Reputable news sources across the globe are reporting the sudden and tragic death of Peaches Honeyblossom Geldof, second daughter of Paula Yates and Bob Geldof early this morning, AEST. A day ago, Geldof posted a photo of herself as a child in her late mother's arms on her Instagram account. Reports suggest Geldof was found deceased by … Continue reading Peaches Geldof Dead at 25
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Splendour Lineup Shaping Up
The Splendour in the Grass rumour mill has been running hot for months with names like London Grammar, Bombay Bicycle Club, Sky Ferreria and Outkast being tipped for the official lineup announcement in coming months. Melbourne-based electronic artist Chet Faker (aka Nick Murphy) has confirmed his third consecutive appearance at the festival in a recent interview with Purple Sneakers. … Continue reading Splendour Lineup Shaping Up
Confirmed: GWAR Frontman Dave Brockie Dead at 50
We had hoped it was a sick, cruel internet hoax, but sadly GWAR's manager Jack Flanagan has confirmed Dave Brockie, AKA Oderus Urungus, has passed away aged 50. In a statement just released, Flanagan said: "It is with a saddened heart, that I confirm my dear friend Dave Brockie, artist, musician, and lead singer of … Continue reading Confirmed: GWAR Frontman Dave Brockie Dead at 50
GWAR Frontman Dead?
We are currently trying to confirm or deny reports circulating online today that GWAR frontman Dave Brockie has died. Style Weekly has reported that "several sources" have informed them of Brockie's death, saying the singer of the satirical thrash metal band, who made headlines on the Soundwave tour last month by decapitating an effigy of Australian … Continue reading GWAR Frontman Dead?
Regional Queensland Get Your Geek On!
From Supanova to Comic Con, celebrations of pop culture are on the rise in Australia as more and more people let their geek flag fly. Mackay will this year play host to the first family friendly fan convention in a regional centre, with Sugar City Con on Saturday 23 August. The event is being organized … Continue reading Regional Queensland Get Your Geek On!
River Sessions Drop Price and Lineup
River Sessions is as native to Mackay as sugar cane. Now in it's sixth year, the home grown festival is back on 28 June with a few minor changes set to improve the experience, including:A local stage to give more North Queensland bands an opportunity for exposureA dance stage set to run all dayMarket stalls … Continue reading River Sessions Drop Price and Lineup
Your Band, Your Brand
It's all well and good to take a 'fight the man' mentality when it comes to your band. You want to retain the rights to your music, you want to control what happens with every aspect of it - after all, it's your intellectual property. Good for you! But refusing to brand your band under … Continue reading Your Band, Your Brand
Triple J Crosses Their Own Swords?
It's not blog update day, but this breaking news is worthy of a mention. Triple J announced today it's annual regional One Night Stand, which brings big-name artists to tiny towns, will be taking Illy and Dan Sultan to an undisclosed location on Saturday 17 May this year. Four more artists and the location are … Continue reading Triple J Crosses Their Own Swords?
Crowdfunding Makes Crossroads Album Pozible
North Queensland's own rock-jazz-roots-fusion band Crossroads has jumped on the crowd-funding bandwagon in an attempt to make their debut full-length studio album 'pozible'. The foursome has, in just a few years, amassed a loyal following across NQ, performing at festivals including Palm Creek Folk Festival, Cultural Fest and Mission Beach Evolve in support of their … Continue reading Crowdfunding Makes Crossroads Album Pozible
Wayne Static’s Death Trip Revisited
Wisconsin Death Trip is the album that started it all for Californian industrial metal band Static-X, and while the band members have gone their separate ways, former front man and namesake Wayne Static will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the album with a worldwide tour. Static released his debut solo album, Pighammer, in 2011, and … Continue reading Wayne Static’s Death Trip Revisited
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