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2025 J Awards Nominees Revealed
Baker Boy, Ninajirachi, SPEED, Spacey Jane, Folk B*tch Trio, and many others have been nominated for this year's J Awards.
The Herd Announce 'The Sun Never Sets' 20th Anniversary Tour
"We’re so excited to be celebrating this record on the special 20th anniversary tour and blast the jumpable crowd with faves," commented The Herd's Traksewt.
Top 10 Songs We're Keen To See Justice Perform Live On Their Australian Tour
As Justice gear up for their highly anticipated return to Australia, The Music has rounded up ten tracks we can't wait to hear blasting from the speakers this December.
Circoloco Festival Reveals Stacked 2026 Line-up
World-renowned electronic music festival Circoloco will return to Melbourne in early 2026.
Aleksiah & Dem Mob Win Big At 2025 SA Music Awards
"The SA Music Awards continue to showcase the brilliant talent emerging from South Australia," said MusicSA CEO Christine Schloithe.
Field Day Reveals 2026 Line-up Starring Carl Cox, Deborah De Luca, The Presets & More
Sydney's Field Day Festival will celebrate its 25th anniversary on New Year's Day 2026.
Ziggy Ramo, Ninajirachi, Party Dozen & More Lead Finalists For Inaugural NSW Music Prize
“We have amazing song writers and world class live performers here in NSW and this is a moment to celebrate them."
Basement Jaxx Announce 2026 Australian Tour
The tour marks Basement Jaxx's first full live shows in Australia in 15 years.
'It's Not My Name': Jimmy Carr Explains How Drapht Became His Walk-On Music
English comedian Jimmy Carr has been utilising some iconic Aussie hip hop for his latest shows.
10 Times International Music Stars Clashed With Australia
While Australia might seem like a dream location for some performers, a handful of artists have had a complicated and contentious history with the country.
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