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1. Brisbane Reclink Community Cup 2025 Line-up Revealed

   Brisbane musos and media will play a match of footy against each other once again for charity.

2. Warner Music Group To Reduce $170 Million In Annual Costs Through ‘Headcount Rightsizing’

   Warner Music Group globally reported revenue increases of 6.44% in 2024, reaching $6.42 billion.

3. How To Choose Your First Vinyl Record Player

   We help you navigate the crazy world of turntables and hi-fi. Decode the jargon and drop the needle on the record.

4. John Farnham Is Officially A Grandfather

   "We are over the moon about the arrival of this perfectly beautiful little boy," John and Jill Farnham said.

5. Boom Crash Opera Announce 40th Anniversary Australian Tour

   Dubbed the “Hands Up In The Air – The Singles Tour,” fans will get to experience Boom Crash Opera at their thrilling best.

6. Cold Chisel To Celebrate 50th Anniversary Tour With Live Album, Vinyl, DVD

   Cold Chisel sold over 250,000 tickets on their The Big Five-0 anniversary tour last year.

7. Oasis: Extra Tickets Released For Live '25 Australian Tour

   Oasis will play five massive shows in Australia this October and November.

8. Final Program For Regional And Remote Music Summit Unveiled

   The important program will feature appearances from members of Lime Cordiale, Ben Lee, and more.

9. Emily Copeland To Depart ABC As Music Restructure Confirmed

   “Thank you to Emily for her energy, dedication and passion for Australian music."

10. A Short Timeline Of Australia’s Music Channels… And A Look At Its New Player, Nightlife Music

    The Music explores the history of music channels on Australian televisions with the emergence of a new 'Australian Made' channel debuting on Foxtel today.

11. Ending Complicity: Why Musicians Are Boycotting Events

    “Artists have power when we move together, and this moment has shown how essential that solidarity can be,” said Australian artist and label owner Andy Garvey last month.

12. Charli XCX Responds To Criticism Of Her Glastonbury Set: 'The Most Boring Take Ever'

    The British star took to social media and said, "really enjoying these boomer vibe comments on my glastonbury performance."

13. Crossfaith Announce Hiatus Following Allegations Of Guitarist's 'Inappropriate Communication' With Underage Fan

    "Crossfaith has made the decision to suspend all activities for the foreseeable future," the band shared.

14. Foo Fighters Drop Minor Threat Cover

    Foo Fighters' version of 'I Don't Wanna Hear It' has just been uploaded to YouTube.

15. New Band The Velvet Sundown With Over 550,000 Monthly Listeners Allegedly A Product Of AI

    The alleged AI band have released two albums in two weeks, and a third is apparently on the way.