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1. Foo Fighters’ Launceston One-Off Has Tasmania Eying More International Tours

   The Foo Fighters' debut concert in Launceston was a major success for the Tasmanian city, with more big names hopefully set to descend upon the Apple Isle in the future.

2. Double Dipping: The Strange Occurrence Of Repeated Songs In Setlists

   When it comes to the rare experience of artists playing the same song multiple times on the same night, we need to ask: can too much of a good thing become a bad thing?

3. Frenzal Rhomb To Reunite With Original Guitarist For One-Off 'D*ck Sandwich' Performance

   "In a power move that will impress about 27 people worldwide," Frenzal Rhomb have some surprises in store ahead of next month's Schooner Or Later Sydney Harbour Cruise.

4. 'I Really Dig Your Band': Spooky Eyes Share Handwritten Note From Dave Grohl

   Spooky Eyes opened for Foo Fighters at their one-off Tasmanian show over the weekend.

5. KPop Demon Hunters Star Audrey Nuna Confirms Exclusive Perth Show

   Nuna will perform live at the Opening Ceremony of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup at Perth Stadium.

6. Pauline Hanson & Holly Valance Collab Tops Australian Apple Music iTunes Chart

   The single was released to promote Pauline Hanson’s newly released self-promotional film, 'A Super Progressive Movie.'

7. Hoodoo Gurus Denounce One Nation Playing Their Music

   "Don’t play our music, don’t listen to our band, do not pass go," Hoodoo Gurus said in a passionate statement against the Pauline Hanson-led political party.

8. Live Review: Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds @ RNA Showgrounds, Brisbane

   "There are gigs, and then there are Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds gigs – experiences that feel less like music shows and more like something ceremonial."

9. Bluey To Release Orchestral Album In 2026

   “This is our most ambitious album yet - something we’ve dreamed of making for a long time,” said Joff Bush.

10. Win A Double Pass to Mumford & Sons 'Prizefighter' Tour

    Enter now for your chance to win a double pass to see Mumford & Sons perform live in Brisbane!

11. Enter Shikari Announce 2026 Australian Tour

    Enter Shikari return for their largest headline tour in Australia to date.

12. EXCLUSIVE: Good Intent Adds Two NSW Venues To Its Booking Roster

    "It’s going to be a complete game-changer for the Sydney live music scene," said Good Intent’s Venue Bookings Director, Nick Moran.

13. 'A True Honour': APRA Reveals 100th Anniversary Celebrations

    “This centenary isn’t just about looking back – it’s about celebrating the enduring value of songwriting to our culture, identity and our two nations.”

14. Karnivool Announce Acoustic Album Launch Shows, Drop New Single

    Karnivool will perform short acoustic sets of new and classic songs at the launch events, plus meet with fans, sign records, and more.

15. Power Pick 26/01/26: Peach PRC - 'Back To You'

    This week's The Music Power Pick revealed.