The staff at the Au Review keep their ears close to the ground when it comes to recent music tour news. From extra shows to support announcements we've got you covered. Read on for all the latest tour updates from bands like Wild Flag, Fire! Santa Rosa, Fire!, Snakadaktal, City and Colour and much more.

One of Sydney's most recognisable venues, the Annandale Hotel is more than just a music venue; it's an institution. It is known Australia wide as a stepping stone for young bands and artists to pursue their dreams of rock and roll fame and now it is time to give back to a place that has given the Australian music scene so much.

Just announced: Florida-born rap superstar Flo Rida will be joining the legendary Grandmaster Flash and some of Australia’s biggest acts to perform at the Sidetracked Music Festival.

The chart-busting singing sensation, the Hilliard Ensemble, is known for its “riveting” stage performances of vocal music and for selling millions of records world-wide, and now they've announced they'll be hitting out shores!

Following a month-long tussle with the Department Of Immigration And Citizenship, Sydney trio Set Sail are pleased to announce the return of their lead singer Brandon Hoogenboom and a run of new dates.

With the starters flag unfurled Calling All Cars are set to roll out The Delirium Tour, and in their continuing efforts in the war against the jive have invited co-conspirators Strangers and Arts Martial along for the fun.

After an acclaimed 18-city tour on 2011, The Funkoars will hit the road again in what will be another amazing run of shows!

Australian rock and roll spirits Dangerous!, who were the first Australian act ever to sign a worldwide deal with Epitaph, are poised to take over the world starting this March!

Future Music Festival announce the return of the First Class Lounge, adds more artists!

The exclusive Future Music First Class Lounge is back in force for 2012, with the opportunity for festival goers to experience the ultimate star-studded Future Music Festival experience. Hosted by model Vogue Williams, the First Class Lounge experience boasts exclusive perks including:

Start firing up the Splendour In The Grass rumours; Bloc Party have announced their first post-reunion show at the Melt! Festival in Germany.

Welcome to the 6th edition of the AU review’s weekly ARTS review, where we present the latest news from the world of Arts and Film.

In This Issue: The Adelaide Fringe opening celebrations kick off, Steve Reich takes up residence at the Sydney Opera House, Mick Turner tours Dirty Three cover art exhibition, Brisbane neo-cabaret showcase and fresh new comedy theater at The Old Fitzroy.

More than 100 music venues from around the country will celebrate Australia's thriving live music scene at National Slam Day on February 23rd 2012. The day comes exactly two years after 20,000 passionate music fans marched down Melbourne's Swanston Street for the inaugural SLAM Day in response to crippling Victorian liquor licensing laws, creating the largest cultural protest in Australia's history. History is made again in 2012, as it will be the first time so many venues have simultaneously supported a single cause.

Melbourne act Zoophyte are returning to the live stage in 2012 after a hiatus and line up change dominated the last few years of their career. The band's follow up record to 2007's Another Point of View, recorded in Melbourne is due out this year and the band will be premiering this new material over a few concert dates through the next few months. Catch them where you can!

Zoophyte Tour Dates

Sat 25 Feb - Zoo Twilight, Melbourne

It's hard to believe that Husky only really burst out onto the national music radar last year with their debut record Forever So. Since then they've done multiple festivals and tours, including Gotye's massive Making Mirrors launch tour and now, only a few months into 2012, the Melbourne lads have become the first Australian band to be signed to renowned American label, Sub Pop.