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SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY October 8, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: The Cat Empire, The Bamboos, Kodaline, Smusko, Goodfrnd, Nightwish, BIG ASS TRUCK I.E., DIIV, Death To
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SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY October 8, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: The Cat Empire, The Bamboos, Kodaline, Smusko, Goodfrnd, Nightwish, BIG ASS TRUCK I.E., DIIV, Death To

Fresh from the release of their blistering new album Paddywhackery, Irish firebrands The Mary Wallopers today announce their return to Australia and long-awaited New Zealand debut,

Frankston four-piece The Gnomes today announce a new EP ‘With A Gnome’ (out 4th November) and reveal new single ‘Batteries’ – a thrilling departure from their

Following a hugely successful Australian tour in 2024, acclaimed Liverpool songwriter Jamie Webster returns to Australia this December for a special run of Australian headline shows,

Capping off a run of massive headline and festival dates across North America, The Strokes returned home for a sold-out show at Flushing Meadows Corona Park

LAURA FRANK’s long-awaited debut album, LIFE IN THE FRONT SEAT, has arrived with impact: a record of intimate and open storytelling, delivered by a powerful

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to see Brooks Wackerman, drummer for Avenged Sevenfold, live in Sydney for a special performance, drum clinic, Q&A and signing session.

After 13 extraordinary years of red dirt, big skies and even bigger music line-ups, the Birdsville Big Red Bash will return to the edge of the

British alt-rock icons return to Australia for the first time in more than a quarter of a century, performing three landmark albums in full

There are few bands who can make a song feel like a surreal dream, like a classic midnight movie, like a whisper heard through a wall

The multi-award-winning Riverboats Music Festival is celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2027, returning to the banks of the Murray River on Yorta Yorta country at Echuca-Moama with

Get ready for a rockin’ RED HOT SUMMER TOUR for 2027 which will bring together a massive Aussie line-up. It will be headlined by the iconic

One of the world’s biggest rock bands is coming to Crown Melbourne’s newest entertainment venue. For one unforgettable evening, Foo Fighters will play an exclusive and

SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY October 1, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: Michael G. Jones, Jacobs Run, Black Market Clash, Among The Restless, Taylor Moss, The Deliverables, TURMION KÄTILÖT,

It is with much sadness that we share the news that acclaimed Melbourne-based Australian guitarist, composer and musical director Matthew James Fagan passed away on Monday

With one week until the gates open, DINGO Music & Arts Festival has unveiled the full program for its inaugural edition, running 8–11 October across Bangalow

Scottish live powerhouse return for their biggest Australian tour yet NEW ALBUM BEAUTIFUL MISTAKES OUT NOVEMBER 6 VIA COOKING VINYL TICKETS ON SALE 10AM, SEPTEMBER 30

Report by Greg Phillips I have no idea what goes through the mind of a 22 year old female artist in 2026 and won’t attempt to

Following a Top 10 ARIA Australian Albums chart debut for their first album in 23 years, the rapturously received Rae Street, and an almost-completely sold out received “Original

Today, The Avalanches announce their return to Australian stages, with six performances across the country in February and March 2027. For more than 25 years, the

Julien’s Auctions, the industry-leading music memorabilia auction house, is thrilled to partner with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, acclaimed songwriter and guitarist Rick Nielsen to

JON CLEARY & THE ABSOLUTE MONSTER GENTLEMEN . TWO-TIME GRAMMY AWARD WINNER BRINGS GOOD TIME FUNK AND JOY OF NEW ORLEANS TO AUSTRALIA IN MARCH 2027

With Eric Church’s brand-new song “On The Road” reflecting on his storied career through the memories that stay with him, the 11-time GRAMMY nominee proves there are still new memories

Trafalgar Releasing and Mercury Studios today unveil the official trailer for OZZY & BLACK SABBATH: BACK TO THE BEGINNING, as tickets go on sale for the concert film

Ireland’s leading folk group, The High Kings, are thrilled to announce that one of their country’s most exciting emerging singer-songwriter, Dave Lofts will join them on their

Australian Musician magazine and Empire Music Studios present CAPTURED LIVE, an evening of celebration of the photographic work of JASON ROSEWARNE and 3 Decades of

SNIPPETZ: THURSDAY September 24, 2026 This week’s Snippetz includes: Lucy Gallant, Miriam Lieberman, Tilly Fenton, The Tryouts, ChillCheney, CJ Commerford & The Supertones, Besomora, Voodooland,

Manchester Born. Organ Driven. Forever Cool. Madchester royalty return! INSPIRAL CARPETS are part of Manchester’s holy trinity with the Stone Roses and Happy Mondays and will bring The Singles

Secret Sounds and Live Nation have today announced The Strokes’ highly anticipated return to Australia in February for Reality Awaits Australia 2027. The band has played to full houses in North America and

Gary “Angry” Anderson, the charismatic frontman of Australian hard-rock band Rose Tattoo, has died surrounded by his loved ones in Australia. He was 79. Anderson died

MG Live and Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce the return of Tash Sultana, one of Australia’s most influential and internationally acclaimed artists. The renowned multi-instrumentalist, producer and engineer will

Forged in basement shows and DIY venues in Richmond, Virginia, the impact and enduring legacy of LAMB OF GOD since forming in the mid 90s is nothing

The Monkee legend is back Down Under and he’s bringing six decades of hits, memories and rock ‘n’ roll history with him. Micky Dolenz is heading

Platinum-selling singer/songwriter and guitarist Malcolm Todd announces new Asia, Europe, UK and Australia dates for his sold-out Do That Again Tour. The newly announced run begins November 23 at

After huge anticipation, it can be revealed that “The Hayley Williams Show” will land in Australia for two very special, intimate nights in February 2027. Following extensive sold out North and

Tuareg musical pioneers and Grammy Award-winning ‘desert blues’ band Tinariwen today announce their return to Australia, with an initial seven date tour across February and March