Lambert haters ‘to miss one hell of a show’
ADAM Lambert tells of the challenge of stepping into his hero Freddie Mercury’s shoes and the Queen songs that he still finds hardest to sing ahead of 2014 tour.
Tours
Why people are paying $3000 for this gig
TICKETS for this British singer’s upcoming concerts are now changing hands for upwards of $3000 a pop, but there’s a catch.
Star charges $1000 for a selfie
SOME of the biggest names in music are touring Australia and selling VIP packages – and one is even charging $1000 for a selfie.
One Direction reveal solo truth
RUMOURS of solo records have swirled since Harry Styles was revealed to be writing songs with John Legend – now the 1D lads set the record straight.
Bob Dylan to tour Australia
JUST like the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan has booked concerts this year, which could prove to be his last tour of Australia as he turns 73.
Secret to The Beatles tour revealed
THEY were the biggest band in the world, so how did the biggest band there ever was end up in our corner of the globe nearly 50 years ago?
This band wants to ban your phone
ROCK fans have been put on notice: An iconic band touring Australia next year – and charging big bucks – wants to ban phones. And standing up during ballads.
King of bleak’s bleakest moment
“I’VE probably written 400 songs, I don’t think one of them is even vaguely happy. Not one. I have no talent in that area,” admits Gary Numan.
London Symphony Orchestra headed for Brisbane
IN A coup for QPAC, Brisbane will be first stop for the London Symphony Orchestra in Australia.
Rock royalty Queen to tour Oz
LEGENDARY British band Queen is set to tour Australia in August. But who will replace the incomparable Freddie Mercury on vocals?
One Direction get all Aussie on us
IN three years One Direction have taken on the world. Now they are coming back Down Under … with an interesting wardrobe choice.
Jay-Z, Beyonce stun fans with vid
CONTAINS explicit language: They’ve had the week from hell but Jay-Z and Beyonce are determined to cement their reputations as the king and queen of hip-hop.
Forget girls, this is what 5SOS want
BEFORE Australia’s teen rockers from 5 Seconds of Summer rejoin One Direction on tour, they reveal what they want with their fame.
Coldplay to play one Australian gig
THEY play the world’s biggest stadiums on tour yet Coldplay will play an iconic theatre to launch their new album in Australia.
Roxette to tour Australia again
SWEDISH eighties hitmakers Roxette have announced a new Australian nationwide tour and will play Perth Arena in February next year.
Arctic Monkeys play it cool
REVIEW: BRITISH indie rockers, Arctic Monkeys, wrapped up the Australian leg of their AM Tour with a polished performance at Perth Arena last night.
Too far? Miley shocks with date rape joke
SHE’S known for her shocking behaviour and costumes, but did she cross the line with this off-colour date rape joke?
Is this the hottest ticket of the year?
TAKE a Kiwi indie-pop princess and add one of the brightest sparks in futuristic R&B. Kimbra and Janelle Monae’s Golden Electric tour will be very special indeed.
Morrissey attacked on stage by fans
SOMETIMES fans run on stage to hug Morrissey during his gigs, but things went too far at a concert in San Jose forcing the singer to stop the song.
Sound fail no problem for Monkeys
THE Arctic Monkeys were so hot not even losing the PA during their Brisbane gig overnight could halt their momentum.
Move over Avril, Britney’s the queen of awkward
THE internet is abuzz this week with pics of Avril Lavigne’s super-awkward fan meet-and-greets. Hey Avril: Britney did it first.
Fans pay $388 for awkward pics with Avril
FANS paid more than $380 AUD to pose for a photo with their idol, Avril Lavigne. But the singer wouldn’t let them get too close during the awkward photo session.
Veronicas hook up with home
BRISBANE’S favourite sister act has moved back home ahead of a new album as they prepare to make a comeback.
Veronicas hook up with home
BRISBANE’S favourite sister act has moved back home ahead of a new album as they prepare to make a comeback.
1D fans crushed at ‘dangerous’ gig
NEARLY 50 One Direction fans were either crushed, fainted or trampled on after a concert became “dangerous”.
Pearl Jam enjoying Big Days Off
PEARL Jam singer Eddie Vedder and his band mates have been enjoying the surf on their Australian tour. And why not? You won’t find a better plan.
Moving House
Steve Angello of Swedish House Mafia says electronic acts are repeating themselves and run the risk of boring fans if they don’t get more creative.
The very model of cool retro
REVIEW: Icehouse and The Models. Southport RSL. Friday, January 17, 2014.
Mission Impossible
Melbourne rapper 360 has lured former Silverchair singer Daniel Johns out of virtual retirement for his soul-baring comeback single.
Kanye’s outrageous New Year’s resolution
KANYE West has said some silly things in 2013, but this takes the cake. Wait until you hear what the king of foot-in-mouth disease has planned for ’14.
Selena’s bizarre cancellation excuse
US singer and actor Selena Gomez has cancelled her Australian tour. The reason? To ‘spend some time on myself’.
Eddie Vedder to play solo shows
PEARL Jam frontman Eddie Vedder will hang around after the Big Bay Out for a solo tour, sparking speculation of a guest spot with The Boss.
Feverish mix up on the floor
Bastille raced up the charts worldwide with Pompeii and the hits keep coming with their latest Of The Night as they tour the world.
Beckham has no ‘passion’ for Spice Girls
POSH Spice has made it quite clear that she has no desire to revisit her role in the world’s most successful girl band.
Fans set to get their Swift kicks
IT’S the biggest solo female tour since Madonna 20 years ago, and it lands in Brisbane this weekend.
Taylor Swift on fire in Sydney
TAYLOR Swift was on time, on song and on fire with her opening Australian concert at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium, writes Kathy McCabe.
Seven reasons we love Taylor Swift
OKAY, all you haters out there. Taylor Swift starts her Australian tour tonight in Sydney. And here are seven reasons we love her.
Bieber in big bother over late show
UPDATE: Did a Big Brother stunner cause Justin Bieber’s late show? Tahan denies it was her chat with the star to blame for his tardiness.
Farnsy and Lionel Richie to tour
HE has toured with Olivia Newton John, Tom Jones and Stevie Nicks and now John Farnham enlists Lionel Richie for a national tour.
The ‘Bait, back in the swim
Their passion for playing reignited their desire to get back into the studio after taking time out for life and solo projects.
Lost in Translations, Darren finds his voice
Darren Middleton felt lost when Powderfinger broke up but finally realised his debut solo record thanks to some of Australia’s biggest rockers
ARIA awards punt on new venue
SYDNEY’S casino The Star has been announced as the new home of the ARIA awards night, to take place on December 1.
Soundwave promoter cancels Harvest
FESTIVAL promoter AJ Maddah has reportedly added Big Day Out to his stable of events as he confirms Harvest cancellation on Twitter.
A Bluesfest for every man and his dog
BLUESFEST will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2014 and John Mayer and Dave Matthews will join the party. No word on the labrador, yet.
Falls Festival line up revealed
BANDS including The Roots, Vampire Weekend, Violent Femmes, MGMT plus Neil Finn will join the Falls Festival line up.
Kelly does his tours by the book
PAUL Kelly is on the road for the third time this year, giving him plenty of opportunities to catch up on his reading, writes Kathy McCabe.
Rocker makes a Vool of himself
KARNIVOOL is a serious rock band and Ian Kenny is a serious rock dude.
Poster reveals Big Dates Out
NEXT year’s Big Day Out will return to having two Sydney shows, as well as a show in Auckland, and will take place in Melbourne on a Friday.
Pink wants you in her new DVD
PINK fans seeing the star in concert tonight and tomorrow in Melbourne will be caught on film for a DVD release.
Which music festival is for you?
DO you prefer your festivals include a picnic blanket and a glass of chardonnay, or an army of moshing teens? Our festival guide will help you choose.
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