Ahead of his 2027 Australian tour, which includes his biggest hometown show to date, Will Sparks is giving a shout-out to the artists he's been impressed with lately.

Stage names have long taken ordinary musicians and transformed into icons of the music world. Let's reflect on the moments in which many of these names were first adopted.

Cryptic billboards potentially referencing Powderfinger have appeared across the East Coast, and a mysterious Instagram account sharing teasers is being followed by the band.

Offering fans a first taste of what’s to come, the group have unveiled a stunning live rendition of 'Prey,' backed by a symphony orchestra.

"This NYE will be one of the best parties the hill has ever seen, and we’re going to go out on an absolute high," festival organisers said.

"It’s a lot to walk away from, but we’d rather go out on a high than risk the event being prevented from continuing by circumstances beyond our control," said Big Red Bash founder Greg Donovan.

Metal mayhem erupted as Trivium and Lamb of God joined forces for a colossal Australian co-headlining tour, leaving fans breathless, voices hoarse and hungry for more.

As TISM launch their latest tour, they've confirmed the presence of a massive stage presence for a forthcoming hometown gig.

Music lovers nationwide can submit up to ten tracks to shape the most definitive countdown in Australian radio history.

The Angels will be joined by Boom Crash Opera and Eurogliders when they take over Selina's in February 2027.

Suede return to Australia for the first time since 1999 to perform their revered first three albums in full at the Sydney Opera House.

Olivia Dean’s triumphant Australian return proves her rare gift for making sophisticated soul-pop feel effortless, intimate and entirely her own.