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1. Paul Kelly Thrives As Australia's Iconic, Resolute Storyteller On 'Seventy'

   "I wouldn't really be that much good in someone else's band," says Kelly. "I'm a pretty basic guitar player, very basic piano player, but I've got a knack for making up melodies."

2. Beddy Rays Cover A Song That Shouldn't Be Touched... And It's A Roaring Success

   Beddy Rays showed some love for Cold Chisel's classic, 'Khe Sanh,' for triple j's Like A Version this morning.

3. Charli XCX Shares Teaser For New Song In 'Wuthering Heights' Reboot

   In a surprise collaboration, the 'Brat' star has teamed up with The Velvet Underground's John Cale for 'House.'

4. Miss World Chile Brings Metal To The Pageant

   Fernández stunned the judges and audience alike, receiving a standing ovation.

5. Journey Announce 2026 Farewell Tour

   "This tour is both a thank you and the beginning of what’s next," said Journey founding member and lead guitarist Neal Schon.

6. 'It's Never Gotten Old To Us': Over 15 Years In, Miami Horror Are Still Nostalgic For Right Now

   “We always get messages, even now, that people who loved us back in the day are coming out and seeing us for the first time."

7. Win A Double Pass To The Beatles Anthology Series Exclusive Preview

   Enter now for your chance to win a double pass to the exclusive preview of The Beatles Anthology series!

8. ‘It’s Different This Time Around’: Hatchie Resets And Revitalises For New Album, ‘Liquorice’

   “I wrote this album while living my life, rather than putting my life on hold to do the album," Hatchie says of life's changing priorities.

9. Manifesting & Joking On Tour With Pearl Jam: Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers Embrace Their ‘GLORY’ Era

   With the release of their new album 'GLORY,' Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers open up about touring with Pearl Jam, Laneway Festival, and manifesting their dreams coming true.

10. John Butler Does 'Enter Sandman' After Metallica Teased 'Zebra' Cover

    "It’s taken me a minute to pull my sh*t together after Metallica covered my song 'Zebra' last weekend..."

11. Reuben Kaye @ QPAC, Brisbane

    In the Concert Hall’s 43 years of existence, we dare say it has never seen a show even close to enGORGEd.

12. BASSINTHEGRASS Unveils 2026 Festival Line-up

    “BASSINTHEGRASS showcases Darwin at its very best. The line-up we have for the 2026 festival rivals any music festival in the country.”

13. Ninajirachi Wins 2025 SoundMerch Australian Music Prize

    "To sincerely contribute to the awesome story of Australian music was one of my highest hopes," Ninajirachi says of her prestigious win.

14. Adelaide's Sidebyside Festival To Debut Time-Based Ticketing System For 2026 Event

    The two-tier ticketing system looks to support emerging acts, while offering attendees a more affordable entry price.

15. RÜFÜS DU SOL Announce Exclusive Australian DJ Set

    RÜFÜS DU SOL's Australian homecoming has just gotten bigger with a special DJ set at Melbourne's Wool Store.