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1. Did People Always Listen To Old Music?

   Chris Dalla Riva takes us on a nostalgic journey.... through nostalgia.

2. Birdsville Big Red Bash Cancelled For 2026

   This year’s Big Red Bash was 90% sold out before organisers decided to cancel the event due to unsafe conditions.

3. 'We Actually Did That?': Byron Bay's HEADSEND On Supporting AC/DC & Tool Before Releasing Their Debut EP

   HEADSEND discuss their debut EP, supporting AC/DC and Tool, and talking Daniel Johns down from a panic attack.

4. Up Here For Thinking: Behind Bluey’s Classical Treatment

   Joff Bush is the architect behind one of the most recognisable theme songs in kids TV, but the arrival of the fourth 'Bluey' album in full orchestral format brought both rewards and challenges.

5. Alex Warren Confirms Third & Final Shows In Two Cities On 2026 Australian Tour

   Alex Warren will now perform thirteen arena shows across Australia and New Zealand this year.

6. EXCLUSIVE: GYRO.Group Opening First Latin American Office In Brazil

   By launching an office on the ground, GYRO.Group is entering the Latin American music market.

7. Sunday Lemonade Sign With Ambition Music

   "Far out, this year has been huge, and it’s only March!" Sunday Lemonade commented.

8. OFF GRID: Documenting The Best Of Underground Hip Hop

   We sat down with filmmaker Callan Reynolds to find out more about his travelling documentary series, OFF GRID, which explores underground hip hop culture, city by city.

9. Blacken Open Air Festival & The Black Wreath Record Label In Danger Of Shutting Down: 'We Are At A Crossroads'

   “Our goal is to save The Black Wreath HQ and deliver Blacken Open Air... We need to keep it accessible for the future of music in Central Australia.”

10. GALLERY: Wu-Tang Clan @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre

    The highlights from Wu-Tang Clan’s headline show at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

11. TISM Unveil Support Acts For One-Off Melbourne Show

    TISM have also revealed that the international theatrical debut of their 2024 'Death To Art' show at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl will air at PICA.

12. Korn's 'Freak On A Leash' Goes Viral Thanks To Zara Larsson TikTok Dance

    The BPM of the breakdown in Korn's 'Freak On A Leash' lines up perfectly with the dance for Zara Larsson's 'Lush Life,' fans on TikTok have declared.

13. First International Guests Announced For BIGSOUND 2026

    BIGSOUND returns to the Fortitude Valley for its 25th edition this September.

14. Hot Milk On Touring Australia & Refusing To Sell Out: 'We’re Never Complacent'

    Ahead of their upcoming headline tour of Australia, the Manchester duo discuss their fiery relationship and their dynamic music.

15. CYRIL Joins Fortnite With 'There She Goes' Emote

    CYRIL joins fellow homegrown talents The Kid LAROI, Tones And I, and Dom Dolla on Fortnite.