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Neil Griffiths

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Skyhooks Legend Bob 'Bongo' Starkie Passes Away

Skyhooks Legend Bob 'Bongo' Starkie Passes Away

Legendary guitarist and member of Skyhooks, Bob "Bongo" Starkie, has passed away at the age of 73. The group confirmed Starkie's death in a social media post on Saturday. "It’s with sadness in our…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 29, 2025
Skyhooks Legend Bob 'Bongo' Starkie Passes Away

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Skyhooks Legend Bob 'Bongo' Starkie Passes Away

Legendary guitarist and member of Skyhooks, Bob "Bongo" Starkie, has passed away at the age of 73. The group confirmed Starkie's death in a social media post on Saturday. "It’s with sadness in our…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 29, 2025
The Wiggles Apologise for Featuring in Keli Holiday 'Ecstasy' TikTok

The Wiggles Apologise for Featuring in Keli Holiday 'Ecstasy' TikTok

The Wiggles have apologised after featuring in Keli Holiday's TikTok, soundtracked to the his latest single, "Ecstasy". The now-deleted video showed Holiday dancing with Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 29, 2025
The Wiggles Apologise for Featuring in Keli Holiday 'Ecstasy' TikTok

News

The Wiggles Apologise for Featuring in Keli Holiday 'Ecstasy' TikTok

The Wiggles have apologised after featuring in Keli Holiday's TikTok, soundtracked to the his latest single, "Ecstasy". The now-deleted video showed Holiday dancing with Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 29, 2025
Ticketmaster Takes Action on Resale Tickets After Olivia Dean Says 'Be Better'

Ticketmaster Takes Action on Resale Tickets After Olivia Dean Says 'Be Better'

Ticketmaster has taken action on resale tickets following criticism from Olivia Dean last week. Last weekend, the UK singer took to Instagram shortly after tickets to her tour went on sale, writing:…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 29, 2025
Ticketmaster Takes Action on Resale Tickets After Olivia Dean Says 'Be Better'

News

Ticketmaster Takes Action on Resale Tickets After Olivia Dean Says 'Be Better'

Ticketmaster has taken action on resale tickets following criticism from Olivia Dean last week. Last weekend, the UK singer took to Instagram shortly after tickets to her tour went on sale, writing:…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 29, 2025
Australian Pop Punkers Blast into ARIA Charts With Debut Album

Australian Pop Punkers Blast into ARIA Charts With Debut Album

A burgeoning Australian pop punk band has soared to the top end of the ARIA charts this week with their debut album. Sydney outfit SoSo's first record, So Much For Second Chances, has debuted at No.…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 28, 2025
Australian Pop Punkers Blast into ARIA Charts With Debut Album

News

Australian Pop Punkers Blast into ARIA Charts With Debut Album

A burgeoning Australian pop punk band has soared to the top end of the ARIA charts this week with their debut album. Sydney outfit SoSo's first record, So Much For Second Chances, has debuted at No.…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 28, 2025
'A Watershed Moment for Australian Storytelling': APRA Applauds Parliament Passing Streaming Content Legislation

'A Watershed Moment for Australian Storytelling': APRA Applauds Parliament Passing Streaming Content Legislation

APRA AMCOS has welcomed news that Parliament has passed its landmark streaming content legislation. The Communications Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 was passed on Thursday – a historic cultural…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 28, 2025
'A Watershed Moment for Australian Storytelling': APRA Applauds Parliament Passing Streaming Content Legislation

News

'A Watershed Moment for Australian Storytelling': APRA Applauds Parliament Passing Streaming Content Legislation

APRA AMCOS has welcomed news that Parliament has passed its landmark streaming content legislation. The Communications Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 was passed on Thursday – a historic cultural…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 28, 2025
ICC Sydney Theatre Rebrands With New Naming Rights Partner

ICC Sydney Theatre Rebrands With New Naming Rights Partner

A famous Sydney live venue has been rebranded this week. ICC Sydney Theatre has officially been renamed the TikTok Entertainment Centre, marking the first time the global entertainment platform has…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 26, 2025
ICC Sydney Theatre Rebrands With New Naming Rights Partner

News

ICC Sydney Theatre Rebrands With New Naming Rights Partner

A famous Sydney live venue has been rebranded this week. ICC Sydney Theatre has officially been renamed the TikTok Entertainment Centre, marking the first time the global entertainment platform has…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 26, 2025
'I'm a Kylie Minogue Fan. Who Isn't?' Paul Kelly Goes Dance for 'Like a Version'

'I'm a Kylie Minogue Fan. Who Isn't?' Paul Kelly Goes Dance for 'Like a Version'

Paul Kelly has taken on an Australian dance classic for this week's Like a Version performance. The revered songwriter performed a rock version of Kylie Minogue's 1997 hit song, "Did it Again"; check…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 22, 2025
'I'm a Kylie Minogue Fan. Who Isn't?' Paul Kelly Goes Dance for 'Like a Version'

News

'I'm a Kylie Minogue Fan. Who Isn't?' Paul Kelly Goes Dance for 'Like a Version'

Paul Kelly has taken on an Australian dance classic for this week's Like a Version performance. The revered songwriter performed a rock version of Kylie Minogue's 1997 hit song, "Did it Again"; check…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 22, 2025
5SOS Make ARIA Chart History With ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’

5SOS Make ARIA Chart History With ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’

5 Seconds of Summer have made ARIA chart history with their new album. 5SOS' sixth album, EVERYONE’S A STAR!, has debuted at No. 1, making the Sydney band the the first act in the history of the ARIA…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 21, 2025
5SOS Make ARIA Chart History With ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’

News

5SOS Make ARIA Chart History With ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’

5 Seconds of Summer have made ARIA chart history with their new album. 5SOS' sixth album, EVERYONE’S A STAR!, has debuted at No. 1, making the Sydney band the the first act in the history of the ARIA…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 21, 2025
ARIA Awards 2025: Full Winners List

ARIA Awards 2025: Full Winners List

The 2025 ARIA Awards are in the books and it was another stellar year for Australian music. Amyl and the Sniffers dominated this year's awards, walking away with four wins including Album of the…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 20, 2025
ARIA Awards 2025: Full Winners List

News

ARIA Awards 2025: Full Winners List

The 2025 ARIA Awards are in the books and it was another stellar year for Australian music. Amyl and the Sniffers dominated this year's awards, walking away with four wins including Album of the…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 20, 2025
2025 Golden Guitar Award Nominations Revealed

2025 Golden Guitar Award Nominations Revealed

The nominations for the 2025 Golden Guitar Awards are in! Australian legend Kasey Chambers has scored a whopping 13 nominations, including Album of the Year with her 2024-released 13th album,…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 18, 2025
2025 Golden Guitar Award Nominations Revealed

News

2025 Golden Guitar Award Nominations Revealed

The nominations for the 2025 Golden Guitar Awards are in! Australian legend Kasey Chambers has scored a whopping 13 nominations, including Album of the Year with her 2024-released 13th album,…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 18, 2025
ARIAs' New Best Music Festival Award Will be a 'Key Barometer for Health of Australian Live Music'

ARIAs' New Best Music Festival Award Will be a 'Key Barometer for Health of Australian Live Music'

For as long as I can remember, the ARIAs have been where we celebrate the songs, albums and artists that shape Australian culture. The big night when the spotlight swings onto the people playing…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 18, 2025
ARIAs' New Best Music Festival Award Will be a 'Key Barometer for Health of Australian Live Music'

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ARIAs' New Best Music Festival Award Will be a 'Key Barometer for Health of Australian Live Music'

For as long as I can remember, the ARIAs have been where we celebrate the songs, albums and artists that shape Australian culture. The big night when the spotlight swings onto the people playing…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 18, 2025
Dom Dolla Makes History as First Recipient of New ARIA Award

Dom Dolla Makes History as First Recipient of New ARIA Award

Dom Dolla has ticked off a number of milestones in the last year and he's just done it again, today being revealed as the first recipient of a brand-new ARIA Award. Ahead of this Wednesday's…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 16, 2025
Dom Dolla Makes History as First Recipient of New ARIA Award

News

Dom Dolla Makes History as First Recipient of New ARIA Award

Dom Dolla has ticked off a number of milestones in the last year and he's just done it again, today being revealed as the first recipient of a brand-new ARIA Award. Ahead of this Wednesday's…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 16, 2025
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