Reviews of live concert performances and events with full photo galleries.
On this humid, balmy Melbourne Thursday night I was about to enter into a musical domain that isn’t completely in my comfort zone, but I’m keen to step outside in the name of live music. […]
I cannot begin to tell you what a fun show this was and what a perfect pairing Alkaline Trio and Dropkick Murphy’s are. There was such an energy in the room, and I can confirm […]
Finishing up a 9 date whirl wind national tour ‘Band of the Long Weekend Tour’ Me First and the Gimme Gimmes are supported by Dwarves The self proclaimed ‘last punk band’ Dwarves have been kicking […]
Now this was a Rock N Roll show !!! Make no mistakes about it. What a night !!! Kicking things off tonight were Large Mirage from The Blue Mountains in Sydney. This young dynamic quartet […]
The atmosphere at Marvel Stadium was electric on this mid thirty degree day. Melbourne you turned the weather on for this show. Unfortunately I didn’t get to catch the Cosmic Psychos do their thing but […]
Live music at its very best can be an almost spiritual experience. Music can sooth all ills, music can bring joy, heal a broken heart and lift you above the daily grind. Music can […]
Set against a backdrop of long abandoned heritage industrial buildings, Ma and Pa Adelaide live music trailblazers Disruptive productions put on their 4th instalment of Froth & Fury Fest– a music festival dedicated to all […]
Local Melbourne punk rockers Press Club delivered a warm and energetic set to start tonight off. I personally hadn’t seen the band before but had heard great things about the band live and tonight any […]
With this being one of our live shows of the year and being given the opportunity to cover the St Kilda show, we thought why not. Take it away Andrew Slaidins… The Palais Theatre in […]
Its not often we get the chance to witness a special night at in intimate setting with one of Australia’s greatest songwriters, but when it happens it really is quite magical. And I’m sure I […]
It was another unforgettable night of rock ‘n’ roll as two legendary bands from the heavy metal scene took the stage at The Fillmore. What made this show particularly special was the pairing of Armored Saint and WASP, […]
Tonight sees the opening night of the Australian leg of Hozier’s (rather extensive!) ‘Unreal Unearth’ Tour after first kicking off in the USA & Europe in 2023 in celebration of the tour’s titular album. An […]
I had time to contemplate my Northern European heritage as I had fought for an early car park at red Hill auditorium. I often feel a disconnect from my roots and a need for ceremony, […]
Coldplay returned to Australia for the second time in twelve months. The last time was only for one show in Perth Western Australia. That show was no doubt the precursor for this tour. What a […]
Last night was one of those rare concert experiences that stick with you for a lifetime. Having attended concerts for nearly 50 years, I’ve seen a spectrum of opening acts—some outstanding, others lackluster. As I […]
Perth fans flocked to Sandalford’s winery over two amazing days, as Cold Chisel flew in to celebrate their 50th anniversary in style, bringing with them a host of top artists to make sure it was […]
What do you get when you combine two of this country’s finest singers, lock them into some of Australia’s top class venues and then to top it off, add a collection of supreme musicians into […]
Musicland in Fawkner Victoria is the perfect venue for live music, with its large stage and floor area, upstairs balcony viewing level and a great sound system. Tonight’s gig was a sell out, so the […]
It was 2016 the last time Kim Wilde played to a Perth audience on this very stage, and you got the feeling tonight that a few of them had been counting down the days until […]
Electric Eye Heavy Fest made its debut in the Perth metal scene as a festival to be reckoned with, only last year in 2023. Presented by metal photographer and music lover JV Photo & Film, […]
The Fabulous Caprettos, that band of musical renegades joined together with the aim of creating a night of incredible entertainment and hit songs, rolled into Perth for the first of two nights. Leaving their spiritual […]
Glam Metal Rock has landed in Perth! Dig out your best back combs, hairspray & sweat bands! Opening to the sounds of Gene Wilders ‘Pure Imagination’, John 5 takes the stage accompanied by drummer Alex […]
Opening band The Script reminds me of those horribly boring bands from the 1980s like U2 and others that just stand there. I am not saying their songs are bad or that they are not […]
Tonight was the eagerly awaited launch of Shotgun Mistress‘s album and tour of the same name – ‘Kings of the Revolution’, with three special guest performances by The Need, Bottle of Smoke and Audio Reign. […]
Tonight, at the Cherry Bar in Melbourne is the launch of Dracorex’s new single “Fucken Wild” with special guests Dreamworm and Gypsy Company. Opening act Gypsy Company stepped in last minute to cover for Devil […]
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