The stars are aligning for remarkable musicians of South East NSW poised for a career defining moment, as triple j Unearthed opens up a competition for the region to secure a spot on the Wanderer Festival line-up. Festival headliners include Missy Higgins, whose career was kick started when she won triple j Unearthed aged just 17 and was catapulted into fame, a record deal and an enduring career that sees her recently crowned #1 in triple j Unearthed’s 100 Best Discoveries of all time. 

The Wanderer Festival triple j Unearthed competition is open now until 11:59 pm AEST, Sunday 31 August, 2025. The competition is open to musicians from South East NSW and can be entered by uploading up to 3 songs. Information on the competition will be  live at www.abc.net.au/triplejunearthed/competitions.

Recent additions to the lineup include exciting alt-folk outfit Any Young Mechanic who are also on the brink of stardom as the young Adelaide outfit get set to grace Europe’s mighty festival stages at Reading, Leeds, Rock en Seine and more this month. Cheeky Leash brings the fun with their energetic indie rock, punchy hooks and good vibes. The Vasco Era will rattle your very soul awake – shaking you alive with their raw wild energy juxtaposed in an instant with tender and beautiful tones.   

Adding to the Arts program, Wanderer welcomes back La Petite Grande – a Tardis of ohhs, ahhs and belly laughs. A gorgeous little pop-up theatre, La petite Grande presents classy sideshows designed for multi-generational audiences. Expect mind blowing acrobatics, side splitting comedy, gravity defying juggling, record- breaking hula hoops and anything else your mind can dream up. Hosts Kiki and Pascal take you on a short, sharp, silly and hilarious ride through 20 minute shows.

A word about tickets – they’re selling twice as fast as the last event. Don’t miss out! 

With the line-up now complete, map out your festival weekend with the Wanderer Festival program schedule and Festival App out now.

A genuine festival of culture, Wanderer is a world-class production of music and art that expertly weaves the unique and creative spirit of the region through the vast and diverse program of national and international artists. As always, the cuisine will be heavenly. 

Music Program – Saturday

Missy Higgins, Saint Motel (USA), Hockey Dad, Magic Dirt, Lavern (NL), Pierce Brothers, Grace Cummings, Folk Bitch Trio, Johnny Cash Recordings w Henry Wagons, O And The Mo (NZ), Jack Botts, The Tullamarines, Cheeky Leash, Dust, MAD.DAY, Groove Society, Jimi The Kween, Bec Sandridge, Prodikal – 1, Sixten b2b Benjamin, Sunday Lemonade, Bega Sound Collective.

Music Program – Sunday

The Living End, Boy & Bear, Jacob Banks (UK), Petit Biscuit (FR), Nikki Lane (USA), Cut Copy (DJ Set), The Vanns, Dug (IRL), Emma Donovan, The Vasco Era, Sylvie (USA), The Bures Band, Any Young Mechanic, MAD.DAY, Groove Society, Jimi The Kween, Bega Sound Collective, Lotte Gallagher, Mika James, Radium Dolls, Val Moogz, Lillian Mcveity.

Also bringing down the house in Wanderhaus we give you Chicka b2b Rangz, Darcy M. & Carlo T., Jai Cole b2b Kurtis Markwort, Just Andrew, Swell Records DJs, Usual Suspects DJs

Arts Program – Sat & Sun

La Petite Grand, Circus Trick Tease, Hannah Cryle – Giant Wheel, Josh Philips – Giant Ladder, Hobby Horse Gymkhana, Sam’s Caravan, The Swell – Festival Zeen, I Wear Wanderer, Big Lost Band, Fling Physical Theatre, We Shaped Up Like This, Morning Dance Party, Hair Dressing Salon, Social Dancing, Welcome To Country and Smoking Ceremony with Duurunu Miru Dancers. 

October 4th-5th Wanderer Festival Pambula Beach, NSW

3rd-5th Oct Onsite Campground 

Tickets are selling fast, get yours now from www.wanderer.com.au

Wanderer is biennial so it would just be too long of a wait until the next one in 2027 if you miss out! 

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Wanderer Festival is supported proudly by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW

Reconnect. Explore. Discover. Be a Wanderer.

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CORE is travelling to all corners of the world in 2026  with festivals in Colombia, USA, and Australia 

From the forests of Tomorrowland to the world: CORE unveils global festival tour – arriving in Melbourne in November 2026

After two successful editions in Medellín, Colombia, CORE is now ready to expand and make its debut in the United States and Australia. In 2026, CORE is going global and is confirmed to arrive in Melbourne on Saturday, November 28, 2026.

For the first time ever, the iconic CORE stage will host standalone festivals on three different continents, set to transcend borders and awaken the senses of music lovers around the world. Initially born in the lush green surroundings of Tomorrowland as one of its most iconic and beloved stages, CORE now represents its own universe and musical DNA within Tomorrowland.

Teaming up with agencies Framed and Pitch Control, CORE Melbourne will capture the essence of the brand: a unique festival that blends the finest music in a natural, enchanting setting. Line-up and ticket details for CORE Melbourne will be revealed in early 2026.

Deeply rooted in nature and guided by a mission to bring people together through the finest alternative house & techno music, CORE unveils a global festival tour with three world-spanning destinations for 2026, bringing the mythical and beautifully crafted stage alongside a spectacular audiovisual experience to all corners of the globe. Pre-register and more info at core.world.

Entirely designed and crafted in-house by Tomorrowland’s creative team, the CORE stage with its stunning face design is a real artistic masterpiece that turned in no time into a true crowd favorite and has become a symbol of deep, alternative sounds. The CORE stage is known for its unique, immersive audiovisual experience and storytelling, taking festivalgoers on a multi-sensory journey with lights, dynamic videos, and enchanting scents. The sonic focus of CORE remains alternative house and techno music, branching off to different subgenres with both internationally renowned acts, as well as new talents and local artists.

“We are thrilled to bring the iconic CORE stage to Australia. As one of the signature experiences of Tomorrowland, CORE represents the essence of our music, art, and stage design. We look forward to sharing this unique atmosphere with fans in Australia and around the world.” Said Debby Wilmsen – Spokesperson for WEAREONE.world

The CORE universe

 Besides the three shows in Medellín, Los Angeles, and Melbourne, CORE continues to showcase a curation of alternative house and techno acts at the iconic CORE stage at festivals like Tomorrowland Belgium, Tomorrowland Winter, and Tomorrowland Brazil. The CORE universe also lives beyond the stage through cutting-edge releases on its boutique label CORE Records and the monthly CORE Radio Show on One World Radio, spotlighting the most exciting emerging talent from around the world. Blending internationally renowned acts with boundary-pushing new voices across a range of subgenres, CORE delivers the energy of a full-fledged party while inviting audiences into a world of unexpected musical discoveries.

CORE in 2026 – pre-register and more info at core.world.

CORE Medellín – February 20 & 21, 2026 – Colombia

CORE Los Angeles – May 2 & 3, 2026 – USA

CORE Melbourne – November 28, 2026 – Australia

Line-up and ticket details for CORE Melbourne will be revealed in early 2026.

This October, Ministry of Sound celebrates 34 years of club culture in London with New York house pioneer Armand Van Helden. The four-room celebration will feature rising stars Olive F, Paisley Jensen, with more names to be announced.

Already one of the most recognisable institutions in electronic music, the South London club remains a leader in nightlife with continued dedication to the many clubbers who have walked through its doors over the last 30 years.

“We’re excited to welcome house music legend Armand Van Helden to the helm, alongside Olive F and Paisley, as we celebrate 34 years of the Club. It’s been a pivotal year for us,  collaborating with incredible brands and launching our No Velvet Rope Society, a fresh take on the VIP experience. And we’re just getting started. Big plans are already in motion for 2026: we’ll be raising the bar for dance floors across the UK with a refurbishment of the iconic Box room and expanding our global presence.” – Matt Long, Club Director.

2025 began with the launch of three new in-house brands: Smoove, which is all about UKG, funky and R&B, URGE, a stripped-back tech house night featuring the likes of Matthias Tanzmann, Cuartero, Blondi, Brisotti, and Disco Daddy, which has welcomed the likes of Derrick Carter, Dimitri From Paris more.

Over the summer, Ministry tackled a major renovation of its new NVR  space, the first of its kind in over a decade, transforming the space into an open mezzanine overlooking the iconic Box and its renowned Martin Audio sound system. The new membership concept No Velvet Rope, aims to reimagine VIP for a new generation of music lovers at the club.

Building on this, the Ministry introduced a sober raving concept in response to evolving nightlife habits, featuring a curated mocktail menu, low-alcohol beers, and CBD serves.  Andrijauskaitė

The momentum continued in April, with the now-infamous Toilet takeover in partnership with Lab54, an unannounced rave in the women’s toilets that went viral, amassing over 20 million views on socials.

With more than three decades already behind them, Ministry of Sound is gearing up for a monumental 35th anniversary in 2026. It’s a rare milestone these days with so many pressures on all fronts, so big plans are already in motion, so keep your eyes peeled.

Pre-sale sold out in record time with over 70% selling out in advance. Ministry of Sound is now down to the last remaining tickets for the 34th Birthday, and they can be purchased here.

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When REVOLVER, which is by every metric the world’s top heavy rock magazine, ran a comprehensive survey of music fans and critics, in search of the 5 Greatest Live Band Of All Time, the results were decisive, clear and overwhelming. Beating the likes of: Metallica, Iron Maiden, Tool and Pantera to the summit was THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN at Number One!

‘’1. THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN: When it comes to irreverent, no-holds-barred onstage antics, none did it better, or more boldly, than spazzcore innovators The Dillinger Escape Plan. Throwing sanity, restraint, common sense and the band members’ own personal safety to the wind, the quintet approached each show as its own unique, arcane ritual, baptizing audiences with blood, sweat and chaos. No one ever left a Dillinger show without a memory — and possibly even a scar — to treasure for life, and a story to shock, astound and horrify disbelieving friends and family with. DEP bid fans farewell at the end of 2017, as possibly the world’s last truly dangerous rock band.”

Following an 8-year hiatus, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN returns for a very limited number of live shows to commemorate their groundbreaking album Calculating Infinity and so much more.

For those who have before witnessed THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN live, we already know that you will be there. For those who have not, life has given you a second chance. Grasp it with gratitude!

Joining them are U.S. Industrial Hardcore Meets Punk Rap Sonic Disruptors, H09909

When Calculating Infinity was released via Relapse Records, it didn’t just shake up the underground—it rewrote the rulebook. Its songs were short but densely packed, like punk songs played with conservatory-level chops. Tracks like ‘43% Burnt’ and ‘Sugar Coated Sour’ didn’t follow traditional verse-chorus structures—they erupted, recoiled, and exploded again without warning.

The album was hailed immediately for its technical prowess, intensity, and innovation. Rolling Stone later named it one of the “100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time,” while Pitchfork credited it with pushing the boundaries of what extreme music could be. At a time when nu-metal was dominating the mainstream, Dillinger offered a complex, confrontational alternative that influenced bands from Between the Buried and Me, Code Orange, Rolo Tomassi, Converge, Every Time I Die, Architects to The Callous Daoboys.

Calculating Infinity was the only full-length release to feature original frontman Dimitri Minakakis. His performance on the album was raw, visceral, and unhinged—a perfect match for the band’s frenzied instrumentation.

Minakakis left the band in 2001, pivoting to a successful career in design. But in 2024, he rejoined the fold for a sold-out run of Calculating Infinity anniversary shows in Brooklyn, marking the first time the album had been performed in full by the original voice. The chemistry, according to fans and the band alike, was electric.

“This is something we never thought would happen,” guitarist and founding member Ben Weinman said. “But it’s not about a comeback or a cash grab. It’s about reconnecting with something that still means everything to us—and to our fans.”

The Dillinger Escape Plan are not just a band—they are a movement. They challenged what heavy music could be and inspired others to push boundaries instead of follow formulas. That’s why they’re considered one of the most influential bands in modern extreme music.

Calculating Infinity remains a benchmark of technical ferocity and emotional urgency—an album that not only birthed a genre but also tested its boundaries. The 2025 Australian shows, with Minakakis front and centre, aren’t just concerts—they’re historical punctuations: proof that 25 years later, this music still devastates, inspires and unites.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN August 2025 Australian Tour Dates

Sunday 10^th August PERTH, Metropolis Fremantle

Tuesday 12^th August ADELAIDE, The Gov

Wednesday 13^th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre – SOLD OUT

Thursday 14^th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre – New Show

Saturday 16^th August SYDNEY, The Enmore

Sunday 17^th August BRISBANE, The Tivoli

TICKETS ON SALE NOW FROM: https://thephoenix.au/the-dillinger-escape-plan/

I’VE TRIED EVERYTHING BUT THERAPY TOUR – OCTOBER 2025

With 12 huge arena shows locked in across Australia and New Zealand this October, global chart-topper Teddy Swims just keeps getting bigger.

The ‘Lose Control’ hitmaker is fresh from setting a new US chart record – his international smash becoming the first song in Billboard Hot 100 history to spend 100 consecutive weeks on the chart. Now deep into the North American leg of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour, Swims is hitting milestone after milestone – including two sold-out hometown shows in Atlanta and a tour finale in Honolulu – before heading down under.

Today, Swims is thrilled to announce ARIA Award-winning artist Matt Corby as very special guest for his Australian dates.

Matt Corby is a musical perennial. Three immaculate albums into an original music journey, with no end in sight. Matt first broke through back in 2011 with the bruising ballad ‘Brother’ – ​ a song whose enduring appeal was proven again with its #51 appearance on last week’s triple j ‘Hottest 100 Australian Songs’ of all time. In his career, Matt’s confidence as a songwriter, lyricist, and record producer has grown to match his vocal mastery. Fans can expect new music in 2025.

Says Corby:

“I’m such a fan of Teddy. I first heard ‘Lose Control’ on the radio while driving from the airport to a show, was completely floored by his vocal chops and the soul in his sound. I’ve been hooked ever since. We first met at his Sydney show last year: Teddy came up, gave me a big hug, and told me he’d been listening to my music since high school, which just blew my mind. After his set, we hung out, talked music, and joked about starting a boy band one day. Being invited to join him on this run of shows is a real honour. I can’t wait!”

With final tickets selling fast, this powerhouse pairing of Teddy Swims and Matt Corby is not to be missed. Two once-in-a-generation voices. One unforgettable night.

Matt Corby – Souls A’Fire (Live At The Fonda)

TEDDY SWIMS ​
​+ special guest Matt Corby (AU shows)
​I’VE TRIED EVERYTHING BUT THERAPY TOUR ​
​AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND ​
​OCTOBER 2025

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Tuesday 7 October
​Wolfbrook Arena | Christchurch, NZ
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Thursday 9 October
​Spark Arena | Auckland, NZ
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Tuesday 14 October
​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
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Wednesday 15 October
​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
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Thursday 16 October
​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
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Saturday 18 October
​Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Brisbane, QLD
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Sunday 19 October ​
​Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Brisbane, QLD
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Wednesday 22 October
​Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC
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Thursday 23 October
​Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC
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Friday 24 October
​Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC
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Monday 27 October
​Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena | Adelaide, SA
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Wednesday 29 October
​RAC Arena | Perth, WA
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Patrons are advised to purchase tickets only through authorised ticket sellers. 

We cannot guarantee any ticket purchase made through any means other than the official ticketing agents listed on the Frontier website.

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Having spent the last two years touring consistently through Aotearoa and beyond with their unbeatable brand of dynamic indie-rock music, NO CIGAR now embrace the release of their much-anticipated new project – album number three, Under The Surface.

An album jampacked with songs that speak to the band’s elevated chemistry as songwriters and performers, Under The Surface plucks at fresh sonic influences while driving home NO CIGAR’s curiosity for pushing themselves into new creative directions. 

Featuring popular tracks including ‘Clean’, ‘Chantilly’, and ‘Best Behaviour’, Under The Surface provides the listener with multiple moments to lose themselves in. For fans of NO CIGAR who have been lucky enough to see the five-piece perform across the last year and a half, the kinetic energy woven through their live performances will recognise that same energy within the DNA of this album. For newcomers, consider Under The Surface as the perfect jump off point in discovering more about one of Aotearoa’s most exciting exports.

“Music is our escapism, it’s where we squeeze the poison, sucked from the wounds of love, life and pain. As songwriters, and for me as a lyricist, getting to open up in a place that feels safe, with the boys, feels cathartic in a way nothing else can. Like many people, I struggle to speak candidly with anyone about what haunts me most. Letting it out can feel like pushing a mouthful of emotions through a pinhole; therefore, I choose my words carefully, so as to leave no venom on the tongue.” NO CIGAR

Created at Auckland’s renowned Roundhead Studios, Under The Surface shines in the way the music incorporates new flavours (‘Merci Merci’, ‘Cherry Blossom Girl’), while also letting the personality of the songwriting take prominence. NO CIGAR’s music to date has spoken to the band’s natural talents as artists – a savvy knack of knowing how to build a sonic space that the listener gravitates towards with ease.

Under The Surface takes the lessons and experiences from recent years, particularly since the release of their last album – 2023’s The Great Escape – and distills them here into twelve tracks of fun, thoughtful and engaging music.

“Just as we’ve grown as people in the last few years since our first album, so too has the music. We never set out to make music that is ‘heavier’ or ‘softer’; we just find the time to lock ourselves away from the world, get comfortable, and open the floodgates. The way the heavier tones in the album balance nicely with softer numbers make for our most dynamic album to date. NO CIGAR like you’ve never seen it before.” NO CIGAR

The release of Under The Surface comes off the back of sold out tours across the UK and Aotearoa, with NO CIGAR’s impressive back catalogue continuing to resonate with increasingly large audiences in global markets – Australasia, Europe, North America and the UK.

To celebrate the release of Under The Surface, NO CIGAR will be touring Australia and New Zealand this October and November. 

“We’re coming home Aussie (it feels like it anyway – we know you’ll claim us as your own some day). It’s been a minute. We love you, and can’t wait to share our brand new album with you. Prove to us why Aussie crowds are the best in the world. We’ll bring the noise, you bring the energy. Vise versa.” NO CIGAR

NO CIGAR AUSTRALIA / NZ TOUR DATES

TICKETS

Thursday 23 October Mo’s Desert Clubhouse Gold Coast

Friday 24 October The Brightside Brisbane

Saturday 25 October Lansdowne Hotel Sydney SOLD OUT

Sunday 26 October Stag & Hunter Newcastle

Wednesday 29 October Lansdowne Sydney NEW SHOW

Thursday 30 October Amplifier Perth

Friday 31 October Torquay Hotel Torquay NEW SHOW

Saturday 1 November Night Cat Melbourne

“Each performance is a journey guaranteed to envelop you in romanticism, to the ever-evolving backdrop of a thumping sonic experience. With elements of alternative, folk, and indie rock, they also utilise groove-based rhythms with psychedelic undertones to keep your feet moving & your shoulders rolling.”

TWICE THE HYPE

“No Cigar has noticeably little banter, and are mostly here to play their music, which they do very well. The crowd was wild and some people climb onto their friends’ shoulders to see over the rowdy room full of music lovers. Anyone who’s not on someone else’s should is awkwardly pressed together as the venue was clearly at capacity, if not over”

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Queenscliff Music Festival continues to expand its 2025 lineup as it reveals its third artist announcement, shining a spotlight on a stunning suite of rising Australian and local talent set to take over the Victorian seaside township from 28–30 November.

 Long known as a place where music lovers uncover their next favourite act, Queenscliff Music Festival’s third artist announcement brings together a fresh collection of genre-spanning artists that are quickly gathering loyal followers and critical acclaim.

Whether it’s the genre-bending folk of Ally Row, the moody catharsis of Kit Genesis , the blues-infused fire of Otis Namrell Band, the politically charged punk of Public Figures, or the Spanish Australian contemporary soul of Emilia Fol, today’s announcement is stacked with over 15 of your new favourite Australian artists.

Also joining the lineup are Future Folk artists  Ruby McKenna and Kook Joey, as part of an exciting partnership between Queenscliff Music Festival and Port Fairy Folk Festival. This collaboration champions the next generation of regional Victorian talent and acts as avessel for both Festivals to share the incredible music of emerging artists on the Festival stage.

 They will join an already massive lineup featuring The Cat Empire, Thelma Plum, Donavon Frankenreiter (USA), The Waifs, KingStingray, Cosmic Psychos, Little Birdy,Pierce Brothers, Didirri + Rowena Wise, and many more.

In true Queenscliff Music Festival spirit, the music doesn’t just live on stages but seeps into every corner of the town, from the heritage-listed Uniting Church to the newly renovated Bellarine Hotel, the Vue Grand Dining Room, and the beloved Maritime Museum Boatshed, the 2025 program is set to introduce a brand-new floating festival venue, the Princess Peninsula Ferry.

In partnership with Searoad Ferries, Queenscliff Music Festival will host six intimate performances across Saturday and Sunday on a ferry-turned-floating music stage, as it cruises the bay. With sweeping views and stripped-back sets, these 40-minute musical cruises promise an experience like no other at the festival.

 “Queenscliff Music Festival has always been about musical discovery and unexpected connection,” said Festival Director Claire Stickland.

 “Whether it’s a breakthrough artist you’ve never heard before or watching a set unfold on a boat in the middle of the bay, these are the moments that stay with people, and they are the unforgettable moments that makes Queenscliff a truly extraordinary Festival

Joining the 2025 lineup is the next wave of artists you’ll soon be obsessed with:

Ally Row – Gippsland-based folk-rock/alt-country duo known for their genre-hopping instrumentation and foot-stomping harmonies.

Alex Kosenko – A one-man blues-rock machine from Brisbane delivering electrifying, roots-driven performances.

Chris Cavill – Indie-folk storyteller with a soaring voice and powerful, intimate songs about resilience and family.

Emilia Fol – A Spanish-Australian singer-songwriter fusing Spanish folk heritage with contemporary soul.

Get Behind The Mule – Bellarine-based duo reviving the blues with raw acoustic-electric grit and joy.

Grace Robinson – Melbourne solo powerhouse, blending indie rock, vulnerability, and unfiltered humour.

Kit Genesis  – Alt-folk artist exploring queer identity through moody, gripping songwriting.

Kook Joey – Nostalgic and cinematic folk grounded in raw emotional honesty and natural imagery.

Matt Davis – The songwriter and frontman of Paris-based The Wonder, known for his work with Gersey and Bombazine Black.

Munroe – Coming-of-age alt-rockers from Melbourne known for their emotional punch and endearing awkwardness.

Norwood – Melbourne alt-folk duo crafting tender Americana with raw harmonies and honesty.

Otis Namrell Band – Young blues-southern rock guns with a scorching live show and a killer rhythm section.

Public Figures – Fierce, politically charged punk from Melbourne with a mission and unstoppable live energy.

Ruby McKenna – The 19-year-old  Blends a selection of  funk, folk and rock, as her songs pulse, soar, and Traversing the highs and lows of life.

Sweethearts – Australia’s soul/funk institution bringing their all-female band back from a 7th European tour.

Victoriana Gaye Trio – Surf Coast indie-folk blending whimsy, romance, and rock with flair.

 They join the already announced 2025 Queenscliff Music Festival lineup:

(Alphabetical Order)

The Badloves I Bones & Jones | The Cat Empire |Cool Out Sun | Cosmic Psychos | Dom Turner & The Rural Blues Project |Didirri + Rowena Wise |Donavon Frankenreiter | Ella Hooper | Fenn Wilson & The Weather | King Stingray | Lewis Love | Little Birdy | Madeline Cope | Mama Kin Spender | Minor Gold | The Mojo Corner | Opelousas | Pierce Brothers  | The Preatures | Riley Catherall | Romanie | Ruby Mae | Sex On Toast | Skyscraper Stan & the Commission Flats | The Smith & Western Jury | Squid Nebula | SUNEDEN | Tex Perkins & Matt Walker | Thelma Plum | Velvet Trip | The Waifs   Plus, for Kids: Teeny Tiny Stevies | Peter Coombe

2025 FIRST RELEASE TICKETS ON SALE NOW

All Prices inclusive of booking fees

3 Day Adult – $299

3 Day Accompanied Youth 14-17 – $149

Children 1-13 – $32 (sold in conjunction with an Adult ticket)

Queenscliff Music Festival Camping – $30 for 3 nights (per person), children camp free

Rent A Tent – from $460 for 3 nights

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BILLBOARD’S JULY 2025 CHARTBREAKER

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GOLD CERTIFIED HIT “A LOT MORE FREE” LANDS ON HOT AC TOP 10 & “BETTER ME FOR YOU (BROWN EYES)” STAYS ON BILLBOARD HOT 100 FOR FIFTH WEEK

 “FOREVER AIN’T LONG ENOUGH” NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

KICKING OFF AUGUST 21 IN KANSAS CITY, HITTING AUSTIN, LA, DC

SOLD OUT STOPS IN DALLAS, SAN FRANCISCO, DENVER, AND MORE

• UPCOMING PERFORMANCE AT LOLLAPALOOZA 

TICKETS AND MORE INFO HERE

Standout, dreamlike songs such as the chart-climbing “Better Me For You (Brown Eyes)” and the unstoppably joyful focus track “Forever Ain’t Long Enough,” Max lets his inner hopeless romantic shine. Whereas on the heavy-hearted but exquisitely catchy “Same Questions” and the ode to old love “St. Helen’s Alpenglow,” Max explores everything that’s lost following a breakup. Meanwhile, the gorgeously textured track “The Cost of Growing Up” arrives as a clear-eyed but melancholic reflection on the inevitability of pain.

Revisiting the title track of the original album, Max recruited country artist Cameron Whitcomb for a new, heartfelt rendition of “Night Diving,” a profound meditation on the cycles of addiction,  set against a spellbinding backdrop of otherworldly textures, moody guitar tones, and strangely haunting rhythms. Watch Max and Cameron poke fun at each other in this hilarious clip promoting the single (which has earned over half a million views within just one week).

“One of the things I respect above all else is authenticity and honesty in music, and Cam is the epitome of that,” says McNown of working with Whitcomb. “When I started thinking about a feature on that song, I knew there was no better person than Cam to join me. He gave it so much energy and his voice is so distinct, and now the song has a whole new life to it.”  

Cameron Whitcomb adds, “When Max first pitched the song to me, I barely got halfway through the first verse and called him back immediately. I think this song is honest and special, and I’m honored to sing alongside an incredible artist and human being on such an amazing record.”

In celebration of the new music, Max is continuing on the road hitting Lollapalooza and the fast-selling North American headline “Forever Ain’t Long Enough,” tour, which kicks off August 21st in Kansas City. The tour will be making stops in Austin at Emo’s on August 27th, Los Angeles at The Novo on September 6th, and at 9:30 Club in Washington D.C. on September 8th – see full dates below and visit maxmcnown.com/tour for tickets and more information.

At 23 (turns 24 on July 20), Max has already been on a storied musical journey. Taking control of his future, overcoming personal challenges, and drawing inspiration from his brother who was bravely fighting cancer, he packed his bags and drove from remote Oregon to Southern California. From there, videos of him busking on a pier made an impact online and eventually grew into a legion of supporters on TikTok (currently has 2.4M followers). After attracting interest from major TV talent shows, McNown auditioned for one and then decided it wasn’t for him and gracefully turned them down as he knew he needed to walk his own path.

Within just a year of teaching himself to play guitar, the Nashville-based artist set off on a meteoric rise largely fueled by his breakout single “A Lot More Free”— the RIAA Gold-certified track whose explosive success earned him a #1 spot on Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart and has currently been flying up the radio charts. Currently, the track is Top 10 at Hot AC and Top 20 at Top 40.

Following the release of his widely lauded debut album Wandering, the Willfully Blind EP, and his acclaimed sophomore album Night Diving, the 23-year-old Oregon native continued his fast ascent to stardom appearing on The Kelly Clarkson Show (watch here) and TODAY (watch here), and selling out his first-ever headline tour within just hours.

Recently, Max also made his debut on the Billboard Hot 100 with his song “Better Me For You (Brown Eyes).” The song, which has spent five weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, has now amassed over 130 million global streams and has been a mainstay at Country radio – currently #39 on Top 40 Country. Max was also named a 2025 Artist To Watch by Amazon Music, Holler, and Country Now, and has performed at C2C Festival, CMA Fest, and other large festivals.

The Night Diving (The Cost of Growing Up) deluxe album is a powerful milestone for a prolific young artist rooted in his craft. Even as his star quickly rises, Max stays true to his small-town soul—anchored by humility, heart, and a deep love for honest songwriting. With every track, he continues his mission to make music that lets folks feel seen, heard, and understood.

TOUR DATES

Jul 18 Fri – Redmond, OR – Fairwell Music Festival

Aug 1 Fri – REGGIES Chicago (Official Lollapalooza Aftershow) – SOLD OUT

Aug 2 Sat – Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza

Aug 8 Fri – Elkhorn Precinct, NE – Pinnacle Bank Championship Concert Series

Aug 21 Thu – Kansas City, MO – KC Live!

Aug 22 Fri – Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom – LOW TICKETS

Aug 23 Sat – Dallas, TX – House of Blues – SOLD OUT

Aug 26 Tue – Houston, TX – House of Blues – LOW TICKETS

Aug 27 Wed – Austin, TX – Emo’s

Aug 28 Thu – Helotes, TX – Floore’s Outdoors

Aug 30 Sat – Aspen, CO – JAS Aspen Labor Day Experience

Sep 1 Mon – Sandy, UT – Sandy Amphitheater – LOW TICKETS

Sep 4 Thu – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades – SOLD OUT

Sep 5 Fri – San Francisco, CA – The Fillmore – SOLD OUT

Sep 6 Sat – Los Angeles, CA – The Novo

Sep 9 Tue – San Diego, CA – SOMA

Sep 10 Wed – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren – LOW TICKETS

Sep 11 Thu – Albuquerque, NM – El Rey Theater

Sep 13 Sat – Denver, CO – Ogden Theatre – SOLD OUT

Sep 14 Sun – Boulder, CO – Boulder Theater

Sep 17 Wed – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue – SOLD OUT

Sep 20 Sat – Grand Rapids, MI – The Intersection

Sep 21 Sun – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore

Sep 23 Tue – Cleveland, OH – House of Blues – SOLD OUT

Sep 24 Wed – Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre – LOW TICKETS

Sep 28 Sun – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club – SOLD OUT

Oct 1 Wed – Montreal, QC – MTELUS – SOLD OUT

Oct 2 Thu – Toronto, ON – The Danforth Music Hall – SOLD OUT

Oct 3 Fri – Toronto, ON – The Danforth Music Hall – SOLD OUT

Oct 5 Sun – London, ON – London Music Hall – SOLD OUT

Oct 6 Mon – Ottawa, ON – Bronson Centre – SOLD OUT

Oct 9 Thu – Winnipeg, MB – Burton Cummings Theatre – LOW TICKETS

Oct 11 Sat – Saskatoon, SK – Coors Event Centre – SOLD OUT

Oct 12 Sun – Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall – SOLD OUT

Oct 13 Mon – Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall

Oct 15 Wed – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom – SOLD OUT

Oct 16 Thu – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom – SOLD OUT

Oct 19 Sun – Seattle, WA – The Showbox – SOLD OUT

Oct 20 Mon – Portland, OR – Crystal Ballroom – SOLD OUT

Dec 1 Mon – Dublin, Ireland – 3Olympia Theatre – SOLD OUT

Dec 2 Tues – Glasgow, Scotland – Barrowland Ballroom – SOLD OUT

Dec 3 Wed – Manchester, England – Albert Hall – SOLD OUT

Dec 5 Fri – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Melkweg – SOLD OUT

Dec 6 Sat – Hamburg, Germany – Fabrik – SOLD OUT

Dec 8 Mon – Paris, France – Alhambra – SOLD OUT

Dec 9 Tues – London, England – O2 Forum Kentish Town – SOLD OUT

Dec 10 Wed – London, England – O2 Forum Kentish Town – SOLD OUT

Please note: Max McNown wants to give fans the best chance to buy tickets at face value. To make this possible, shows on this tour ticketed by Ticketmaster will have Face Value Exchange enabled, which gives fans who can’t attend the option to resell their tickets at the original price paid. To protect the Exchange, Max has requested that all shows ticketed by Ticketmaster be mobile-only and restricted from transfer, except in Colorado and Utah (where local laws limit artist’s ability to determine how their tickets are resold). For AXS-ticketed events, fans will be encouraged to resell their tickets for face value directly through the AXS Official Resale Marketplace. For specific questions about a show’s ticketing provider and transfer/resale policies, fans should reach out to the local venue box office.

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Berlin-based DJ and producer MALUGI is set to bring his high-energy club sounds to Melbourne, announcing a headline show at The Timber Yard on Friday, 14th November, presented by Untitled Group.

Known for his fast-paced, UK-influenced house sets and infectious presence behind the decks, MALUGI has quickly become a household name among dance music’s tastemakers. His signature style, driven by pumping club productions with just the right amount of mass appeal has seen him awarded BBC Radio 1’s Future Star of 2025.

MALUGI’s high-impact sets have taken him to some of the most prestigious stages in club music, including Panorama Bar, Warehouse Project, Amnesia Ibiza and Awakenings. His two viral Boiler Room performances in 2024 and millions of streams on his original productions have solidified his reputation as a relentless creative force.

This year, he’s played a stacked run of festival shows including Glastonbury and Tomorrowland, alongside his own ‘Happy Hour’ event series that continues to grow in scale.

On his last visit to Australia, he delivered a standout set at Beyond The Valley’s iconic Dance Dome, alongside performances at Wildlands in Brisbane and Perth, and a surprise support performance at PICA.

Untitled Group, Australia’s largest independent promoter, is celebrating 10 years of redefining the live music scene with festivals like Beyond the Valley, Pitch Music & Arts, Wildlands, and Ability Fest.

For his Melbourne return, fans can expect an unrelenting, feel-good dance floor experience, one that has earned him the nickname “The Happiest Man in Dance Music.”

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