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Sugar Mountain 2025
Sugar Mountain Reveals 2026 Line-up, New Venue
Sugar Mountain Festival will return to its roots in 2026, with next year's festival held in the heart of Melbourne's CBD.
Features / Music
Ninajirachi
Anatomy Of A Hit: Ninajirachi’s ‘I Love My Computer’
As Ninajirachi continues to rise a massive wave of popularity thanks to her debut album, 'I Love My Computer,' let's unpack the myriad steps that led to the Aussie star's purple patch.
Features / Music
Miami Horror
'It's Never Gotten Old To Us': Over 15 Years In, Miami Horror Are Still Nostalgic For Right Now
“We always get messages, even now, that people who loved us back in the day are coming out and seeing us for the first time."
News / Festivals
BASSINTHEGRASS Festival
BASSINTHEGRASS Unveils 2026 Festival Line-up
“BASSINTHEGRASS showcases Darwin at its very best. The line-up we have for the 2026 festival rivals any music festival in the country.”
News / Music
Ninajirachi
Ninajirachi Wins 2025 SoundMerch Australian Music Prize
"To sincerely contribute to the awesome story of Australian music was one of my highest hopes," Ninajirachi says of her prestigious win.
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Sidebyside Festival
Adelaide's Sidebyside Festival To Debut Time-Based Ticketing System For 2026 Event
The two-tier ticketing system looks to support emerging acts, while offering attendees a more affordable entry price.
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RÜFÜS DU SOL
RÜFÜS DU SOL Announce Exclusive Australian DJ Set
RÜFÜS DU SOL's Australian homecoming has just gotten bigger with a special DJ set at Melbourne's Wool Store.
News / Music
Death Grips @ Max Watt's Brisbane.
Death Grips Confirm They're Working On First New Album Since 2018
The recording of the first new Death Grips album since 2018's 'Year Of The Snitch' is underway.
News / Music
Hot Chip
Hot Chip Lock In 2026 Australian Tour Dates
The English electronic veterans will be returning to local shores in best-of mode, fresh from the release of their 'Joy In Repetition' compilation.
News / Music
Boris Brejcha
Boris Brejcha, Moritz Hofbauer, Timmy Trumpet & More To Headline Dangerous Goods' 6XXL Festival
The world's "techno, dance, hardstyle, and electronic music experience" has announced its full list of headliners for the January event.
News / Music
Kaytranada
Kaytranada To Headline New Perth Festival, SURRENDER NYE
Perth will welcome a brand new New Year's festival this December, with Kaytranada set to top the bill.
Industry / News
J Awards 2025
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.