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1. Spotify Commits $200k To The Push As Part Of New Multi-Year Partnership

   “This donation directly supports national music programs that build confidence, friendship and belonging, making participation simple and social for every young Australian."

2. New Audit Confirms Victoria Holds The Most Music Venues In Australia

   The audit confirmed that Victoria is home to 2,441 live music venues, more than any other state.

3. Heading To Bad Bunny's Sydney Shows? Here's What You Need To Know

   Bad Bunny will make his Australian debut at Sydney's ENGIE Stadium this weekend - find out everything you need to know about the shows on The Music.

4. 'I Feel Very Supported And Guided': ATHANASIA Is Living Her Authentic Life

   ATHANASIA is the first artist to be selected for Ground Floor, UNIFIED Music Group’s new accelerator program. Chatting with The Music, she divulges the realities of being an indie musician.

5. Live Review: Transvision Vamp @ Northcote Theatre, Melbourne

   The UK band Transvision Vamp have fulfilled a comeback tour in Australia, their first in nearly three decades.

6. Live Review: Pulp @ Riverstage, Brisbane

   Britpop royalty return to Australian shores for the first time in 13 years with euphoric 'More' tour.

7. Cherry Bar's James Young To 'Step Away' From Company Following Controversial Socials Post

   "Our priority is the safety and wellbeing of our incredible team who have had a difficult few days," wrote Cherry Bar's partners on Facebook.

8. Iron Maiden Documentary 'Burning Ambition' Heading To Australian Cinemas

   The feature-length documentary, 'Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition,' lands in cinemas this May.

9. Tame Impala Expands 2026 Australian Tour

   Extra shows have been announced for Tame Impala's tour after pre-sale allocation was immediately exhausted in three cities.

10. Richard Marx Announces 2026 Australian Tour

    Richard Marx returns to Australia following a tour in 2023 and a handful of shows in 2024.

11. 'Life Is Like A Movie Right Now': Foley Go Full Cinematic With 'Like An Actress'

    As New Zealand-formed pop duo Foley release new EP 'Like An Actress', the pair reflect on the past year after relocating to Sydney, and what feels like a 'semi-triumphant moment' for their careers and personal lives.

12. Ed Sheeran Named Honorary Co-Mayor Of Ipswich

    Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding presented Sheeran with the official mayoral chains of office at Suncorp Stadium.

13. Mike Patton Seemingly Confirms Faith No More Disbandment: 'I Don’t See It As A Sad Thing'

    Faith No More haven't toured since 2016 and have cancelled several tours since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in 2020 - including in Australia.

14. How To Score Tickets To Tame Impala's 2026 Australian Tour

    The Deadbeat run is set to be one of the most highly anticipated tours of the year. So, The Music has rounded up everything you need to know about scoring tickets to a show you won’t want to miss.

15. Cradle Of Filth & DevilDriver Plot 2026 Australian Co-Headline Tour

    Cradle Of Filth return to Australia for the first time since 2024, while DevilDriver last performed for Australian fans in 2019.