Nov 15, 2024 · Variety AU/NZ caught up with Cathie Scott, executive producer on “Countdown 50 Years On,” for a glimpse into the future past.

Nov 21, 2024 · Elsewhere at tonight’s ARIA Awards, Dom Dolla won Best Dance / Electronic Release for “Saving Up”. Rising indie rock band Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers won the Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist Award, despite being up against 3%, Becca Hatch, Kita Alexander, and Sycco.

Nov 9, 2024 · Rosé is unstoppable.For the third consecutive week, the New Zealand-born, Melbourne-raised BLACKPINK member dominates the ARIA Singles Chart with her single “APT.,” marking her longest-running Australian #1. The achievement adds to her groundbreaking debut as the first solo female K-pop artist to reach #1 on the ARIA Singles Chart—a milestone now transformed into a chart-topping streak.

Dec 5, 2024 · Spotify Wrapped 2024 has finally arrived, unveiling the artists, albums, and songs that defined the year for Australian listeners. Once again, the campaign shines a spotlight on global hits and local talent, celebrating a record-breaking year in music.

Jul 6, 2018 · The darkest song in history. Content Warning: This article discusses depression and suicide. If you or somebody you care for needs help or information about depression, suicide, anxiety, or mental health issues, contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.. In 1933, two Hungarian songwriters – both heartbroken over the loss of their sweethearts – wrote a minor-key ode to ...

Jan 10, 2025 · Milly Olykan takes the reins for Live Nation’s country music ambitions. With effect from this month, Olykan joins as senior VP of artist development and global touring at Live Nation, the concerts powerhouse, with responsibilities for the “continued growth and development” of LN’s country and Americana strategy worldwide.

Jan 10, 2025 · Over on the ARIA Albums Chart, Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet (via Island/Universal) nabs a 10th week at the summit. That’s the longest streak at the top spot by a female artist since Taylor Swift’s 1989 (Taylor’s Version) spent 14 weeks on top in 2023-24, ARIA notes.. The top new albums chart entry belongs to Lil Baby, whose Wham (Motown/Universal) debuts at No. 42.

Sep 4, 2024 · As music festivals fall over left and right, and smaller music venues struggle to spin a profit, even with a regular flow of punters on site, the third annual report, “Front Row Centre,” offers more hope than misery.. Based on interactions with about 2,700 respondents, its editors found that live music fans still love going to the show, even though the cost of living crisis is still ...

Oct 24, 2024 · The 2024 Music Victoria Awards took over Melbourne’s iconic Fed Square on Thursday night in a star-studded ceremony, paying tribute to the finest artists, venues, and festivals from across the state.. With a blend of live performances, heartfelt tributes, and a recognition of both established and emerging talent, it was a night to remember for the Victorian music community.

Feb 5, 2025 · The U.S. pop mega-star’s The Eras Tour stopped by Australia in February 2024 for seven stadium shows, three at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and four Sydney’s Accor Stadium – shifting about 620,000 total tickets.. Swift comes in at No. 1 on Australia’s “Hottest 100” live events tally for 2024, published this week and informed by …