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'Today We Make History': Bluesfest Adds Three Iconic Acts to 2026 Lineup
Bluesfest has added a trio of iconic acts to its 2026 lineup. Metalcore titans Parkway Drive, neo-soul icon Erykah Badu, and reggae legends The Wailers will all now play at the festival this year.…

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'Today We Make History': Bluesfest Adds Three Iconic Acts to 2026 Lineup
Bluesfest has added a trio of iconic acts to its 2026 lineup. Metalcore titans Parkway Drive, neo-soul icon Erykah Badu, and reggae legends The Wailers will all now play at the festival this year.…

Laneway Confirms 2026 Playing Times and Official Afterparty Series
With just under a month to go, the Laneway 2026 playing times and official afterparties have been revealed. Laneway organisers today confirmed when acts such as Chappell Roan, Role Model, Wet Leg,…

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Laneway Confirms 2026 Playing Times and Official Afterparty Series
With just under a month to go, the Laneway 2026 playing times and official afterparties have been revealed. Laneway organisers today confirmed when acts such as Chappell Roan, Role Model, Wet Leg,…

BTS Announce Australia Tour Dates
BTS are back in a big way. The K-pop supergroup have announced an extensive world tour for 2026-2027, which will bring them to Australia for two shows next February. BTS will play in Melbourne on…

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BTS Announce Australia Tour Dates
BTS are back in a big way. The K-pop supergroup have announced an extensive world tour for 2026-2027, which will bring them to Australia for two shows next February. BTS will play in Melbourne on…

Boy & Bear Land Highest Australian Album on ARIA Charts
Olivia Dean dominates the ARIA Charts yet again. This week’s chart update sees the English pop star extend an already historic run. Australian staples Boy Bear enter the top 20, and the festive…

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Boy & Bear Land Highest Australian Album on ARIA Charts
Olivia Dean dominates the ARIA Charts yet again. This week’s chart update sees the English pop star extend an already historic run. Australian staples Boy Bear enter the top 20, and the festive…

Coldplay Kiss Cam Executive Finally Breaks Silence After Viral Moment
The executive who went viral at a Coldplay concert earlier this year has broken her silence. Kristin Cabot, whose liaison with her boss at a Coldplay show made headlines around the world and cost the…

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Coldplay Kiss Cam Executive Finally Breaks Silence After Viral Moment
The executive who went viral at a Coldplay concert earlier this year has broken her silence. Kristin Cabot, whose liaison with her boss at a Coldplay show made headlines around the world and cost the…

Mushroom Group Announces Staff Moves
Mushroom Group has announced some staff movements ahead of the new year, with two key promotions announced alongside a significant departure from the music company. Maddison Dutton has stepped up…

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Mushroom Group Announces Staff Moves
Mushroom Group has announced some staff movements ahead of the new year, with two key promotions announced alongside a significant departure from the music company. Maddison Dutton has stepped up…

Gracie Abrams Blasts Donald Trump After Rob Reiner Comments
Gracie Abrams has delivered a powerful condemnation of Donald Trump's response to Rob Reiner's death, calling the President's behaviour "the most poisonous and vile narcissism maybe in the history of…

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Gracie Abrams Blasts Donald Trump After Rob Reiner Comments
Gracie Abrams has delivered a powerful condemnation of Donald Trump's response to Rob Reiner's death, calling the President's behaviour "the most poisonous and vile narcissism maybe in the history of…

Trey Songz Charged with Assault for Nightclub Incidents
Trey Songz is facing criminal charges following two separate incidents at New York City establishments, with prosecutors alleging the R B singer assaulted a nightclub employee and damaged property…

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Trey Songz Charged with Assault for Nightclub Incidents
Trey Songz is facing criminal charges following two separate incidents at New York City establishments, with prosecutors alleging the R B singer assaulted a nightclub employee and damaged property…

Donna Summer Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Donna Summer has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, marking a significant recognition of her contributions beyond her iconic status as the Queen of Disco. The intimate…

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Donna Summer Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Donna Summer has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, marking a significant recognition of her contributions beyond her iconic status as the Queen of Disco. The intimate…

Beloved New Zealand Festival Splore Is Coming to an End
Splore Festival is coming to an end. The beloved New Zealand festival's long-time owner, John Minty, shared in a statement that Splore 2026 will be the last-ever edition, citing poor ticket sales as…

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Beloved New Zealand Festival Splore Is Coming to an End
Splore Festival is coming to an end. The beloved New Zealand festival's long-time owner, John Minty, shared in a statement that Splore 2026 will be the last-ever edition, citing poor ticket sales as…

The Weeknd Secures Major Catalogue Partnership
The Weeknd has finalised a groundbreaking catalogue partnership with Lyric Capital Group that reportedly values his music assets in the $1 billion range, establishing what representatives describe as…

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The Weeknd Secures Major Catalogue Partnership
The Weeknd has finalised a groundbreaking catalogue partnership with Lyric Capital Group that reportedly values his music assets in the $1 billion range, establishing what representatives describe as…

Olivia Dean, Kylie Minogue Dominate ARIA Charts
Olivia Deans is the big winner on the ARIA charts this week. The English pop star's The Art of Loving returns to the top spot on the ARIA Albums Chart after a nine-week break, making it two…

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Olivia Dean, Kylie Minogue Dominate ARIA Charts
Olivia Deans is the big winner on the ARIA charts this week. The English pop star's The Art of Loving returns to the top spot on the ARIA Albums Chart after a nine-week break, making it two…
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