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"It is a privilege to support Iron Maiden in this new chapter and to help carry their extraordinary legacy forward," said Pophouse CEO Jessica Koravos.

This year, each artist selected for the performing BIGSOUND 100 will receive increased financial support for the first time.

The book revisits “twenty glorious years” in Sydney that included “an explosion of the arts, pushing the envelope of staid and conventional culture.”

Shotkickers will sell cheap drinks at every gig, from when the doors open until the end of the first artist’s set.

Music lovers in Sydney and Melbourne have been lucky enough to have likely never needed to travel to see their favourite international act. For many Australians, this is a necessity to see their musical icons.

“This initiative would support the hospitality industry and back Tasmania's live music scene,” said Acting Premier Bridget Archer.

The news arrives as an alleged AI song has topped the charts on Australian radio and crept up ARIA's Dance Singles Chart.

Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group, which manage Hobart's Republic Bar, have entered voluntary administration.

Birdz and Fred Leone, Baker Boy, Jem Cassar-Daley and many others have picked up nominations.

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show is one of the most-nominated projects at this year's Emmy Awards, with Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Sabrina Carpenter also picking up nominations.

Ed Sheeran left Warner Music Group after 15 years with the label in May.

After being removed from last year's State Budget, Music Works grants have returned, offering $5,000 activation grants and project grants for between $10,000 and $40,000.