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Tyler Jenke, Journalist

Tyler Jenke

Originally from Adelaide, Tyler Jenke is a Melbourne-based journalist, author, musician, lecturer, and podcast host with more than a decade of experience in writing and publishing. Having originally created an exhaustive database dedicated to triple j’s Hottest 100 countdown, the past decade has seen them working as a prolific writer across websites such as Tone Deaf, Billboard, and Music Feeds, with three years spent as the Editor of Rolling Stone Australia.

Outside of the world of the written word, you can often find them researching obscure music facts, working on their own musical career, collecting copious amounts of vinyl, tapes, and CDs, or simply situated in the front row of a live concert.

Features / Music
Vapors Of Morphine
Are AI And Meta Censoring Tour Announcements? Vapors Of Morphine Certainly Think So
As US group Vapors Of Morphine ready themselves to tour Australia, there's a good chance you might not even know about their upcoming local visit. As they explain, you can blame AI and Meta for that.
News / Music
Joey Molland
Badfinger Guitarist Joey Molland Passes Away, Aged 77
Joey Molland served as the guitarist of Badfinger's classic lineup, appearing on hits such as 'No Matter What' and 'Day After Day'.
News / Music
In The Heights
Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'In The Heights' Musical Sets Melbourne Debut
Having set Broadway alight, the debut musical from 'Hamilton's' Lin-Manuel Miranda will be hitting Melbourne in August.
News / Music
Good Neighbours
Good Neighbours Announce 2025 Australian Tour
The British indie duo are returning to Australia, announcing a four-date trek of the country for May.
News / Music
The New York Dolls' David Johansen
New York Dolls Vocalist David Johansen Dies, Aged 75
David Johansen found fame as a member of the influential New York Dolls, before embarking on a career as a solo performer and actor.
News / Music
Neil Young & Crazy Horse
Neil Young Shares Plans For Free Ukraine Concert
Neil Young will kick off his upcoming European tour with a show in Ukraine.
News / Music
Green Day
Green Day 'Saviors' Tour Setlist Revealed
Between classic album play-throughs and beloved hits, Green Day's Australian tour kick-off was one for the books.
Features / Music
Dermot Kennedy
Set Times, Site Map & More: Everything You Need To Know About Dermot Kennedy's MISNEACH
With just weeks to go until Dermot Kennedy's MISNEACH festival kicks off, here's all you need to know about the celebration of Irish music and culture!
Industry / News
The Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar
The Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar Address Neo-Nazi Event Claims
“We have never hosted a nazi show, and we never would. We are an anti-nazi venue and stand directly against any behaviour relating to them.”
News / Music
Spacey Jane
Spacey Jane Announce Australian Tour Alongside New Single 'How To Kill Houseplants'
Spacey Jane will be hitting the road for an extensive run of Aussie dates after the release of forthcoming album, 'If That Makes Sense'.
News / Music
CIVIC
CIVIC To Support The Sex Pistols And Frank Carter On Australian Tour
The upcoming tour from the Sex Pistols Featuring Frank Carter just got bigger, with Melbourne's own CIVIC joining the bill.
News / Music
Esoteric Music Festival
Esoteric Music Festival Under Threat As Council Attempts To Block Permit
One week ahead of kick-off for the Esoteric Music Festival, the local Buloke Shire Council is recommending the event's planning permit be refused.