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Speaking at a press conference in Sydney a short time ago, the Hon. George Souris (NSW Minister for Tourism, Major Events and the Arts) alongside the President of Disney Theatrical Group, Thomas Schumacher, on satellite from New York (along with a few performers from the Broadway production), announced the return of The Lion King to…

Yesterday the sun came out in Sydney, without a cloud in sight, and the revellers came out in force, selling out the 2012 Laneway Festival in the mid afternoon. Bands M83 (pictured above), Feist, The Drums, Cults and Active Child received among the largest crowds (and singalongs thanks to their triple j hits) of the…

If it wasn’t for the surprising amount of attention Big Day Out has received for not selling out as in previous years, you wouldn’t have known that the Sydney Big Day Out wasn’t a sell out. Lines were still long (but reasonable), stages were still packed, more people arrived before noon than we had seen…

We have a pile of new live show announcements for you on this Friday, and we kick things off with three hotly anticipated Soundwave sideshows… for more details about these shows, head to the Soundwave Official Website. Cobra Starship + Forever The Sickest Kids + These Kids Wear Crowns -+ Kill Hannah MONDAY 27TH FEBRUARY…

Fresh from winning the FBi SMAC ‘Remix the City’ Award for 2011, Jurassic Lounge is back in 2012 with another summer season of after-hours events at the Australian Museum in Sydney. Dinosaurs and dragons will unite on 31st January 2012 when Jurassic Lounge launches its third season with an official City of Sydney Chinese New…

One of our favourite bands in the world right about now, Bombay Bicycle Club, are finally making a visit to Australia supporting Elbow in March. And now they’ve announced some headline shows of their own, too! Perth – Astor Theatre – Sunday March 18th (All Ages) Book through www.bocsticketing.com.au Melbourne – Corner Hotel – Tuesday…

The one and only Fatboy Slim will be gracing our shores as part of Future Music Festival, ready to show us his new visual interactive show after a three year absence from our shores. He’ll also be touring through Sydney and Melbourne for sideshows with Ajax, and we’d also like to request the attendance of…

Welcome to our new weekly news feature where we round up the latest news in the world of album release dates. We’ll be pounding through dozens of news pieces from the last few weeks, so let’s get moving! Unless otherwise mentioned, all release dates apply to Australia only. In This Issue: Of Montreal, Sleigh Bells,…

Today we’re also premiering the new section “The State Of Affairs”, where we fill you in on what’s been happening of late in the local and international music and arts industries. From break ups to make ups, from firings to hirings… you’ll read it all here. In This Issue: All-Ages Events get a load of…

In our new news series, here’s the latest news from the world of the arts… In This Issue: Washington artwork to exhibit in Sydney, Sydney Dance Company announces new dancers, Strandbeest to roam Fed Square, Queens Street Stdio announces Residents, Alaska Project to present Samuel Hodge, WASHINGTON ARTWORK TO EXHIBIT IN SYDNEY To celebrate her…

Sydney Festival has announced the official line-up of artists that will be appearing at the Jägermeister ‘Hunting Lodge’, which will be popping up in Honda Festival Garden in Hyde Park from next week, 10-29 January 2012, as a semi-permanent bar and performance space. The Jägermeister Hunting Lodge will be home to a series of intimate…

Fed Square’s FREE live music series, Fed Square Live presented by The Push continues through January with a line up of indie, blues, dance and rock performances by Australia’s top independent acts and emerging talent. The January line up features Bleeding Knees Club + Snakadaktal (12 January) and Stonefield + Tessa and The Typecast (19…

As we hit the second day of 2012, we take a look back at how hundreds of thousands of music fans around Australia brought in 2012 through a string of events on New Years Eve and New Years Day. PEATS RIDGE FESTIVAL Over 10,000 music fans a day travelled to picturesque Peats Ridge – just…

In February 2012 three of the nations hottest upcoming outfits – millions, Nantes and Northeast Party House – are combining their indie-rock sounds for a co-headline tour around the country – The Triple Treat Tour. MILLIONS Brisbane brings to the table garage-pop marvels millions. They were barely six months old when they were hand-picked by…

Last night, in front of a packed industry crowd at Sydney’s Oxford Art Factory, the 2011 J Awards winners were announced, and Gotye was crowned the big winner of the night – winning the J Award for Australian album of the year after Art Vs Science belted out their hit single “A.I.M Fire!”, which was…

The Frontier Touring Company today announced that singer/songwriter Adam Cohen – son of legendary poet-balladeer Leonard Cohen – will head to Australian shores for a series of intimate shows next March. It’s his first tour of Australia and he’ll be showcasing the unique and distinctive voice that has made him a success in his own…

Organisers of Canberra’s Mission To Launch Festival regretfully announce that the festival has suspended ticket sales and is officially cancelled. The decision has been a very difficult one for organisers who, as Canberra locals themselves, envisaged bringing a world-class party to the nation’s capital for New Year’s Eve. Unfortunately, the current economic climate has seen…

Let’s get those diaries open… it’s time for the Big Day Out sideshow announcements! While this is the vast majority of sideshows we’ll be getting for BDO in 2012, we’re sure there’s more dates to come and more artists to be announced so stay tuned… but for now… away we go! Tickets to all shows…

They concluded one of the longest Australian tours by any international act in 2010, now Guttermouth are returning to their second home to do an extended tour of the East Coast of Australia. Straight out of Huntington Beach, California; Guttermouth have been stirring controversy for almost 25 years with few bands matching the intensity on…

Super Best Friends announce the release of Karma Karma – the first single from the band’s soon to be released EP, Handshake – and a tour to go along with it. Throughout November, the Canberra three piece will take their show on the road, playing to crowds in Sydney, south coast and regional NSW, Canberra,…

Ready yourself, the return of Ladyhawke is imminent… Ladyhawke proudly announced the details of two extremely intimate gigs happening this month on the East Coast. Wednesday 23rd November – Phoenix Bar, Sydney Wednesday 7th December – The Tote, Melbourne The gigs will be the first time those of local shores will be able to soak…

Each year, not only do the IF Awards support the Australian film and television industry but also embrace the local music scene to support local acts and celebrates those behind the camera of our favourite music videos. Performing at this year’s show, Tim Freedman and The Idle will join the musically artistic Eddie Perfect, for…

Field Day, synonymous with New Year’s Day for young Sydneysiders is back to throw down its 12th serving of the very best in indie, dance and incredibly good times. The city’s original multi-stage outdoor party is renowned for the gathering of friends coming together for a fantastic fun filled first day of the year. There…

Triple J is drip feeding the BDO 2012 announcement … Here we go! Kanye West, Soundgarden, Kasabian ROYKSOPP!!!, Girl Talk, Best Boast, Cage The Elephant, The Getaway plan, Foster The People, Frenzal Rhomb, OFWGKTA, The Jezabels, Battles, Mariachi El Bronx, Parkway Drive, Architecture in Helsinki, Boy and Bear, Hilltop Hoods, The Living End, My Chemical…

The Smirnoff Co. yesterday launched the next Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project with the audacious goal of getting 10 million people to discover, share and swap the most original nightlife experiences in 50 countries. The Smirnoff Nightlife Exchange Project is an ambitious attempt to discover the world’s most unique and interesting nightlife, culminating in one-of-a-kind experiences…

Changing Lanes Festival is back on the 17th of September for its second consecutive year, this time taking over the lower end of Devonshire St and its surrounding laneways and venues, all in the name of raising funds for FBi Radio. MAPS Entertainment and FBi Radio are transforming Devonshire St into a cultural wonderland featuring…

The Frontier Touring Company are not just delighted, they’re damn well besides themselves with giddy excitement, to announce what is arguably THE biggest rock concerts of the summer. #1 chart-toppers the Foo Fighters are returning to Australia and New Zealand for stadium shows and they’re bringing some pretty awesome friends in tow: none other than…

The Tallest Man On Earth, aka songwriter Kristian Matsson (Sweden), returns to Australian shores this October for The Tallest Man On Earth Australian Tour. Joining Matsson, is Australian troubadour, Old Man River. Matsson is the rarest of performers. Charismatic and captivating, his passion for performance bleeds through every single time he takes to the stage….

Short-listed in 2010 in the Live Category for the NME Music Photography Awards, The English Gentleman bestows Mart Gallery with some of his favourites… A rising star in capturing the spirit of fine rock and roll moments in Sydney, the English Gentleman came onto the music scene 3 years ago. Originally from London, he moved…

Finally! The EP by Sydney group The Laurels is almost here! Mesozoic will be released on July 8th…. and they’ve got a few shows to support the launch (scroll down to view). In the meantime, here is one of our favourite tracks from the band “Black Cathedral”. Enjoy! MESOZOIC TOUR DATES Friday July 8th @…