Famous Aussies land major roles in Jesus Christ Superstar
Two well-known singers have landed the most coveted roles in musical theatre, starring alongside Marcia Hines, John Farnham and Kate Ceberano.
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Fans rage over Grammys snubs: ‘Sabotaged’
As Beyoncé and Taylor Swift break Grammy Award nominations, artists such as Ariana Grande and Dua Lipa were overlooked – and fans are outraged.
Why 90s star is always in Australia
A major hit maker from the 1990s revealed his new connection to Australia during a concert in Sydney on Thursday.
Coldplay pause second Sydney concert during deluge
Chris Martin and the band had Sydney singing in the rain at their second sold out show despite a brief delay.
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Why rock giants were banned Down Under
Rock legend Eddie Van Halen’s brother has told how their band got cancelled in Australia – and why the famous Beat It collaboration with Michael Jackson backfired badly.
Celebrity brings Adele to tears during show
The British crooner started crying after spotting a familiar face in the audience during her Las Vegas residency show.
Farnham ‘drugged for years’ by manager
Australian music legend John Farnham makes a series of disturbing claims about his late former manager in his new book.
Coldplay fans targeted by online criminals ahead of sold-out shows
How to spot the red flags and avoid being scammed by cyber criminals targeting Australian fans of sold-out gigs.
Metallica announces Aussie tour with Evanescence, Suicidal Tendencies
Metal giants Metallica will be stopping Down Under as part of their M72 world tour, marking their first Aussie shows in more than 10 years.
Major US metal band announces tour
It’s been more than 10 years since the band has toured Australia.
Aussie’s bid to dominate music industry
Australia’s only ASX-listed music company holds plenty of ambition, taking on every element of the lucrative industry in a bid to reach 1 billion fans.
Coldplay’s Aussie friend to debut special song
Emmanuel Kelly will rejoin his Coldplay mates on their upcoming Music of the Spheres tour and premiere a very significant song.
Tatts, broad shoulders and voice of an angel
He may tower over most people and be covered in tattoos, but UK singer and father-of-four-boys Rag’n’Bone Man has the voice of an angel and believes in … hope.
Founding member of iconic rock band dead
A founding member of one of the world’s most beloved rock bands has died “surrounded by his family and full of love.”
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