bobbers, plus tiki, cocktail and beer bars.
28 September 2015
If you dig songs about gambling, drinking, cheap women, hard times, fast cars that won’t take you anywhere and life in small towns, The Dead City Lights are your perfect companion.
28 September 2015
Dana Hassall is enjoying one of the best periods of her music life. Earlier this month she released ‘Spinning Wheels’, the first single from her forthcoming album of the same name (due for release January).
27 September 2015
Laughter is the best medicine and giving to a good cause is surely close behind that. An event you can do both at is the Comedy 4 Karma event at the Daylesford Town Hall, a fundraiser for the Daylesford Dharma School. Last year’s event saw comedians Hannah Gadsby, Sammy J & Randy, Dave O’Neil as MC and many more. At this stage Melody Moon is confirmed as the musical entertainment with wholesome food supplied by the Organic Sunrise Food Van and a silent auction on the night. The bill for this year is said to be on par (if not above) that of last year’s event. The fundraiser takes place on October 16, visit www.dharmaschool.com.au to get tickets.
27 September 2015
WOMADelaide has revealed a huge first lineup of 25 international artists for its 2015 incarnation. WOMAD is the World of Music, Arts & Dance, which was founded by the musician Peter Gabriel in 1982. WOMADelaide, the Australian WOMAD festival, kicked off in 1992.
27 September 2015
My baby says I don’t love her. She says I got no respect. But what the hell does she expect, when she’s never seen Star Wars? The Bendigo Blues and Roots Music Festival has dropped its 2015 line-up, and it is a beauty.
