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Conor Lochrie

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Donald Trump Slams Green Day and Bad Bunny Ahead of Super Bowl

Donald Trump Slams Green Day and Bad Bunny Ahead of Super Bowl

Donald Trump won't be attending the upcoming Super Bowl. Speaking to the New York Post, the president revealed he wouldn't be at Levi's Stadium next month on February 8th allegedly because the…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 27, 2026
Donald Trump Slams Green Day and Bad Bunny Ahead of Super Bowl

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Donald Trump Slams Green Day and Bad Bunny Ahead of Super Bowl

Donald Trump won't be attending the upcoming Super Bowl. Speaking to the New York Post, the president revealed he wouldn't be at Levi's Stadium next month on February 8th allegedly because the…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 27, 2026
Billie Eilish 3D Concert Film Release Date Pushed Back

Billie Eilish 3D Concert Film Release Date Pushed Back

The Billie Eilish 3D concert documentary has been pushed back. Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft will now be released on May 8th via Paramount, as revealed by James Cameron this week. “We’re…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 27, 2026
Billie Eilish 3D Concert Film Release Date Pushed Back

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Billie Eilish 3D Concert Film Release Date Pushed Back

The Billie Eilish 3D concert documentary has been pushed back. Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft will now be released on May 8th via Paramount, as revealed by James Cameron this week. “We’re…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 27, 2026
Kanye West Formally Apologises for Past Antisemitic Rants

Kanye West Formally Apologises for Past Antisemitic Rants

Kanye West has formally apologised for his past antisemitism. The rapper, now known as Ye, took out a full-page advert in the Wall Street Journal this week to issue an apology for his previous…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 27, 2026
Kanye West Formally Apologises for Past Antisemitic Rants

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Kanye West Formally Apologises for Past Antisemitic Rants

Kanye West has formally apologised for his past antisemitism. The rapper, now known as Ye, took out a full-page advert in the Wall Street Journal this week to issue an apology for his previous…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 27, 2026
Nick Cave and Other Aussies Score Oscar Nominations

Nick Cave and Other Aussies Score Oscar Nominations

Nick Cave is amongst the Australian contingent earning nominations at the 2026 Oscars. Cave will compete for Best Original Song for his work on Train Dreams, a film starring Joel Edgerton, who…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 23, 2026
Nick Cave and Other Aussies Score Oscar Nominations

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Nick Cave and Other Aussies Score Oscar Nominations

Nick Cave is amongst the Australian contingent earning nominations at the 2026 Oscars. Cave will compete for Best Original Song for his work on Train Dreams, a film starring Joel Edgerton, who…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 23, 2026
Colin Hay Decries Use of 'Down Under' to 'Sow Xenophobia'

Colin Hay Decries Use of 'Down Under' to 'Sow Xenophobia'

"Down Under" is synonymous with Australia, but Men at Work frontman Colin Hay doesn't want his band's song being used for improper reasons. The songwriter behind the classic anthem, who hails from…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 23, 2026
Colin Hay Decries Use of 'Down Under' to 'Sow Xenophobia'

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Colin Hay Decries Use of 'Down Under' to 'Sow Xenophobia'

"Down Under" is synonymous with Australia, but Men at Work frontman Colin Hay doesn't want his band's song being used for improper reasons. The songwriter behind the classic anthem, who hails from…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 23, 2026
Party in the Paddock Unveils 2026 Set Times

Party in the Paddock Unveils 2026 Set Times

The Party in the Paddock 2026 set times have been released. One of the highlights of Tasmania's live music calendar will return to Carrick on the weekend of February 5th-8th. Across the four days, a…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 22, 2026
Party in the Paddock Unveils 2026 Set Times

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Party in the Paddock Unveils 2026 Set Times

The Party in the Paddock 2026 set times have been released. One of the highlights of Tasmania's live music calendar will return to Carrick on the weekend of February 5th-8th. Across the four days, a…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 22, 2026
Dean Lewis to Release New Music After Misconduct Allegations

Dean Lewis to Release New Music After Misconduct Allegations

Dean Lewis is already back with new music, just a few months after misconduct allegations came out against the Australian artist. The allegations, which emerged on social media towards the end of…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 22, 2026
Dean Lewis to Release New Music After Misconduct Allegations

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Dean Lewis to Release New Music After Misconduct Allegations

Dean Lewis is already back with new music, just a few months after misconduct allegations came out against the Australian artist. The allegations, which emerged on social media towards the end of…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 22, 2026
Taylor Swift and More Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift and More Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift is amongst the latest inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The US pop superstar will be honoured alongside her fellow class of 2026 members Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins,…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 21, 2026
Taylor Swift and More Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame

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Taylor Swift and More Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift is amongst the latest inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The US pop superstar will be honoured alongside her fellow class of 2026 members Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins,…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 21, 2026
Rob Hirst Death: ARIA, Support Act and More Pay Tribute

Rob Hirst Death: ARIA, Support Act and More Pay Tribute

The Australian music industry has paid tribute to Rob Hirst. It was confirmed in a statement yesterday (January 20th) that the Midnight Oil drummer had passed away after a three-year battle with…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 21, 2026
Rob Hirst Death: ARIA, Support Act and More Pay Tribute

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Rob Hirst Death: ARIA, Support Act and More Pay Tribute

The Australian music industry has paid tribute to Rob Hirst. It was confirmed in a statement yesterday (January 20th) that the Midnight Oil drummer had passed away after a three-year battle with…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 21, 2026
Six60 to Play First Concert at New Zealand International Convention Centre

Six60 to Play First Concert at New Zealand International Convention Centre

Six60 are opening a new Aotearoa venue. The Dunedin-born band will open the Te Paepae Theatre, New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) on Friday, February 13th, the first concert…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 19, 2026
Six60 to Play First Concert at New Zealand International Convention Centre

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Six60 to Play First Concert at New Zealand International Convention Centre

Six60 are opening a new Aotearoa venue. The Dunedin-born band will open the Te Paepae Theatre, New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) on Friday, February 13th, the first concert…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 19, 2026
Vanda & Young Global Song Comp Announces 2025 Winners

Vanda & Young Global Song Comp Announces 2025 Winners

The 2025 winners of the Vanda Young Global Songwriting Competition have been revealed. The prestigious competition has returned this year to celebrate some of the world's best songwriting talent,…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 19, 2026
Vanda & Young Global Song Comp Announces 2025 Winners

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Vanda & Young Global Song Comp Announces 2025 Winners

The 2025 winners of the Vanda Young Global Songwriting Competition have been revealed. The prestigious competition has returned this year to celebrate some of the world's best songwriting talent,…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 19, 2026
Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

Ed Sheeran wants help curating his setlist for his Australia and New Zealand tour. The English pop superstar took to social media yesterday to tease the first show, which will take place at…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 16, 2026
Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

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Ed Sheeran Involves Fans in Australia and New Zealand Tour Setlist

Ed Sheeran wants help curating his setlist for his Australia and New Zealand tour. The English pop superstar took to social media yesterday to tease the first show, which will take place at…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 16, 2026
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