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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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

'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…

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'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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…

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…

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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…
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