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A Toast to Snoop Dogg: Lyrics About Enjoying a Drink

Note: Please drink responsibly and only if of legal drinking age.

Lorde Drops Final Album Single ‘Hammer’

Lorde has unveiled “Hammer”, the final track to drop ahead of her upcoming album Virgin, set for release on June 27th.

Lorde Reveals ‘Virgin’ Listening Parties Across Australia and New Zealand

Lorde fans can get an early listen to her new album, Virgin, before it’s officially out.

British India Return with First New Music in Eight Years

British India have returned with their first new music in eight years, sharing the fiery new single “The Gospel of Luke”.

BIGSOUND 2025 Drops Full Artist Lineup

Over 120 artists have been announced for BIGSOUND 2025, showcasing a wide range of emerging talent from Australia and Aotearoa.

David Byrne to Return to Australia & New Zealand with New Album, Show

Legendary American musician, writer, visual artist, and filmmaker David Byrne will return Down Under in support of his new album, Who Is the Sky?, in January 2026.

Grinspoon Announced as Surprise Act for The Rock 2000

The Rock 2000 has added Aussie rock heavyweights Grinspoon to this year’s lineup.

Bret McKenzie Announces Second Album, Drops New Single

Flight of the Conchords star Bret McKenzie is releasing his second solo album this August.

‘Pure Magic’: Sydney Venue Owners Speak After Lorde’s Surprise Appearance

The venue organisers of a Sydney club have spoken after Lorde made a surprise appearance over the weekend.

Faroese Star Eivør Is Coming to Australia and New Zealand

Eivør is set to make a triumphant return to Australia and New Zealand in 2026, bringing her captivating sonic alchemy to audiences across both countries.

OneRepublic Set to Return to Australia and New Zealand in 2026

After playing to full houses across Australia and New Zealand in 2023, OneRepublic will bring ‘The Sweet Escape’ tour Down Under next year with special guest Zara Larsson.

Rolling Stone Local Legends Hits Manly with Blusher, Borderline and More

In Partnership with Keno Long before they were making music as alt-pop trio Blusher, Miranda, Jade, and Lauren were solo artists trying to find their way in the local scene – loop-pedalling from ironing boards, supporting other acts, and playing to bartenders and the occasional friend.

A-ha’s Morten Harket Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis

‘Every Concert Is Different’: Tangerine Dream Talk Rare Tour of Australia

Rolling Stone AU/NZ Unveils 50 Living Icons in Special Collector’s Edition