Music accountant and ALMBC Treasurer Kylie Thompson breaks down how new Pay Day Super rules are impacting sole trader artists and local live music venues.

Ahead of BIGSOUND 2026, emerging Aussie artists break down cost of living, AI, live venue shortages, and social media burnout as some of their biggest challenges.

Olly Arkins led the AFA through one of the most tumultuous periods for the music festival industry in Australia.

"We are absolutely devastated that we cannot continue this tour," Rose Tattoo shared with fans on social media.

The Queens Of The Stone Age frontman risked a $10,000 fine for lighting a cigarette in the Detroit stadium.

The Black Wreath has been instrumental in the careers of artists like Southeast Desert Metal, Mulga Bore Hard Rock, and many others.

Ahead of their 23 years of 'Sans Souci' tour, Jay Whalley of Frenzal Rhomb discusses getting arrested by a fan, Russell Crowe reaching out, and that infamous Kyle & Jackie O moment.

"AMIN is thrilled to announce the stage one launch of the Australian Music Touring Network, a project we’ve been working on behind the scenes over the past two years," said Acting General Manager of AMIN, Emily Tulloch.

Olivia Dean's massive arena tour touches down in Australia in October - and has had a major venue upgrade in New Zealand.

"No-one is more bummed about this than me, but I can’t stand up let alone play a gig at the moment."

Gang of Youths returned home with a reflective, playful and emotionally charged Opera House set, balancing stripped-back intimacy with the euphoric release of their biggest anthems.

The EP also finds Arena putting her own spin on songs by Frank Ocean, Depeche Mode, and Duran Duran.