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In a moment that felt like the perfect full circle, Royel Otis’s triumphant return to Eora/Sydney culminated in a sold-out show at the iconic Hordern Pavilion on Saturday night. The homecoming marked an extraordinary close to a whirlwind year that saw the duo rocket from rising stars to bona fide global sensations. Back in February, …

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The Sydney Opera House Forecourt became the ultimate indie haven last week as Two Door Cinema Club and Declan McKenna took centre stage for the On the Steps concert series. The evening was a masterclass in pairing sharp, crowd-pleasing performances with an iconic backdrop that confidently ranks among the most spectacular venues in the world. …

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It was a humid crucible full of sweat and banter as Fat White Family celebrated the release of their latest album, ‘Forgiveness Is Yours‘ at Oxford Art Factory earlier this week. Naarm/Melbourne artist RINSE delivered a stellar opening set. Fresh off their appearance at SXSW Sydney, RINSE showcased their sharp blend of shoegaze indie-pop perfection, …

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The Enmore Theatre feels like it was made for nights like this. Its moody, timeless charm provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of atmospheric rock, led by the legendary Cult and supported by Boorloo/Perth’s Mayatrix & The Psychics, who delivered a set so gothic and otherworldly it felt as if they’d drawn it from …

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The Botany View Hotel offered an intimate stage for a memorable close to YEEVS’ album tour, celebrating ‘The Borderline, Thereabouts’, with special guests The Electorate on Saturday. The night highlighted the close-knit, community-driven charm of Gadigal/Sydney’s live music scene, where small venues regularly host moments that linger long after the last note fades. The Electorate …

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Absurdity meets brilliance in a way that has you shaking in your boots—that’s what it felt like at Hordern Pavilion on Friday night as thousands of drenched Sydneysiders arrived to witness TISM‘s ‘Death to Art‘ tour. The venue transformed into a mini-festival of nostalgia and oddities, a night that sold out well in advance and …

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Short Stack is back—and this time, they’re bringing nostalgia for one of Australia’s defining pop-punk eras. In June 2025, the Budgewoi trio will hit the road for their 15 Years of Stack Is the New Black headline tour, celebrating their 2009 debut album. Kicking off at The Tivoli in Meanjin/Brisbane on Friday, June 6, the …

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Earlier this year, Royel Otis were riding the high of their sold-out Liberty Hall show, basking in the glow of their debut album Pratts & Pain. That night in February, with 1,200 fans packed into the intimate Eora/Sydney venue, felt like a breakthrough, proof that the duo’s jangly guitars, breezy hooks, and wholesome charm had …

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UK punk duo Soft Play is bringing their explosive energy to Australia in January and February 2025, marking their highly anticipated return to live stages Down Under since 2019. Known for their razor-sharp lyrics and relentless live shows, the pair has carved out a loyal fan base that thrives on their no-holds-barred approach to modern …

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The Cult’s return to Australia is already shaping up to be something special. Kicking off their tour in Naarm/Melbourne tonight, the legendary British rockers will play six dates across the country, including a night at the iconic Sydney Opera House. As if their timeless blend of post-punk and hard rock wasn’t enough, they’ve enlisted Boorloo/Perth’s …

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