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Miss Kaninna Announces 'BLACKPRINT' 2026 Australian Tour

by Mary Varvaris

Miss Kaninna

Miss Kaninna is touring in support of her just-announced debut mixtape, 'BLACKPRINT.'

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From being blown away by clipping. and Dry Cleaning to meditating on a four-tiered ziggurat assembled from men and tables, Dark Mofo commanded our full attention.

Yours & Owls Festival

bbno$, G Flip, Ball Park Music & More To Perform At Yours & Owls 2026

Yours & Owls will take over Wollongong with a massive two-day festival this October.

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Another 100 Artists Added To 2026 King Street Crawl

With the new acts announced, over 250 artists will perform for free across more than 45 venues in the Inner West on Sunday, 12 July.

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Aus Tour Promoter Untitled Group Pays Tribute To Oliver Tree

“Untitled is deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Oliver Tree,” the promoters shared today.

Tiësto

Tiësto Confirmed To Headline Dreamstate Festival's 2027 Edition

Dutch producer Tiësto will return to his roots for two-hour trance sets in both Sydney and Melbourne.

Sonny Fodera

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This week's The Music Power Pick revealed.

Shady Nasty

WIN Tickets To See Shady Nasty Perform At Open Season 2026!

Enter now to win tickets to Shady Nasty performing at Open Season!

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Live Review: Thundamentals @ Felons Barrel Room, Sydney

Thundamentals took their diehard audience on a musical roller coaster through their truly remarkable catalogue of popular music.

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BIGSOUND Reveals Festival Showcase Line-up For 2026 Event

“This year’s program is packed with artists pushing boundaries, building real momentum, and creating the kind of moments BIGSOUND is known for,” said programmers Casey O’Shaughnessy and Katie Rynne.

Cassian

Cassian Announces 2026 Australian Open-Air Headline Shows

For both Australian shows, Cassian will host an exceptional roster of supporting talent.

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