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Neil Griffiths

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NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

Trigger warning: The following article contains references that may be triggering. If you’re struggling, please know help is available to you, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. The New South Wales…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 30, 2025
NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

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NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

Trigger warning: The following article contains references that may be triggering. If you’re struggling, please know help is available to you, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. The New South Wales…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 30, 2025
'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

A new peak body designed to protect and promote New South Wales' live music scene has launched this week. The not-for-profit Live Music Venues Alliance (LMVA) will look to represent and fight for the…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 29, 2025
'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

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'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

A new peak body designed to protect and promote New South Wales' live music scene has launched this week. The not-for-profit Live Music Venues Alliance (LMVA) will look to represent and fight for the…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 29, 2025
'The Lineup Has to be Right': Bluesfest Updates Fans on 2026 Event

'The Lineup Has to be Right': Bluesfest Updates Fans on 2026 Event

Organisers of the annual Bluesfest have given fans an update on its 2026 lineup. In a statement posted to social media on Wednesday (September 17th), organisers addressed the status of its 2026…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 17, 2025
'The Lineup Has to be Right': Bluesfest Updates Fans on 2026 Event

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'The Lineup Has to be Right': Bluesfest Updates Fans on 2026 Event

Organisers of the annual Bluesfest have given fans an update on its 2026 lineup. In a statement posted to social media on Wednesday (September 17th), organisers addressed the status of its 2026…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 17, 2025
Sting's 'The Last Ship' Will Sail to Australia In 2026

Sting's 'The Last Ship' Will Sail to Australia In 2026

The superstar former Police frontman will take to the stage at Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC) newest venue, Glasshouse Theatre.

By Neil Griffiths - Aug 14, 2025
Sting's 'The Last Ship' Will Sail to Australia In 2026

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Sting's 'The Last Ship' Will Sail to Australia In 2026

The superstar former Police frontman will take to the stage at Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC) newest venue, Glasshouse Theatre.

By Neil Griffiths - Aug 14, 2025
Tomorrowland Addresses Reports of Australia Debut in 2026

Tomorrowland Addresses Reports of Australia Debut in 2026

Representatives for major dance festival Tomorrowland have addressed speculation this week that it is planning a debut event in Melbourne next year. A video shared on TikTok, presumably taken at the…

By Neil Griffiths - Jul 30, 2025
Tomorrowland Addresses Reports of Australia Debut in 2026

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Tomorrowland Addresses Reports of Australia Debut in 2026

Representatives for major dance festival Tomorrowland have addressed speculation this week that it is planning a debut event in Melbourne next year. A video shared on TikTok, presumably taken at the…

By Neil Griffiths - Jul 30, 2025
Bookers of Recently-Closed Venue to Bring Live Music to Popular Fortitude Valley Pub

Bookers of Recently-Closed Venue to Bring Live Music to Popular Fortitude Valley Pub

More live music is coming to Fortitude Valley. Following the recent closure of The Bearded Lady, the team behind that venue, Ballpoint Press' Alyssa and Keeley, will help launch live music five…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 10, 2025
Bookers of Recently-Closed Venue to Bring Live Music to Popular Fortitude Valley Pub

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Bookers of Recently-Closed Venue to Bring Live Music to Popular Fortitude Valley Pub

More live music is coming to Fortitude Valley. Following the recent closure of The Bearded Lady, the team behind that venue, Ballpoint Press' Alyssa and Keeley, will help launch live music five…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 10, 2025
APRA Announces 2025 Art Music Fund Recipients

APRA Announces 2025 Art Music Fund Recipients

APRA AMCOS has revealed the 11 recipients of the 2025 Art Music Fund this week. The program funds a total of AU$82,500 for 11 composers - nine from Australia and two from Aotearoa - "to create…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 5, 2025
APRA Announces 2025 Art Music Fund Recipients

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APRA Announces 2025 Art Music Fund Recipients

APRA AMCOS has revealed the 11 recipients of the 2025 Art Music Fund this week. The program funds a total of AU$82,500 for 11 composers - nine from Australia and two from Aotearoa - "to create…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 5, 2025
Foxtel to Scrap Music Channels This Month

Foxtel to Scrap Music Channels This Month

Foxtel will scrap its music channels in a matter of weeks. Foxtel confirmed to The Music Network on Tuesday (June 3rd) that the MTV Hits, Nick Music, MTV Club, MTV 80s, and CMT music channels will…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 3, 2025
Foxtel to Scrap Music Channels This Month

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Foxtel to Scrap Music Channels This Month

Foxtel will scrap its music channels in a matter of weeks. Foxtel confirmed to The Music Network on Tuesday (June 3rd) that the MTV Hits, Nick Music, MTV Club, MTV 80s, and CMT music channels will…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 3, 2025
ARIA Awards Announces New Presenting Partner as YouTube Deal Ends

ARIA Awards Announces New Presenting Partner as YouTube Deal Ends

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has announced Spotify as the new presenting partner of the ARIA Awards. The three-year deal was confirmed on Tuesday (June 3rd), with the…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 3, 2025
ARIA Awards Announces New Presenting Partner as YouTube Deal Ends

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ARIA Awards Announces New Presenting Partner as YouTube Deal Ends

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has announced Spotify as the new presenting partner of the ARIA Awards. The three-year deal was confirmed on Tuesday (June 3rd), with the…

By Neil Griffiths - Jun 3, 2025
Triple J Unearthed Announces New Music Director: 'It Feels So Surreal'

Triple J Unearthed Announces New Music Director: 'It Feels So Surreal'

Triple J Unearthed officially has a new Music Director. On Friday (May 30th), the radio station announced that Claire Mooney will take on the gig following the departure of Dave Ruby Howe after a…

By Neil Griffiths - May 30, 2025
Triple J Unearthed Announces New Music Director: 'It Feels So Surreal'

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Triple J Unearthed Announces New Music Director: 'It Feels So Surreal'

Triple J Unearthed officially has a new Music Director. On Friday (May 30th), the radio station announced that Claire Mooney will take on the gig following the departure of Dave Ruby Howe after a…

By Neil Griffiths - May 30, 2025
Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

Australia's own Stand Atlantic have stormed back up the ARIA Albums chart this week thanks to the deluxe edition of their 2024 album. The Sydney pop-punk outfit's Was Here (Hopeless Records/RKT),…

By Neil Griffiths - May 23, 2025
Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

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Sydney Pop Punkers Head Back Toward Top of ARIA Albums Chart

Australia's own Stand Atlantic have stormed back up the ARIA Albums chart this week thanks to the deluxe edition of their 2024 album. The Sydney pop-punk outfit's Was Here (Hopeless Records/RKT),…

By Neil Griffiths - May 23, 2025
Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

The Australian Fridayz Live festival has revealed a massive lineup for its return in 2025. Topping the bill is none other than the elusive chanteuse herself. Mariah Carey will return to Australian…

By Neil Griffiths - May 22, 2025
Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

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Mariah Carey to Headline Returning Fridayz Live Australian Festival

The Australian Fridayz Live festival has revealed a massive lineup for its return in 2025. Topping the bill is none other than the elusive chanteuse herself. Mariah Carey will return to Australian…

By Neil Griffiths - May 22, 2025
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