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1. Revolver Upstairs Owner Accuses Bookkeeper Of Misappropriating Almost $4.5m

   Bookkeeper Sutasinee McGuigan, along with her husband and daughter, are listed in court documents that allege misappropriated funds of almost $4.5 million.

2. What Is Phonk Music?

   Phonk has become something of a calling card for sounds currently trending among Gen Z.

3. Go West Announce 2026 Australian Tour With Special Guest Debbie Gibson

   Go West return to Australia for the first time since 2024. For Debbie Gibson, it’s been much longer: she last played for her Australian fans in 1989.

4. Rage Shares Joke Apology For Pick-Up Truck Mix-Up When Showing Iconic AC/DC Clip

   The joke apology was signed off by “rage’s zoomer digital content officer.”

5. Dom Dolla Drops Full Two-Hour Sydney Stadium Show On YouTube

   Dom Dolla became the first electronic artist to headline a stadium show in Australia in December.

6. 'Everything Fell Off': The Struggles That Birthed Telenova's New Album, 'The Warning'

   After serendipitous beginnings and a rapid ascent, Melbourne trio Telenova had to navigate dark times and personal struggles when making their second LP.

7. Wu-Tang Clan's Oliver “Power” Grant Passes Away, Aged 52

   The New York City hip-hop group confirmed Grant’s passing on social media.

8. Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Reveals 2026 Nominees: INXS, Jeff Buckley, Oasis & More

   Fellow nominees include Iron Maiden, Phil Collins, Pink, Shakira, Wu-Tang Clan, Lauryn Hill, and others.

9. 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."

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. '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.

13. 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.

14. Live Review: Pulp @ Riverstage, Brisbane

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

15. 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.