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Former 'The Voice Australia' Winner Judah Kelly Wins an Oscar

Former 'The Voice Australia' Winner Judah Kelly Wins an Oscar

Australian singer Judah Kelly, best known as the winner of The Voice Australia in 2017, is one of the stars in the short film The Singers, which took home Best Live Action Short at the 98th Academy…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 16, 2026
Former 'The Voice Australia' Winner Judah Kelly Wins an Oscar

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Former 'The Voice Australia' Winner Judah Kelly Wins an Oscar

Australian singer Judah Kelly, best known as the winner of The Voice Australia in 2017, is one of the stars in the short film The Singers, which took home Best Live Action Short at the 98th Academy…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 16, 2026
'Australian Idol' Working With Music Industry to Develop Artists

'Australian Idol' Working With Music Industry to Develop Artists

Australian Idol is doubling down on artist development beyond the TV stage, working closely with the local music industry as the show's top 12 contestants move into the next phase of the competition.…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 16, 2026
'Australian Idol' Working With Music Industry to Develop Artists

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'Australian Idol' Working With Music Industry to Develop Artists

Australian Idol is doubling down on artist development beyond the TV stage, working closely with the local music industry as the show's top 12 contestants move into the next phase of the competition.…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 16, 2026
UPDATE: Bluesfest Confirms 2026 Event Cancelled

UPDATE: Bluesfest Confirms 2026 Event Cancelled

UPDATE: The 2026 Bluesfest is officially cancelled, organisers have confirmed. In a statement on Friday, organisers attributed the decision to "rising production, logistics, insurance and touring…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 13, 2026
UPDATE: Bluesfest Confirms 2026 Event Cancelled

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UPDATE: Bluesfest Confirms 2026 Event Cancelled

UPDATE: The 2026 Bluesfest is officially cancelled, organisers have confirmed. In a statement on Friday, organisers attributed the decision to "rising production, logistics, insurance and touring…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 13, 2026
‘Robbing Them Blind, Baby. That's How We Do’: Live Nation Ticketing Messages Unsealed

‘Robbing Them Blind, Baby. That's How We Do’: Live Nation Ticketing Messages Unsealed

Internal messages from two ticketing directors at Live Nation have been made public in court filings, revealing conversations in which the pair joked about charging concertgoers steep ancillary fees.…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 13, 2026
‘Robbing Them Blind, Baby. That's How We Do’: Live Nation Ticketing Messages Unsealed

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‘Robbing Them Blind, Baby. That's How We Do’: Live Nation Ticketing Messages Unsealed

Internal messages from two ticketing directors at Live Nation have been made public in court filings, revealing conversations in which the pair joked about charging concertgoers steep ancillary fees.…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 13, 2026
Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

Melbourne nu metalcore outfit Bad Juju have signed to UK-based label Easy Life Records. Bad Juju - comprising vocalist Russell Holland, guitarists Abe Miller and Armarin Saengsri, bassist Matthew…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

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Melbourne's Bad Juju Sign to UK-Based Record Label

Melbourne nu metalcore outfit Bad Juju have signed to UK-based label Easy Life Records. Bad Juju - comprising vocalist Russell Holland, guitarists Abe Miller and Armarin Saengsri, bassist Matthew…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

Billboard has released its 2026 Global Power Players list, honouring top executives driving the success of the international music business. The list of executives - nominated by their companies and…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

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Matt Gudinski, Dan Rosen, Sean Warner & Michael Coppel Among 2026 Billboard Global Power Players

Billboard has released its 2026 Global Power Players list, honouring top executives driving the success of the international music business. The list of executives - nominated by their companies and…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 12, 2026
Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

The full lineup for Vivid LIVE 2026 has been revealed, with more than 50 international and Australian artists set to perform across the Sydney Opera House during the annual celebrations. Running from…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 11, 2026
Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

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Vivid LIVE Returning to Sydney Opera House with Huge 2026 Lineup

The full lineup for Vivid LIVE 2026 has been revealed, with more than 50 international and Australian artists set to perform across the Sydney Opera House during the annual celebrations. Running from…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 11, 2026
Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

A mix of household names and emerging voices are among the 80 finalists across 20 categories announced for the 2026 Queensland Music Awards, presented by QMusic. Judged by a panel of more than 100…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 10, 2026
Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

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Queensland Music Awards Reveal 2026 Finalists

A mix of household names and emerging voices are among the 80 finalists across 20 categories announced for the 2026 Queensland Music Awards, presented by QMusic. Judged by a panel of more than 100…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 10, 2026
Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

Offbeat Collective's One Off Traks has announced the participants of its annual songwriting and production camp, designed to develop women, trans and non-binary songwriters and producers across…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

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Bumpy, Imani-J & More Named Among 2026 One Off Traks Camp Participants

Offbeat Collective's One Off Traks has announced the participants of its annual songwriting and production camp, designed to develop women, trans and non-binary songwriters and producers across…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

A new book titled SUSIE will offer fans a rare glimpse into the life of Susie Cave, combining decades of photography with personal reflections from Nick Cave. Australian publisher Thames Hudson has…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

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Nick Cave Contributes to New Book About Susie Cave

A new book titled SUSIE will offer fans a rare glimpse into the life of Susie Cave, combining decades of photography with personal reflections from Nick Cave. Australian publisher Thames Hudson has…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

Vanessa Amorosi returned to the spotlight on Saturday night, joining G Flip on stage in Melbourne for a performance of “Absolutely Everybody". The moment unfolded during G Flip’s hometown show at…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

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Vanessa Amorosi Makes Surprise Appearance at G Flip’s Melbourne Arena Show

Vanessa Amorosi returned to the spotlight on Saturday night, joining G Flip on stage in Melbourne for a performance of “Absolutely Everybody". The moment unfolded during G Flip’s hometown show at…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 9, 2026
The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

The Veronicas made their proper Like A Version debut on Friday morning with a cover of sombr's "12 to 12". Jess and Lisa Origliasso said they chose it as it's the "perfect" pop hit. "He was such a…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

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The Veronicas Cover Sombr for Triple J's Like A Version

The Veronicas made their proper Like A Version debut on Friday morning with a cover of sombr's "12 to 12". Jess and Lisa Origliasso said they chose it as it's the "perfect" pop hit. "He was such a…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 6, 2026
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