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Pantera is regarded as one of the greatest metal bands of all time. The uncompromising quartet of singer Philip Anselmo, guitarist Dimebag Darrell, his brother, drummer Vinnie Paul and bassist Rex Brown quickly rose to […]
Take That have today announced their return down under with a huge live tour set for October and November 2024. Take That’s This Life On Tour will see the trio – Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald – take in seven dates across Australia and New Zealand, visiting a […]
A timeless indie rap-rock band with hit music spanning two decades, MG Live and Frontier Touring are excited to welcome Gym Class Heroes back to Australia and New Zealand for a series of headline shows this March. […]
Australian heavy vanguards Northlane have announced their new EP, Mirror’s Edge, out April 12 (Independent). Alongside news comes the colossal new single, “Miasma” featuring Winston McCall from Parkway Drive. “Miasma” is a throwback to Northlane’s […]
Tasmanian alternative rock band LUCA BRASI today announce their album tour, ‘THE WORLD DON’T OWE YOU ANYTHING’, for May this year. Kicking off at The Baso in Canberra, the band of mates will head to Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, […]
Not every rebellion gestates in darkness. As one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century, SKILLET continue to rebel against conventions, doubts, expectations, and rules with the intent to uplift in light. SKILLET […]
With more than 1.9 billion global streams to his name, US-singer and songwriter Benson Boone is set for a remarkable year. Frontier Touring is pleased to announce the return of the ‘In The Stars’ rising star – who’ll perform four intimate […]
Good tunes and great times are forecast for April and May this year. Groovin the Moo (GTM) is mere months away and it’s looking udderly mooorvellous. Whether you’re a first timer, or have multiple GTMs […]
After selling out their Melbourne show, indie rock band THE BETHS have today announced a second Melbourne show for their headline tour in March this year. The new show will take place on Wednesday 6 March at […]
2024 is already shaping up to be a banner year for Jesse Dayton, who released “Night Brain” — his blues-rock follow-up to last month’s “Baby’s Long Gone” — on January 23. Released as both a […]
Starting a brand new year rejuvenated and ready to return to Australian stages, The Church have announced an exclusive headline show for Brisbane fans this March. Accompanying their already announced show in Tamworth as part […]
For San Diego’s Thee Sacred Souls, the first time is often the charm. The band’s first club dates led to a record deal with the revered Daptone label; their first singles racked up more than ten million streams […]
Shannon & The Clams are set to release their most personal — and game-changing — album to date: entitled The Moon Is In The Wrong Place, the record — which was produced by longtime collaborator […]
On Thursday, January 25, 2024, the Blues Foundation announced the nominees for the 45th Annual Blues Music Awards. Alligator Records artists received an astounding 27 nominations. Leading all artists with seven nominations is Chicago’s Nick […]
Who needs candy or flowers, when you can give the gift of music to your better half with a red-hot limited-edition vinyl from FOREIGNER. The band continues its epic two-year farewell tour with Las Vegas residences […]
Charcoal Grace is the 6th studio album from Caligula’s Horse, and it combines raw rock power with immense emotional depth. Charcoal Grace is borne of the static hopelessness that the pandemic forced upon the band […]
Sydney based Alternative Rockers Social Strangers have released their incendiary new single called ‘I’m The One’, which premiered exclusively via The Rockpit. The band have also announced that they will be playing a launch show […]
JamArt Sound Lounge JSL presents the inaugural Kalbarri Open Air Festival, featuring a mouth-watering taste of original Western Australian bands playing Rock, Punk, Metal, Indie, Prog and more. Set in one of WA’s iconic beachside […]
“Get ready to rock” is often said, but this time it’s fitting as the legendary hard rock powerhouse, RILEY’s L.A. GUNS, releases their highly anticipated album, The Dark Horse, courtesy of Golden Robot Records. After dominating the music scene […]
Complimenting an already incredible line-up is Adelaide’s technical melodic death metal act FREEDOM OF FEAR. Since launching their debut album Nocturnal Gates in 2019, this highly talented five piece have earned their reputation as one of […]
KNOTFEST, the music and counterculture experience destination festival is returning to Australia in March 2024. We are thrilled to announce the headline sideshows from some of the artists on the huge festival line up. This is the […]
Brace yourself for the sonic revolution as Self Deception, unveils their latest sensation, “Matthew McConaughey.” This electrifying rock anthem isn’t just a song; it’s a bold step into uncharted musical territory, teasing fans with a […]
Nashville-based singer/songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. has announced his debut headline tour with a run of acoustic dates this spring and summer. Within hours of being on sale, shows in New York City, Birmingham, Louisville, and […]
Tuscan, Arizona’s favourite sons, CALEXICO, will perform a very special show at Lorne’s exquisite Art Deco theatre located along the iconic Great Ocean Road, Surf Coast Victoria. Established in 1937, the Lorne Theatre has been […]
Nothing But Thieves have shared their energetic and anthemic new single Oh No :: He Said What? alongside the announcement of a Deluxe version of their #1 UK album Dead Club City released on 15th […]
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