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Neil Griffiths

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Live Nation Announces Ticket Upsell Initiative for AusMusic Month

Live Nation Announces Ticket Upsell Initiative for AusMusic Month

Live Nation has today announced a new ticket upsell initiative to coincide with AusMusic Month. For the remainder of October and all of November, fans purchasing tickets to any Live Nation shows can…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 23, 2025
Live Nation Announces Ticket Upsell Initiative for AusMusic Month

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Live Nation Announces Ticket Upsell Initiative for AusMusic Month

Live Nation has today announced a new ticket upsell initiative to coincide with AusMusic Month. For the remainder of October and all of November, fans purchasing tickets to any Live Nation shows can…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 23, 2025
'Rage' to Air Ace Frehley Tribute Special

'Rage' to Air Ace Frehley Tribute Special

A special tribute to Ace Frehley will air on ABC's rage this weekend following the KISS guitarist's death last week. The music programme will air the special this coming Friday night and Saturday…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 22, 2025
'Rage' to Air Ace Frehley Tribute Special

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'Rage' to Air Ace Frehley Tribute Special

A special tribute to Ace Frehley will air on ABC's rage this weekend following the KISS guitarist's death last week. The music programme will air the special this coming Friday night and Saturday…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 22, 2025
John Williamson Condemns Famous Song Being Used in Anti-Immigration Protest Videos

John Williamson Condemns Famous Song Being Used in Anti-Immigration Protest Videos

Australian legend John Williamson has spoken out against groups after one of his most famous songs was used in videos filmed at anti-immigration protests over the weekend. As reported by the ABC,…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 21, 2025
John Williamson Condemns Famous Song Being Used in Anti-Immigration Protest Videos

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John Williamson Condemns Famous Song Being Used in Anti-Immigration Protest Videos

Australian legend John Williamson has spoken out against groups after one of his most famous songs was used in videos filmed at anti-immigration protests over the weekend. As reported by the ABC,…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 21, 2025
Pond to Play Hometown Show With International Heavyweights

Pond to Play Hometown Show With International Heavyweights

Perth will play host a very special one-off show next year. Live Nation has today announced a "triple header" going ahead at Red Hill Auditorium on Sunday, January 4th, which will see live…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 21, 2025
Pond to Play Hometown Show With International Heavyweights

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Pond to Play Hometown Show With International Heavyweights

Perth will play host a very special one-off show next year. Live Nation has today announced a "triple header" going ahead at Red Hill Auditorium on Sunday, January 4th, which will see live…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 21, 2025
Taylor Swift Dominates ARIA Charts for Second Week; Pete Murray Lands Highest Local Debut

Taylor Swift Dominates ARIA Charts for Second Week; Pete Murray Lands Highest Local Debut

The reign of Taylor Swift is only just beginning. For a second straight week, the US superstar's 12th album, The Life of a Showgirl, has topped the ARIA Albums Chart, which means Swift has now spent…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 17, 2025
Taylor Swift Dominates ARIA Charts for Second Week; Pete Murray Lands Highest Local Debut

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Taylor Swift Dominates ARIA Charts for Second Week; Pete Murray Lands Highest Local Debut

The reign of Taylor Swift is only just beginning. For a second straight week, the US superstar's 12th album, The Life of a Showgirl, has topped the ARIA Albums Chart, which means Swift has now spent…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 17, 2025
2025 Australian Music Prize Shortlist Revealed

2025 Australian Music Prize Shortlist Revealed

The shortlist for the 2025 Australian Music Prize (AMP) has been revealed. On Thursday (October 16th), nine albums were confirmed on the shortlist for the industry award which includes a $50,000…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 16, 2025
2025 Australian Music Prize Shortlist Revealed

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2025 Australian Music Prize Shortlist Revealed

The shortlist for the 2025 Australian Music Prize (AMP) has been revealed. On Thursday (October 16th), nine albums were confirmed on the shortlist for the industry award which includes a $50,000…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 16, 2025
Melbourne Scores New Live Music Venue 'The Graveyard'

Melbourne Scores New Live Music Venue 'The Graveyard'

A new bar and bandroom in Melbourne will have its grand opening this weekend. Located in Coburg North, The Graveyard will host a three-day celebration from Friday October 17th- Sunday 19th October,…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 13, 2025
Melbourne Scores New Live Music Venue 'The Graveyard'

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Melbourne Scores New Live Music Venue 'The Graveyard'

A new bar and bandroom in Melbourne will have its grand opening this weekend. Located in Coburg North, The Graveyard will host a three-day celebration from Friday October 17th- Sunday 19th October,…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 13, 2025
Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

The NSW State Government has announced it has raised the cap on concerts held at Sydney's Centennial Park. The park, situated in the inner-east of Sydney, will now be able to hold twelve concerts a…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 8, 2025
Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

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Concert Cap Raised at Sydney's Centennial Park

The NSW State Government has announced it has raised the cap on concerts held at Sydney's Centennial Park. The park, situated in the inner-east of Sydney, will now be able to hold twelve concerts a…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 8, 2025
Bliss n Eso Crack 2025 ARIA Chart Record With New Album

Bliss n Eso Crack 2025 ARIA Chart Record With New Album

Bliss n Eso have pulled off an impressive feat on this week's ARIA charts. The hip hop duo's new record, The Moon (The Dark Side), has hit #3 on the Albums chart and #1 on the Australian Albums…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 3, 2025
Bliss n Eso Crack 2025 ARIA Chart Record With New Album

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Bliss n Eso Crack 2025 ARIA Chart Record With New Album

Bliss n Eso have pulled off an impressive feat on this week's ARIA charts. The hip hop duo's new record, The Moon (The Dark Side), has hit #3 on the Albums chart and #1 on the Australian Albums…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 3, 2025
Emerging 15-Year-Old Artist Joins Good Things 2025 Lineup

Emerging 15-Year-Old Artist Joins Good Things 2025 Lineup

Good Things Festival has announced that a local 15-year-old artist has joined the 2025 lineup. Maple's Pet Dinosaur has been confirmed to join this year's bill alongside the likes of Tool, Weezer,…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 3, 2025
Emerging 15-Year-Old Artist Joins Good Things 2025 Lineup

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Emerging 15-Year-Old Artist Joins Good Things 2025 Lineup

Good Things Festival has announced that a local 15-year-old artist has joined the 2025 lineup. Maple's Pet Dinosaur has been confirmed to join this year's bill alongside the likes of Tool, Weezer,…

By Neil Griffiths - Oct 3, 2025
NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

Trigger warning: The following article contains references that may be triggering. If you’re struggling, please know help is available to you, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. The New South Wales…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 30, 2025
NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

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NSW Government to Pay $93,000 in Damages After Unlawful Music Festival Strip Search

Trigger warning: The following article contains references that may be triggering. If you’re struggling, please know help is available to you, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. The New South Wales…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 30, 2025
'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

A new peak body designed to protect and promote New South Wales' live music scene has launched this week. The not-for-profit Live Music Venues Alliance (LMVA) will look to represent and fight for the…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 29, 2025
'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

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'It Gives Us a United Voice': New Peak Body for NSW Live Music Scene Launches

A new peak body designed to protect and promote New South Wales' live music scene has launched this week. The not-for-profit Live Music Venues Alliance (LMVA) will look to represent and fight for the…

By Neil Griffiths - Sep 29, 2025
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