Groovin the Moo Drops 2016 Lineup

Here's the announcement we've all been waiting for: who will be performing on this year's regional touring music festival, Groovin the Moo. In alphabetical order, the heavily-Stateside headliners include: Alison Wonderland, Boo Seeka, Boy & Bear, British India, Client Liaison, Danny Brown (USA), Drapht, DZ Deathrays, Emma Louise, Golden Features, Harts, Illy, In Hearts Wake, … Continue reading Groovin the Moo Drops 2016 Lineup →

King Parrot Frontman Lecture

The terms "lecture" and "grindcore" aren't often used together in a sentence, but that's exactly what we get to do today with news that metal/grindcore act King Parrot's frontman will be giving a lecture this weekend. Matt Young will be presenting the free online lecture, hosted by Music Business Facts, to teach aspiring musos how … Continue reading King Parrot Frontman Lecture →

The Ghost Inside Drummer Loses Leg Following Tragic Accident

A few months back we brought you the news of American band The Ghost Inside's tragic tour bus crash which claimed the lives of two drivers, including their bus driver, Greg Hoke. Drummer Andrew Tkaczyk has confirmed via an Instagram post that he lost his leg as a result of the crash: "So the rumors are true everyone! … Continue reading The Ghost Inside Drummer Loses Leg Following Tragic Accident →

Rage Tribute to David Bowie

There's plenty of David Bowie tributes happening around Australia this weekend, but if you're keen to keep the party going (or feeling like a social recluse) ABC's weekend music staple rage will be screening an all-Bowie special tonight, celebrating the iconic artist's 40-year career. A true artist, Bowie will be remembered for the legacy of his music, … Continue reading Rage Tribute to David Bowie →

Soundwave Fallout Continues

While the fallout from yesterday's not-so-shock announcement continues, with promoter AJ Maddah and ticketing company Eventopia still exchanging blows today, one band from this year's festival has started a crowd funding campaign to recoup their losses. UK band Monuments - one of many listed as an outstanding debt totalling $16 million AUD - has created a … Continue reading Soundwave Fallout Continues →

Another One Bites The Dust: Soundwave Festival Canned

After much speculation and shit-slinging this week, it's official - Soundwave Festival is cancelled. Promoted AJ Maddah has been fending off the rumours all week after 2016 drawcards Bring Me The Horizon said they weren't officially locked in for the festival, despite being on the announced lineup. Since then, L7 officially announced they wouldn't be … Continue reading Another One Bites The Dust: Soundwave Festival Canned →

The Big Ass Tour’s Big Ass Replacement

The Ghost Inside had to pull out of the Big Ass Tour's Australian and New Zealand run with The Amity Affliction, A Day To Remember and Motionless In White following a fatal bus crash in the US late last month. Their statement read: "Hi friends. I hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend. Through the grace … Continue reading The Big Ass Tour’s Big Ass Replacement →

Confirmed: Scott Weiland Dead at 48

Sadly, it's the confirmation we didn't want to see. Former Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver frontman Scott Weiland has died at the age of 48. A statement on his official Facebook page reads: "Scott Weiland, best known as the lead singer for Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver, passed away in his sleep while … Continue reading Confirmed: Scott Weiland Dead at 48 →

Man Charged Over Stereosonic Drug Supply

Police investigating the death of 25-year old Sydney pharmacist Sylvia Choi at Stereosonic last weekend have charged a man with drug supply. As Fairfax reports, Daniel Dung Huynh, 25, was arrested this morning and charged with two counts of supplying a prohibited drug. Choi reportedly took "at least one ecstasy" pill and drank MDMA dissolved in … Continue reading Man Charged Over Stereosonic Drug Supply →

Sinead O’Connor – A Woman On The Edge?

Irish singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor has been found safe and sound after a series of increasingly disturbing posts on her Facebook page - the last saying she had taken an overdose. The last post read: "There is only so much any woman can be expected to bear. What was done to me this week was appalling … Continue reading Sinead O’Connor – A Woman On The Edge? →