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1. 'It's An Album Of Transition, Grief And Anger': D'Arcy Spiller Spills Her Guts On Her Sharp, Succinct Debut

   D'Arcy Spiller's debut album is just 25 minutes long, but the now Sydney-based artist wastes no time reckoning with death, love and the weight of expectations.

2. Non-English Language Songs That Were Storming Aussie Charts Long Before Bad Bunny

   As Bad Bunny continues to dominate the charts in Australia following his shows to 90,000 punters in Sydney, we look back at past non-English language hits.

3. Primary Wave Music Officially Acquires Kobalt

   Kobalt CEO Laurent Hubert said that Primary Wave “understands” the company’s vision, so they’re “incredibly excited” for their next chapter alongside them.

4. The Kinks Respond To Moby's Allegations Of Transphobia In 'Lola’ Lyrics

   “I like their early music, but I was really taken aback at how unevolved the lyrics are," Moby said of The Kinks' 1970 single.

5. Sydney's Stonewall Hotel To Permanently Close Its Doors

   "Change is constant, and Stonewall’s story is far from over," said venue owner Craig Bell, as Stonewall looks to its sister venue.

6. Genesis Owusu To Make Cameo On 'Heartbreak High' Season Three

   The news is accompanied by the reveal of the third season's soundtrack.

7. Will The Music Festival Sector Survive Consumer Backlash After Bluesfest’s End?

   As the fallout from Bluesfest's cancellation begins to make itself apparent, what does this mean for the wider festival environment in Australia?

8. Mogwai Plot 30th Anniversary 2026 Australian Tour

   Mogwai will celebrate their 30th anniversary with three special shows along Australia's East Coast.

9. Hayku Kyah Named UNIFIED Music Group & One Of One's Ground Floor Participant

   On joining the Ground Floor program, Kyah said, “I’m super honoured to have won the One of One x UNIFIED Ground Floor Accelerator this year.”

10. Deafheaven Announce 2026 Australian Tour

    Deafheaven have locked in their biggest tour of Australia and New Zealand, taking place across July.

11. 'I'm Way Better When I Don't Think About Things': The Horrors Chat Longevity & New Music Ahead Of Their Australian Return

    As The Horrors ready a long-awaited run of Australian headline dates, founding vocalist Faris Badwan reflects on their early days, their two-decade career, and new music.

12. Open Season Reveals 2026 Line-up Featuring Mogwai, Alison Wonderland & More

    “In 2026, we’re expanding further than ever: more venues, more artists, more unexpected spaces,” said Open Season Creative Director Dave Sleswick.

13. Don McLean Celebrates 55th Anniversary Of 'American Pie' With 2026 Australian Tour

    Don McLean will celebrate 55 years of 'American Pie' with Australian fans in October.

14. Louis Tomlinson Announces 2026 Australian Tour

    After a two-year absence, Louis Tomlinson returns to Australia this October.

15. Silversun Pickups Announce First Australian Tour In 14 Years

    With support from New Zealand indie rockers Coast Arcade.