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1. Live Review: Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much? @ Forum II, Melbourne

   There are no contrived jokes here, no script; all Copeland needs to carry the entire evening are his personality and his recollections of an extraordinary life well lived. 

2. Beaten To The Punch: 15 Covers Released Before The Original

   From classic songs by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan, to covers from soul veterans, country legends, and goth icons, here are ten tracks whose originals were pre-dated by a cover version.

3. Linkin Park On 'From Zero' & Their Return To Australia: 'We're More Assured That This Is What We Want To Be Doing'

   In the lead-up to their first Australian shows in 13 years, Linkin Park bassist Dave "Phoenix" Farrell reflects on incredible moments Down Under and the band's momentous return with 'From Zero.'

4. The Wailers Reveal 2026 Australian Tour Dates

   "This tour carries the spirit, power and purpose of Bob Marley into the future," says Peter Noble OAM, Festival Director of Bluesfest and longtime presenter for The Wailers.

5. A Beginner’s Guide To Parkway Drive For The Uninitiated Bluesfest Patron

   If you’re heading to Bluesfest this April and wondering where to start with a band like Parkway Drive, The Music has got you covered.

6. Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea Teams Up With Nick Cave & Thom Yorke On Debut Solo Album 'Honora'

   After decades as the bassist in the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Flea is embarking on a solo venture all about his first love: jazz and playing the trumpet.

7. Fed Square's 'Open Air' Series To Return With Tina Arena, Folk B*tch Trio & More

   Live music, outdoor cinema, and unique performances will bring Melbourne's CBD to life next month.

8. Parkway Drive Lead Second Artist Announcement For Bluesfest 2026

   This is likely the most unexpected artist reveal since Kendrick Lamar at Bluesfest 2016.

9. Live Review: The Lumineers @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre

   It was evident that the audience was deep in The Lumineers' lore, as even thinly veiled hints for the next song were clocked and met with cheers.

10. Bandcamp: AI Generated Music 'Not Permitted' On The Platform

    "We reserve the right to remove any music on suspicion of being AI-generated," the Bandcamp team explained.

11. Summer Jam Goes National With 2026 Dates

    Melbourne's annual "basketball, beats and street style" event is expanding in 2026.

12. Mental As Anything Feature Documentary Locks In Cinema Release Date

    "The film captures the humour and the energy and the art and personalities of the band members," teased Mental As Anything's Reg Mombassa.

13. Troy Cassar-Daley Documents His Highly Personal Journey With New Film, 'Between Two Fires'

    As Cassar-Daley readies the release of his new documentary film, the acclaimed musician reflects on family, grief, and success.

14. Mushroom's Chris Maund Re-Appointed To Merlin Board

    Maund has served as a Board member for digital licensing partner Merlin since 2018.

15. Yungblud Says His Festival Bludfest Will Have An Australian Edition In 2027

    “I can confirm my next ventures for Bludfest are the States, Japan, and Australia,” Yungblud said.