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1. Kanye West Issues Apology For Antisemitic Remarks: 'I Am Not A Nazi'

   “I regret and am deeply mortified by my actions in that state,” Ye wrote in a full-page ad for The Wall Street Journal.

2. Neil Young Gifts His Music To Greenland For Free, Blasts Amazon

   "My music will never be available on Amazon, as long as it is owned by Bezos," Young wrote in a series of passionate new blog posts.

3. 'We Absolutely Bat Above Our Weight': Three D Radio Is Gearing Up For Their Beloved 93+7 Countdown

   Adelaide community radio station discusses their Top 93+7 Countdown – and why radio beats streaming platforms any day.

4. Jamelia, Rogue Traders Added To Mighty Hoopla Sydney Festival Line-up

   The newly announced acts join inaugural Mighty Hoopla Sydney headliner Kesha and many other beloved pop artists.

5. Foo Fighters Hint At More 2026 Australian Shows

   "We’ll be back here sooner than you think," Dave Grohl teased after the band's one-off Tasmanian show.

6. Rob Hirst Leads Australia Day Honours For Seven Music Biz Identities

   "Rob was a ferocious talent, and we’re so proud of the impact of his songwriting, music and advocacy," Rob Hirst's family commented in a statement.

7. Foo Fighters' 2026 Aussie Setlist Revealed

   The Foo Fighters returned to Australian shores overnight, delivering a special one-off show to their Tasmanian fans.

8. Olivia Dean Takes Out Triple J's Hottest 100 Of 2025

   After a close race to the finish, England's Olivia Dean has emerged victorious in triple j's Hottest 100 for 2025, with 'Man I Need' beating out Keli Holiday's 'Dancing2' to nab the top spot.

9. Terminal Sleep Pull Out Of Festival Appearances As Drummer Requires Surgery

   While sharing unfortunate news with fans, Terminal Sleep hinted at new music and more live shows on the horizon.

10. Arctic Monkeys, Olivia Rodrigo, Depeche Mode & More Team Up For Charity Album

    The album 'HELP(2)' is a collaborative release in support of War Child, the organisation that assists and protects children worldwide affected by conflict.

11. Yungblud Hits #1 On ARIA Charts Following Australian Tour

    "I cannot thank you all enough... The greatest tour," Yungblud shared.

12. Louis Tomlinson Teases Australian Tour Dates

    "The tour’s happening. Get your tickets soon," Tomlinson teased.

13. Celebrating The Life Of Bob “Bongo” Starkie

    “He never wanted a funeral; he just wanted a big party,” said Bongo’s daughters, Indiana and Arabella.

14. SPEED Detail Bi-Monthly Hardcore Initiative, 'Dynasty Of Style,' To Be Held In Sydney

    Dynasty Of Style will host six free, all-ages hardcore matinee shows in Sydney, 100% funded by SPEED.

15. Franz Ferdinand Cover Amyl & The Sniffers For 'Like A Version'

    "It’s like one of those riffs that should have always existed, like it’s always been there," Franz Ferdinand's Alex Kapranos said.