Catch some of the best live, local artists around Geelong with free street gig series Music in the City

Local bands, singer-songwriters and street performers will continue to captivate audiences across the regional city for an Autumn edition of…

Connor Morel’s gig-turned-musical-turned-existential-crisis ‘A Lovely Day To Be Online’ heads to Comedy Fest

Fresh from an impressive run at Adelaide Fringe Festival earlier this year, Geelong and Melbourne based actor, singer, writer and…

The unstoppable ’80s new wave band Pseudo Echo are coming to Geelong

After a three-year hiatus, Pseudo Echo return with an epic national tour to coincide with the release of the Ultimate double album &…

Immerse yourself in a dreamy tranquil wonderland with Coda Chroma’s third album ‘Dream-self’

There’s just something so magical about Coda Chroma. From the breathtaking vocals of Kate Lucas to the swirling layers of…

‘Still stuff for the diehards’: Mudhoney return for their first pub shows in the country since 2014

For the better part of 25 years, Mudhoney have honed in on a tried and tested formula. Distorted garage rock…

Laufey announces Australian headline tour dates for June

LA-based, singer, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Laufey (pronounced lāy-vāy) will make her Australian debut this June with shows in Sydney…

Travis Collins is bringing his ‘Any Less Anymore’ National Tour to Geelong

Eight-time Golden Guitar award winner, Travis Collins will celebrate the release of his eighth studio album, Any Less Anymore with the massive Any Less Anymore National Tour….

Áine Tyrrell announces Irish as F*ck Not Irish Folk Australian tour

Irish singer-songwriter Áine Tyrrell is breaking down the stereotypes surrounding her music and heritage as she embarks on her ‘Irish…

Splendour In The Grass announces full lineup for 2023

Splendour In The Grass is gearing up for one huge 21st birthday party, today revealing the enormous lineup with a…

Void Of Vision announce ‘Das Ende’ Australian tour for 2023

Melbourne metalcore heroes Void of Vision have announced their Das Ende Australian Tour set to celebrate their completed CHONICLES EP…

‘It’s not all beards and kilts’: How the 2023 National Celtic Folk Festival has something for everyone

From June 9 to 12, the National Celtic Folk Festival (NCFF) will be returning in full swing, bringing the best…

AUNAI: First Encounter brings a night of experimental music to Kindred Bandroom this week

Fresh from releasing his fourth solo album Charango Unchained late last year, Melbourne musical melange, Argentinian-born songwriter Abe Dunovits has…

Live review: Knotfest Melbourne delivered a monster display by the masters of macabre metal

For 11 years now, Aussie fans have had to sit and watch Slipknot unveil mammoth lineups for their self-curated headliner…

Sleaford Mods announce Australian tour for May and June

Sleaford Mods have announced their long-awaited return to Australian shores off the back of their latest album UK GRIM. Kicking…

Coconut Shy is optimistic for the future on captivating indie-folk ballad ‘The Finest Day’

Flushed with charming introspective, unique and captivating lyrics and indie-folk soundscapes (a la Bon Iver), Melbourne-based Singer/Songwriter Coconut Shy (the…

Live review: King Stingray brought the joyful energy of a band that truly loves what they do to Live at the Bowl

Supported by Gretta Ray and George Alice, the show was a testament to the incredible talent and diversity the Australian…

Lightning & Rhinestones is the new alt-country day festival coming to Geelong in June

Geelong, get ready for a day filled with twanging good times, country-soul glam, and psych-guitar glitz at the brand-new Lightning…

jnr. contends with heartbreak in poignant pop ballad ‘Cruel’ featuring JËVA

Released on 4 April 2023, ‘Cruel’ is the stunning cinematic and mournful synth-pop offering from producer and songwriter Ben Siva’s…

Frenzal Rhomb announce Australian tour in support of their 10th album ‘The Cup of Pestilence’

Having well and truly mastered the art of punk rock with their 2017 ninth studio album Hi-Vis High Tea, Notorious…

James Reyne teams up with Ella Hooper for a massive Australian tour

Hooper explains, “When James came to me with this idea – I was like – hell yeah! I’ve always adored…

Forest Claudette announced as support for Ruel on his Australian 4TH WALL TOUR

Melbourne-based songwriter and musician Forest Claudette has just been announced as the support act joining Ruel on his Australian 4TH…

More details revealed about the Geelong Elvis Festival happening this year

In news that sees regional Elvis fans all shook up, the producers of the beloved Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth &…

Lime Cordiale announce second headline show in Torquay due to overwhelming demand

Having just announced a special local date as part of their Fantastical Country Club Experience, Lime Cordiale has added a second…

‘Utter chaos’: Knocked Loose delivered a visceral assault with riotous chanted singalongs at the Colonial Hotel 

Mannnn, Melbourne’s hardcore community has had it good recently. And when I say good, I mean really good. First, there…

 

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