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"Due to unforeseen circumstances, WU LYF have been forced to cancel their appearance at the Laneway Festival 2012, as well as their Sydney and Melbourne...
South African rockers Seether are returning to Australia in support of new album ‘Holding Onto Strings Better Left To Fray’. Shaun Morgan announced, "We...
- JamRock! Showcase - *** J BOOG ***Billboard's #1 International Reggae Artist of 2011 *** MILLION STYLEZ ***Europe's #1 Dancehall Reggae ArtistSaturday...
Following his sold out debut Australian DJ tour and the release of his self-titled album earlier this year – a former triple j Album of the Week – South...
East London via Southend-On-Sea band The Horrors have come a long way since 2005, when they graced the cover of the NME with eye-linered eyes, big hair,...
Performing for the very first time in Australia, Cavalera Conspiracy are set to cause mayhem around the nation performing at all Big Day Out festivals and...
MARIACHI EL BRONX, also known as ‘that punk band that started releasing Mariachi records’, are coming to Australia with the 2012 BIG DAY OUT festival as...
Ragged Company are proud to announce two very special Big Day Out side shows for Kitty, Daisy and Lewis for both Sydney and Melbourne in January...
Anyone who witnessed NYC group Battles at the Big Day Out in 2008, at their sold-out Sydney Festival Becks Bar show in the same year, or at either of...
Celebrating 35 years of living dead, UK gothic punk rockers, the Damned, make a triumphant return to Australia in January 2012. Lead by original members,...
After many attempts over the years, Immortal Technique will finally bring his raw political commentary to Australia in January 2012. Born in a military...
New York City is where it all started. Since the days Kool Herc put his hands on vinyl at his famous parties, this city has brought us some of the finest...
Kickstarting 2012 with an exceptionally loud BANG, Niche Productions presents a bassbin twisting triple bill showcasing the best of future music producers...
Troubadour Music is proud to present English ska legends BAD MANNERS. Fresh from Asia, they will be touring Australia and New Zealand this summer. After...
Sasha [5HR SET] + Special Guests Radio Slave & In Flagranti There are few brands that are widely held in such high regard as ‘One Night Only’. Although it...
As we prepare ourselves to say goodbye to 2011, and leave this year with many memories and good times, we take a look back on the events and artist that...
Tim Freedman is back with his first album in five years, Australian Idle, released on November 11 through Sony Music. Fans will be given a chance to see...
Explosions In The Sky have not only stuck faithfully to their roots, they've made the defining album of their career.” NME on Take Care, Take Care, Take...
The Lost Souls Club are on their fist tour of Australia. Hailing from Southampton in the UK the band will release their first EP call 'High Noon" at the...
Hailing from the backstreets of Sydney, The Snowdroppers are a four man punk-soul-gutter-blues tour de force. Blistering live shows and a love of the...
Glen Matlock(Sex Pistols / Rick Kids / The Faces)Clem Burke(Blondie / The Romantics/ Eurythmics)James Stevenson(Generation X / Chelsea/ The Cult / Gene...
Brace yourselves trance fans because Stereosonic and Totem Onelove are proud to present the four time world #1 DJ Armin van Buuren in a very intimate...
Almost four years since the release of their debut album “Other Voices, Other Rooms”, Melbourne four piece The Getaway Plan are set to release “Requiem” –...
Jebediah’s single ‘She’s Like A Comet’ rocketed its way to ARIA’s GOLD status in recent weeks, topping off the meteoric success it’s had for the band....
There's a rumbling in the deep.In November the Cruel Sea emerge from the billowy depths to shake off the barnacles and deliver some salty grooves and bone...
Brooklyn-based experimental rockers TV ON THE RADIO are one of the many bands exciting Australian music fans ahead of their appearance at the upcoming...
As Winter begins to wane and Spring starts to blossom on the horizon, The Grates have their sights firmly on the hot winds blowing Summer our way as they...
Jinja Safari are once again chasing a little mischief around the country and are calling upon their nation-wide friends to help them find it. Just months...
Fresh from 6 months in their Berlin studio and triumphant performances around Europe and at this year’s UK Glastonbury and Big Chill Festivals, Platinum...
The Drones are without a doubt one of the most acclaimed and revered bands of modern Australian music. Famous for their exhaustingly brutal live shows,...
Renowned globally for their killer live shows which sees them regularly performing worldwide, catch the much loved kings of dub Salmonella Dub (direct...
Right from word-go, it was clear Tonight Alive were going somewhere. A year on, courted by labels and management secured, with two stellar EPs (All Shapes...
“A likely contender for the finest indie rock record of the year, and a breathtakingly chaotic venture far beyond that genre's remit.” I Am Very Far...
Formed in 2003, Bloc Party have been one of the most influential rock bands in the past decade. Comprised of Kele Okereke, Russell Lissack, Matt Tong and...
Pete Murray is back with his first Australian tour in over two years to support the release of his brand spanking new album ‘Blue Sky Blue’. "The Free...
Niche Productions is ecstatic to present Booker T. Jones – live and direct from Memphis, Tennessee. From legendary Soul-Funk staples like ‘Green Onions’,...
Hailing from Los Angeles, Hollywood Undead first burst on the scene in 2008 with their signature brand of rap rock and furious energy. These masked...
Following on from their sold out national tour and stand out Splendour In The Grass performance, The Panics hit the road again in September and October...
Following their latest album's first two hits 'Mousetrap Heart' and 'All My Life', Thirsty Merc return with 'Tommy & Krista', arguably their strongest...
Pioneers of the 90s lo-fi movement, Sebadoh make their long awaited return to Australia this September for the first time in over 15 years. The band began...
Announcing ‘signs of life’, the second single from The Herd’s upcoming album, Future Shade (out on August 26).‘Signs of Life’ is inspired by the human...
Kimbra’s highly anticipated debut album VOWS is released on 02 SEPTEMBER 2011 and to support the release, Kimbra will embark on a national tour playing...
It's been a monster year for Birds of Tokyo ... an album that's nearly certified double platinum, multiple APRA Award nominations, a huge showing in...
The Monster Magnet 'Dopes To Infinity' tour has been cancelled. The promoters have stated:Due to several unforeseen factors beyond our control, we regret...
After a year long sabbatical, Josh Pyke will be back on the road in September to celebrate the release of his eagerly awaited third album, Only...
Finally! Someone has breathed some fucking life back into the punk rock scene… Their name is TITLE FIGHT.Finally! A band that is cutting through the...
Following their sold-out THE GREAT IMPRESSION album tour, Sparkadia are very pleased to announce they’ll be returning to our shores this September for the...
A Swing Dancing, Cabaret & Vaudeville Extravaganza!Step back in time to a bygone era when men wore three-piece suits, fedora hats and silk ties, woman...
FRENZAL RHOMB have finally finished their new album SMOKO AT THE PET FOOD FACTORY in Fort Collins Colorado, with Descendents' Bill Stevenson standing...
In the midst of a massive tour encompassing the USA, Russia, Europe and the UK, modernist pop quintet Architecture in Helsinki are thrilled to announce...
Recklessly arriving in the world as rock and roll saviours nine years ago, The Vines were unlikely candidates for endurance kings but they might have...
After a string of sold-out Australian shows and then an incredibly successful UK tour, SEEKAE finally answer the call of their Australian fans and return...
Chugg Entertainment is pleased to announce that Owl City, the indie-synth-pop sensation, is returning to Australia and New Zealand for a series of...
It's been over ten years since five kids from Kansas City, USA crashed the party of every punk-leaning teen worldwide with their breathless hooks and...
Live Nation announces the very first Australian headline tour of full-throttle LA 5 piece Funeral Party – tearing through Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and...
Fresh from abandoning their major label relationship and the release of their long-awaited sophomore album ‘Don’t Say We Didn’t Warn You’, British electro...
Ferocious and focused: Secret Sounds is proud to announce the return visit of acclaimed Bloc Party leader, KELE. Having earned fans and accolades aplenty...
Sharp, straight-up and full of swagger: The Guardian newspaper labelled them “the Jesus and Mary Chain on happy pills”, but there’s no pigeonholing THE...
Whip my Piccadilly ass, here comes GOMEZ. Those five lads who have toured this fine country joyously and successfully for over 10 years are back to play...
Call it pure sonic exploration: young British singer/songwriter and composer JAMES BLAKE defies categorisation. Secret Sounds are thrilled to announce the...
They’re responsible for one of summer’s most infectious hits: “Pumped Up Kicks”, a contagious, dance-pop anthem DJs across the globe couldn’t get enough...
Friendly Fires return with their highly anticipated album 'Pala'. Destined to build on the success of Friendly Fires' eponymous debut album in 2008,...
The Frontier Touring Company are pleased to announce singer-songwriter Devendra Banhart will perform headline shows at Sydney’s Metro Theatre and...
Brace yourselves for the return of one of the hottest rock duos around. It is with great excitement The Frontier Touring Company confirm that The Kills...
Glasvegas will play their very first Australian headline shows when they take to the stage in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne this July.Glasvegas have already...
In the midst of a highly successful world tour, MIAMI HORROR have announced their last Australian shows for 2011. Come August, the indie-electronic...
Hot on the heels of Sneaky Sound System signing to Modular Recordings and announcing the imminent release of their forthcoming album From Here To...
The Black Angels announce Australian tour with very special guest Joel Gion of the Brian Jonestown Massacre (DJ set)! Austin-based psych-rockers, The...
Illusive & Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce that R&B and gospel legend Brian McKnight will finally return for his first Australian tour in over...
Callin’ out to all area crew... Lyrics Born is back with his unique brand of big bouncing party hip hop. After successfully touring the “As You Were”...
April 8 sees Townsville band The Middle East release their long-anticipated debut album "I Want That You Are Always Happy". The band will take their new...
Aether Party headlined by legendary trance duo Agnelli&Nelson - The newest Major Trance Event to hit SydneyLive: Agnelli&Nelson DJs: Agnelli&Nelson, Matt...
fter a blood pumping, sweat dripping, solid Rock and Roll performance on a series of Sold Out Big Day Out shows across Australia, Airbourne are back...
Little Red have travelled around the world twice so far this year but they’re coming home in June and what better way to celebrate than a tour! The band...
“…the voice of the street and the band of the future.” Carlos Santana As Blue King Brown [BKB] prepare for their coveted international performance spots...
Sydney miners of folk-rock Boy & Bear will be on the Australian road again this Autumn for their very own national tour. After spending recent months...
You are invited to Amy Meredith: Higher Education. One of Australias great breakthrough success stories are packing their bags once again ready to hit...
Secret internal cables released early Monday morning by controversial whistle-blower website Wikileaks, have provoked an unprecedented 694-day debate in...
The touring circuit carved out by Hungry Kids of Hungary during the Escapades journey has proved fruitful with festival slots, sold-out rooms nationwide...
"This band is like a pot of synth gold at the end of the pop rainbow."...Neon Gold. It couldn't have been put better. Gypsy and the Cat have received...
SUICIDAL TENDENCIES were never afraid of a little controversy. The godfathers of crossover thrash and creators of skate punk have dedicated their careers...
The youngest Aussie band to turn 10 years old, in 2001 THE CAT EMPIRE, celebrate the 10th anniversary of their first show as the 6 piece which went on to...
Civil Society is proud to announce the 2011 Australian tour of the delightfully bohemian Darwin Deez, returning to our shores after entertaining...
New York indie pop band The Drums are set to return to Australian shores in April/May, performing at the Groovin The Moo five stop regional festival...
LA Guns have cancelled all their shows. More information can be found on the...
Start saving your voices now, because Against Me! are bringing their anthemic sing-alongs back to Australia to make up for their cancelled October 2010...
In October last year, Megan Washington performed a stunning solo set at a small club in Paris, La Boule Noire. Also on the bill that evening was an...
Brighton’s sonic patchwork-pop juggernaut The Go! Team are thrilled to announce they will be returning to Australia in May for Groovin’ the Moo and will...
Following their critically acclaimed 2010 tour of Australia, Ireland’s favourite comedy rock super-group, and Time Out Jury Prize winners of the Sydney...
After storming the Melbourne Comedy Festival and the Sydney Opera House in 2010, Sammy J & Randy return to Sydney for TWO SHOWS ONLY in another...
After a five year break, one of New Zealand’s most loved bands and successful artists of this century, reggae roots outfit TrinityRoots, have reformed...
Three years ago, Bo Burnham was just another high-schooler recording YouTube videos for fun. Since then he has appeared alongside Adam Sandler, Seth...
George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic will be performing their legendary three-hour P-Funk Feast, to leave funk fans drooling! One of the most important...
There is no such thing as fate rings out Children Collide's ARROWS single. But, pondering the inspiring rise of the Melbourne trio in recent years it...
The Funky Meters music has been sampled globally by the likes of Heavy D, LL Cool J, and Queen Latifah –and they are considered by many to be the founding...
There’s nothing fishy about one of the most prodigious, young jazz artists and new funk sensation – New Orleans’ Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue –...
Following his sold out shows in the Sydney Festival 2009 and rocking the Lilyworld at the 2011 Big Day Out, Reggie Watts returns to Australia in April...
After completely selling out all eleven dates on their national Dark Storm tour in November 2010, performing to packed out tents at The Falls Music and...
The Frontier Touring Company regretfully announce the cancellation of White Lies’ Melbourne and Sydney shows originally scheduled for April. The band...
Having appropriately vanished following their 2009 Auf Wiedersehen tour, Sparkadia surfaced late this year to delight with the new single and surprise...
Straight out of the shadows of the concrete metropolis is rap’s most revered super villain, Doom aka MF Doom. The masked lyricist, known to possess a...
Hot on the heels of their epic national Big Day Out tour DEAD LETTER CIRCUS (DLC) are pleased to announce a new Australian capital city tour, taking in...
This March will see Melbourne quintet House VS Hurricane head out for their most ambitious headline trek yet, with support to come from hotly tipped UK...
If 2010 were a basketball ring, then Cloud Control have truly slam dunked it, in March 2011 they’re coming back to break the backboard, Shaquille O’Neal...
US rockers Stone Temple Pilots often top many a wish list of bands punters would most like to see and it gives The Frontier Touring Company great...
Sydney’s favourite Rock’n‘Roll party, Black Cherry, MOVES to the massive METRO THEATRE COMPLEX FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY on Saturday 19th March! Now with: 3 HUGE...
The teaming up of two of Australia’s most promising acts; The John Steel Singers and Jonathan Boulet, who will hit the road on a joint double headliner...
Touring the world on rips and riffs, surfer-musician Donavon Frankenreiter lands on Australian shores this March for an extensive national tour. With...
“Legendary roots reggae” The Independent 2010 “The dignified elder statesman of reggae.“ The Guardian 2009 One of Jamaica’s most distinguished reggae...
Taking Latin music to new extremes, the trail-blazing Bogota-based collective will show the local dance scene why it has been a prime catalyst for the...
The Frontier Touring Co. is pleased to announce that the hugely influential and much lauded Swans will tour Australia & New Zealand for the first time in...
Following on from our intimate evening with Danny Tenaglia and the all conquering club show with John Digweed & Way Out West , Future Entertainment...
Belle & Sebastian are bringing their luscious indie-pop back to Australia for an early 2011 highlight. Following the release of their latest studio album...
Strap yourselves in people, it’s going to be a fun ride - Brooklyn-based rockers, The Hold Steady, are returning to our fair shores in March 2011 to...
WE THE KINGS Syd sidewave scheduled for Tuesday March 1 at the Metro Theatre has been moved to Wed March 2. The Date is the only change, venue remains...
SUM 41 HAS CANCELLED ANNOUNCED MARCH 1: We regret to inform that Sum 41's Deryck Whibley has taken ill and will be unable to perform at the band's...
In five short years, New Jersey quartet THE GASLIGHT ANTHEM have gone from punk rock bruisers to one of the most celebrated & prolific modern rock acts...
Sean Kelly writes: James' untimely passing has left us devastated and in shock; the messages of love and support are greatly appreciated. As a mark of...
Trip-hop, electronica forerunner TRICKY will return to Australia and New Zealand in February 2011 for a trans-Tasman run of blinding shows, his first...
Arguably Creation records' greatest ever signing, Swervedriver return to Australia this February to perform at the Perth International Arts Festival and...
It's true! One of the most anticipated tours of the new year is no longer a mere message board fantasy. Dance music most creative properties, Canada via...
Playground Touring proudly presents KATE NASH: 2011 TOUR. 2008 Brit Award Winner - Best Female Latest tour from the Platinum selling UK number 1 artist,...
With two influential bands and a sold out solo tour of the USA under his belt, ANDREW MCMAHON thoroughly deserves his place as a true star in the music...
In February 2009, The Getaway Plan shocked Australian fans and media by calling it quits just a year after the release of their smash hit debut album...
In news that is sure to have Australian fans bursting with anticipation, The Frontier Touring Company are pleased to confirm headline shows for American...
"Criminally addictive" - MIXMAG “!!! remain as good as ever and Strange Weather is full of the kind of ferocious and funky dance punk that they’ve always...
One of the most innovative and important bands to emerge from the US in recent years, Deerhunter return with a headlining tour. Forming in 2001,...
With Sydney and Melbourne Laneway Festivals having sold out in record time Brooklyn’s favourite skewed pop sons are most excited to announce two...
Standing at the front line of live music this summer is the one-woman shock and awe campaign that is M.I.A. “M.I.A. is one of the most infuriating,...
Call the fire brigade, cos THE JIM JONES REVUE will be burning down houses all across the nation this summer. THE JIM JONES REVUE manifesto is simple,...
It’s time to revert to PLAN B. But Ben Drew is no back-up plan, he’s the recalcitrant renaissance man of British music: rapper, actor, guitarist,...
Everyone power up as Grammy-nominated rockers, Skillet are coming to town. With critical acclaim and longtime fans, who go by name Panheads, Skillet are...
Tumbleweed continue the run of amp-damage this summer with their first Sydney headline show since the 2009 reformation and a sweet summer coastal tour...
The story that leads to Junip’s 2010 release is one of patience and perfectionism, frustration and persistence, sheer bloody-mindedness, inspiration and...
Heroes of punk-funk, The Rapture cornered the market waaaay before the flood of indiedance acts that followed. The New York-based band have created an...