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1. Live Review: Baxter Dury @ UNSW Roundhouse, Sydney

   What we admire about Dury is in the imagery of his storytelling filtered through the groove of the synth-bass-drums synergy. It’s a simple formula, yet difficult to do effortlessly.

2. Peter Garrett Joins The Presets On Stage For 'Power And The Passion'

   The surprise moment took place at this year's APRA Awards, with The Presets and Peter Garrett paying tribute to Midnight Oil's Rob Hirst.

3. KATSEYE Confirm One-Off Show In Australia

   KATSEYE will perform a one-off show at Melbourne’s Festival Hall next week. And best of all, it’s free to attend.

4. Amyl And The Sniffers, Guy Sebastian, Sia & More Win Big At 2026 APRA Awards

   Other winners included Emily Wurramara, Sarah Aarons, Ball Park Music’s Sam Cromack, Ocean Grove, Rachael Fahim, ONEFOUR, and many others.

5. Sonny Fodera Unveils 2026 Australian Tour Dates

   The acclaimed Aussie DJ is touring in support of his forthcoming album, 'can we do it all again?'.

6. 2026 AAM Award Winners Revealed

   Managers for Amyl And The Sniffers, Miss Kaninna, SPEED and more took home prestigious AAM Awards today.

7. Citizen Announce 2027 Australian Tour

   Citizen will be joined by very special guests Drug Church upon their return to Australia.

8. Melanie C To Guest Program 'Rage'

   Say you’ll be there on your couch this weekend when Melanie C guest programs rage.

9. Melbourne Venue Stay Gold Announces Closure

   Stay Gold is closing its doors in late June following the end of its lease.

10. ‘A Celebration Of Australian Talent At Every Level’: The Inception & Growth Of Great Southern Nights

    Five years on from its COVID-inspired debut, ARIA CEO Annabelle Herd looks back on the inception of Great Southern Nights ahead of its enormous 2026 return.

11. Cub Sport Confirmed As Special Guests On 5 Seconds Of Summer's 2026 Australian Tour

    5 Seconds Of Summer's 'EVERYONE'S A STAR!' arena tour of Australia and New Zealand takes place in October and November.

12. Venues: Hobart Coming Alive, Funding Disputes, Closures, Court Dramas, Tour Figures & Meltdowns

    The latest venues round-up features the latest movements in Australia's live scene, from new deals, openings and closures, new upgrades, legal matters, and more.

13. Live Review: Mumford & Sons @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre

    With seven years between shows, Mumford & Sons' arrival was well overdue, with six studio albums and a whole lot of catching up to cover.

14. Yours & Owls Details Venue Changes For 2026 Festival

    "We want to offer an unforgettable experience whilst making sure we're viable and able to come back and grow year on year," said Festival Promoter Ben Tillman.

15. EXCLUSIVE: Sydney's Burdekin Hotel Unveils Burdekin Bandroom, Announces Launch Parties

    Acts such as POSSESHOT, Kirin J Callinan, Radium Dolls and more will perform at the venue's launch parties.