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1. Did Olivia Newton John And John Travolta Date During 'Grease'?

   A new biography about Olivia Newton-John reveals how close she got to being romantically involved with her 'Grease' co-star.

2. Yes To Screens: Billie Eilish Shares Support For Phones At Concerts

   Eilish described young people’s time on phones at concerts as “an important part of the culture.”

3. Live Review: Thundercat @ Hordern Pavilion, Sydney

   Thundercat’s Sydney ‘Distracted’ tour stop delivered eclectic artistry, heartfelt crowd connection and infectious joy, transforming Hordern Pavilion into a euphoric celebration of experimentation, humour and live performance.

4. KPop Demon Hunters World Tour Confirmed By Netflix

   Netflix and AEG Presents aim to bring 'KPop Demon Hunters' to life in "spectacular ways."

5. Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Are 'Messing Around' In The Studio

   “This morning, I am going to Islington to mess around in the studio,” Cave wrote on his Red Hand Files blog.

6. A Perfect Circle Add Extra Show To 2026 Australian Tour

   This December, A Perfect Circle will play a very special show at Carriageworks, following the sellout of their first Sydney show.

7. Vacations Announce New Album 'Pursuit Of Anything' Ahead Of Australian Tour

   Vacations fans will hear some new music when the band returns to Australia this July.

8. BMG Extends Longtime Relationship With Jet, Acquires Their Publishing Interests

   "BMG is honoured that Jet has placed their faith in us," said Heath Johns, BMG's President of Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia.

9. OP-ED: How Will Australia's Social Media Ban Impact Music Discovery For Young Audiences?

   As we close in on half a year of Australia's social media ban for those under 16, we're still trying to work out how it will affect their relationship with music.

10. Watch Foo Fighters Make Their Tiny Desk Concert Debut

    Foo Fighters showcased songs from their new album, 'Your Favorite Toy,' as well as a handful of classics.

11. ‘I Stay Out Of It. I Cook’: Even After 13 Years Between Albums, Coming Up With A Karnivool Setlist Remains Quite The Feat

    As Perth heroes Karnivool take their long-awaited fourth release, In Verses, across Europe for blistering shows, the five-piece are swiftly turning their attention and excitement to their forthcoming Australian tour, and even hint at a future album.

12. Live Review: Split Enz @ Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne

    As Split Enz's unexpected reunion brought them to Australia for the first time in 17 years, legions of fans turned up to ensure it was a night to remember.

13. Split Enz 'Forever Enz' Australian Tour Setlist Revealed

    Split Enz began their 'Forever Enz' reunion tour across Australia in Melbourne on Wednesday.

14. Night At The Barracks Returns With Ben Folds, Aloe Blacc, Sneaky Sound System & More

    Night At The Barracks returns to Manly for its fifth year, unveiling a line-up of local and international stars.

15. 2026 AIR Awards Nominees Revealed

    Folk Bitch Trio, Ninajirachi, RONA., and The Belair Lip Bombs received nominations in prestigious categories for this year's AIR Awards.