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Double J Welcomes New 'Friday Mornings' Host Following Zan Rowe Departure

Double J Welcomes New 'Friday Mornings' Host Following Zan Rowe Departure

Acclaimed DJ, curator, and radio presenter Tom Ravenscroft has joined Double J to take on hosting duties of Friday Mornings following the departure of Zan Rowe. With over three decades spent deep in…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 4, 2026
Double J Welcomes New 'Friday Mornings' Host Following Zan Rowe Departure

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Double J Welcomes New 'Friday Mornings' Host Following Zan Rowe Departure

Acclaimed DJ, curator, and radio presenter Tom Ravenscroft has joined Double J to take on hosting duties of Friday Mornings following the departure of Zan Rowe. With over three decades spent deep in…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 4, 2026
Global Music Rights Leaders to Gather in Australia for CISAC Meeting

Global Music Rights Leaders to Gather in Australia for CISAC Meeting

The International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) is convening its Board of Directors in Australia for the first time in 25 years, to celebrate 100 years of protecting…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 4, 2026
Global Music Rights Leaders to Gather in Australia for CISAC Meeting

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Global Music Rights Leaders to Gather in Australia for CISAC Meeting

The International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) is convening its Board of Directors in Australia for the first time in 25 years, to celebrate 100 years of protecting…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 4, 2026
US Government Opens Landmark Antitrust Case Against Live Nation

US Government Opens Landmark Antitrust Case Against Live Nation

The US Department of Justice’s antitrust trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster commenced in federal court this week, seeking to determine whether the live music giant has unlawfully maintained…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 4, 2026
US Government Opens Landmark Antitrust Case Against Live Nation

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US Government Opens Landmark Antitrust Case Against Live Nation

The US Department of Justice’s antitrust trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster commenced in federal court this week, seeking to determine whether the live music giant has unlawfully maintained…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 4, 2026
'A Starting Point': Bad Bunny Opens Door for More Latin Tours

'A Starting Point': Bad Bunny Opens Door for More Latin Tours

The scale of Bad Bunny’s Australian debut is prompting promoters to reassess the country’s appetite for non-English-language tours. Across two nights at Sydney’s ENGIE Stadium, close to 90,000 fans…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 3, 2026
'A Starting Point': Bad Bunny Opens Door for More Latin Tours

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'A Starting Point': Bad Bunny Opens Door for More Latin Tours

The scale of Bad Bunny’s Australian debut is prompting promoters to reassess the country’s appetite for non-English-language tours. Across two nights at Sydney’s ENGIE Stadium, close to 90,000 fans…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 3, 2026
Tina Arena and Ngaiire Reimagine Sia’s ‘Unstoppable’ to Celebrate Australian Blood Donors

Tina Arena and Ngaiire Reimagine Sia’s ‘Unstoppable’ to Celebrate Australian Blood Donors

Beloved Australian artists Tina Arena and Ngaiire have joined forces to release a reimagined version of Sia's hit song "Unstoppable", to highlight the impact of Australian blood donors in partnership…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 3, 2026
Tina Arena and Ngaiire Reimagine Sia’s ‘Unstoppable’ to Celebrate Australian Blood Donors

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Tina Arena and Ngaiire Reimagine Sia’s ‘Unstoppable’ to Celebrate Australian Blood Donors

Beloved Australian artists Tina Arena and Ngaiire have joined forces to release a reimagined version of Sia's hit song "Unstoppable", to highlight the impact of Australian blood donors in partnership…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 3, 2026
Keli Holiday Expands 'Capital Fiction' Tour with Regional Dates

Keli Holiday Expands 'Capital Fiction' Tour with Regional Dates

Keli Holiday is hitting the road once again, announcing a fresh run of regional Australian dates in support of his new album, Capital Fiction. From April through to June, he'll travel through…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 3, 2026
Keli Holiday Expands 'Capital Fiction' Tour with Regional Dates

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Keli Holiday Expands 'Capital Fiction' Tour with Regional Dates

Keli Holiday is hitting the road once again, announcing a fresh run of regional Australian dates in support of his new album, Capital Fiction. From April through to June, he'll travel through…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 3, 2026
Vinyl Group to Acquire Val Morgan Digital

Vinyl Group to Acquire Val Morgan Digital

Vinyl Group has struck a $10.5 million deal to acquire Val Morgan Digital, a subsidiary of the HOYTS Group, in a move set to significantly expand the scale and commercial reach of its publishing arm,…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 2, 2026
Vinyl Group to Acquire Val Morgan Digital

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Vinyl Group to Acquire Val Morgan Digital

Vinyl Group has struck a $10.5 million deal to acquire Val Morgan Digital, a subsidiary of the HOYTS Group, in a move set to significantly expand the scale and commercial reach of its publishing arm,…

By Lauren McNamara - Mar 2, 2026
Rolling Loud Australia Cancellation Dispute Escalates as Local Promoter Responds

Rolling Loud Australia Cancellation Dispute Escalates as Local Promoter Responds

After organisers blamed them for the cancellation of Rolling Loud Australia, local promoters Primuse Entertainment have hit back. On Friday, organisers confirmed the Sydney and Melbourne shows set…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 28, 2026
Rolling Loud Australia Cancellation Dispute Escalates as Local Promoter Responds

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Rolling Loud Australia Cancellation Dispute Escalates as Local Promoter Responds

After organisers blamed them for the cancellation of Rolling Loud Australia, local promoters Primuse Entertainment have hit back. On Friday, organisers confirmed the Sydney and Melbourne shows set…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 28, 2026
'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

A mid-show interruption caused a brief but memorable exchange between Bernard Fanning and a heckler at his tour opener in Sydney. The Powderfinger frontman regularly speaks with his audiences, and…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

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'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

A mid-show interruption caused a brief but memorable exchange between Bernard Fanning and a heckler at his tour opener in Sydney. The Powderfinger frontman regularly speaks with his audiences, and…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

The Rolling Stones have denied approving the use of their song “Gimme Shelter” in the upcoming Melania documentary, pushing back on claims that Mick Jagger personally supported its inclusion. Per…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

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The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

The Rolling Stones have denied approving the use of their song “Gimme Shelter” in the upcoming Melania documentary, pushing back on claims that Mick Jagger personally supported its inclusion. Per…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

ABC Country has revealed the new host of Saturday Night Country, following the departure of Beccy Cole. Singer-songwriter Melody Moko will join the network as the new host, with her first program…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

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ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

ABC Country has revealed the new host of Saturday Night Country, following the departure of Beccy Cole. Singer-songwriter Melody Moko will join the network as the new host, with her first program…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

After being named honorary co-Mayor of Ipswich earlier this week, Ed Sheeran has now received another Australian tribute. A new mural has been revealed at Marvel Stadium, celebrating his three…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

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Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

After being named honorary co-Mayor of Ipswich earlier this week, Ed Sheeran has now received another Australian tribute. A new mural has been revealed at Marvel Stadium, celebrating his three…

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
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