More than 23,000 fans across HOYTS cinemas experienced one of the most significant celebrations in Australian music history, with THE SONGS OF JOHN FARNHAM: A LIVING LEGEND – THE CELEBRATION CONCERT successfully broadcast live from Rod Laver Arena to cinemas nationwide.
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Next Up Music Awards Nominations Close Friday October 2nd
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With nominations closing on Friday 2 October, young Australian musicians, music teachers and schools are being urged to get their entries in for the Next Up Music Awards (NUMAs) — an initiative dedicated to discovering, recognising and supporting the next generation of Australian music talent. Adding his voice to the campaign, Australian music icon Jimmy…
Head and Neck Cancer Australia launches $1 million fundraising appeal
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Head and Neck Cancer Australia today launched a $1 million fundraising appeal, calling on Australians to support people affected by head and neck cancer. The charity’s Lend Your Voice campaign is proudly supported by a significant contribution associated with The Songs of John Farnham: A Living Legend, A Celebration Concert on Sunday 20 September. Produced…
Berry NSW Secures Funding Through Round 4 of the Uptown Grant Program
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As Australia’s live music industry grapples with rising costs, changing audience habits and the challenge of creating sustainable opportunities for musicians and venues alike, Berry NSW has secured NSW Government funding through Round 4 of the Uptown Grant Program to build on encouraging early results from its collaborative regional live music model.The funding will support…
Headed to Sydney: FUCCBOIS: LIVE IN CONCERT
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They’ve sold more tickets and broken more hearts than 1D and NSYNC combined, and now the world’s most chaotic boyband is bringing their charisma-soaked farewell tour back to Sydney. From ARIA award-winner Bridie Connell (2018 ARIA Award for Best Comedy Release), FUCCBOIS: LIVE IN CONCERT lands at Sydney’s Darling Quarter Theatre from 24 October to…
Hard Rock Cafe and Coca-Cola® Launch Hard Rock Rising Music Competition
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Hard Rock Cafe and Coca Cola today launched Hard Rock Rising. The music competition spans 34 countries and 64 Hard Rock Cafes, giving emerging artists a career launching stage. For more than five decades, breakthrough artists and legends have taken the stage at Hard Rock Cafes. Coca Cola has built a global platform for musicians…
To mark 75 years of the Telecaster Guitarists are talking Tele
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This is for all the musicians out there who might not have already heard about Fender Talk Tele and for everybody else who wants to hear what famous artists have to say about an iconic guitar. To mark 75 years of the Telecaster, Fender is bringing the story of its most iconic guitar to life…
Those Who Listen to Rock Shall Stream it
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Rock music became Australia’s largest core streaming genre in 2025, ahead of pop and hip-hop, generating 26.1 billion on-demand streams despite predictions of the genre declining in popularity. An RMIT expert explains what’s behind the resurgence, and why local rock acts are still struggling to cut through. “Rock’s contemporary popularity and resurgence in Australia remains…
New Album Disgust From Stabbitha and the Knifey Wifeys Drops on August 31st
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For everyone who’s looked at the world lately and thought: “This is disgusting” Stabbitha and the Knifey Wifeys deliver a new album, Disgust, that unapologetically yells at the everyday indignities and frustrations that wear us down. The album’s subjects could be heavy but the results are unexpectedly uplifting, fast and universally capable of making people…
New busking policy and digital guide for Sydney
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Buskers now have easier access to support and location information with the City of Sydney releasing a new digital guide designed to simplify and enhance street performances.The mobile-friendly tool provides performers with a one-stop platform to access information and stay informed about opportunities and changes across the city. It offers a more accessible and responsive…