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The Bendigo Hotel owners announced the venue’s shock news on social media, citing financial stresses on the owners and the business itself.

"It’s a win for artists, local businesses and the community."

With 15,000 seats, the Adelaide venue can hold 16,500 for sports events and up to 26,000 for outdoor concerts. The last act to play there was the Foo Fighters.

"Music is the soul of SXSW, and it has long been our legacy. We fully respect the decision these artists made to exercise their right to free speech."

The powerhouse siblings allege their former manager overcharged them on fees.

“I’ve had a wonderful, wonderful 25 years and had the opportunity to work with and/or meet most of my favourite artists.”

The guys had a vision for every aspect of the initiative and we can't wait to see how 2024 and beyond unfolds for them!”

“I think you will see festivals cancelling and or taking a year off more so than a national touring festival skipping a NSW leg."

Public hearings for a Senate inquiry began this week, addressing the future of the contentious one percent cap deciding how much commercial radio pays record companies and artists each year.

"I don’t believe in the US Army, and I don’t believe they belong at a music festival (or anywhere) as a super sponsor."