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1. Metallica @ Optus Stadium, Perth

   As the iconic juggernaut that is Metallica return to Australian shores for the first time in 12 years, the legendary metal outfit ensured the wait was more than worth it.

2. Liam Gallagher Roasts Melbourne Fan Over Flare Incident

   "You are 1 seriously f*cked up individual"

3. The Belair Lip Bombs Announce 2026 Australian Tour

   The tour announcement accompanies the release of The Belair Lip Bombs' new album, 'Again.'

4. Oasis @ Marvel Stadium, Melbourne

   This wasn’t late-era Oasis desperately trying to grasp the remaining sand in their hands and watching it slowly slip through their fingers. This was an imperious band revisiting their legacy.

5. Megadeth Confirm Metallica Cover Will Feature On Their Final Album

   “The decision to include ‘Ride The Lightning,’ a song I co-wrote with James, Lars, and Cliff, was to pay my respects to where my career first started,” said Dave Mustaine.

6. Hair The Musical @ Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne

   'Hair' was finally back in town, bursting with protest anthems, groovy energy, and a defiant celebration of love, hope, and peace.

7. Oasis Australian Tour Setlist Revealed

   Oasis delivered a set of hits, nostalgia, humour, and rock and roll on their first night in Australia.

8. ‘Wolf Creek’ Soundtrack Secures First-Ever Vinyl Release With ‘Blood-Filled’ Record

   “As much as the film is pure horror entertainment, the score helps to expose us to our fear of the unknown. What we don't know, we fear. The outback is Mick Taylor.”

9. ‘A Well-Oiled Machine’: The Belair Lip Bombs Reach New Heights Once More With ‘Again’

   As The Belair Lip Bombs release their new album, 'Again,' a highly-enviable record deal and big touring plans see them in the best position of their career.

10. Sit Or Stand? Incident At Jelly Roll Concert Sparks Debate About Concert Etiquette

    What's the etiquette for standing up when you have seats at a concert? How about phones, doof sticks, or talking during the show? We're all unsure.

11. ‘Always Room For Improvement’: Worm Girlz Are Breaking New Ground And Fostering Change With Their Debut album

    “A big part of what we have to say is just be kind to one another."

12. 'Expand Beyond Our Own Scene': Perth's Ten Cent Tiger Go International With '8 From 4'

    "Punk’s been an amazing way to connect without words," says Ten Cent Tiger's Vez Litten. "So it’s cool to spread that camaraderie beyond borders."

13. The Long Sunset Festival Cancelled Due To 'Unsafe' & 'Dangerous' Weather Conditions

    The Long Sunset was set to take place in Boonah, Queensland, from tonight until Sunday.

14. EXCLUSIVE: triple j To Find New Music Director

    Nick Findlay to shift seats in music reshuffle at the national youth broadcaster.

15. Dan Rosen Appointed Leader Of Warner Music Australasia & Southeast Asia

    Rosen said he’s “honoured” to lead the Warner Music Australasia and Southeast Asia team and reinforce the label’s commitment to Australian and New Zealand artists.