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Kathy McCabeNational Music Writer

Kathy McCabe is the National Music Writer for News Corp with more than 30 years experience covering the big album and single releases and best – and worst – gigs to hit Australian stages. She gets the interviews with the biggest stars in the world from the Rolling Stones and Foo Fighters to Pink and Cher and is a passionate advocate for the Australian music community.

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WEEKEND TELEGRAPHS -16/9/20EMBARGO WARNING - MUST NOT USE BEFORE CHECKING WITH WEEKEND PIC EDITOR JEFF DARMANIN - Jimmy Barnes pictured at his Berrima home today for story on his book launch. Picture: Sam Ruttyn

Barnesy: ‘I am a work in progress’

Jimmy Barnes opened his home to thousands of fans to launch his new book Killing Time and used the opportunity to speak directly to those struggling with mental health.

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Jimmy and Jane Barnes at home in the Southern Highlands on Monday, 28 September, 2020. Jimmy and Jane have performed and uploaded over 100 songs together at home since March. Picture: Nikki Short

How Barnesy’s wife taught him about love

As Jimmy Barnes prepares to release his third book, he reveals how his wife and her extended clan taught him about love. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST

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How finding love with Megan Fox changed Machine Gun Kelly

When American rapper Machine Gun Kelly fell in love with Hollywood actor Megan Fox, everything changed for him and his new album.

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Sinead O’Connor drops new song

Sinead O’Connor has dropped a new single, which is part of an album she had been secretly working on before the pandemic lockdown.

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Pictures from Jimmy Barnes instagram., , Last day of winter cook up on this amazingly grill, thanks to my friend @lennoxhastie. I love my Bbq. Keep up the Patience Victoria, keep up your hopes, try just being the best that you can be.

Barnsey reveals surprising hobbies

He’s one of Australia’s most-loved rock icons. Now, Jimmy Barnes is momentarily turning his back on singing for some bizarre new hobbies. HEAR HIS NEW PODCAST

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Did your QLD teacher make the ARIA Award shortlist?

The Veronicas surprised the Queensland nominee for the ARIA Music Teacher Award who has created one of the country’s biggest school choirs and concert bands. VOTE FOR THEM

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ACT teacher makes ARIA Award shortlist

A very special music teacher in Canberra who has written hundreds of songs to help children is one of four nominees for the ARIA Music Teacher of the Year. VOTE FOR HIM HERE

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Did your NSW teacher make the ARIA Award shortlist?

Two teachers from NSW are up for the Telstra ARIA Music Teacher of the Year Award – one from the outback and another from western Sydney. VOTE FOR THEM HERE

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Kylie Minogue performing during the filming for the Graham Norton Show at BBC Studioworks 6 Television Centre, Wood Lane, London, to be aired on BBC One on Friday evening. (Photo by Isabel Infantes/PA Images via Getty Images)

Big acts being wooed to tour Australia

Music promoters are courting international acts for post-COVID tours with the likes of Kylie Minogue top of their wishlist. See who else is being hotly pursued.

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Noel’s shocking words for Liam

Noel Gallagher has stunned fans over his latest comments to warring brother Liam as Oasis celebrates the 25th anniversary of the band’s classic album.

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