Logo the music network
Logo Vinyl Media

Our Sites

Logo Rolling StoneLogo VarietyLogo MediaweekLogo The Music NetworkLogo Tone DeafLogo BragLogo Concrete PlaygroundLogo Refinery29

Network Partners

Art NewsBGRBillboardCrunchyrollDeadlineDeadlineEnthusiast gamingFootwear newsFunimationGamelancerGoldderbyHypebeastIndiewireKidoodlelifewithoutandysheknowssourcingjournalsporticospystylecasterhollywoodreportertoongogglestvlinevibe

Lauren McNamara

Joined 2025380 posts
LM

Latest stories

Music Legends Gather to Attend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's Funeral

Music Legends Gather to Attend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's Funeral

Countless music and sport figures turned out in Manchester on Monday to say a heartfelt farewell to Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, the celebrated bassist best known for his work with the Stone Roses and…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Music Legends Gather to Attend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's Funeral

News

Music Legends Gather to Attend Gary 'Mani' Mounfield's Funeral

Countless music and sport figures turned out in Manchester on Monday to say a heartfelt farewell to Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, the celebrated bassist best known for his work with the Stone Roses and…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Lady Gaga Immortalising 'Harlequin' Live Performance With Concert Film

Lady Gaga Immortalising 'Harlequin' Live Performance With Concert Film

Lady Gaga is unwrapping a surprise for fans this festive season, announcing the release of Lady Gaga in Harlequin Live: One Night Only, a concert film capturing an intimate, one-off performance of…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Lady Gaga Immortalising 'Harlequin' Live Performance With Concert Film

News

Lady Gaga Immortalising 'Harlequin' Live Performance With Concert Film

Lady Gaga is unwrapping a surprise for fans this festive season, announcing the release of Lady Gaga in Harlequin Live: One Night Only, a concert film capturing an intimate, one-off performance of…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

Matthew Duckworth Kirksey, drummer of the Flaming Lips, has addressed the departure of his longtime band mate Steven Drozd, who revealed his exit last week. Speculation around Drozd’s status surfaced…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

News

Flaming Lips’ Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Breaks Silence on Steven Drozd Exit

Matthew Duckworth Kirksey, drummer of the Flaming Lips, has addressed the departure of his longtime band mate Steven Drozd, who revealed his exit last week. Speculation around Drozd’s status surfaced…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
'The Need Had Been There for a While': Inside Support Act and Live Nation's Tour Mental Health Initiative

'The Need Had Been There for a While': Inside Support Act and Live Nation's Tour Mental Health Initiative

When it comes to life on the road, the glitz of arena lights and roaring crowds often overshadows the realities backstage. Long hours, relentless travel, and the pressures of production can take a…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
'The Need Had Been There for a While': Inside Support Act and Live Nation's Tour Mental Health Initiative

Features

'The Need Had Been There for a While': Inside Support Act and Live Nation's Tour Mental Health Initiative

When it comes to life on the road, the glitz of arena lights and roaring crowds often overshadows the realities backstage. Long hours, relentless travel, and the pressures of production can take a…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 23, 2025
Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

Untitled Group has confirmed over 40,000 people attended Dom Dolla's show at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on Saturday night (December 20th), marking a major moment for Australian electronic music. His…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

News

Dom Dolla Draws 40,000 Fans to Landmark Stadium Show

Untitled Group has confirmed over 40,000 people attended Dom Dolla's show at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on Saturday night (December 20th), marking a major moment for Australian electronic music. His…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

Last night's episode of the ABC's Spicks and Specks featured Thornhill frontman Jacob Charlton, who brought a dose of heavy music credibility to the panel show. Known for his visceral performances…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

News

Jacob Charlton Brings Metal Muscle to ABC's 'Spicks and Specks'

Last night's episode of the ABC's Spicks and Specks featured Thornhill frontman Jacob Charlton, who brought a dose of heavy music credibility to the panel show. Known for his visceral performances…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 22, 2025
ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

ARIA has welcomed the Productivity Commission's final report on copyright and AI licensing, which confirmed there is no current justification for changes to Australia’s copyright laws. In its final…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

News

ARIA Backs Productivity Commission Ruling on Copyright and AI Licensing

ARIA has welcomed the Productivity Commission's final report on copyright and AI licensing, which confirmed there is no current justification for changes to Australia’s copyright laws. In its final…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

Naarm/Melbourne-based pop star Robert Baxter has signed to the Our Golden Friend management roster. Baxter is a non-binary Taiwanese/Australian pop artist, model and influencer. Drawing on a rich…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

News

Up-And-Coming Pop Artist Robert Baxter Signs With Our Golden Friend

Naarm/Melbourne-based pop star Robert Baxter has signed to the Our Golden Friend management roster. Baxter is a non-binary Taiwanese/Australian pop artist, model and influencer. Drawing on a rich…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman’s role in the Neil Diamond-inspired Song Sung Blue is among the headline nominations at the 2026 AACTA International Awards, which were unveiled today and celebrate a standout year in…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

News

Hugh Jackman Scores AACTA Nomination for Neil Diamond-Inspired 'Song Sung Blue'

Hugh Jackman’s role in the Neil Diamond-inspired Song Sung Blue is among the headline nominations at the 2026 AACTA International Awards, which were unveiled today and celebrate a standout year in…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 19, 2025
Bondi Beach New Year's Eve Festival Cancelled

Bondi Beach New Year's Eve Festival Cancelled

A planned New Year's Eve festival at Bondi Beach has been cancelled, in the wake of the mass shooting terror attack on Sunday where 16 people died. In a statement shared by the promoter, Fuzzy said…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 18, 2025
Bondi Beach New Year's Eve Festival Cancelled

News

Bondi Beach New Year's Eve Festival Cancelled

A planned New Year's Eve festival at Bondi Beach has been cancelled, in the wake of the mass shooting terror attack on Sunday where 16 people died. In a statement shared by the promoter, Fuzzy said…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 18, 2025
Amyl and the Sniffers Release Concert Film 'Live at Ally Pally 2025'

Amyl and the Sniffers Release Concert Film 'Live at Ally Pally 2025'

Amyl and the Sniffers have immortalised their headline show at London's Alexandra Palace in October with a new concert film, Live at Ally Pally 2025. Shot by award-winning director John Angus…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 18, 2025
Amyl and the Sniffers Release Concert Film 'Live at Ally Pally 2025'

News

Amyl and the Sniffers Release Concert Film 'Live at Ally Pally 2025'

Amyl and the Sniffers have immortalised their headline show at London's Alexandra Palace in October with a new concert film, Live at Ally Pally 2025. Shot by award-winning director John Angus…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 18, 2025
Kriv Stenders to Direct Australian Country Music Drama 'Little Miracles'

Kriv Stenders to Direct Australian Country Music Drama 'Little Miracles'

Australia's Bronte Studios and First Option Pictures have signed on director Kriv Stenders for its new country music drama Little Miracles, with production scheduled to commence in 2026. Stemming…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 18, 2025
Kriv Stenders to Direct Australian Country Music Drama 'Little Miracles'

News

Kriv Stenders to Direct Australian Country Music Drama 'Little Miracles'

Australia's Bronte Studios and First Option Pictures have signed on director Kriv Stenders for its new country music drama Little Miracles, with production scheduled to commence in 2026. Stemming…

By Lauren McNamara - Dec 18, 2025
of 32
THE MUSIC NETWORK NEWSLETTER

Reporting from inside the Australian music business since '94.

Get our top stories straight to your inbox daily by signing up to our Newsletter

By providing your information, you agree to our Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. We use vendors that may also process your information to help provide our services.