The Music – Australia's daily music and entertainment newsletter

The latest music news from TheMusic.com.au, covering Australia's daily music and entertainment scene, artists new releases and where to get new mp3 songs.

1. 'Musicians Have Always Been At The Forefront': Lime Cordiale On Their Climate-Focused Lime Green Festival

   Ahead of the first Lime Green Fest, Lime Cordiale – along with iconic entrepreneur and music promoter Michael Chugg – discuss the launch of the 100% off-grid, climate-focused festival.

2. Lost Sundays Unveils 2026 Block Party Line-up

   The Lost Sundays Block Party will take over ivy Sydney over the Easter long weekend.

3. Power Pick 16/03/26: Salty - 'TOUCH GRASS'

   This week's The Music Power Pick revealed.

4. NOFX's Eric Melvin Denies Suing Bandmate Fat Mike Over ‘Legal Financial Malfeasance’

   “I love being in NOFX. I love my band mates,” Melvin stated. “I am so proud of what we've built together over decades.

5. Metallica’s James Hetfield Proposes To His Girlfriend Underwater

   "In a sea full of fish, we caught each other," wrote Hetfield's soon-to-be wife, Adriana Gillett.

6. When The Music Stops: What Happens When A Festival Goes Into Liquidation

   A guide for artists, industry workers, and ticketholders in the wake of Bluesfest 2026

7. Live Review: GoldFord @ Metro Theatre, Sydney

   Despite this being the band’s first outing Down Under, it quickly became apparent that GoldFord had already cultivated a loyal following in Sydney.

8. Live Review: Cut Copy, Todd Terje, CC:DISCO!, Crazy P, Colette @ Live At The Gardens, Melbourne

   The set is a masterclass in re-contexualising Cut Copy's past, while showcasing the strength of their new music.

9. Venues: Moves For New Arenas & SEPs, Liquidations Galore, Venue Ownership Options, Kylie’s $3m Gig, Job Moves & More

   The latest venues round-up has all the vital information on Australia's live scene, from new grants, new plans, new jobs, and more.

10. Motörhead's Phil Campbell Passes Away, Aged 64

    Campbell died following “a complex, major operation.”

11. Melanie C Reveals 2026 Australian Tour Dates

    Melanie C returns to Australia this November, playing shows in support of her forthcoming album, 'Sweat.'

12. Alex Warren Announces 2026 Australian Tour

    The 'Ordinary' hitmaker has locked in a tour of Australia and New Zealand that's anything but.

13. A Perfect Circle Plot 2026 Australian Tour Dates

    Maynard James Keenan will be pulling double duty when another of his projects, Puscifer, opens all Australian and New Zealand shows.

14. James Marriott Postpones 2026 Australian Tour

    "Please know this isn’t a cancellation; the team are working on rescheduling the tour," Marriott informed fans.

15. GALLERY: Peach PRC @ AEC Theatre, Adelaide

    The highlights from Peach PRC’s headline show at Adelaide’s AEC Theatre.