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Everything You Need To Know About The 2026 ULTRA Festival

by Mary Varvaris

ULTRA Music Festival in Melbourne

ULTRA returns to Melbourne and the Gold Coast next weekend with a stacked line-up of electronic music stars.

Chocolate Starfish

Chocolate Starfish Announce 2026 Australian Tour

“This time, we are sharing the love with our regional fans who have waited patiently,” Chocolate Starfish said.

Two Door Cinema Club

Two Door Cinema Club Expand 2026 Australian Tour

Two Door Cinema Club's upcoming tour with special guests The Vaccines is in high demand, with an extra show just announced at a major Aussie venue.

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Documentary About Summersault Festival Spotlighted At Sydney Film Festival

The festival that featured Beastie Boys, Sonic Youth, Foo Fighters and others leads today's Sydney Film Festival program announcement.

Operativo JT & Ilusión

A US Supermarket Has Begun Hosting Live Performances, Should Australia Be Next?

“The idea is to highlight independent artists and singer songwriters," explains José Luis Aguilar-Garcia.

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Out On The Weekend Festival Won't Be Going Ahead In 2026

With the rising costs of hosting a festival, the Out On The Weekend team has decided to give 2026 a miss.

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Against The Grain Reveals 2026 Festival Line-up After Eight-Year Hiatus

Stereolab, Pond, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, Protomartyr, Hatchie and many others are performing at this year's Against The Grain festival.

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney Banned From Reddit For Sharing Photos Of Paul McCartney

McCartney tried to share photos from a recent gig in Los Angeles directly with fans, encouraging them to post the pics on social media.

Snow Machine 2025

Hilltop Hoods, Keli Holiday & More Added To NZ's Snow Machine Festival

In addition to its live music program, Queenstown's Snow Machine hosts parties, events, and activities for thrill-seekers.

Vacations

Vacations Plot Intimate 2026 Australian Tour

Vacations are touring in support of their forthcoming new single, 'Holy Grail,' which stems from a new album on the way.

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All The Songs You Need To Know From 'Heartbreak High' Season Three

INXS, Amyl And The Sniffers, Silverchair, Kylie Minogue, Genesis Owusu, and many others feature on the soundtrack for Heartbreak High's third season.

Bluesfest site

Rhythms Magazine Moves To Quarterly After Bluesfest Collapse

“It is a little upsetting to write about it, given our long history with the festival,” Rhythms Magazine Editor Brian Wise said.

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