Sound Check: The Latest Music News You Need to Know

The world of music is always evolving, and whether you’re following the latest global hits or keeping tabs on local talent, there’s no shortage of exciting music news to keep you on your toes.

From surprise album drops to festivals and highly anticipated tour announcements, there’s something for every fan. Stay tuned as we break down the freshest updates from your favourite artists, both near and far, and dive into the stories behind the hits that are shaping the soundtrack of our lives.

Ready to turn up the volume? Let’s dive in!

Harry Styles Is Heading Back to Australia

Melbourne, brace yourselves: Harry Styles is reportedly returning in 2026. Brendan Fevola spilled the tea on air this week, saying a source close to Styles confirmed the singer has finished a brand-new album — apparently typed entirely on a typewriter — and is gearing up for an Aussie tour. Fans last caught him live on the Love On Tour shows in early 2023, and while nothing’s officially announced yet, the timing lines up perfectly with a post-album world tour. If the rumours are true, expect sold-out stadiums, a new era of hits, and plenty of fashion moments to swoon over. Harry’s back, and Melbourne will be ready.

Beyond The Valley Returns to Barunah Plains for Unmissable 10th Birthday Bash

Beyond The Valley is set to celebrate its milestone 10th birthday from December 28th to January 1st at Barunah Plains, Cradle Mountain. Presented by Untitled Group and triple j, the festival promises an expanded lineup of world-class stages, including a revamped Valley Stage designed with UK creative studio Vision Factory, alongside the return of fan favourites like Dr Dan’s and the Dance Dome. New experiences debut this year, such as The Lounge Room podcast stage, POOF DOOF’s Cirque Du Slay, and wellness activations by QV Ceramides.

With flexible ticket options and upgraded accommodation packages, Beyond The Valley is poised to deliver its biggest, most immersive summer celebration yet.

Sign up for presale here

Barunah Plains, Victoria

Taylor Swift Announces New Album

Swifties, catch your breath — Taylor is back! She just announced her twelfth studio album, The Life of A Showgirl, dropping the news at exactly 12:12am local time on August 12th after a sparkly orange countdown and some teasing socials. She even hinted at it on partner, Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast. No word yet on release date or album art, but vinyl, cassette and CD bundles (with poster!) are already up for pre-order. Stay tuned!

When Footy Meets the Doggfather: Snoop’s AFL Grand Final Takeover

When the AFL Grand Final’s MCG stage lights up in September, it won’t just be boots pounding turf — Snoop Dogg is bringing his iconic swagger to Melbourne for a pre-game performance set to rewrite the rules. The Doggfather’s arrival signals a collision of worlds: hip-hop’s laid-back cool meets Aussie footy’s fierce roar. Produced by Mushroom Group, this show honours the grand tradition of stadium spectacle while injecting fresh global flavour.

Expect a night where beats bounce off the crowd, culture crashes into sport, and Snoop’s legendary flow transforms the footy field into a stage for unforgettable magic.

The Lumineers Return: Folk-Rock Magic Set to Enchant Australia in 2026

After a sold-out 2022 run, The Lumineers are making their eagerly awaited return Down Under this January — bringing their signature blend of euphoric folk-rock, heart-wrenching lyricism, and soaring melodies to arenas from Melbourne to Perth. Riding the wave of their critically acclaimed fifth album, AUTOMATIC, the duo’s arena shows promise moments that linger long after the final chord. With billions of streams and a global fanbase that sings every word, the Lumineers invite you to lose yourself in music that feels both timeless and deeply alive.

Tickets drop Thursday 14th August, 11am (AEST)

Friday 9th January, Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne – tickets here

Tuesday 13th January, Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane – tickets here

‘Friday 16th January, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney – tickets here

Sunday 18th January – Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena, Adelaide – tickets here

Wednesday 21st January – RAC Arena, Perth – tickets here

It’s Official: Tomorrowland’s Iconic CORE Festival Is Coming to Melbourne in 2026

From the enchanted forests of Belgium to the rhythm-fuelled nights of Colombia, CORE — Tomorrowland’s most transcendent stage — is going global. In 2026, this sensory fever dream lands in Melbourne for the very first time, bringing with it an immersive collision of deep house, cutting-edge techno, and hypnotic stagecraft on Saturday, November 28.

Designed entirely in-house by Tomorrowland’s visionary creative team, the CORE stage is a cult icon in the dance world — a towering sculptural face framed by forest, drenched in light, and pulsing with sound. Expect a bold, boundary-blurring line-up of global heavyweights and local disruptors. CORE Melbourne isn’t just a festival — it’s a full-blown ritual.

Pre-register now at core.world and sign up to our newsletter for all the drops.

November 28th, 2026

Kendrick Lamar Adds Second Melbourne Show — Doechii Joins the Line-Up

Kendrick Lamar’s return to Australia just got even bigger. The Pulitzer Prize–winning rapper has added a second Melbourne show at AAMI Park on December 4th, with genre-bending dynamo Doechii stepping in as special guest. This fresh addition joins the already-sold-out December 3rd date (supported by ScHoolboy Q), plus their shared appearances at Spilt Milk Festival across Ballarat, Perth, Canberra, and the Gold Coast.

Expect lyrical ferocity, maximalist visuals, and a rare meeting of hip hop royalty. If you missed out the first time around, consider this your shot — and don’t sleep on it. Tickets are on sale now.

On sale 7th August – buy tickets here

December 4th at AAMI Park, Melbourne

Alison Wonderland is Throwing a Secret Melbourne Rave — And You’re Invited

Alison Wonderland is back, and she’s bringing the chaos in the best way possible. Teaming up with Spotify, the EDM powerhouse is hosting Ghost World — an exclusive, free underground gig on Thursday, 21st August at a secret CBD location. Think Boiler Room vibes, immersive album visuals, and a dance floor that hits like a fever dream. Only five double passes are up for grabs, plus one mega prize with flights and accommodation. It’s part of Spotify’s new ‘Turn Up AUS’ series — and it’s Wonderland, 100 percent. Register by 11th August or miss the magic.

Register here before 11th August

Thursday 21st August

Music News: 4 Albums We’re Seriously Excited About Right Now

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The 2025 music scene is heating up with bold voices, fresh sounds, and fearless storytelling. From soulful returns to genre-bending reinventions, these five albums (current or upcoming) demand a spot on your playlist. Get ready to discover the artists shaping the soundtrack of the year — it’s time to hit play and get inspired.

Lola Young — I’m Only F**king Myself

Lola Young is back and bolder than ever with I’m Only F**king Myself, landing September 19th, 2025. This album is guaranteed pure, unfiltered emotion — raw, introspective, and dripping with that fearless edge we live for. From aching heartbreak to fierce self-reflection, Lola’s voice cuts deep and lingers long. Ready for the next chapter? It’s unapologetically real and totally unforgettable. Get ready to feel every word.

Release Date: September 19th, 2025

Laufey — A Matter of Time

Iceland’s jazz-pop wunderkind Laufey returns with A Matter of Time, her most extroverted and emotionally expressive work yet. Teaming up with Aaron Dessner and Spencer Stewart, she leans confidently into heartbreak, hope, and hard truths — crafting sweeping, cinematic soundscapes that blur the lines between jazz, classical, and indie-pop. Get set for string arrangements, fluttering vocals, and lyrics that hit like poetry whispered in candlelight.

Release Date: August 22nd, 2025

Cleo Reed — Cuntry

Rowdy, revelatory, and rich with lived-in wisdom, Cuntry is Cleo Reed’s sophomore album and a searing document of protest, place, and personal power. Fusing folk, rap, and electronic flourishes, this double LP sings with history and clarity — “Salt n’ Lime” and “Americana” stand tall as genre-blurring triumphs. Reed calls it a time capsule for the modern labourer, built from open mic roots, New Orleans clown school, and chicken-soup soul. Radical, poetic, unforgettable.

Released: July 17th, 2025

Listen: Available on streaming platforms now

King Princess — Girl Violence

King Princess returns with Girl Violence — her most defiant, daring, and genre-smashing album to date. Teaming up with Jacob Portrait and Aire Atlantica, and featuring Joe Talbot of IDLES, this is gritty glam-pop at its best: equal parts heartbreak, attitude, and queer euphoria. Lead single “RIP KP” is a funeral and a rebirth — a raw, theatrical kiss-off to her former self. Consider this the evolution of a pop renegade.

Release Date: September 12th, 2025

Music News: Live Gigs, Festivals, Tour & Album Announcements

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Party in the Paddock Secures Its Future with $1.5M Lifeline

Party in the Paddock — Tasmania’s cult-favourite summer festival — is officially here to stay, with the state government pledging $1.5 million over three years to fund crucial upgrades (think fire systems and infrastructure). The boost ensures the boutique fest can keep slinging big vibes, top-tier acts, and community magic through 2027 and beyond. It’s a massive win for Tassie’s music scene and punters alike — time to start planning your next glitter-soaked paddock escape.

Olivia Dean Is Returning to Sydney for One Night Only This November

Just when we thought our 2025 gig calendar couldn’t get any better, Olivia Dean goes and drops a one-night-only show in Sydney — and we’re so here for it. After stealing hearts and headlining stages at Laneway Festival earlier this year, the soulful songstress is making her way back Down Under to celebrate her forthcoming album, The Art of Loving. But here’s the twist: she’s only playing one show.

Mark your calendars for November 20, because Olivia will be performing under the stars at the stunning Fleet Steps at Mrs Macquaries Point — a dreamy harbourside location perfectly suited to her signature sound. Pre-sale kicks off this Monday (you’ll need to pre-order the album to access it), with general tickets dropping Wednesday, July 23 via Ticketek. Word to the wise? Don’t sleep on this one — it’s likely to sell out faster than you can say “Carmen.”

Pre-sale: Monday, July 21 at 10am

General On Sale: Wednesday, July 23 via Ticketek

Justin Bieber Drops Surprise Album Swag — And It’s Deeply Personal

He’s back — and this time, it’s personal. Justin Bieber has unveiled Swag, a surprise 20-track album that blends introspection, love, and late-night studio energy into one of his most revealing releases yet. Hailey Bieber, ever the muse, features throughout the cover art and track themes, with their son Jack making his first major appearance in Bieber’s artistic world.

The album is full of nods to mental health (“Therapy Session”), fatherhood (“Dadz Love”), and commitment (“Devotion”, “Forgiveness”), with a few cheeky bangers in between. Features from Gunna, Sexyy Red, and Cash Cobain hint at a moodier, genre-fluid pivot.

It’s a new Bieber era — confident, experimental, and quietly reshaping what modern pop sounds like in 2025.

Oh, and FYI: Word is, the introspective Swag is just the warm-up — a proper pop album is rumoured to follow later this year or in early 2026.

Lorde Announces 2026 ULTRASOUND Arena Tour Across Australia & New Zealand

The alt-pop icon is coming home. Off the back of Virgin’s global chart takeover — and some of her boldest, most luminous tracks to date — Lorde has announced a six-date arena run across New Zealand and Australia this February. It’s her first tour down under since 2023, and fans can expect something intimate, theatrical, and totally Lorde: maximalism in slow motion. Virgin’s raw lyricism and glimmering production will find their natural home onstage, and with stops in Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne and beyond, this is a moment for the faithful.

American Express Presale: Tuesday 15th July, 1pm (local)
Frontier Member Presale: Thursday 17th July, 2pm (local)
General On Sale: Fri 18th July, 2pm (local)

Wed 11th February, 2026 – Spark Arena, Auckland, NZ
Fri 13th February – Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch, NZ
Mon 16th February – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane, QLD
Wed 18th February – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney, NSW
Sat 21st February – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, VIC
Wed 25th February – RAC Arena, Perth, WA

Royel Otis Set to Hit the Road with Biggest Aussie Tour Yet

From bedroom jams to arena euphoria, Sydney’s indie-rock darlings Royel Otis are shifting gears — fast. Fresh off the global festival circuit (Glastonbury, Lolla, Fuji Rock, you name it), the duo are bringing their playful chaos and sonic charisma home for their biggest Aussie tour yet this October with Meet Me In The Car.

Expect infectious hits, chart-topping covers, and that signature naughty-but-romantic magic that’s made Royel Otis the most loveable rockstars of the moment. Buckle up — it’s going to be a ride.

On sale Monday 14th July; purchase tickets here

Melbourne: Margaret Court Arena, Friday 17th October

Brisbane: The Fortitude Music Hall, Monday 20th October

Sydney: Hordern Pavilion, Friday 24th October

Perth: Ice Cream Factory, Wednesday 29th October

Hilltop Hoods Announce 2026 Tour

Suffa, Pressure and DJ Debris are bringing their ARIA Award-winning hip hop back to the stage with the Never Coming Home tour — and despite the name, SA fans can breathe easy, with stops in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Hobart. The national run comes fresh off the announcement of their upcoming album Fall From the Light, set for release on Augsut 1st. Expect new tracks, old-school anthems and a whole lot of love for the Aussie crowd. Presale tickets go on sale on July 14th, with general allocation to follow on July 17th, 10am local time.

February 14th, 2026 | Mystate Bank Arena

February 21st, 2026 | Adelaide Entertainment Centre

February 28th, 2026 | Qudos Bank Arena

March 7th, 2026 | Rod Laver Arena

March 14th, 2026 | Brisbane Entertainment Centre

March 21st, 2026 | RAC Arena

Lewis Capaldi Makes Grand Return to Aus

Lewis Capaldi is officially back on tour and Aussie fans, get ready to feel all the feels. The Scottish singer-songwriter — known for his soulful voice and heartfelt tunes — will perform in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth this November and December. Expect all the hits, all the emotion and that signature banter we can’t get enough of. Tickets drop Thursday, July 10th at 11am local time.

Thursday, December 4th, 2025| Brisbane Entertainment Centre

Saturday, December 6th, 2025 | Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park

Friday, December 12th, 2025 | Rod Laver Arena

Monday, December 15th, 2025 | Adelaide Entertainment Centre

Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 | RAC Arena

AC/DC Announce 2025 Australian Tour

You’ve seen the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ viral Thunderstruck routine, and now it’s your chance to experience the real thing. Rock royalty AC/DC will make their long-awaited return to Australian shores this November and December. Joined by Amyl and the Sniffers, the Grammy award-winning band is ready to unleash their signature energy, iconic riffs and full-force production across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, plus a headline stop at the bp Adelaide Grand Final. Set your reminders — tickets for the Power Up tour drop Thursday, June 26th via Ticketek and Ticketmaster.

Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 | Melbourne Cricket Ground

Friday, November 21st, 2025 | Accor Stadium

Sunday, November 30th, 2025 | bp Adelaide Grand Final

Thursday, December 4th, 2025 | Optus Stadium

Sunday, December 14th, 2025 | Suncorp Stadium

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Addison Rae Is Bringing Her World Tour To Australia

Addison Rae is officially going on tour, and she’s making a stop down under. The tour, appropriately named ‘The Addison Tour’, will make 24 stops across the world, kicking off in Dublin this August, before touring around Europe and North America, and finally, heading to Australia this year, just in time for summer.

Addison announced the tour on Instagram on Tuesday night, sharing a photo of herself on the floor with the tour locations and dates swirling around her. “THE ADDISON TOUR IS REALLY REAL!!!!!! I can’t believe I get to sing and dance for you (and with you) this Fall,” she wrote in the caption.

The Australian leg of the tour will include three shows:

• Melbourne – Forum Melbourne on November 11
• Brisbane – The Fortitude Music Hall on November 14
• Sydney – Enmore Theatre on November 17

Tickets will be available via presale on June 18 at 10 a.m. local time, with general sales starting on June 20.

So, if you’re ready to dance, sing, and party with pop’s newest darling live, mark your calendars and set your alarms.

Lenny Kravitz Announces Electrifying Aussie Tour with Special Guests Jet

Brace yourselves, Australia — the inimitable Lenny Kravitz is back and bringing his signature swagger and electrifying stage presence on the Blue Electric Light Tour 2025. From November 18th, the global rock icon will light up some of the country’s wildest, most iconic venues — from Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena to a show-stopping performance at the bp Adelaide Grand Final. Along the way, he’ll be tearing through Newcastle, Brisbane, Melbourne’s John Cain Arena, and even taking his high-voltage show to Mildura’s Sporting Precinct, bringing world-class rock straight to the heart of regional Australia.

The tour is set to be a full-throttle celebration of Kravitz’s decade-spanning career, blending his trademark soulful rock, psychedelic funk, and that unmistakable cool that’s earned him four GRAMMY® Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Expect a night of pure energy, with Lenny commanding the stage like only he can — raw, magnetic, and effortlessly suave.

Joining the party are none other than ARIA Hall of Famers Jet, true Aussie rock royalty known for their explosive, no-holds-barred performances. Celebrating 21 years since their multi-platinum debut, Get Born, Jet will fuel the tour with their gritty, classic rock anthems that have rocked stadiums worldwide.

This tour is poised to be the soundtrack of the summer — a chance to see two generations of rock legends collide in a live experience bursting with power, passion, and pure rock ‘n’ roll soul.

Tickets on sale from Friday 20th June

Join the waitlist here

Tuesday, 18th November | Sydney | Qudos Bank Arena

Wednesday, 19th November | Newcastle | Entertainment Centre

Friday, 21st November |Brisbane | Entertainment Centre

Tuesday, 25th November |Melbourne | John Cain Arena

Friday, 28th November |Mildura | Sporting Precinct

Saturday, 29th November |Adelaide | bp Adelaide Grand Final 

Kendrick Lamar Is Bringing the Heat (and His Bootleg Jeans) Back Down Under

Kendrick Lamar is set to light up the southern summer with a razor-edged return to Australian stages. This December, the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet of rap will headline Spilt Milk and drop into stadiums in Sydney and Melbourne like it’s nothing. Expect fire — from the bars to the visuals — as he pulls cuts from DAMN., Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, and beyond.

Fresh off a global run with SZA and still riding high from that Super Bowl set, Kendrick’s in peak form. Vulnerable, visionary, unstoppable — this is one tour you’ll be telling your grandkids about.

Tickets drop June 16th, 12pm

Ed Sheeran Announces 2026 Australian Tour

Ed Sheeran has (accidentally?) confirmed he’s coming back to Australia in early 2026—because why wouldn’t you spill tour secrets in a TikTok comment? The 34-year-old flame-haired chart warlock casually replied “Start of 2026” to a fan’s question, igniting chaos and organ-selling jokes across the internet. With his eighth studio album Play dropping September 12th, 2025—featuring tracks like Azizam and Sapphire — this could be Ed’s most ambitious era yet. Expect new sounds, stadium singalongs, and a whole lot of feelings. Until then, we wait… refresh button armed.

Fridayz Live 2025 Is Back — And It’s a Full-Blown Throwback Fantasy

Call your crew, dust off your low-rise jeans, and get emotionally prepared: Fridayz Live 2025 is making its grand return this October, and the lineup is straight-up iconic. Leading the charge? None other than Mariah Carey, hitting Aussie stages for the first time in years and celebrating 20 years of The Emancipation of Mimi (we’re screaming). Also on deck: Pitbull, aka Mr. Worldwide himself, bringing the heat with his “Party After Dark” tour. With hits like “Don’t Stop the Party”, “Timber,” and “Hotel Room Service,” you already know the vibes: champagne poppin’, hips locked, lyrics half-screamed.

And the wildest part? He’s not coming alone. Wiz Khalifa, Lil Jon, Eve, Jordin Sparks, and Tinie Tempah round out the nostalgia-soaked roster, making this a stadium-sized throwback banger you cannot miss. One stage, one night, all hits — it’s a millennial fever dream with bass.

Consider this your official warning: tickets will sell out, so snap them up before they’re all gone!

Join the waitlist here; presale from May 26th, 2025

Brisbane, October 17th, Brisbane Showgrounds

Sydney, October 18th, ENGIE Stadium

Perth, October 24th, Langley Park

Melbourne, October 25th, Marvel Stadium

Dom Dolla Is Throwing His Biggest Aussie Show Yet

Fresh off a record-breaking 2024 that saw him sell 170,000 tickets across four cities (the biggest Australian electronic tour. Ever.), Dom Dolla is closing out 2025 in serious style. The GRAMMY-nominated producer is stepping onto the stage at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium this December for his first stadium headline show — and trust us, this is one of those you-had-to-be-there moments.

Expect euphoric drops, razor-sharp visuals, and a crowd roaring for every beat of “Saving Up,” “Rhyme Dust,” and the rest of Dom’s chart-conquering bangers. This isn’t just a show — it’s a full-blown celebration of one of Australia’s biggest global dance exports doing what he does best: uniting tens of thousands of fans under one big, sweaty, joyous roof.

Tickets are going to fly. Don’t sleep on it.

Register for pre-sale here

Saturday 20th December, 2025

Allianz Stadium, Sydney

Franz Ferdinand Announce Australian Tour

More than five years since their last visit, Franz Ferdinand are set to electrify Australian stages once again in late 2025. The Glasgow indie rock icons will tour Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Wollongong, and Sydney, where they’ll perform a landmark show on the steps of the Sydney Opera House. Touring in support of their sixth studio album The Human Fear, released in January, the band brings new tracks like “Audacious,” “Night Or Day,” and “Hooked” to life alongside fan favourites including “Take Me Out” and “Do You Want To.”

Produced by Mark Ralph, the new record explores themes of fear in bold, danceable fashion. Expect a high-energy mix of post-punk riffs, infectious grooves, and classic Franz Ferdinand swagger.

Tickets go on sale from 10am (local time) on 14th May

Purchase tickets here

Bad Bunny Is Finally Coming to Australia & Sydney Is the Chosen One

While Bad Bunny was slaying at the Met Gala, Aussie fans were losing it over the real news: the Puerto Rican global icon is headed Down Under for his first-ever Australian shows in February 2026. As part of his massive Debí Tirar Más Fotos world tour, he’ll be lighting up Engie Stadium (Sydney Showgrounds) on Saturday February 28th, with a new show announced for Sunday March 1st. That’s two nights of Latin trap, reggaeton, and pop perfection — and only in Sydney. Miss it? No puedo ayudarte. Get ready to vibe, cry, and scream “Yo Perreo Sola” at the top of your lungs.

Tickets on sale now

Saturday February 28th and Sunday March 1st, 2026

Engie Stadium, Sydney Showgrounds

Kendrick Lamar Announced as Headliner for Spilt Milk 2025

Spilt Milk is back after a two-year hiatus…and its lineup has shocked Aussie fans and festival-goers. Headlining is none other than man of the hour, Kendrick Lamar, who has been in the spotlight recently because of his iconic Superbowl performance. Doechii will be gracing the lineup alongside Kendrick Lamar, as well as hard-techno DJ Sara Landry, TikTok-star-turned-pop-star Nessa Barrett, Rebecca Black, Dominic Fike, Club Angel, and more.Presale is on the 8th of May, however, if you’re a Vodafone customer you can request to secure your tickets now for an allocated price. Taking place in December, this may be the comeback Australia’s festival scene needs, and you’re certainly not going to want to miss your chance to get tickets.

Presale 8th May, sign up here

Ballarat – 6th December

Perth – 7th December

Canberra – 13th December

Gold Coast – 14th December

Lady Gaga Announces Mayhem Ball Tour Dates

Get ready, Lady Gaga is bringing her electric Mayhem Ball tour to Australia this December, marking her first shows down under since the 2014 ArtRave: The ARTPOP Ball. The pop icon will hit Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on December 5th, Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium on December 9th, and Sydney’s Accor Stadium on December 12th. Following the smash success of her latest album Mayhem, which debuted at No.1 on the Billboard 200, Gaga promises to deliver an unforgettable night of maximal pop.

Presale tickets drop on April 14th — get ready to experience the chaos.

December 2025

Kita Alexander Announces Australian Tour

After lighting up stadiums as the support act for Dua Lipa’s Radical Optimism tour, Australian alt-pop darling Kita Alexander is stepping into the spotlight with her own headline run. The Press Pause tour will hit major cities this July and August, bringing her shimmering hooks, emotional lyricism and magnetic stage presence to the Northcote Theatre (Melbourne), Princess Theatre (Brisbane), The Factory (Sydney), Lion Arts Factory (Adelaide) and The Rechabite (Perth). Expect pure pop catharsis and big feels. Tickets are on sale now — don’t sleep on this one.

August 8th, Adelaide

August 15th, Perth

The Fray Are Bringing Their Heart-Wrenching Anthems Back to Australia—Get the Tissues Ready

It’s been 20 years since How to Save a Life took over our iPods, soundtracked every Grey’s Anatomy heartbreak, and turned The Fray into the kings of sad bangers. Now, they’re finally coming back. This December 2025, The Fray will tour Australia for the How to Save a Life 20th Anniversary Tour, performing their era-defining debut album in full. Expect every lyric to hit like a gut punch, every chorus to send you spiraling, and maybe even a sneak peek at new music.

Presale starts Thursday March 27th—brace yourself!

Perth – December 3rd – Metro City
Brisbane – December 5th – Eatons Hill Hotel
Sydney – December 6th – Enmore Theatre
Melbourne – December 7th – The Forum

Lime Cordiale and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

Get ready for a musical mash-up that’ll hit you right in the feels. Pop-rock powerhouse Lime Cordiale is teaming up with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for a once-in-a-lifetime show. Imagine their anthems—Robbery, Temper Temper, Dirt Cheap—exploding into lush, cinematic soundscapes, backed by a full orchestra. This isn’t your typical gig; it’s a symphonic rollercoaster of electrifying riffs and soaring strings. With conductor Vanessa Scammell steering the ship, this high-energy collaboration promises to take you on a wild ride.

Tickets go live on Thursday March 27th—don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic.

If you have a presale code, click here

11th to 13th September, 2025

Teddy Swims Goes Big: Massive 2025 Aussie & NZ Tour Announced

Teddy Swims is making damn sure Australia and New Zealand feel the love, announcing his biggest tour yet this October. The GRAMMY-nominated vocal powerhouse is bringing his ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour’ to arenas across the country, fresh off global domination with his chart-topping album. With a voice built to shake stadiums and a setlist packed with soul-drenched anthems, this is one show you don’t want to sleep on.

Tickets drop Monday, March 24th via Frontier Touring—don’t miss out.

Tour dates to be announced for Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide & Perth

Bloc Party Is Bringing Silent Alarm & Greatest Hits to Australia & NZ!

Indie rock royalty Bloc Party is heading down under for an electrifying 20th-anniversary tour in August 2025. Fans will be treated to Silent Alarm in full—yes, every heart-racing riff, every anthemic chorus—alongside their biggest hits. As if that wasn’t enough, they’re bringing Young The Giant along for the ride. Get ready to scream Banquet at the top of your lungs. Tickets won’t last—grab yours here!

Kylie Minogue’s Legacy Has Been Commemorated with a Star Outside Rod Laver Arena

Kylie Minogue’s legacy just got the gold-star treatment—literally. After 35 years of dazzling Melbourne audiences, the Princess of Pop has been honoured with a star outside Rod Laver Arena, the very stage where she first performed in 1990. With a whopping 386,000 tickets sold across 33 shows, it’s only fitting that her name is now etched into Melbourne Park’s history, right alongside music mogul Michael Gudinski. The momentous tribute arrives as a push to reinstate Kylie’s long-lost statue gains momentum—because, honestly, Melbourne without a Kylie monument? Unthinkable.

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BLACKPINK’s 2025 Comeback Is Pure Global Domination

BLACKPINK is back and breaking the internet—again. After a string of solo slays—Lisa in White Lotus Season 3, Jennie’s star turn in The Idol, Rosé teasing solo sounds, and Jisoo’s Dior-fuelled film era—the queens are officially reuniting for a colossal 2025 comeback. New album? Dropping in June. World tour? Kicking off July 5 in Seoul. A rumoured jaw-dropping collab? We’re already screaming. With studio sessions heating up and Coachella whispers swirling, one thing’s clear: the Born Pink era was just the warm-up.

Sabrina Carpenter Teases Aussie Tour 

Sabrina Carpenter is giving fans a taste of something sweet—an Aussie tour tease! After serenading crowds as part of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, she’s ready to heat things up Down Under with a solo show. She’s been craving the chance to perform in Melbourne again, and we’re all ready to be Skinny Dippin’ into her dreamy setlist. While exact dates are still a mystery, get ready for a performance that will leave you hooked. 

Loved our picks of the latest music news that keep your life at an all-time bop? Now it’s time to match those tunes with the perfect setting. Keep the good vibes vibin’ as you unwind at dreamy island destinations and chic European-style escapes. Whether you’re soaking up the sun, sipping cocktails, or just letting the rhythm of the music guide you, these getaways pair perfectly with the soundtrack of your life.