TICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY 25 FEBRUARY

Frontier Touring is thrilled to announce that one of the biggest and most beloved rock bands of all time – Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Foo Fighters – will make their hugely anticipated return to Australia and New Zealand next summer. Celebrating their long-standing love of both countries, this return marks another major chapter in the band’s ongoing global touring legacy, as they bring their unparalleled live show to stadiums in Brisbane, Townsville, Sydney, Newcastle, Melbourne and Adelaide this November 2026, followed by Christchurch, Auckland and Perth in January 2027.

Today’s news follows Foo Fighters’ recent history-making performance in Tasmania – the biggest concert ever held in the State, and their first ever appearance in Launceston. The sold-out UTAS Stadium show reaffirmed Foo Fighters’ enduring connection with their fans down under, with frontman Dave Grohl fulfilling his onstage promise that the band would return before his birthday (January 14). Buoyed by their Tassie visit and with a reputation for delivering landmark live moments in every corner of the globe, Foo Fighters have added two regional cities, Townsville and Newcastle, to their forthcoming return.

Over in Christchurch meanwhile, the band will take to the stage at the city’s newly built, state-of-the-art One New Zealand Stadium, on track to be completed in April.

Foo Fighters are stoked to be sharing stages across Australia and New Zealand with 16 of the region’s hottest rising acts, handpicked by the Foos – arrive early and discover your next favourite band, with a support lineup including:

Brisbane: Full Flower Moon Band (Brisbane) + Mini Skirt (Byron Bay)
​Townsville: Full Flower Moon Band (Brisbane) + Downgirl (Sydney)
​Sydney: The Belair Lip Bombs (Frankston) + TEENS (Hobart)
​Newcastle: The Buoys (Sydney) + C.O.F.F.I.N (Sydney)
​Melbourne: The Belair Lip Bombs (Frankston) + FRENZEE (Melbourne)
​Adelaide: Kurralta Park (Adelaide) + Spooky Eyes (Launceston)
​Christchurch: Dartz (Wellington) + Seek Help! (Dunedin)
​Auckland: Dick Move (Auckland) + Ringlets (Auckland)
​Perth: Southern River Band (Perth) + Last Quokka (Perth)

Telstra Plus Members can access presale tickets from Friday 20 February via telstra.com.au/plus. Spark customer presale also starts Friday 20 February (12pm local time) via spark.co.nz/music. Frontier Members (sign up here) can access presale tickets from Monday 23 February (times staggered). Tickets will then go on sale Wednesday 25 February (times staggered) – see frontiertouring.com/foofighters for full tour information.

Renowned for their marathon sets and career-spanning performances, as the world’s premier stadium rock band Foo Fighters have sold over 1.8 million records in Australia alone, with nine #1 albums to date – the most #1’s in any territory for the group. With demand sure to be high for these nine shows, fans are urged to act quickly to secure tickets.

Foo Fighters are Dave Grohl, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear, Rami Jaffee and Ilan Rubin.

FOO FIGHTERS
​With special guests
​Presented by Frontier Touring and Triple M (AU), The Rock (NZ)

TELSTRA PLUS (AU) MEMBER PRESALE
​via telstra.com.au/music
​Runs 48 hours from: Friday 20 February
​or until presale allocation exhausted ​
​Pre-sale timings staggered per show, visit website for more details

SPARK (NZ) CUSTOMER PRESALE
​via spark.co.nz/music
​Runs 48 hours from: Friday 20 February (12pm local)
​or until presale allocation exhausted, visit website for more details

FRONTIER MEMBERS PRESALE
​via frontiertouring.com/foofighters
​Runs 24 hours from: Monday 23 February
​or until presale allocation exhausted ​ ​ ​
​Pre-sale timings staggered per show, visit website for more details

GENERAL PUBLIC ON SALE
​Begins: Wednesday 25 February (times staggered, see below)

ALL SHOWS LICENSED ALL AGES

Thursday 5 November 2026
​Suncorp Stadium | Brisbane, QLD
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/au
​With special guests Full Flower Moon Band (Brisbane) + Mini Skirt (Byron Bay)

Saturday 7 November 2026
​Queensland Country Bank Stadium | Townsville, QLD
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/au
​With special guests Full Flower Moon Band (Brisbane) + Downgirl (Sydney)

Tuesday 10 November 2026
​Accor Stadium | Sydney, NSW
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com.au
​With special guests The Belair Lip Bombs (Frankston) + TEENS (Hobart)

Thursday 12 November 2026
​McDonalds Jones Stadium | Newcastle, NSW
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/au
​With special guests The Buoys (Sydney) + C.O.F.F.I.N (Sydney)

Saturday 14 November 2026
​Marvel Stadium | Melbourne, VIC
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (11am local time)
​axs.com/au
​With special guests The Belair Lip Bombs (Frankston) + FRENZEE (Melbourne)

Tuesday 17 November 2026
​Coopers Stadium | Adelaide, SA
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/au
​With special guests Kurralta Park (Adelaide) + Spooky Eyes (Launceston)

Tuesday 19 January 2027
​One New Zealand Stadium | Christchurch, NZ
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/nz
​With special guests Dartz (Wellington) + Seek Help! (Dunedin)

Friday 22 January 2027
​Western Springs Stadium | Auckland, NZ
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/nz
​With special guests Dick Move (Auckland) + Ringlets (Auckland)

Monday 25 January 2027
​HBF Park | Perth, WA
​Licensed All Ages
​On sale: Wednesday 25 February (12pm local time)
​axs.com/au
​With special guests Southern River Band (Perth) + Last Quokka (Perth)

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PRESENTED BY DESTINATION NSW & UNTITLED GROUP

PRE-SALE REGISTRATION HERE

TOUR INFO HERE

Photo credit: Alex Loucas

Following the global unveiling of his next immersive live concept, Anyma presents ÆDEN, today Destination NSW and Untitled Group are thrilled to announce a one-off exclusive performance at The Domain, Sydney on Saturday 17th October 2026 – marking one of the most anticipated electronic music events to hit Australia this year.

Fans can enjoy a captivating glimpse of the world of ÆDEN, a blend of sci-fi futurism and ancient mythology, by watching the video teaser here.

Anyma – the project of Italian-American DJ, producer, and multidisciplinary artist Matteo Milleri – has quickly become synonymous with a new era of immersive electronic performance. Blending cutting-edge audiovisual production with emotive electronic music, Milleri’s work has carved out a singular space where music, visual art and technology converge on a global scale.

ÆDEN represents the next chapter in that evolution. Following acclaimed immersive productions Genesys and Quantum, the new concept expands Anyma’s meticulously crafted visual language into a fully realised environment where sound, narrative and digital design collide. The project will make its worldwide live debut at Coachella, before rolling out across select global cities – with Sydney announced as the sole Australian date.

“We’re so grateful to be partnering with the NSW Government to bring a project of this scale to Sydney,” said Michael Christidis, of Untitled Group. “Anyma presents ÆDEN is a truly boundary-pushing live experience, and delivering it at The Domain as a one-off Australian show is something we’re incredibly proud of. It’s about giving audiences access to the most forward-thinking electronic music experiences in the world, right here at home.”

Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said: “This is exactly the kind of immersive experience we want to see more of in Sydney and NSW, and we are thrilled to be partnering with Untitled Group to bring this world-renowned, cutting-edge artist exclusively to the Harbour City.

“The completely unique nature of Anyma’s shows means that we are expecting a significant number of attendees to travel to Sydney to attend the show. These visitors will not only experience a one-of-a-kind concert at The Domain, but will also stay in our hotels and eat at our restaurants, supporting hundreds of local businesses and jobs.

“Investing in a dynamic calendar of immersive world-class events and experiences like Anyma presents ÆDEN is a key strategic priority in achieving our goals set out in the Visitor Economy Strategy 2035.”

ANYMA PRESENTS ÆDEN

Pre-sale registration here: https://www.anyma.com/sydney 

Saturday 17th October 2026 – The Domain, Sydney

Since launching the Anyma project in 2021, Milleri has emerged as one of electronic music’s most forward-thinking creative forces. His recent milestones include becoming the first electronic artist to hold a residency at Sphere in Las Vegas, delivering his Quantum two-stage production at the Great Pyramids of Giza, and headlining global events including Tomorrowland, Ultra Miami, Coachella, and the League of Legends Worlds Opening Ceremony in China.

The announcement of ÆDEN follows the release of The End Of Genesys (Deluxe), out now via Afterlife/Interscope. The expanded release features the original album alongside six new tracks debuted during Anyma’s sold-out Sphere residency, including recent singles “Out Of My Body” featuring EJAE and “Till I Die” with Solomun featuring Claudia Valentina.

Anyma presents ÆDEN in Sydney will be one of the rare opportunities to experience this next evolution of the live project outside of major international festivals and first-run global tour stops – and the only chance for Australian audiences to witness ÆDEN in 2026.

About Anyma

Anyma is the American-born Italian electronic music and multidisciplinary artist Matteo Milleri. Renowned for boundary-defying techno compositions, visuals and live shows, Anyma became the first electronic music artist to hold a residency at Sphere Las Vegas in 2024. The meticulously produced Afterlife Presents Anyma “The End of Genesys” cybernetic opera drew in an audience of 200,000 people across all 12 dates. Exploring themes of technology, nature, humanity, and coexistence, Anyma also created the Genesys album trilogy. A debut album, Genesys, came out in 2023, followed by 2024’s Genesys II (Afterlife/Interscope), with a third, The End of Genesys in 2025. The trilogy was drawn to a close on NYE 2025 with The End of Genesys Deluxe, including latest single ‘Out Of My Body’, featuring KPop Demon Hunters star EJAE. Anyma’s further collaborators across albums and live shows have included Sevdaliza, Grimes, Ellie Goulding, FKA Twigs, John Summit and many more. In 2024, he took on visual creative direction for The Weeknd’s “One Night Only” concert in São Paulo, Brazil. In 2025, Anyma held a summer residency at the world’s largest club [UNVRS] in Ibiza. He also headlined Ultra Miami 2025 with a B2B set with Solomun, additionally headlining Sziget Festival, Zürich Open Air, and many more. Last year, Anyma launched the beginning of his creative partnership with Oakley, was announced as a 2026 Coachella headliner, ranked #10 on DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs list, soundtracked the Vetements 2025 Paris Fashion Week runway show with Chris Avantgarde, headlined and provided creative direction at the League of Legends World Championship in China, and delivered a sold-out performance at the iconic Pyramids of Giza, where he unveiled his groundbreaking two-part show, “Quantum Genesys.” 

Anyma presents ÆDEN is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and events agency, Destination NSW.

Presale registration is now open.

Presale tickets go on sale 2pm AEDT Wednesday 18th February 2026.

General public tickets on sale 10am AEDT Friday 20th February 2026.

For more info on Anyma, visit: 

WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE | X

Photography: Jake Harm Nam

Photography & Words: Charlotte Najjar

Well, 17,589 steps and many rain ponchos later, Laneway 2026 was certainly the place to be on Sunday. Not even the pouring rain could keep Sydney from pulling up to one of the biggest festivals of the year, thousands flocking in early to catch artists such as Cavetown, Shady Nasty and Teen Jesus and The Jean Teasers. 

The weather also didn’t stop the featured artists from giving us their all on the stage, a handful of UK artists even praising the brief pause from the heat, making way for something more comparable to the british summers. 

The Belair Lip Bombs, fresh off their European tour brought big energy to the Hope Springs stage, an excellent warm up before heading over to Cavetown at the main stages. 

The day flew by in a blur of talent, Shady Nasty was an excellent introduction to the Everything Ecstatic DJ tent, the place was seriously packed out, and Wisp was another crowd favourite with their alt, shoe-gazy sound that took over the space. 

Of course, checking out Teen Jesus in between was a non-negotiable, with the recent release of their  album “Glory“, they garnered quite the hype and were an honest highlight of the day. 

A quick dash back to center stage got us to Alex G in the nick of time, then it was a quick lunch break before a crazy back to back trio of Lucy Dacus, The Dare and Role Model. All three brought a unique energy to each of their spaces, especially The Dare who I genuinely have no words to describe the energy and stage presence of. Just know the next time he plays near you, get to that show immediately. 

Geese was next up on my list, and this up and coming band from NYC did not disappoint. Such a cool new sound, a bit rock a bit jazz, and a crowd that are already forming such a loyal fan base for the group here in Sydney. 

I’ve heard that Pink Pantheress put on an incredible show, drawing insane crowds to the tent, so much so it had people climbing trees to get a look. I however, was not one of those brave enough to venture into such a crowd, as I was busy gearing up for Wet Leg over at the main stage. 

I popped over just in time to catch The Wiggles make a special guest appearance as Role Model’s “Sally”, before heading into the pit to enjoy the UK band’s incredible performance. The show was phenomenal, made even better by the iconic red landline microphone that they brought out for CPR. 

The final few sets were definitely a stretch to try and get to all at once. Malcolm Todd really delivered on a great sound and performance for his adoring fans, but I have beef with whoever scheduled him at the same time as Wolf Alice. Alas, that is the festival lifestyle, so it was quite the sprint (and I mean that in the most literal sense I can assure you) for myself and a few others to get there in time for the group, but there were zero regrets. Definitely one to see if you’re attending any of the other Laneway dates. 

Finally, to end the night, a quick stop over at Yung Lean and Bladee (incredible) before what everyone had been waiting for. I swear I blinked and every stage had emptied within seconds, everyone headed to the same spot to try and catch a glimpse of pop phenomenon (Femininomenom even) Chappell Roan. 

Despite the absolutely insane crowd, it was the perfect end to the perfect day. Chappell has a stage presence and personality like no other, controlling the environment around her to create a truely emersive show. It was such a treat to have her here again, after her 2023 show at Liberty Hall, it was quite the change of pace. Either way I think we are all hoping to have her back here as soon as possible, just to witness another show of a lifetime.

Just over two weeks remain until GOLDEN HOUR makes its debut on Bondi Beach this February, with VIP sold out and General Admission very close to sold out.

Headlined by the iconic CROWDED HOUSE, the inaugural edition of the new live music event is rapidly approaching sell-out as anticipation builds for its first summer on the sand.

GOLDEN HOUR will welcome CROWDED HOUSE alongside the acclaimed THELMA PLUM to one of Australia’s most beloved shorelines. Designed to offer a safe, warm and welcoming environment, the event brings together community energy, comfort and world-class live music in a uniquely coastal setting.

Created as a new end-of-summer ritual for music fans, and marking the first major concert to take place on Bondi Beach in more than a decade, GOLDEN HOUR brings music to the sand. Guests are invited to settle in on the hill above the foreshore for sweeping ocean views, peak sunset moments and a shared live music experience.

With more special guests still to be announced, GOLDEN HOUR is set to be a night of affirmation and celebration, spotlighting powerful voices and engaging performances. The 2026 edition runs from 5pm to 10pm, launching an annual summer series that will return with new artists and experiences in the years ahead.

Final General Admission tickets are available now, with limited allocations remaining.

GOLDEN HOUR LIVE ON BONDI BEACH
Friday 20 February 2026

CROWDED HOUSE
THELMA PLUM
& MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED

TICKETS

GOLDEN HOUR:  Website  Instagram

It’s been a long time coming for fans and the artist alike but this coming June, RYAN OAKES will be unleashing his hyper-charged shows in Australian venues nationwide. 

For the Virginia-born, Los Angeles-raised rapper, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, this trip is an opportunity to connect with some of his biggest supporters, while also debuting a stacked catalogue of material in this area of the world for the first time.

The talented multi-hyphenate has crafted a unique style of performance that matches an expert blend of hip-hop and alternative music – a signature sound that a community of music fans quickly fell for, and have become extremely loyal to. Oakes’ steadfast dedication to creating art that speaks to his individuality, bolstered by a DIY and independent approach, has garnered over 47 million streams: a figure that continues to blow up with each release.

Collaborating with a varied range of artists including MOD SUN, State Champs and Hollywood Undead, Oakes has earned a reputation for himself as being a versatile artist and one unafraid to be spurred on by the spirit of his peers – and vice versa.

In 2025, Oakes released his latest studio album, OPUS, a project that demonstrated the fiery ambition that remains threaded through the DNA of his work. It also reminds the listener that Oakes is far from done with pushing the boundaries of where he wants his music to go.

In coming to Australia, he is excited to share the new music with fans, as well as finally putting on a show his Australian community fans have long been hanging out to witness.

“Australia has been some of my biggest supporters  for years now and a tour has been long overdue. We are going to make sure this is a truly special experience for everybody by including free meet and greets at every single show. At the end of my set I’m going to head to the merch booth and shake as many hands and take as many pictures as I can. This is a one time thing to show the fans how much I truly appreciate them holding me down down undah for so many years. Can’t wait to finally meet everyone and give them a show that makes up for the ten year wait!” RYAN OAKES

PRAISE

“The album is a decade in the making, seeing Oakes alternate between hip-hop, pop-punk, and seemingly everything in between. It’s resulted in a versatile collection appealing to fans across the scene’s spectrum.”
NEW NOISE MAGAZINE

“As the night progressed, the crowd’s enthusiasm grew with each successive song, leading up to a spectacular finale. Ryan Oakes had set the bar high, leaving the crowd ready for more.”

MELODIC MAGAZINE

RYAN OAKES AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES

Tickets via destroyalllines.com 

Pre-sale from 11am local time Monday 9 February

General sales from 11am local time Tuesday 10 February

Friday 19 June Crowbar Brisbane

Saturday 20 June Corner Hotel Melbourne

Sunday 21 June Oxford Art Factory Sydney

Tuesday 23 June Zhivago Adelaide

Thursday 25 June Magnet House Perth

RYAN OAKES: Official Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | TikTok | YouTube

Playlunch extend Sex Ed Regional Tour due to overwhelming demand with additional QLD dates plus venue upgrade

Announce LUNCH FEST in association with Great Southern Nights

Follows triple j Hottest 100 debut with Keith (#4) and It’s Raining Men [Like A Version] (#73)

Regional Queensland, it’s time to pack your lunchboxes! Beloved Aussie bogan-funk outfit Playlunch today announce an extension to their now 30+ date Sex Ed regional tour, treating lunchers in Cairns, Townsville and Mackay to the band’s exuberant live show, plus venue upgrades for their Canberra, Wollongong, and Frankston shows due to overwhelming demand. Playlunch are also proud to announce LUNCH FEST – a minifest curated by Playlunch, DoubleU Artists, and Destroy All Lines in association with Great Southern Nights, set to take place at Sydney’s Liberty Hall on May 15.

LUNCH FEST is set to bring an incredible lineup of talent from across the country together for the school assembly of the century. Joining Playlunch will be multi-award winning innovator DEVAURA, electrifying Minang Noongar artist Ricky Neil Jr., and alt-pop rising star Shannen James, plus a local opener yet to be announced.

Earlier this week the band also announced their first tour across the ditch, playing to New Zealand fans in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland in May. Tickets are on sale now.

The announcements follow Playlunch’s triple j Hottest 100 double-debut, where the group landed the #4 spot for their now iconic track ‘Keith’, and #73 for their Like A Version cover of The Weather Girls’ ‘It’s Raining Men’. As voted by the nation, Playlunch have cemented themselves as one of Australia’s favourite new acts, and tickets are flying for their mammoth regional run and last Australian shows for the foreseeable future.

“Touring regionally has always been such a big priority for our band since the very start, and getting around to all the people who continue to support us,” says the band. “To be able to keep the Sex Ed train rolling is so special! These will be the last Australian shows for quite a while as we are looking to see what the rest of the world has in store for us; so we hope you are able to grab a ticket and make it a night to remember. Everyone is in for an absolute treat, with a show of nonstop dancing and singing across the whole lineups!”

Multiple dates remain for Victorian fans, with the tour continuing in Frankston this Saturday, plus St Kilda, South Morang, Traralgon, and Barwon Heads shows in the coming months. In March, Playlunch are scheduled to return to Tasmania for Good Gumnuts Festival, plus a headline show in Hobart, before playing sold out shows in Queensland’s Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast in April, and Cairns, Townsville and Mackay in May. New South Wales lunchers can catch Playlunch throughout April and May in Byron Bay, Albury, Gosford, Sydney, Newcastle, Avalon Beach, Wollongong, and Archies Creek, and Canberra will be treated to a one-off show in April. Tickets are on sale now via destroyalllines.com.

The regional run follows Playlunch’s completely sold out headline tour in September in celebration of their second album Sex Ed, where they played their biggest headline shows to date across the country.  Released in August via ABC Music, Sex Ed was immediately adored, debuting at #7 on the ARIA Australian Artist Charts and cracking the Top 5 for physical sales. The release was followed up by an instant classic triple j Like A Version, with the group covering The Weather Girls’ ‘It’s Raining Men’. Playlunch were nominated for two J Awards for the record, including Unearthed Artist of the Year and Australian Music Video of the Year for their viral single ‘Keith’. The iconic track also made its way into bbno$’s setlist at his most recent Melbourne show. With an infectious catalogue of genre-blending, tongue-in-cheek tracks covering nostalgic and distinctly Aussie themes like school athletics days, rental inspections, grumpy neighbours, and the peculiar world of daytime TV on a sick day, Playlunch’s  live shows promise audiences a sense of euphoric escapism and unabashed joy. Pack your schoolbags and grab your Yu-Gi-Oh! cards for childhood nostalgia’s night of nights, coming to a city near you! All Lines presents PLAYLUNCH THE SEX ED REGIONAL ALBUM TOUR with special guests Friday 5th December – Sooki Lounge – Belgrave, VIC SOLD OUT Wednesday 31st December – Indian Ocean Hotel (NYE) – Scarborough, WA Saturday 3rd January – Lorne Theatre – Lorne, VIC Friday 9th January – The Whalers – Warrnambool, VIC Saturday 10th January – Ocean Sounds Festival – Phillip Island, VIC Friday 16th January – The Deck – Bendigo, VIC Saturday 17th January – Volta – Ballarat, VIC SOLD OUT Thursday 29th January – Prince of Wales – Bunbury, WA SOLD OUT Friday 30th January – The River – Margaret River, WA SOLD OUT Saturday 31st January – Albany Town Hall – Albany, WA SOLD OUT Saturday 7th February – Pier Bandroom – Frankston, VIC SOLD OUT Saturday 21st February – Commercial Hotel – South Morang, VIC SOLD OUT Saturday 7th March – Republic Bar – Hobart, TAS SOLD OUT Sunday 8th March – Good Gumnuts Festival – Burnie, TAS Friday 13th March – The Deck – Traralgon, VIC Saturday 14th March – Barwon Heads Club – Barwon Heads, VIC SOLD OUT Saturday 28th – Archies Creek Hotel – Archies Creek, VIC SOLD OUT Thursday 9th April – Solbar – Sunshine Coast, QLD SOLD OUT Friday 10th April – The Northern – Byron Bay, NSW Saturday 11th April – Miami Marketta – Gold Coast, QLD SOLD OUT Sunday 12th April – Finnians Tavern – Port Macquarie, NSW Thursday 20th April – UC Refectory – Canberra, ACT  *VENUE UPGRADE* Friday 24th April – The Espy Gershwin Room – St Kilda, VIC SOLD OUT Saturday 25th April – Beer Deluxe – Albury, NSW Friday 1st May – Drifters Wharf – Gosford, NSW Saturday 2nd May – UTS Underground – Sydney, NSW SOLD OUT Friday 8th May – King Street Bandroom – Newcastle, NSW SOLD OUT Saturday 9th May – Avalon Beach RSL Club – Avalon Beach, NSW SOLD OUT Sunday 10th May – UOW – Wollongong, NSW *VENUE UPGRADE* Friday 15th May – LUNCH FEST @ Liberty Hall – Sydney, NSW Friday 22nd May – Tanks Arts Centre – Cairns, QLD Saturday 23rd May – The Warehouse – Townsville, QLD Sunday 24th May – The Met – Mackay, QLD Thursday 28th May – Erricks – Dunedin, NZ Friday 29th May – The Loons – Christchurch, NZ Saturday 30th May – Meow – Wellington, NZ Sunday 31st May – Whammy Bar – Auckland, NZ For tickets & more information visit destroyalllines.com About Playlunch Forged in the depths of lockdown in a share house home-studio somewhere in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, Playlunch is the chaotic, genre-bending brainchild of producer and multi-instrumentalist Liam Bell. A wild blend of retro dance music, late ‘90s/early 2000s Aussie nostalgia and unapologetic suburban swagger, Playlunch aren’t just riding a wave—they’re creating their own: a loud, proud, and irresistibly fun genre they call Bogan Funk. Since bursting onto the scene in April 2022, Playlunch have gone from a cult curiosity to one of Australia’s most exciting and talked-about new acts. Their 2023 debut album, Who’s Ready For A Good Time?, laid the foundations with viral TikTok moments, triple j High Rotation, and a sold-out 500-person shows across Australia – but Playlunch aren’t just a viral moment. In an industry facing tough economic headwinds, Playlunch have defied the odds, powered by a fiercely loyal and ever-growing fanbase. Their 2024 showcase at BIGSOUND cemented their reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging acts, with eyes now firmly set on their next era. 2025 has seen Playlunch cement their place in the national spotlight with the release of their sophomore album Sex Ed — a bold, cheeky, and sonically irresistible evolution of their Bogan Funk manifesto. The standout single “Keith” became a breakout hit, racking up over 3 million streams across DSP’s, 10 million+ views across TikTok and Instagram Reels, and earning triple j Feature Track alongside high rotation and community radio saturation across the country. Thanks to its hilarious yet heartfelt tribute to every middle-aged Aussie bloke you’ve ever known, “Keith” struck a chord far beyond their core fanbase—spawning thousands of memes, fan videos, drag performances and even unofficial pub karaoke nights. The track reached #1 on the Spotify Viral 50 (AU) and helped propel Sex Ed into national charts and end-of-year “Best Of” lists. Playlunch’s insane live show has made them a must-see act across the country. Across NYE on the Hill, Party in the Paddock, Hyper Festival (to name a few), and a headline tour of packed-out 1200 CAP venues, they’ve built a reputation for turning any crowd into a sweaty, laughing, dancing mess. Wherever they go, Playlunch take nostalgic school disco and amp it up to full-blown festival euphoria. Connect with Playlunch

 

Photography: Darren Chan

Photography: Jake Harm Nam

Australian songwriter and producer Callum MacDonald, best known as a core member of R&B/soul project daste., steps into a new creative chapter this week with the launch of his solo project Monsieur Mellow. While daste. continue work on new material slated for 2026, MacDonald has taken the opportunity to explore a sound that’s been quietly forming for years.

The first taste of Monsieur Mellow arrives via ‘Paris Strut’; a groove-led, jazz-house debut that introduces the sonic world of MacDonald’s forthcoming ep, which is already completed and waiting in the wings. Drawing from funk, disco, reggae, and Caribbean influences, the track is rich in warmth and movement, built to feel lived-in, loose, and instinctive.

Written in the in the wake of touring UK/EU with daste., ‘Paris Strut’ emerged from a period of renewed inspiration on the road. “After returning home from touring Europe with my band daste., the time on the road left me deeply inspired by Caribbean, reggae, disco, and funk. For the first time I felt a clear sense of direction for music that existed outside of the band.” MacDonald explains.

At the heart of the track is a raw, emotive acappella sample from Parbleu’s ‘Pas de Saints Au Paradis’, which MacDonald chops and weaves through understated drums, soft pads, guitar, and bass, allowing each element to bounce off the next and create the feeling of a real band playing together in a room. “This project is about following instinct, world influences, and creating groove-setting music that feels raw and rough around the edges,” he says.

The title ‘Paris Strut’ captures the track’s essence perfectly: a confident, effortless swagger inspired by wandering the streets of Paris, spring in step. It’s that same feeling that sparked the sonic identity of Monsieur Mellow, an outlet for movement, mood, and musical freedom.

With ‘Paris Strut’, Callum MacDonald sets the tone for a solo project driven by feel over perfection, groove over gloss, and instinct over expectation, marking an exciting new direction for one of Australia’s most versatile songwriters/producers.

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Stream:

https://bfan.link/paris-strut

Socials:
https://linktr.ee/monsieurmellow 

Credits:

Written by Callum MacDonald & Parbleu

Produced by Callum MacDonald

Mixed by Callum MacDonald

Mastered by Paul Blakey

Artwork by Callum MacDonald

Visuals by Callum MacDonald & Lauren Whitehill

Photos by Lauren Whitehill

Returning for a brand new year of country music goodness out on the gorgeous Newcastle Foreshore, HOWLIN’ COUNTRY is prepared to usher in a whole new wave of memories for music fans and the local community alike on Saturday 14 February.

Headlined by US country superstar LAINEY WILSON and featuring Newcastle’s own global country icon MORGAN EVANS, on a lineup stacked with talent including US performers KAITLIN BUTTS and FLATLAND CAVALRY; and Australian favourites ADAM NEWLING and TYLA RODRIGUES, this year’s edition of HOWLIN’ COUNTRY was positioned early as one of the most anticipated large-scale music events this side of 2026.

With the lineup now complete with the addition of more stellar talent including Alabama Country-Soul artist KASHUS CULPEPPER, PAUL DEMPSEY – who will be bringing SHOTGUN KARAOKE to the event, Melbourne’s SWEET TALK, Brisbane’s THE WET WHISTLES, Ballarat’s LEWIS LOVE and local Novocastrians, GRAND PRICKS and SHARNEE FENWICK; Attendees can now start planning their day at HOWLIN’ COUNTRY, with set times now released.

There’ll be no shortage of action at Howlin’ this year, with a stacked lineup of on-site activations making it a true all-day experience for music lovers, families, and festival roamers alike. With the festival landing on Valentine’s Day, love is well and truly in the air with the Love Truck selling roses for those who forgot, along with our Lil’ Howlers stalls with handmade friendship and love bracelets, alongside a speed-dating tent hosted by popular podcast Ladies Love Country. Official beer partner Tooheys will fire things up with a crowd-favourite bungee run and plenty of prizes, while Traveller Whiskey will be bringing their sampler truck to the festival for those who want to taste some of Chris Stapleton’s finest. Bundy Rum takes over the sold-out Howlin’ Hotel VIP tent with secret DJ sets popping up throughout the day, and Country Trucker Hats will be on site serving up the sharpest country lids going around. Howlin’ have the Little Tackers covered this year with the Lil Howlers kids zone, featuring free face painting, yard games, ride-on pony cycles and a classic jumping castle. Last but not least, Howlin’s revamped second stage The Bale House will be showcasing top local Australian acts by day before transforming into a late-night honky-tonk beer garden. Cheap Whiskey DJs will be bringing the house down in the evening, and if you fancy a bull ride after a boogie, they’ll have a mechanical bull running all night at The Bale House. Tickets for HOWLIN’ COUNTRY are selling fast, with the music festival expected to bring a boost in tourism and community strength to Newcastle across the February weekend. Proudly 100% owned and operated, HOWLIN’ COUNTRY has remained steadfast in its commitment to supporting local producers and business owners in Newcastle. Not only is HOWLIN’ COUNTRY giving local artists the opportunity to share the stage with globally recognised and renowned artists, but the festival has opened its arms in embracing local vendors, staff and community business right across the event, from the ground up. This has been key to the development of HOWLIN’ COUNTRY, as festival promoter MOE MATTHEW explains, “We are excited to be bringing Howlin’ back for a second year in Newcastle. Being promoters who live in Newcastle, it’s important for us to support as many local businesses as we possibly can when putting Howlin’ on. This year we are spending around 80% of our event costs with local suppliers, and also have five artists from Newcastle on our line-up!”. HOWLIN’ COUNTRY remains dedicated to offering music fans the best experience possible, with a number of ticket packages available to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all ages. But don’t wait around! HOWLIN’ COUNTRY is on track to match its debut year, and sell fast for 2026. HOWLIN’ PREMIUM: Best seats in the house alongside your own bar & toilets + selected pastries from CRUMB Bakery. Howlin’ Premium has a few surprises up for grabs for the ticket holders. Make sure you get your raffle ticket on the way in, because you could be standing on the side of the stage watching your favourite artists. HOWLIN’ HOTEL / VIP TICKETS: SOLD OUT YOUTH TICKET: Available for 16 & 17 year olds wishing to attend without parents/guardians. KIDS UNDER 16: Allowed to attend with a parent/guardian. KIDS UNDER 3: Free! HOWLIN’ COUNTRY 2026 TICKETS Saturday 14 February Newcastle Foreshore NSW HOWLIN’ COUNTRY ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENT LAINEY WILSON MORGAN EVANS FLATLAND CAVALRY KAITLIN BUTTS KASHUS CULPEPPER PAUL DEMPSEY’S SHOTGUN KARAOKE ADAM NEWLING GRAND PRICKS LEWIS LOVE SWEET TALK THE WET WHISTLES TYLA RODRIGUES SHARNEE FENWICK CHEAP WHISKEY DJs HOWLIN’ COUNTRY: Official Website | Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Tik Tok