What's Going On in Melbourne and Surrounds
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James Vincent McMorrow: Spatial Awareness. Australian Tour 2014
James Vincent McMorrow’s music is tailor-made to fill big spaces, metaphorically and literally. Luckily for him – and us – an upcoming show at QPAC will allow it to do just
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Gary Numan On 'Splinter'
They say it's his best album yet, but Gary Numan's 'Splinter (Songs From A Broken Mind)' almost never happened.
Numan first announced 'Splinter' way back in 2007... -
Saskwatch Nose Dive Tour 2014
The nine-piece Melbourne group that shares its name with the Canadian mountain man is in the middle of their ‘Nose Dive’ tour.
Saskwatch will be wrapping up the... -
Introducing East Of Ely
Born from a mere appreciation for hardware and a love for American TV personality Mike Wolfe, Sydney-based five-piece East Of Ely was built on borrowed vintage gear housed at
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Five Types Of Precipitation In Melbourne With The Tiger & Me
As Victorians, The Tiger & Me have a nuanced understanding of rain, resulting in 78 distinct categories understood by all locals.
It is raining right now as I... -
Five Op Shop Tips With Ella Hooper
Before she became a team member as part of the revitalised ‘Spicks And Specks’, you may remember Ella Hooper fronting the rock band Killing Heidi.
The 2DayFM host... -
Infinity Broke: East Coast Australian Tour
Jamie Hutchings’ (Bluebottle Kiss) latest project, Infinity Broke, will be celebrating their debut album release with a full tour of the east coast.
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The Beards: No Razors Required
Besides laying down new tracks for The Beards’ fourth album, Facey McStubblington has been incredibly busy “stroking my beard, calming my beard, writing songs about beards…
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Redefining Labels With Milwaukee Music
Are you a budding musician wanting to crack the industry? Then you should head to Milwaukee.
Having dealt with his fair share of major labels, artist and producer... -
The Acfields: Quality Family Time
Homegrown sibling folk duo The Acfields are kicking off a busy year with the release of single 'Grabbed Me By The Heart' and an accompanying tour.
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Liars To Tour In Australia
Electronic group Liars are heading to Australia to celebrate the release of their LP 'Mess'.
The three piece, comprised of Angus Andrew, Aaron Hemphill and Julian... -
Emerge Festival Returns
Emerge Festival will celebrate its 11th anniversary of presenting new refugee and emerging artists who have recently settled in Australia.
For two months the... -
Temples: Psych Analysis
It only takes a quick glance at UK four-piece Temples to kickstart a time-travelling experience.
Syd Barrett curls, tasselled Hendrix outfits and faraway eyes make... -
Rufus Are Escapism Artists
One of the wonderful things about music is its manifold significances. There’s no ultimate meaning for a song, and likewise the desired sensation that comes from listening
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Brainstorming With The DZ Deathrays
DZ Deathrays will release their new album, ‘Black Rat’, in early May and accompany its release with an Australian tour.
“It’s a bit more dynamic than the first... -
Kylie's Locomotion At Trak
Kylie Minogue performed a one-hour set at Melbourne's Trak Lounge in Toorak last night.
The Melbourne native was in town ahead of her Logies Awards appearance... -
Cut Copy Will Free Your Mind, Body And Soul
Witnessing the power and influence that music can have over audiences, and its ability to transcend language and culture, is what keeps Cut Copy frontman Dan Whitford
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Redcoats Are Back
Since they emerged in 2011, Redcoats have managed to release a full length album, tour with a number of national acts as well as land on the bills of a number of
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The Bronx Australian Tour
All the way from Los Angeles, California, The Bronx have announced their triumphant return to the east coast of Australia.
Brandishing their ability to kill it, to... -
Lorde Tour Postponed
Lorde has been forced to postpone her Australian tour due to illness.
Frontier Touring has announced that, under doctor's advice, Lorde will return to New Zealand...