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Metallica played their first "one-night-only" show of the year over the weekend, just like what's to come in Australia in November.

"Giving our recording royalties from the project to War Child helps make Mixes Of A Lost World an even more special release," Robert Smith said.

The extreme metallers will tour with Mélancolia, Hate Complex, Melting, Annihilist, and a special secret guest who will appear exclusively in SE Queensland.

As what was ostensibly the last Bluesfest wraps up for 2025, it's clear there's still life left in the inimitable event yet.

Saturday brings a huge line up of stellar performances with unforgettable live music moments and fresh hope that it may not be the end of Bluesfest after all.

“I could have died if I landed in a different position,” Hayes wrote to fans.

Chaka Khan is still a belter, and there are no concessions for her age going on here.

The excitement stays at fever pitch as the second day of Bluesfest rolls on in Byron Bay.

Ball Park Music were announced as the special guests on the forthcoming Oasis Live '25 tour this week.

Day one of the 36th annual Bluesfest 2025 is a spectacular start to the festival, filled with incredible performances and a vibrant atmosphere, kicking off with a mix of legendary blues artists and exciting new talent.