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Neil Griffiths

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Amyl and the Sniffers' Melbourne Gig Shut Down

Amyl and the Sniffers' Melbourne Gig Shut Down

Amyl and the Sniffers' free gig at Melbourne's Fed Square on Friday night has been shut down before the band's set began. Screens at the venue on Friday night displayed the message: "Due to…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
Amyl and the Sniffers' Melbourne Gig Shut Down

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Amyl and the Sniffers' Melbourne Gig Shut Down

Amyl and the Sniffers' free gig at Melbourne's Fed Square on Friday night has been shut down before the band's set began. Screens at the venue on Friday night displayed the message: "Due to…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
Paul Kelly Soars into Top Three of ARIA Albums Chart

Paul Kelly Soars into Top Three of ARIA Albums Chart

Paul Kelly has scored his highest chart debut in four years with his 30th studio album, Seventy. The Australian legend's new record has debuted at No. 2 on the ARIA Albums chart, as well as No. 1 on…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
Paul Kelly Soars into Top Three of ARIA Albums Chart

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Paul Kelly Soars into Top Three of ARIA Albums Chart

Paul Kelly has scored his highest chart debut in four years with his 30th studio album, Seventy. The Australian legend's new record has debuted at No. 2 on the ARIA Albums chart, as well as No. 1 on…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
'They're The Perfect Home For Us': 5SOS Talk Move to Republic Records

'They're The Perfect Home For Us': 5SOS Talk Move to Republic Records

5 Seconds of Summer have discussed the move to Republic Records with their latest album, Everyone's a Star!. After releasing the first batch of records through Capitol and Interscope, the Sydney band…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
'They're The Perfect Home For Us': 5SOS Talk Move to Republic Records

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'They're The Perfect Home For Us': 5SOS Talk Move to Republic Records

5 Seconds of Summer have discussed the move to Republic Records with their latest album, Everyone's a Star!. After releasing the first batch of records through Capitol and Interscope, the Sydney band…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
'Toy Story 5' Trailer Soundtracked by Iconic INXS Song Goes Viral

'Toy Story 5' Trailer Soundtracked by Iconic INXS Song Goes Viral

INXS' iconic track "Never Tear Us Apart" soundtracks the new Toy Story 5 teaser, which is currently the most watched trailer in the world. As reported by Rolling Stone AU/NZ, it's been confirmed that…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
'Toy Story 5' Trailer Soundtracked by Iconic INXS Song Goes Viral

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'Toy Story 5' Trailer Soundtracked by Iconic INXS Song Goes Viral

INXS' iconic track "Never Tear Us Apart" soundtracks the new Toy Story 5 teaser, which is currently the most watched trailer in the world. As reported by Rolling Stone AU/NZ, it's been confirmed that…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 14, 2025
Metallica Cover The Chats' 'Smoko' at Brisbane Show

Metallica Cover The Chats' 'Smoko' at Brisbane Show

Metallica covered an Australian favourite during their show at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane last night. The 'M72 World Tour' has treated fans in every city with surprise covers of local acts -- Perth…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 13, 2025
Metallica Cover The Chats' 'Smoko' at Brisbane Show

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Metallica Cover The Chats' 'Smoko' at Brisbane Show

Metallica covered an Australian favourite during their show at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane last night. The 'M72 World Tour' has treated fans in every city with surprise covers of local acts -- Perth…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 13, 2025
Watch AC/DC Play 'Jailbreak' For First Time in 34 Years in Melbourne

Watch AC/DC Play 'Jailbreak' For First Time in 34 Years in Melbourne

AC/DC kicked off the Australia leg of their Power Up tour in Melbourne last night in spectacular fashion. The rock icons played for over two hours at the MCG in front of over 80,000 fans, which…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 13, 2025
Watch AC/DC Play 'Jailbreak' For First Time in 34 Years in Melbourne

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Watch AC/DC Play 'Jailbreak' For First Time in 34 Years in Melbourne

AC/DC kicked off the Australia leg of their Power Up tour in Melbourne last night in spectacular fashion. The rock icons played for over two hours at the MCG in front of over 80,000 fans, which…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 13, 2025
2025 J Awards Winners Revealed

2025 J Awards Winners Revealed

The 2025 J Award winners have been revealed. Just days after taking out the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize, Ninajirachi has emerged as the big winner of the event, taking out the triple j Album of…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 12, 2025
2025 J Awards Winners Revealed

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2025 J Awards Winners Revealed

The 2025 J Award winners have been revealed. Just days after taking out the SoundMerch Australian Music Prize, Ninajirachi has emerged as the big winner of the event, taking out the triple j Album of…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 12, 2025
TEG Announces New Media Agency of Record

TEG Announces New Media Agency of Record

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG), has announced a new media agency of record. On Wednesday, the company confirmed iProspect, a dentsu company, for the role, which will see Prospect lead overarching…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 12, 2025
TEG Announces New Media Agency of Record

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TEG Announces New Media Agency of Record

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG), has announced a new media agency of record. On Wednesday, the company confirmed iProspect, a dentsu company, for the role, which will see Prospect lead overarching…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 12, 2025
AC/DC's Promoter Christo Van Egmond Says Fans Won't be Disappointed as Australia Tour Kicks Off

AC/DC's Promoter Christo Van Egmond Says Fans Won't be Disappointed as Australia Tour Kicks Off

AC/DC are set to kick off the Power Up tour in Melbourne on Wednesday night, and long-time promoter Christo Van Egmond has teased what fans can expect. Speaking at a press conference at the MCG on…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 12, 2025
AC/DC's Promoter Christo Van Egmond Says Fans Won't be Disappointed as Australia Tour Kicks Off

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AC/DC's Promoter Christo Van Egmond Says Fans Won't be Disappointed as Australia Tour Kicks Off

AC/DC are set to kick off the Power Up tour in Melbourne on Wednesday night, and long-time promoter Christo Van Egmond has teased what fans can expect. Speaking at a press conference at the MCG on…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 12, 2025
AC/DC Release New Tickets for Australia Stadium Tour

AC/DC Release New Tickets for Australia Stadium Tour

New tickets for AC/DC's Australian stadium tour starting this week have just been released. The rock icons will start the Power Up tour of Australia in Melbourne on Wednesday night, followed by shows…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 10, 2025
AC/DC Release New Tickets for Australia Stadium Tour

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AC/DC Release New Tickets for Australia Stadium Tour

New tickets for AC/DC's Australian stadium tour starting this week have just been released. The rock icons will start the Power Up tour of Australia in Melbourne on Wednesday night, followed by shows…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 10, 2025
Bernard Fanning Returns to ARIA Charts With 'Tea & Sympathy' Anniversary Album

Bernard Fanning Returns to ARIA Charts With 'Tea & Sympathy' Anniversary Album

Australian legend Bernard Fanning has returned to the pointy end of the ARIA charts with the 20th anniversary edition of his debut solo album, Tea Sympathy. The Powderfinger frontman's record, which…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 7, 2025
Bernard Fanning Returns to ARIA Charts With 'Tea & Sympathy' Anniversary Album

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Bernard Fanning Returns to ARIA Charts With 'Tea & Sympathy' Anniversary Album

Australian legend Bernard Fanning has returned to the pointy end of the ARIA charts with the 20th anniversary edition of his debut solo album, Tea Sympathy. The Powderfinger frontman's record, which…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 7, 2025
Metallica's Kirk Hammett to Appear at 'Intimate' Sydney Event

Metallica's Kirk Hammett to Appear at 'Intimate' Sydney Event

Metallica legend Kirk Hammett will take a night off from the band's Australian stadium tour for a special event next week. The iconic guitarist will take to the stage at the State Library of NSW in…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 6, 2025
Metallica's Kirk Hammett to Appear at 'Intimate' Sydney Event

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Metallica's Kirk Hammett to Appear at 'Intimate' Sydney Event

Metallica legend Kirk Hammett will take a night off from the band's Australian stadium tour for a special event next week. The iconic guitarist will take to the stage at the State Library of NSW in…

By Neil Griffiths - Nov 6, 2025
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