Indie rock band Sticky Fingers - the very same band that sold out a string of Aussie shows before they were even advertised earlier this year - has just ruled itself out of this year's Splendour in the Grass. With the massive success of last year's Land of Pleasure, many expected the group to appear on … Continue reading STI FI Ruled out of SITG 2015
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New Direction for Zayn Malik
It pains us to write it, but One Direction's recently departed (uh, from the band) Zayn Malik has had some new solo material leaked online today... and it's actually pretty good. In a previously unannounced collab with UK producer Naughty Boy, Malik has apparently been laying down some smooth indie-folk tunes completely unlike his sugar … Continue reading New Direction for Zayn Malik
Confirmed: RIP Jeremy Brown
In an official statement from Scott Weiland's Facebook page just now: We received a call today about my friend Jeremy Brown that has shaken me to the core. We were all concerned this afternoon when Jeremy didn’t show up for a long-scheduled rehearsal for tonight’s album release show at School Night. An hour later, Jeremy’s … Continue reading Confirmed: RIP Jeremy Brown
Scott Weiland’s Guitarist Dead?
Unconfirmed reports from Hollywood today suggest that Jeremy Brown, guitarist for Stone Temple Pilots frontman Scott Weiland's new project Scott Weiland & The Wildabouts, has been found dead in the US. No other reports or cause of death has yet emerged. The band performed at SXSW in Texas earlier this month (pictured) and had a string … Continue reading Scott Weiland’s Guitarist Dead?
QANTAS To Assist Aussie Musos
Aussie musos rejoice! Qantas has announced a Musicians Additional Baggage Allowance to help traveling artists and their crews get around the country without huge excess baggage fees. A statement via the Australian Music Industry Network stated the airline will give musos a free baggage allowance at 23 kilos a piece. The extra baggage allowance is … Continue reading QANTAS To Assist Aussie Musos
Black Sabbath Announces ‘Farewell’ Ozzfest
If you're planning a trip to Japan this year, music fans might want to consider scheduling it for November, when Ozzfest will bring Black Sabbath there for - apparently - the final time. In a video announcement posted today, Sharon Osbourne said, “Ozzfest will be back in Japan on Nov. 21 and 22 and this will be … Continue reading Black Sabbath Announces ‘Farewell’ Ozzfest
#SW16 Dates Announced
This year's festival has only just finished, but already rumours are flying thick and fast about next year's Soundwave Festival. What we can confirm, however, is the dates. Soundwave announced today it will return to the one-day format again in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne in January next year. The event will be held in Brisbane … Continue reading #SW16 Dates Announced
Ricky Martin Townsville Show Venue Change
Ricky Martin's One World Tour show in Townsville has been moved... and an extra show added. Now that the final stage and production elements have been finalised, it was decided by Sony Music and Nine Live to move the show from 1300 Smiles Stadium to the Townsville Entertainment Centre to "facilitate the production requirements of … Continue reading Ricky Martin Townsville Show Venue Change
Fleetwood Mac Return to Oz
The iconic British-American band Fleetwood Mac has announced a return to Australian soil for the end of 2015. After cancelling tour plans two years ago, this makes it the first national tour in six years. It's also the first tour with all five original members in a while, after Christie McVie has reunited with the … Continue reading Fleetwood Mac Return to Oz
Jedediah Announce 20th Anniversary Tour
Who feels old right now? Perth indie rock band Jebediah has announced a national metro tour to celebrate it's 20th anniversary this year, to coincide with a tour compilation fittingly titled TWENTY. The TWENTY tour will feature special guests like Screamfeeder, Front End Loader, Turnstyle, Red Jezebel and Fur - some of whom will be … Continue reading Jedediah Announce 20th Anniversary Tour
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