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1. 'Right Now, Songwriting And Pop Music Is Crap,' Says Metallica's Kirk Hammett

   "Sorry for all you pop fans out there," Hammett said, clearly not a fan of modern pop tunes.

2. BIGSOUND & CAST Revive Partnership For 'Technology Stream Of The Ideas & Innovation Hub'

   In 2026, CAST and BIGSOUND will co-program the Technology Stream of the Ideas & Innovation Hub, building on last year’s first-ever Tech Showcase.

3. The Music Launches First Limited Edition Vinyl Variant

   100 hand-poured Pnau albums available exclusively through The Music.

4. James Reveal 2026 Australian Tour Dates

   James return to Australia for the first time since 2018, highlighting career favourites at each show.

5. 'It's A Demonic Art Form': PNAU's Nick Littlemore On Making Music And Tripping Balls

   Ahead of PNAU's seventh studio album 'AHHCADE', Nick Littlemore discusses imposter syndrome, LSD, and his creative process.

6. The Amity Affliction Drummer Joe Longobardi Announces His Departure

   Joe Longobardi spent eight years touring and recording with The Amity Affliction.

7. Final Names Revealed For 2026 Indie-Con & A2IM’s Indie Week Australian Edition

   This year's Indie-Con Australia conference and A2IM's Indie Week Australian Edition return to Adelaide next month.

8. RÜFÜS DU SOL Make History For Electronic Music At Madison Square Garden

   RÜFÜS DU SOL will perform four consecutive sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden this week, becoming the first electronic act to do so.

9. You Am I To Commemorate ‘Hourly Daily’ 30th Anniversary With String Quartet Shows

   You Am I will be joined by a string quartet as they celebrate 'Hourly, Daily' with a run of East Coast shows.

10. Peter Garrett & The Alter Egos Announce Intimate 2026 Headline Tour

    “I really can’t wait to get back onstage for a few nights and make some sweet noise with my mates,” Peter Garrett said.

11. Want To Meet The Rolling Stones & Hear Their New Album First? Here's How

    Pre-order the band's new album to win an invite to a playback of the record with members of the band in London!

12. 'Things Like That Don't Always Happen': Ocean Grove’s Sam Bassal Is The Architect Behind Modern Australian Metalcore

    Sam Bassal discusses becoming one of Australia’s most in demand producers, the world-wide success of Thornhill’s ‘BODIES’, and what to expect in 2026.

13. APRA AMCOS Unveils 2026 National Cultural Policy Submission

    APRA AMCOS' 'Made Here. Heard Everywhere.' submission is described as a "roadmap for the next chapter for Australian music".

14. Peter Combe Celebrates 'Toffee Apple' Reaching Two Million Streams

    "To celebrate, here I am on the sunny Gold Coast, wearing a bunch of Toffee Apple men on my feet," Combe shared.

15. 'A True Blue Legend': Musicians React To Daryl Braithwaite's Live Retirement

    As Daryl Braithwaite exits the live stage, some of his friends and musical comrades have shared memories and messages of support.