Live Music
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Premiere: Stream Michael Ward's New Single 'No Regrets'
An alt. country, blues-roots musician from Western Australia, Michael Ward has years of experience performing live across the country.
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Review: Celebrating Neil Young @ The Triffid (Brisbane)
Although only a tribute show, the power of Neil Young's catalogue still resonates in 2025, with the sold-out sign out front of Brisbane's The Triffid last Friday for the
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Diljit Dosanjh Australia 2025 Tour
Global superstar Diljit Dosanjh is set to make history once again.
Already the first Indian artist to play Coachella (in 2023), the 'Lemonade', 'Born To Shine'... -
M.I.A. Australia 2025 Tour
A pioneering force for woman rappers British-Sri Lankan artist-activist M.I.A. has extended her Australian visit this spring.
The 'Paper Planes' and 'Bad... -
5 Morning Rituals That Ground The Chaos
1NN3R53LF is a Melbourne-based producer and DJ known for his high-energy, euphoric dance music.
Since debuting in November 2023, he has quickly gained attention... -
Josh Pyke Shares His Memories Of Recording-Touring His Debut EP 'Feeding The Wolves'
This November marks the 20th anniversary of Josh Pyke's debut EP, 'Feeding The Wolves', which launched the singer-songwriter onto a journey of international touring and seven
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The Screaming Jets' Dave Gleeson Can't Stop Grinning
When Dave Gleeson talks about Airlie Beach, you can hear the grin in his voice.
The Screaming Jets frontman has played plenty of sweaty pub gigs in his time,... -
5 Favourite Vintage Clothing Stores Darcie Haven Shops At Regularly
Raised on a farm in a remote corner of WA, and now Melbourne based, Darcie Haven is redefining the boundaries of diaristic songwriting in Australia.
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Introducing nightlight
A Melbourne-based trio carving their place in the Australian alternative music scene, nightlight blend elements of hyperpop, metalcore and alternative pop.
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Introducing Intermood
Swearing an allegiance to always bring the ruckus, Intermood's blend of instrumental psychedelic jazz and high energy neo-disco has emerged out of sweaty, sold-out shows
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Review: Alex Warren @ The Riverstage (Brisbane)
It all began with a simple screen change, 15 minutes before showtime. Nothing extravagant, just a photo of the man we were all there to see, Alex Warren, alongside a playful
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5 Artists Tash Sultana Is Keen To Catch At BIGSOUND 2025
For the first time in six years, Tash Sultana will headline an Australian tour.
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Review: The Used @ Northcote Theatre (Melbourne)
The Used's 25th anniversary tour of Australia has been nothing short of a victory lap.
Demand was so high that multiple second shows were added across the... -
Secondhand Serenade Australia 2025 Tour
For the first time in 16 years, Secondhand Serenade returns to Australia late 2025.
A collection of soul-baring anthems, Secondhand Serenade will be joined by... -
Big Time Rush Australia 2026 Tour
After making their Australian live debut last year, American boy band Big Time Rush return in 2026.
The 'Boyfriend', 'Worldwide' and 'Til I Forget About You'... -
BIGSOUND 2025: scenestr's National Music Editor Picks Their Must-See Artists
One of the best places to discover untapped independent music talent anywhere in the southern hemisphere, if you're a music lover who owns the playlist in your friendship
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5 Lessons GLVES Learned Growing Up Feeling Like An Outsider
GLVES (pronounced 'gloves') is a Kaurareg, Fijian First Nations alt-pop artist born in lutruwita (Tasmania) and based in Magandjin (Brisbane).
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Introducing Charlie Needs Braces
GuriNgai sisters Charlie and Miri from live-looping act Charlie Needs Braces have drawn in audiences across Australia, their energetic musical landscapes weaving together
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Review: Keith Urban @ Qudos Bank Arena (Sydney)
Sydney hasn't stopped drowning in rain for days, but there's one place in town dry as a Tennessee tumbleweed.
Keith Urban pulls into town for his High And... -
Review: The Dillinger Escape Plan @ The Tivoli (Brisbane)
Punters are trading half-grins and low-key taunts about the coming riot and past shows, as they gather to celebrate The Dillinger Escape Plan's 'Calculating Infinity'
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