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2025 ARIA Awards Hosting Team Revealed
The 2025 ARIA Awards will once again be hosted by Nova's Tim Blackwell, as well as triple j's Concetta Caristo, alongside Latifa Tee, Georgie Tunny, and Angela Bishop. In partnership with Spotify,…

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2025 ARIA Awards Hosting Team Revealed
The 2025 ARIA Awards will once again be hosted by Nova's Tim Blackwell, as well as triple j's Concetta Caristo, alongside Latifa Tee, Georgie Tunny, and Angela Bishop. In partnership with Spotify,…

Emerging Victorian Artists to Shine at Inaugural SongMakers LIVE Event
APRA AMCOS' SongMakers program, which pairs high school students with highly acclaimed artist and producer mentors, is going live for the first time ever, with a special night of performances next…

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Emerging Victorian Artists to Shine at Inaugural SongMakers LIVE Event
APRA AMCOS' SongMakers program, which pairs high school students with highly acclaimed artist and producer mentors, is going live for the first time ever, with a special night of performances next…

WOMADelaide Kicks Off 2026 with Stellar First Artist Announcement
WOMADelaide, renowned as Australia’s most diverse and surprising festival, has unveiled the first 49 artists set to perform in 2026. The 29th edition of the festival is taking place from March…

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WOMADelaide Kicks Off 2026 with Stellar First Artist Announcement
WOMADelaide, renowned as Australia’s most diverse and surprising festival, has unveiled the first 49 artists set to perform in 2026. The 29th edition of the festival is taking place from March…

Albanese Government Backs Seven Arts Projects to Showcase Australian Talent on the Global Stage
The Albanese Labor Government has announced support for seven Australian performance and exhibition projects through the International Cultural Diplomacy Arts Fund, highlighting the country’s…

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Albanese Government Backs Seven Arts Projects to Showcase Australian Talent on the Global Stage
The Albanese Labor Government has announced support for seven Australian performance and exhibition projects through the International Cultural Diplomacy Arts Fund, highlighting the country’s…

Sycco, Touch Sensitive and Emma Louise to Perform at Future Classic's 20th Birthday
Australian record label and music collective Future Classic will be taking over an iconic Sydney venue for one night only in February, as it celebrates 20 years in the business. Spanning three stages…

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Sycco, Touch Sensitive and Emma Louise to Perform at Future Classic's 20th Birthday
Australian record label and music collective Future Classic will be taking over an iconic Sydney venue for one night only in February, as it celebrates 20 years in the business. Spanning three stages…

Channel 7 to Air New AC/DC Documentary This Sunday
Channel 7 has announced a special television documentary exploring the story of AC/DC's meteoric rise to the top. Going inside the band's legacy this Sunday, November 2nd on Seven and 7plus, AC/DC:…

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Channel 7 to Air New AC/DC Documentary This Sunday
Channel 7 has announced a special television documentary exploring the story of AC/DC's meteoric rise to the top. Going inside the band's legacy this Sunday, November 2nd on Seven and 7plus, AC/DC:…

Keli Holiday Reimagines Bruce Springsteen Classic For Like A Version
Keli Holiday has performed a cover of Bruce Springsteen's 1984 hit "I'm On Fire" in triple j's Like A Version this morning, joined in the studio by Baker Boy and Abbie Chatfield's sister Jolie, among…

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Keli Holiday Reimagines Bruce Springsteen Classic For Like A Version
Keli Holiday has performed a cover of Bruce Springsteen's 1984 hit "I'm On Fire" in triple j's Like A Version this morning, joined in the studio by Baker Boy and Abbie Chatfield's sister Jolie, among…

ARIA Unveils 2025 ARIA Awards Presents Program
ARIA has unveiled the 2025 program for ARIA Awards Presents, its annual program that gives opportunities for aspiring artists and industry folk to celebrate Australia's best established and…

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ARIA Unveils 2025 ARIA Awards Presents Program
ARIA has unveiled the 2025 program for ARIA Awards Presents, its annual program that gives opportunities for aspiring artists and industry folk to celebrate Australia's best established and…

'Aboriginal DNA Somewhere': M.I.A. Says She Feels a Deep Ancestral Connection to Australia
Sri Lankan-born, British-raised rapper, singer, and producer, M.I.A. says she feels a deep connection to Australia through her ancestry. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone AU/NZ, she said that…

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'Aboriginal DNA Somewhere': M.I.A. Says She Feels a Deep Ancestral Connection to Australia
Sri Lankan-born, British-raised rapper, singer, and producer, M.I.A. says she feels a deep connection to Australia through her ancestry. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone AU/NZ, she said that…

The Twilight at Taronga Series is Returning In 2026 With Stellar Lineup
Taronga Zoo's Twilight at Taronga series is coming back in 2026, featuring the likes of Vera Blue, Xavier Rudd, Richard Clapton, and more. The annual summer series brings together world-class live…

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The Twilight at Taronga Series is Returning In 2026 With Stellar Lineup
Taronga Zoo's Twilight at Taronga series is coming back in 2026, featuring the likes of Vera Blue, Xavier Rudd, Richard Clapton, and more. The annual summer series brings together world-class live…

Anita’s Theatre Marks Centenary with Tribute to Returning Artists
Beloved Thirroul venue Anita's Theatre is honouring artists who have returned five times or more as part of its centenary celebrations. The Anita's Theatre Encore Club will be officially unveiled as…

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Anita’s Theatre Marks Centenary with Tribute to Returning Artists
Beloved Thirroul venue Anita's Theatre is honouring artists who have returned five times or more as part of its centenary celebrations. The Anita's Theatre Encore Club will be officially unveiled as…

Kirin Ichiban Introduces Listening Room Experience with Gilles Peterson
Kirin Ichiban has revealed the 'Listening Room', an intimate music experience to be hosted by legendary broadcast, DJ, and tastemaker Gilles Peterson. Taking place on November 16th, 2025, at the Ivy…

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Kirin Ichiban Introduces Listening Room Experience with Gilles Peterson
Kirin Ichiban has revealed the 'Listening Room', an intimate music experience to be hosted by legendary broadcast, DJ, and tastemaker Gilles Peterson. Taking place on November 16th, 2025, at the Ivy…
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