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1. Police Called To Yungblud Gallery Exhibition Due To Massive Crowds

   "That got a bit fuckin’ hectic, didn’t it?" Yungblud told fans on social media. "The cops said we had to move on because it was just getting fucking mad."

2. Froth & Fury Gambles On The Forgotten Cities

   On paper, starting a festival during a pandemic and only catering to the notoriously skipped over state sounds like a recipe for failure. However, Froth & Fury have defied the odds.

3. Bluesfest Announce 'Biggest Site Upgrades Yet' For 2026 Event

   “We’re committed to making Bluesfest 2026 our most comfortable, accessible and enjoyable festival yet," said organisers.

4. Chase Atlantic Announce London Concert Film, 'Lost In Heaven'

   “We made this film for the fans who have been with us from the start," Chase Atlantic say. "And we hope a lot of new people join the ride when they see this on the big screen.”

5. 'MTV Rewind' Launches To Recreate The Glory Days of MTV

   As one chapter of MTV closes, another begins, with MTV Rewind allowing viewers to relive the glory days of the iconic music network.

6. ‘I Have To Go Rogue Every Single Time’: Peach PRC Reflects On The Past As She Steps Into Her New Era

   As Peach PRC readies herself to launch a national tour and unleash her debut album, the pop icon is cementing a status as one of the country's most open and genuine acts.

7. Foo Fighters' Pat Smear To Miss Australian Show Following 'Bizarre Gardening Accident'

   "We’ll miss our beloved Pat as much as you will, but we want him fully healed and back on his feet as soon as possible."

8. The Lumineers' Wesley Schultz On Touring Australia, Grief, And Setting A Folk Rock Trend

   Ahead of The Lumineers' first Aussie shows since 2022, co-founder Wesley Schultz reflects on the band's history of local tours, the power of music in the face of grief, and the younger artists following in their footsteps.

9. From Koalas To Bindi Irwin, The Rasmus Share Their Ideal Must-See Aussie Icons

   As Finnish rockers The Rasmus ready their debut Aussie tour, vocalist Lauri Ylönen reflects on the iconic Aussie aspects he's keen to experience while on our shores.

10. ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons Confirms He Turned Down $1 Million Offer To Shave His Beard

    Gibbons reflected on how he and bandmate Dusty Hill were offered $1 million each to shave as part of an ad campaign.

11. Perth's RAC Arena Named Australia’s Best Indoor Arena For Third Consecutive Year

    “Being named Australia’s Best Indoor Arena through public voting for the third year in a row is incredibly humbling,” said RAC Arena General Manager, Michael Scott.

12. Ziggy Alberts Inks Global Publishing Deal With Warner Chappell Music

    “Ziggy Alberts is one of Australia’s most captivating songwriters, and I’m thrilled to welcome him to Warner Chappell Music,” says Warner Chappell Music Australasia President Dan Rosen.

13. Save The Date: Record Store Day Locks In 2026 Event

    Local artists and labels are once again being given the chance to release their own music as part of the Record Store Day festivities.

14. The Belair Lip Bombs, MAY-A & More Lead Supports For AO Live 2026 Concert Series

    "The AO LIVE line-up is locked, the nights are stacked, and THIS is what summer sounds like."

15. Since They Left Us: 30 Australian Acts Who Took Over A Decade To Follow Up An Album

    Not every band can be as prolific as King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, with many iconic artists taking a long time to deliver what your ears have waited years for.