Author: Pete Dovgan

Shoegaze pioneers Slowdive return to Australia this April/May to play Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney and Brisbane with special guests US indie rockers Beach Fossils. Slowdive will be performing a mix of fan favorites from albums such as  Souvlaki, Pygmalion, and Slowdive, alongside songs from their critically acclaimed 2017 self-titled album. Shimmering guitars, lush atmospherics, and…

Norwegian singer-songwriter AURORA performed a spellbinding set to a sold out Hordern Pavilion in Sydney. AURORA set the tone for an evening that seamlessly transitioned from hauntingly beautiful ballads to energetic anthems. Each song delivered with her signature emotive intensity with dynamic lighting and visuals. Supported superbly by the talented Glaswegian Odd Luke and local…

The Flaming lips, led by their charismatic lead singer Wayne Coyne, took us on a psychedelic trip of songs from their classic 2002 release Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots plus a second set of all the hits including fan favourite “She Don’t Use Jelly”. Throughout the night, the Hordern Pavilion was transformed into a kaleidoscope…

CLIFFORDS are a five piece band from the city of Cork and are being hailed as the next big things to come out of Ireland after making waves internationally and from listening to their 2024 released single “Sleeping With Ghosts” I would have to agree. Lead singer and guitarist Iona Lynch and the band have…

Courteeners, one of the UK’s most iconic indie bands, are returning to Australia for an exciting 2025 tour. This marks the first time in several years that the band will be playing in Australia, and fans are in for a treat as the band brings their signature blend of raucous guitar anthems and heartfelt lyricism…

Last year, Synth pop pioneers New Order announced an Australian tour this March playing Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane and two nights at the iconic Sydney Opera House Forecourt. The shows at the Sydney Opera House have since sold out, but tickets still remain for the three other shows. At Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl, GA tickets…

Amyl and The Sniffers on their Cartoon Darkness World tour played to a sold out Hordern Pavilion in Sydney. The fans dressed for the occasion in their best pub rock outfit or tiny bikini and they were there to mosh, crowd surf and singalong to Amyl and The Sniffers punk rock anthems. Lead singer Amy…

IDLES conquered Sydney at a sold out Hordern Pavilion with a performance of the ages. The British band lead by singer Joe Talbot were a force to be reckoned with. Guitarist Lee Kiernan crowd surfed while playing and Mark Bowen fiery guitar work delivered high-energy and politically charged anthems. IDLES once again proved that they…

The iconic British punks Sex Pistols – with original members Steve Jones on guitar, Paul Cook on drums and Glen Matlock on bass – have announced they’re heading to Australia, for a set of shows never to be repeated in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. Jones, Cook and Matlock will be joined by Frank…

Suzi Quatro, the legendary rock icon, has just kicked off her monumental 40th anniversary Australian tour! This is the celebration of a career that’s spanned over four decades, defying generations, and redefining the sound of rock ‘n’ roll. From the moment she exploded onto the scene in the early ’70s, Suzi Quatro was more than…

US Indie outfit Band Of Horses played an exclusive, one-off gig at Enmore Theatre on an electric stormy night in Sydney with singer-songwriter Ben Bridwell and the band delivering a set full of emotion and intensity. Kicking off with Ben Bridwell playing solo on keys and singing “St.Augustine” off Band Of Horses 2006 debut album…

Scottish band Primal Scream returned to a packed out Sydney’s Enmore Theatre and delighted their fans to a mix of classic and new songs from their vast catalogue. The charismatic Bobby Gillespie one of the great lead singers from the 199o’s had the crowd dancing like no tomorrow from the opening song “Swastika Eyes” all…

British rock band IDLES return to Australia this January to play three shows in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney to showcase their latest and fifth album TANGK released in 2024. IDLES will be playing their biggest theatres to date in Australia after winning fans with their powerful and chaotic performances across Australia from previous tours including…

Norwegian alt-pop singer, songwriter, producer and star AURORA returns to Australia this February 2025 on her What Happened To The Earth? Part 4 tour. Due to popular demand after selling out Brisbane and Fremantle, a new show has been added at the Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane. In 2024 she released her fourth studio album What…

Scottish pioneers Primal Scream have announced a tour in Australia this January 2025. Their 1991 album Screamadelic launched them onto the British music scene with their combination of psychedelia, alternative rock dance sound influenced by the acid house scene and with DJ Andrew Weatherall mixing their first big hit “Loaded”. Last in Australia in 2018,…

TISM brought their Death To Art tour to Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion and it will go down as one of the best gigs of 2024 with incredible supports from Machine Gun Fellatio, Eskimo Joe, Ben Lee and The Mavis’s Sydney punters partied like it was 1999! Peter Dovgan brings you the images. You can read Mick’s…

English rock band The Cult played to an enthusiastic crowd at the iconic Sydney Opera House on their 8424 40th Anniversary tour. Original members Ian Astbury (lead singer) and Billy Duffy (lead guitarist) were in stellar form, delighting their fans with a brilliant display of rock and roll. Tickets are still available for their remaining…

The Saints ’73-’78 played a killer set of original punk songs from their massively influential first three albums (I’m) Stranded (1977), Eternally Yours (1978) and Prehistoric Sounds (1979). The Saints consist of original members Ed Kuepper on guitar, Ivor Hay on drums with Mudhoney’s Mark Arm on vocals, The Birthday Party / Bad Seeds guitarist…

Rock and Roll legends Pearl Jam from Seattle, USA totally blew the crowd away with a performance for the ages. It was full of emotion and pure energy to a sold out Sydney crowd. Supported beautifully by icons Pixies from Boston, USA. Peter Dovgan brings you the images.      

American influential alternative rock band Pixies played a special intimate sideshow at Sydney’s Liberty Hall. Currently on tour around Australia supporting Pearl Jam. Pixies delighted fans kicking off with their classics “Where Is My Mind?”, “Monkey Gone To Heaven”, “Wave Of Mutilation”, “Debaser” also including new songs “Chicken” and “Oyster Beds” off their latest 2024…

Fleshwater’s killer show at Crowbar Sydney brought the grunge and the crowd surfing all the way from Boston USA. Supported perfectly by Secret World and Futureheaven. Tickets still available here Sunday 17th November LaLaLas, Wollongong NSW Wednesday 20th November Revolver, Melbourne VIC Thursday 21st November Jive, Adelaide SA Friday 22nd November Lynotts Lounge, Perth WA…

Alt-pop sensation Isabel LaRosa will be bringing her Heaven Doesn’t Wait Tour to Australia in February 2025, and has just announced that Sydney has been added to the run of shows in Melbourne and Brisbane. Isabel will be playing at the beautiful Liberty Hall on Thursday the 27th of February. The Cuban-American singer, songwriter exploded into…

Hanabie are a self described Harajuku-core all girl band from Tokyo, Japan. They played their first ever headline tour in Australia at a packed out Sydney’s Liberty Hall to a mix of head banging metal fans and harajuku fashionistas. They totally impressed with their energetic, colourful and powerful display of upbeat nu-metal. Tickets for their…

Alternative indie legends from Boston, USA, Pixies have announced exclusive intimate live shows in Melbourne and Sydney this November. Pixies are in Australia supporting Pearl Jam on their current East Coast Australian tour. Image by Pete Dovgan Fans will be treated to hearing live their latest album release The Night The Zombies Came (2024) plus…

Sweden’s punk rock legends Viagra Boys totally destroyed Sydney’s Enmore Theatre with a performance some are already hailing as “gig of the year”. Lead singer Sebastian Murphy was fierce, lively, charismatic and backed equally by the band. Superbly supported by local Sydney punk outfit C.O.F.F.I.N. (Children of Finland Fighting in Norway). Pete Dovgan brings your…

Amyl and The Sniffers are on a high after announcing an Australian tour and releasing their new album, Cartoon Darkness. In the middle of their world tour Amyl and The Sniffers will play Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, Wollongong, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, supported by Bob Vylan (UK) and Miss Kaninna plus Party In The Paddock Festival in Tasmania….

Canadian singer-songwriter, record producer and actor The Weeknd on his After Hours Til Dawn tour performed to a sold out Accor Stadium Sydney and his fans went wild! Tickets still available for The Weeknd’s second Sydney Show on 23rd October 2024 tickets here Peter Dovgan brings you the images.  

English iconic multi-instrumentalist PJ Harvey returns to Australia to play the Sydney Opera House forecourt plus Golden Plains festival, WOMADelaide, and solo shows in Perth, Melbourne and Brisbane. PJ Harvey last toured Australia in 2017 to critical acclaim, thrilling her fans with songs from her classic albums. Supporting her solo shows will be legendary Australian guitarist…

Olivia delighted her screaming fans with a full on energetic performance. There are three shows remaining in Sydney. Head HERE for the chance to secure a ticket. You can read Sarah’s review of the first Melbourne show HERE. Pete Dovgan was there to bring you these images.  

Massive UK Indie band The Reytons played an exciting energetic show, matched by their very lively fans at Sydney’s Metro Theatre. Supported by two very talented local Indie bands Satin Cali and Sunset Avenue. The Reytons Set list: Red Smoke Adrenaline Let Me Breathe Harrison Lesser Retro Emporium Headache Market Street 2006 Cash In Hand…