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1. The Aussie Band That Knocked Off The Stones – And Pissed Off The Beatles

   The song topped the UK charts 60 years ago this week, and was later covered by Nick Cave.

2. ‘A Nice Full Circle Experience’: SWIM’s ‘Dear Friend’ Captures An Artist Not Content With Slowing Down

   As SWIM caps off a year living in London, the quiet achiever reflects on the release of his latest album, the stunning 'Dear Friend.'

3. Anthrax Confirm 2026 Australian Tour

   Anthrax were last in Australia for Download Festival in March 2019.

4. How Was Slipknot's Music Valued At $120M? We Look At Number Crunching Behind Music Catalogues

   Slipknot struck an admirable catalogue deal last week, but some wondered how a name of their ilk could be worth so much. Let's crunch the numbers.

5. Ninajirachi Plots 2026 Australian Tour

   Ninajirachi will embark on her largest Australian tour to date in July 2026.

6. Moving Pictures Bassist Ian Lees Suddenly Passes Away

   Ian Lees passed away on Sunday after suffering a heart attack.

7. Good Things Festival Shares Maps, Reveals Secret Acts

   Three local up-and-comers join the excitement in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.

8. The Black Crowes Expand 2026 Australian Tour, Name Support Act

   The Black Crowes have added special guests The Southern River Band to their Australian tour dates.

9. Spilt Milk Unveils Set Times, Adds Extra Acts To Line-up

   Genesis Owusu and Lotte Gallagher have joined this year's Spilt Milk line-up.

10. Josh Groban Announces 2026 Australian Tour Dates

    Josh Groban will return to Australia next year for his first shows in close to a decade.

11. Belinda Carlisle Announces 'G’day & Goodbye' Farewell Australian Tour

    The tour will take place in early 2027.

12. EXCLUSIVE: Impressed Recordings & ie:east Launch New Physical Distribution Company, ‘Circle Distribution’

    "It’s an honour to work with artists, labels, and stores to bring good vibes into the world through the joy and experience of physical music."

13. Winners Announced For The Inaugural 2025 NSW Music Prize

    "This award is part of our effort support local musicians to cut through and build a fan base.”

14. Reggae Pioneer Jimmy Cliff Dies Aged 81

    Cliff's death was announced on social media by his wife Latifa Chambers.

15. Mariachi El Bronx & The Bronx Announce 2026 Co-Headlining Tour Dates

    “Join us for the first-ever Bronx and Mariachi El Bronx Supershow! Two bands, one mind-exploding, style-bending, life-affirming set."