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2025 ARIA Awards Hosting Team Revealed

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,…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 30, 2025
2025 ARIA Awards Hosting Team Revealed

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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,…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 30, 2025
Emerging Victorian Artists to Shine at Inaugural SongMakers LIVE Event

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 30, 2025
Emerging Victorian Artists to Shine at Inaugural SongMakers LIVE Event

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 30, 2025
WOMADelaide Kicks Off 2026 with Stellar First Artist Announcement

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 30, 2025
WOMADelaide Kicks Off 2026 with Stellar First Artist Announcement

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 30, 2025
Albanese Government Backs Seven Arts Projects to Showcase Australian Talent on the Global Stage

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 29, 2025
Albanese Government Backs Seven Arts Projects to Showcase Australian Talent on the Global Stage

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 29, 2025
Sycco, Touch Sensitive and Emma Louise to Perform at Future Classic's 20th Birthday

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 28, 2025
Sycco, Touch Sensitive and Emma Louise to Perform at Future Classic's 20th Birthday

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 28, 2025
Channel 7 to Air New AC/DC Documentary This Sunday

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:…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 28, 2025
Channel 7 to Air New AC/DC Documentary This Sunday

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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:…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 28, 2025
Keli Holiday Reimagines Bruce Springsteen Classic For Like A Version

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 24, 2025
Keli Holiday Reimagines Bruce Springsteen Classic For Like A Version

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 24, 2025
ARIA Unveils 2025 ARIA Awards Presents Program

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 23, 2025
ARIA Unveils 2025 ARIA Awards Presents Program

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 23, 2025
'Aboriginal DNA Somewhere': M.I.A. Says She Feels a Deep Ancestral Connection to Australia

'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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 23, 2025
'Aboriginal DNA Somewhere': M.I.A. Says She Feels a Deep Ancestral Connection to Australia

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 23, 2025
The Twilight at Taronga Series is Returning In 2026 With Stellar Lineup

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 23, 2025
The Twilight at Taronga Series is Returning In 2026 With Stellar Lineup

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 23, 2025
Anita’s Theatre Marks Centenary with Tribute to Returning Artists

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 22, 2025
Anita’s Theatre Marks Centenary with Tribute to Returning Artists

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 22, 2025
Kirin Ichiban Introduces Listening Room Experience with Gilles Peterson

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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 21, 2025
Kirin Ichiban Introduces Listening Room Experience with Gilles Peterson

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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…

By Lauren McNamara - Oct 21, 2025
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