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1. Metallica’s James Hetfield Proposes To His Girlfriend Underwater

   "In a sea full of fish, we caught each other," wrote Hetfield's soon-to-be wife, Adriana Gillett.

2. When The Music Stops: What Happens When A Festival Goes Into Liquidation

   A guide for artists, industry workers, and ticketholders in the wake of Bluesfest 2026

3. Live Review: GoldFord @ Metro Theatre, Sydney

   Despite this being the band’s first outing Down Under, it quickly became apparent that GoldFord had already cultivated a loyal following in Sydney.

4. Live Review: Cut Copy, Todd Terje, CC:DISCO!, Crazy P, Colette @ Live At The Gardens, Melbourne

   The set is a masterclass in re-contexualising Cut Copy's past, while showcasing the strength of their new music.

5. Venues: Moves For New Arenas & SEPs, Liquidations Galore, Venue Ownership Options, Kylie’s $3m Gig, Job Moves & More

   The latest venues round-up has all the vital information on Australia's live scene, from new grants, new plans, new jobs, and more.

6. Motörhead's Phil Campbell Passes Away, Aged 64

   Campbell died following “a complex, major operation.”

7. Melanie C Reveals 2026 Australian Tour Dates

   Melanie C returns to Australia this November, playing shows in support of her forthcoming album, 'Sweat.'

8. Alex Warren Announces 2026 Australian Tour

   The 'Ordinary' hitmaker has locked in a tour of Australia and New Zealand that's anything but.

9. A Perfect Circle Plot 2026 Australian Tour Dates

   Maynard James Keenan will be pulling double duty when another of his projects, Puscifer, opens all Australian and New Zealand shows.

10. James Marriott Postpones 2026 Australian Tour

    "Please know this isn’t a cancellation; the team are working on rescheduling the tour," Marriott informed fans.

11. GALLERY: Peach PRC @ AEC Theatre, Adelaide

    The highlights from Peach PRC’s headline show at Adelaide’s AEC Theatre.

12. How To Get A Refund For Your Bluesfest Ticket

    You will likely require some patience, but there is a way to get your money back if you were planning on attending Bluesfest 2026.

13. Bluesfest: A Historical Music Legacy

    In the wake of Bluesfest's collapse, we look back at the musical legacy of one of Australia's greatest ever festivals.

14. Bluesfest Enters Liquidation, Reportedly Owing More Than $23m To Ticketholders

    In the wake of Bluesfest's 2026 event being cancelled, a liquidator has now been appointed to manage their financial obligations.

15. David Gilmour's 'Black Strat' Officially The Most Expensive Guitar Ever Sold

    Gilmour played the guitar on classic Pink Floyd records such as 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' and 'The Wall.'