South Australia and New South Wales have introduced grassroots music programs to revitalise a struggling regional live music industry, and new research backs their initiatives.
Queensland's first pill testing festival saved by venue shift
Organisers of the Rabbit's Eat Lettuce festival had to scramble after being denied access to their previous site with just weeks to go.
Judge rules Mariah Carey did not steal All I Want For Christmas Is You
A lawsuit claiming the hit Christmas song infringed the copyright of an earlier song with the same title is dismissed without trial.
A record shop with a twist: You'll only find female artists here
Lauren was on a mission to listen to more music by women, and so a new record store was born — one where her three daughters could also work.
How Isla found her people in the mosh pit of a hardcore gig
Isla Fae Cato thought coming out as transgender would mean abandoning her love of hardcore punk and mosh pits, but she was instead embraced by a community working hard to become more diverse and accepting.
The Whitlams return to scene of 'worst-ever gig' as musos go regional
What the gig guide at your local pub says about the health of Australia's touring music industry.
Men At Work royalty dispute lands in Victoria's Supreme Court
Guitarist Ron Strykert says he was struggling mentally when he signed over his share of royalties from Men At Work songs to a US company in 2007.
Drake has cancelled his remaining Australian shows
The hip hop star has made an unexpected early exit with a string of Australian and New Zealand shows remaining.
Beloved Bendigo music venue saved by licensing backflip
The owners of Bendigo's Trash Cult record and live music store feared the gig was up when a licensing error threatened to draw the curtains on their music venue.
Groovin the Moo won't return in 2025, following last year's cancellation
It follows Splendour in the Grass's announcement last week that it will also not be returning for 2025.
Rising Aussie star's 'unreal' second tour with country hero Luke Combs
From humble beginnings in outback Queensland to the roar of eager fans at sold-out stadium performances, Lane Pittman is on an adventure that keeps gaining pace.
Bar owner fears pokies in all Queensland venues within 10 years
A Townsville business owner worries that it may soon be impossible for late-night venues to break even without gaming machines, as a panel tasked with finding ways to boost Queensland's night-life economy prepares to meet.
Splendour In The Grass confirms it won't return for 2025
The long-running music festival won't return for 2025, but organisers promise it will "come back bigger and better when the time is right".
Drake sues his label for defamation over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'
Drake is suing his label, Universal Music Group, for defamation over Kendrick Lamar's track 'Not Like Us', a move the record company calls "illogical".
Musicians face pressure to gain a big social media following
An Adelaide musician says a social media following has become too much of a focus in the local and national music scene.
Has social media become more important in music than the art itself?
Social media has been a "beautiful tool" to connect psychedelic-rock group Maisie to its audience, but a desire from music organisations and record labels for large social media engagement is having an impact on some live music acts accessing funding and opportunities.
Country music icon Chad Morgan dies after 70-year career
Chad Morgan is one of Australian country music's most recognisable pioneers, with his upturned hat, signature smile and country comedy hits. Fans are remembering his long career following his death on New Year's Day.
After 40 years, Woodford's famous festival enters a new era
Since 1987, the annual Woodford Folk Festival has been a mecca for sharing music and stories. Now its organisers are launching a fundraiser to secure the event for future generations and fulfil its vision.
Why 2024 was a record-breaking year, according to the data
2024 shook the world in more ways than one. From politics to pop culture, climate to conflict, 2024 was a year of tumbling records — but not always for the best reasons.
Kim Dracula covered a song at home and became an international star
Tasmanian Samuel Wellings, now known as Kim Dracula, saw the potential for TikTok to help them reach new audiences. It's led to a co-headline tour in the US and a feature on a concept album by the creator of Broadway musical Hamilton.
K-Tel records made millions with compilation albums before it hit hard times
From Hooked on Classics to country compilations, K-Tel was a '70s and '80s music business success, synonymous with popular compilation albums, TV ads and early infomercials. Then the music stopped.