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Rachael Fahim On Her Whirlwind Success: "You Have To Keep At It And Love The Process"

by Emily Wilson

Rachael Fahim

Keeping up with Rachael Fahim's success can be a little dizzying - so we have tracked the rising country star's trajectory, as well as chatted to her about what is next for her shining career.

Rose Tattoo

Angry Anderson Recovering In Hospital After Suffering Heart Attack

"We appreciate everyone's understanding and ask that you continue to keep Angry and his family in your thoughts and prayers during the days ahead."

Newport

Power Pick 31/08/26: Newport - 'Fickle'

This week's The Music Power Pick revealed.

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Explore Our Playlists

Keep up with the best new music every week with our exclusive playlists curated on Spotify and Apple Music.

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Peking Duk Took 16 Years To Deliver An Album – These 12 Acts Took Longer

Some fans might complain about waiting a couple of years for a record. Peking Duk fans complained about 16 years. But what about when it takes almost six decades?

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The Music’s Friday Finds: The Week’s Best New Music – 28 August

With the playlist, Friday Finds: This Week’s Best New Music, The Music’s team gathers the best new songs you need to hear every Friday. Here are our picks released this week, August 28, 2026.

Bad Wolves

Bad Wolves Axed From Skillet Tour As Guitarist Quits Over Label Dispute Regarding Dolly Parton Cover

"I can no longer in good faith remain a member and co-sign the decisions constantly being made FOR this band," wrote guitarist AJ Rebollo.

Paul Kelly, Dolly Parton

Paul Kelly Honours Dolly Parton With 'I Will Always Love You' At Intimate Sydney Show

'I Will Always Love You' wasn't on the printed setlist, but Paul Kelly opted for a classy tribute to Dolly Parton nonetheless.

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How To Stream The 2026 Edition Of Triple J's One Night Stand

triple j's One Night Stand takes over Griffith, New South Wales, this Saturday (5 September).

The Triffid's QLD Album of the Year

The Triffid's Album Of The Year Details 2026 Return

Nominees include Radium Dolls, The Jungle Giants, Platonic Sex, and more.

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Jacob Elordi Reveals His Favourite Aussie Bands Are Floodlights & The Slingers

Elordi was in conversation with director Ridley Scott, promoting the science fiction film 'The Dog Stars.'

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Could Midnight Oil Ever Tour Again?

Peter Garrett remarked that it "feels too soon" to think about a Midnight Oil tour, following the passing of drummer Rob Hirst.

News / Festivals

Live

Lookout Festival 2027 Line-up Revealed: Live, Stone Temple Pilots & 4 Non Blondes

Live, Stone Temple Pilots and 4 Non Blondes will tour Australia together in early 2027, joined by special guests Magic Dirt.

The Rose

The Rose Reveal 2026 Australian Tour Dates

South Korean hitmakers The Rose are bringing their 'ROSETOPIA World Tour' to two Australian cities in October.

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TEENS Announce Expansive 2026 Australian Tour

TEENS are taking their latest album, 'Negative Energy,' on an expansive, 12-date national headline tour.

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Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields Festival Raises $10 Million For Multiple Nonprofits

The net proceeds from Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields will be given to ten nonprofits.

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