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1. 'A True Honour': APRA Reveals 100th Anniversary Celebrations

   “This centenary isn’t just about looking back – it’s about celebrating the enduring value of songwriting to our culture, identity and our two nations.”

2. Karnivool Announce Acoustic Album Launch Shows, Drop New Single

   Karnivool will perform short acoustic sets of new and classic songs at the launch events, plus meet with fans, sign records, and more.

3. Power Pick 26/01/26: Peach PRC - 'Back To You'

   This week's The Music Power Pick revealed.

4. Cut Copy Lock In Sydney & Byron Bay Headline Dates

   Cut Copy are touring in support of their latest album, 'Moments.'

5. Regurgitator Announce New Shows, Special Guests To 'Jukeboxxin' Tour

   Regurgitator’s New Zealand dates follow a lengthy, three-month Australian tour.

6. Hellbound Heavy Metal Cruise Confirms 2027 Return

   Hellbound II is set to feature a “huge metal line-up” and take place in January 2027.

7. Kanye West Issues Apology For Antisemitic Remarks: 'I Am Not A Nazi'

   “I regret and am deeply mortified by my actions in that state,” Ye wrote in a full-page ad for The Wall Street Journal.

8. Neil Young Gifts His Music To Greenland For Free, Blasts Amazon

   "My music will never be available on Amazon, as long as it is owned by Bezos," Young wrote in a series of passionate new blog posts.

9. 'We Absolutely Bat Above Our Weight': Three D Radio Is Gearing Up For Their Beloved 93+7 Countdown

   Adelaide community radio station discusses their Top 93+7 Countdown – and why radio beats streaming platforms any day.

10. Jamelia, Rogue Traders Added To Mighty Hoopla Sydney Festival Line-up

    The newly announced acts join inaugural Mighty Hoopla Sydney headliner Kesha and many other beloved pop artists.

11. Foo Fighters Hint At More 2026 Australian Shows

    "We’ll be back here sooner than you think," Dave Grohl teased after the band's one-off Tasmanian show.

12. Rob Hirst Leads Australia Day Honours For Seven Music Biz Identities

    "Rob was a ferocious talent, and we’re so proud of the impact of his songwriting, music and advocacy," Rob Hirst's family commented in a statement.

13. Foo Fighters' 2026 Aussie Setlist Revealed

    The Foo Fighters returned to Australian shores overnight, delivering a special one-off show to their Tasmanian fans.

14. Olivia Dean Takes Out Triple J's Hottest 100 Of 2025

    After a close race to the finish, England's Olivia Dean has emerged victorious in triple j's Hottest 100 for 2025, with 'Man I Need' beating out Keli Holiday's 'Dancing2' to nab the top spot.

15. Terminal Sleep Pull Out Of Festival Appearances As Drummer Requires Surgery

    While sharing unfortunate news with fans, Terminal Sleep hinted at new music and more live shows on the horizon.