News from the Australian music scene, from Perth to the East Coast and in between as well as New Zealand.
As the host of MTV’s Headbangers Ball and co-owner of the world famous 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲, RIKI RACHTMAN is integral to the history of the ’80s Sunset Strip hard rock and metal scene. His One Foot In The Gutter shows across the US have […]
Melbourne three-piece Warbirds have released a video to accompany new single ‘Collider’. Warbirds who recently signed to Headstone Records, will be holding a single launch scheduled for Saturday 20th May at The Tote and will […]
Legacy Alive take a leap forward with Unbreakable, the first single and opening track from a brand-new, full-length album set for release by the end of this year. Written from the perspective of someone at […]
Celebrating its 10th year in 2023, One Electric Day returns to Werribee Park this November and music fans are in for a treat. The beloved one-day festival always sells out in minutes, and this year’s […]
An anthem for those seeking cathartic release from the crushing reality of a loved one’s suicide, ‘Refuse To Break’ is the latest hit from rising Aussie rockers Ashes of Autumn. With lyrics inspired by singer […]
Following hot on the heels of their killer DEAD END BLUES single, PALACE OF THE KING keep dropping new material and this time it’s a high energy rocker called FRIENDS IN LOW PLACES, which brings […]
EXCLUSIVE: Answered ahead of her first-ever Australian headline tour, pre-Melbourne show: Chapsticks – “I’m addicted to Chapsticks! I always have a Chapstick. If I don’t have a Chapstick, I’m not even kidding, my whole day […]
Get set for the rock’n’roll ride of your life when High Voltage takes over Fremantle this Sunday 7 May for a free celebration of music, community and the spirit of rock legend Bon Scott. High Voltage presents an amped-up […]
ARIA Award-winning, acclaimed Australian rock band You Am I, will pay homage to one of their greatest influences, The Who, as they play their legendary album Tommy, as well as a set of Who classics, […]
Zaccaria Concerts & Touring are pleased to announce that the BY THE C concert featuring ICEHOUSE, Birds of Tokyo, Eskimo Joe, and Sneaky Sound System, which was scheduled for last Saturday at Whitfords Nodes Park […]
Pop-punk polymath MAGGIE LINDEMANN is set to tour Australia for the first time next week. BAKERS EDDY will be joining her in Melbourne, while SUNBLEACHED will open Brisbane’s show and BESTIES in Sydney. With the Sydney show already sold out, there are only […]
ColourMind is a pop punk band hailing from Perth, Western Australia, blending pop punk with metal influences. The band consists of four members; Jonny Essiech, who serves as the band’s guitarist and original founding member, as […]
Today, iconic Australian musician and vocalist Ian Moss announced the release of his 8th studio, his forthcoming album, Rivers Run Dry, and the forthcoming Rivers Run Dry Tour in August through Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. Co-produced by Ian and Brent Clark, who also […]
ST. SINNER are the newest export in Australian Alt-Rock. Hailing from the nation’s Capital, the three-piece rage across the stage with a cocktail of punk, metal hard rock and dark pop influences. The name “St. Sinner” […]
“AVATAR are simply one of the best bands on the planet and also have one of the greatest stage shows you will ever see. I’m counting down the days till I get to catch them […]
TEG Live is proud to announce that one of the world’s most iconic and beloved bands, Culture Club, will return to Australia for a national Greatest Hits tour this September, featuring special guests 80’s synth […]
The Southern River Band have well-earned their reputation as the future of modern Australian Rock ‘n’ Roll. Between electrifying passion in their nationally touring live show, a 2022 W.A.M. Rock Band of the Year award, […]
Multi-platinum hard-rock heroes, EXTREME, announce their first Australian tour in 5 years to celebrate the release of their new album “Six”, and bringing their friends LIVING COLOUR to join them as they celebrate the 30th anniversary […]
Written during a hard period of Angie’s life, the latest track is a testimony to the hardships of mental health and an upbeat reminder to be gentler with yourself. Although born from a difficult chapter, […]
Honouring the patience of devoted fans all over the country, Helmet have confirmed their long-waited return to deliver the very best of their celebrated catalogue. In April 2023 Helmet will storm Australian stages delivering career […]
Last month Melbourne hard rockers Ablaze delivered their high-energy, big-riffed, beer-soaked brand of rock straight to your eagerly-awaiting eardrums via new single ‘Gasoline’, which is 2 minutes and 58 seconds of pure rock n’ roll mayhem! Listen to Gasoline […]
It’s been eight long years since Perth had its last West Coast Blues and Roots Festival so it was extra special to see such a great turnout for our very first ‘Bluesfest Perth’ in the […]
The winners of the 2023 Local Country Showcase for Gippsland Country Music Festival have been selected from more than 25 entries. Songwriter Harry Hook is Real from Sale, and duo No Promises from South Gippsland (featuring […]
Indie-folk duo Pierce Brothers today unveil their latest single and video, In The Water, a soulful and uplifting track that highlights the band’s unique sound and musical style. This new release serves as a follow-up to […]
Melbourne hard rock act Torrential Thrill have finally unleashed their brand new album “State Of Disaster“. It comes after leading in the new year with singles “High Society” and “Breathe”, bothing released with both hilarious […]
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