Radio Free Alice bust out prison gig for debut album
Post-punk exports Radio Free Alice have made a brief return to Australia to play at Pentridge Prison ahead of releasing their debut album, What's In Between.
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The music people hate says more than they think
Musical taste can make or break a first impression. But for one Queensland researcher, what we reject is just as fascinating as the songs we embrace.
Musos battle pollies, big tech to protect their songs
The law says you can't use a song for political or commercial purposes without the permission of the author. But for artists, it's like playing whack-a-mole.
More shows as Powderfinger fans scramble for tickets
Powderfinger has added six more concert dates as fans race to snap up the first tickets to their highly anticipated reunion tour.
Kate Bush fans unite in playful theatrical tribute
An Evening Without Kate Bush is a playful cabaret act honouring the singer, which has returned to Australia after being performed more than 400 times.
Kids, longtime fans inspired Powderfinger reunion tour
Powderfinger have unveiled the dates for an 18-concert reunion tour, and revealed that band members wanted their kids to see them play live onstage.
How a humble band rode the Orient express to fame
The announcement of a 2027 tour by beloved Australian band Powderfinger has made many people happy - and they've never forgotten where it all began.
Happiness abounds as Powderfinger reunites
Happiness is slowly creeping back for fans of Aussie rock band Powderfinger, with the beloved group reuniting for a national tour.
Cryptic campaign points to Powderfinger reunion
Mysterious billboards and social media postings from Australian music legends Powderfinger all point to one thing, one of the band's oldest associates says.
‘So lucky’: Kylie lights up rain-soaked AFL grand final
Homegrown hero Kylie Minogue has dazzled the AFL grand final with pyrotechnics, wardrobe changes and a selection of her biggest hits.
Kylie fans will finally be so lucky at footy’s big day
A homegrown superstar has promised fans a show like no other when she headlines a pre-game entertainment line-up at the AFL grand final for the first time.
‘Tough as they come’: rocker Angry Anderson remembered
Angry Anderson, the Rose Tattoo frontman, actor and advocate has died, prompting an outpouring of tributes from musicians and media stars at home and abroad.
Ed Sheeran contemplated quitting performing over row
An emotional Ed Sheeran has confided in fans about his tumultuous week, admitting he'd made 'mistakes' and condemned the conflict in Gaza as 'catastrophic'.
From the bush to the Opera House, choir raises the roof
A youth choir program that runs across 80 remote communities is celebrating two decades of changing rural children's lives through the power of music.
Caution on copyright changes as Claude comes to town
Pressure is mounting on the federal government to move carefully on any changes to copyright and AI training as another tech giant signs a deal in Australia.
Dropping Macklemore from tour not my decision: Sheeran
Four supporting acts have quit Ed Sheeran's US tour after Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian comments onstage.
Tears for slain footy player as killer rapper jailed
The family of a beloved local rugby league player wiped away tears while hearing about his final moments when attacked outside a fast food restaurant.
Jury finds ex-gang leader guilty of murdering Tupac
A former gang leader is facing life in prison after being found guilty of murdering rapper Tupac Shakur, in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for decades.
How turning 50 made Kasey Chambers a free spirit again
The artist who wrote Not Pretty Enough is unashamedly embracing getting older, with a milestone birthday making her feel more like herself than ever before.
‘Irreplaceable’: tributes after Dolly Parton dies at 80
The world is remembering the legacy of Dolly Parton, one of the most beloved and best-selling female artists, after she died of cancer at age 80.
‘Get it out’: ARIA charts ban AI-generated music
Fully AI-generated music will be banned from Australia's ARIA music charts from Friday in a move to support human artistry.
Happy campers hit the road after muddy muddy festival
Mundi Mundi Bash organisers are helping thousands of campers dig their way out of mud and hit the road home after a wet but wonderful celebration of live music.
Rain makes way for stars as bash ends on a high note
"There's nothing quite like Mundi," Noiseworks and INXS rocker Jon Stevens says as he headlines the closing night of Australia's largest outback festival.
Slash ‘humbled’ after snake species named after him
Scientists have named a newly discovered species of snake after Guns N' Roses guitarist and lifelong serpent lover Slash.
Sun steals show as gates reopen at rain-soaked festival
It's a breathtaking sight over the red desert plains at Australia's largest outdoor music festival - one that almost outshines the event's brightest stars.
Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young
Singers who launched their careers on Young Talent Time are honouring their much-loved former host Johnny Young, who helped them find their voice on TV.
Fuel prices can’t stop the music at outback festival
The rising cost of fuel has failed to deter thousands of music-loving campers hitting the road to travel to outback NSW for the Mundi Mundi Bash.
UK rapper found not guilty of raping Australian fan
A British rapper and media personality accused of raping a fan after an Australian show has been acquitted of some charges.
Rapper’s alleged rape victim ‘enthusiastic and willing’
A woman who accused a British rapper of raping her after an Australian show went to a hotel for sex and was an enthusiastic participant, a jury has been told.
‘Love bite’: rape-accused rapper denies violent sex
A British rapper accused of raping a fan after an Australian show says he didn't discuss sex before allegedly attacking a woman during sex.
From corporate to country, singer is wild as the wind
Australia's highest-selling female country artist has risen to the top after making a difficult decision to quit her high-paying day job and follow her dream.