Australian music
The wild new Wiggles character every parent is talking about
Dominic Field, aka the Tree of Wisdom, hasn’t responded to his newfound viral fame before now. But yes, he’s loving your funny comments.
- by Meg Watson
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The November 17 Edition
TV star Chrishell Stause graces our cover. The actor, who is married to Australian musician G Flip, talks about her life, relationship and new role in Neighbours.
‘We have renewed our vows twice’: Chrishell Stause on finding love with G Flip
“A great partner helps to keep you standing a little taller when you can’t stand up for yourself,” says the Selling Sunset star who has joined Neighbours.
- by Jane Rocca
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Cold Chisel can tell you everything about your parenting skills
Anyone who’s seen Chisel or just listened to the radio since the 1970s will know what I’m on about.
- by Kate Halfpenny
Could Countdown be reborn on the ABC?
The landmark music program is celebrating its 50th birthday. Its impact on local artists was undeniable, and there are calls to bring it back.
- by Michael Dwyer
From making gravy to making love, Paul Kelly on his ‘toey’ record
Australia’s greatest songwriter on life, love, lust and learning from Taylor Swift.
- by Thomas Mitchell
Amyl and the Sniffers were about to top the charts. Sony had another idea
There’s a lot more to reaching number one on the ARIA charts these days than simply selling the most records.
- by Michael Dwyer
‘I fear for their safety’: The reckoning of teenage pop stardom
Since Liam Payne’s death, questions are being asked about the negative effects of fame on young performers, and the overhaul the entertainment industry needs.
- by Meg Watson
‘Everything else disappears’: How music brings relief in detention centres
Philip Feinstein, 76, collects donated instruments to deliver to those waiting in immigration detention.
- by Penry Buckley
‘If you don’t have haters, you ain’t doing it’: How Amyl and the Sniffers became our biggest and brashest export
The band’s last two albums won them ARIA awards and global acclaim. Now they’re battling naysayers and the pitfalls of success.
- by Brodie Lancaster
‘He drugged me for years’: Farnham details early abuse by manager
In his upcoming memoir, John Farnham reveals his manager’s abuse, why he supported the Voice referendum, meeting his wife and how he nearly adopted a child.
- by Angus Delaney
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