Record Store Day Australia returns for 2026 on Saturday 18 April, celebrating the vital role independently owned record stores play in Australian communities and the people who make them thrive; from store owners and staff, to artists, labels and music lovers.
Since its beginnings in 2008, Record Store Day has grown into a global celebration of independent music retail. The day continues to support music communities, labels, emerging and established artists, while supporting our local indie record stores, highlighting their unique role as cultural hubs and community spaces.
The continued resurgence of physical music formats from vinyl to CDs, cassettes, and more has people coming together in record stores to discover music, connect with their communities, and celebrate the culture that exists beyond streaming platforms.
Artists and labels are invited to submit expressions of interest to release music as part of Record Store Day Australia 2026. Releases may be presented via OG formats, vinyl, CD, and cassette, or via KiTbetter, the new hybrid physical and digital music format designed to blend the collectible appeal of physical music products of albums, photo cards, booklets, and merchandise, helping restore value in music ownership by giving fans something tangible to hold and as well as the connected digital experience. Record Store Day Australia aims to provide flexible pathways for artists to participate while celebrating physical and collectable formats. EOIs close Friday, 30 January.
Previous years have seen releases issued as part of Record Store Day Australia from Ninajirachi, Ruel, You Am I, Pond, The Grogans, Olana Janfa, Beth and Blue, Heavy Moss, Ella Thompson, Ocean Alley, Underground Lovers, Montaigne, Tasman Keith, Confidence Man, Peking Duk and Darren Hayes collaboration, The Wiggles, Bluey and more.
Record Store Day Australia recognises record stores as more than retail spaces, but also as community hubs, where shared musical passion forges connections that digital, algorithm-driven platforms often fail to replicate.
These physical spaces facilitate intergenerational connections, from first-time vinyl buyers to seasoned collectors, who share their knowledge and help ensure that culture remains accessible. The continued existence of the physical music and vinyl ecosystem is a conscious choice, and Record Store Day highlights the unique benefits of physical music retail over digital alternatives: human-driven discovery, the promotion of intentional listening experiences, and community support for artist development.
Save The Date
Record Store Day – Saturday 18 April 2026
Artists & Labels: Expressions of interest are now open for Record Store Day Australia releases in Vinyl, CD, Cassette, or KiTbetter formats.
EOIs CLOSE 5 PM FRIDAY, 30 JANUARY. Submit HERE
Stay tuned for more announcements soon!
For more information on how to participate in Record Store Day Australia, or sign up to receive updates, visit recordstoreday.com.au
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Ahead of its opening in 2026, LATE CLUB is gearing up for a spectacular debut showcase on 17 January 2026 at the Amphitheater in Nuanu. The 9-hour open air event, starting at sunset, promises cutting-edge electronic music, a mystical venue, spectacular stage production and light design, and an unforgettable day-to-night journey. Situated just in front of the club, which is currently under construction, the amphitheater offers a setting where timeless elegance meets lush tropical surroundings. Guests will be immersed in an enchanting atmosphere enhanced by cocktails, street food, and striking art, creating a fully multi-sensory experience. The event will be headlined by musical maverick VIKEN ARMAN, followed by the groundbreaking duo GEJU and the up-and-coming KUMA.
French producer, DJ, and musician VIKEN ARMAN crafts a distinctive sound blending jazz, house, minimal, hip hop and world music, delivering hypnotic performances on some of the world’s most iconic dancefloors, from Fusion to Burning Man. His latest release ‘Willow’ topped N*1 of the Beatport Chart Electronica, while his Cercle Live reached over 1 million views, cementing his status as one of the most innovative artists of the scene. Defining the genre of Chillrave, GEJU fuses meditative chillout with ecstatic rave energy, captivating audiences from Moscow to festivals like Burning Man, Fusion Festival, and ADE. KUMA, resident of GEJU’s Leveldva Records, brings musical tenderness and confident dance grooves.
The immersive event kicks off at 6 PM and pulses through the night until 3 AM in a space where the classic amphitheater architecture blends with cozy corners. Guests can sip cocktails crafted by the LATE head bartender, unwind in chill-out zones with plush carpets and pillows, marvel at striking robotic art objects, and indulge in street food from open-air stalls.
LATE is a bold new concept set to open in Nuanu, Bali, in 2026. The venue will feature a nightclub, a fusion cuisine restaurant and a cocktail bar, a listening vinyl bar, chill-out zones, and themed rooms that double as immersive event spaces. With its forward-thinking music programming, state-of-the-art Void sound system and striking interior design, LATE CLUB promises to redefine nightlife on the island. Developed by 19:19, a boutique Bali promoter, the project blends unparalleled experiences with visionary design setting a new benchmark for entertainment and connection in Bali.
“We are thrilled to open LATE in Bali and to organize a series of showcaseS, starting with this one,” says LATE management. “Our vision is to create a space where cutting-edge electronic music meets bold design, curated experiences, and meaningful social connections. This event is just a glimpse of what LATE will offer – an all-night journey through sound, style, and atmosphere that sets a new standard for nightlife on the island.”
The Early Bird tickets cost 432,600 Rp while the VIP Early Bird tickets cost 741,600 Rp. Secure your tickets online through Megatix at https://megatix.co.id/events/late-invites-viken-arman-geju-kuma
Lineup:
Viken Arman
GEJU
Kuma
Set to kick off the year will be the likes of Ron Trent, Joe Claussell, Lauren Lo Sung, Eats Everything, Tony Humphries, Fiorella, Pete Tong, Kölsch, Zed Bias, Konstantin Sibold and more
Ministry of Sound unveils the first wave of artists set to soundtrack its historic 35th Anniversary Programme, marking the beginning of a year-long celebration for one of electronic music’s most influential club institutions. The opening announcements preview a milestone moment for the London powerhouse as it prepares for its most transformative year yet. After 35 years at the forefront of global club culture, Ministry of Sound is readying a new chapter that will reshape the clubbing experience, with major plans to reinvent the look and feel of the club from January 2026.
Heading up the bill are heavyweight artists whose sounds have defined generations and shaped the rhythm of London nightlife. From house legends Ron Trent, Joe Claussell and Tony Humphries to global powerhouses Pete Tong, Kölsch, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything and more, reflecting the club’s enduring influence on the city’s musical identity and sonic legacy, which continues to be the blueprint for club culture across the globe.
Alongside the headline acts, Ministry of Sound continue to put a spotlight on London’s most vital and exciting new talent. Lauren Lo Sung brings the genre-blurring house sets that have made her a fixture on the capital’s floors, Fiorella pushes deep house and minimal sounds into fresh territory, Riva Starr and Matrefakt inject tech and house flavours, and Konstantin Sibold’s melodic techno has won him acclaim across Europe.
Landing in the new year, Blink takes over Fridays at Ministry, championing the best in melodic and afro-house. Launched with Louder, it kicks off on Friday 30th January with a headline set from afro-house artist &Friends. Building on the club’s cross-genre ethos, Blink forms part of a 2026 programme that shines a light on emerging talent and brings the world’s standout artists to London’s floors.
“Everyone at Ministry of Sound is incredibly proud of what we’ve built over the last 35 years, the nights, the artists, the energy that has defined London’s sound. But we’re also thinking ahead, about what the club could become over the next 30 years. Next year marks the start of that chapter.” – Matt Long, Club Director.
The anniversary kicks off in January with Carnival of Sound on Friday 9, followed by celebrating 23 Years of Select Radio on Saturday 10. Mas Que Nada brings house and disco-infused energy on Saturday 17, while Sound of Garage revisits UKG classics on Friday 23. The month closes with two standout headline nights: &friends on Saturday 30 January, and a landmark back-to-back set from Pete Tong and Kölsch on Saturday 31, supported by Lauren Lo Sung and Jansons.
February continues the momentum with Hard Times hosting a rare daytime session on Saturday 7, featuring house pioneers Ron Trent, Joe Claussell and Tony Humphries. Later on in the month, URGE, Siesta, La Discothèque (celebrating 10 years), Smoove and Room Service bring a mix of underground and genre-spanning sounds, while Konstantin Sibold takes to the decks on Friday 20 February.
March rounds out the opening season with the Latin energy of BRESH on Saturday 7, global big-room star KSHMR on Friday 13, and the technicolour rhythms of Zamna Soundsystem on Friday 20. The month closes with Mak10 + Friends on Saturday 28, a showcase of grime, UKG, and UK funky celebrating the club’s underground spirit.
The 2026 programme honours the venue’s rich history while pushing forward into new creative territory, blending heritage with innovation, legends with rising talents and London roots with worldwide reach.
Visit the website to secure your tickets here: https://www.ministryofsound.
Ministry of Sound 35th Anniversary – Opening Season
A-Z
&friends, Alcemist, Andy FunkFusion, Angel Lee, Anthony Godfather, Artful Dodger, Basso, Billie Jean, Bresh, Chanel Carmichael, Chapter & Verse, Charlotte Devaney, Daniella Font, Danny Decibel, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything, Ellzy B, Fiorella, Higgo, Hotsteppa, James Alexander, James Carter, Jansons, Jesse Calosso, Joëlla Jackson, Joezi, Joe Claussell, Josh Parkinson, Joshua Roberts, Kismet, Kölsch, Konstantin Sibold, KSHMR, La Discotheque (Celebrating 10 years), Lauren Lo Sung, DJ Majesty, Mak 10, Marcus Nasty, Mark Love, Mas Que Nada Brothers, Matrefakt, Moeaike, Murdock, Nick Christoforou, Omari, P.O.U, Padre Guilherme, Pete Tong, Philip George, Pioneer, Remixia, Rennie Peters, Riva Starr, Ron Trent, Rooby, Royal-T, RUZE, Ryan Nicholls, Sam Supplier, Sandra Omari, Sassy B, Supa D, Tebra, Tom Enzy, Tom Short, Tony Humphries, Vibe Chemistry, Vini Vici, Zamna Soundsystem, Zed Bias, Zofia.
Friday 9th January 2026
Carnival of Sound
Alcemist
Murdock
Katalyst
Saturday 10th January 2026
23 Years of Select Radio
Billie Jean
Josh Parkinson
Zofia
Friday 16th January 2026
Citizens Vol 4
Chapter & Verse
Sam Supplier
Issy Smith
Saturday 17th January 2026
Mas Que Nada
Riva Starr
Mas Que Nada Brothers
Matrefakt
Friday 23rd January 2026
Sound of Garage
Artful Dodger
Zed Bias
Higgo
Saturday 24th January 2026
RUZE
Ryan Nicholls
Rennie Peters
Friday 30th January 2026
&friends Show
&friends
Moeaike
Joezi
Saturday 31st January 2026
Pete Tong b2b Kölsch
Lauren Lo Sung
Jansons
Friday 6th February 2026
Padre Guilherme
Hinchy
Sweiz
Saturday 7th February 2026 (DAY TIME)
Hard Times
Ron Trent
Joe Claussell
Tony Humphries
Saturday 7th February 2026
URGE
Special Guest TBA
Jesse Calosso
Fiorella
Friday 13th February 2026
Vibe Chemistry + more
Saturday 14th February 2026
Siesta
Line up TBA
Friday 20th February 2026
Konstantin Sibold
WREX
P.O.U
Saturday 21st February 2026
La Discothèque
Todd Terje + more TBA
Friday 27th February 2026
Smoove
Line up TBA
Saturday 28th February 2026
Room Service
Line up TBA
Friday 6th March 2026
Alteza
Vini Vici
Omiki
Camacho
Saturday 7th March 2026
BRESH
Residents + special guests
Friday 13th March 2026
KSHMR
James Carter
Nova
Saturday 14th March 2026
Line up TBA
Friday 20th March 2026
Zamna
Zamna Soundsystem
Tebra
James Alexander
Saturday 21st March 2026
Bitch, Please!
Line up TBA
Friday 27th March 2026
Madafreaks
Tom Enzy
+ more TBA
Saturday 28th March 2026
Mak10 + Friends
Line up TBA
Ministry of Sound
103 Gaunt St, London SE1 6DP
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Beyond The Valley has revealed its highly anticipated set times for the 2025/26 edition, with Australia’s largest multi-day festival now officially less than two weeks away.
With a milestone 10th birthday celebration on the horizon, this year’s festival is primed to deliver four unforgettable days of world-class performances, surprise moments, and immersive programming for tens of thousands of attendees.
On December 28, the iconic Dance Dome kicks open the festivities, welcoming a stacked first-day programme featuring Séarlait, Cooper Smith, Mon Franco, House Mum b2b Haus of Ralph, Afrodisiac b2b Baby G, Kilimanjaro, Bullet Tooth, Not Without Friends, and more, before a late-night close from TV Rock. Across the festival site, stages come alive with early DJ sets, emerging talent, and an energy that will set the tone for the days to come.
December 29 sees the Valley Stage come to life with standout appearances from triple j’s Unearthed competition winner Lucky, EGOISM, 2Charm, Miss Kaninna, DICE, Mallrat, JoJo, and 070 Shake, before Addison Rae takes the coveted late-night slot. Over at the Dance Dome, heavy hitters including Linska, BL3SS, Josh Baker, Prospa, Chris Stussy, KETTAMA, and Juicy Romance take crowds deep into the night, while DJ Heartstring commands the festival’s closing hours. A Welcome to Country will take place at the Valley Stage at 4:15pm – Beyond The Valley encourages all attendees to be present in respect.
On December 30, the Valley Stage delivers a powerful mix of international and homegrown talent with REDD., The Tullamarines, Boy Soda, glaive, 49th & Main, Balu Brigada, Ben Böhmer, Channel Tres, and Spacey Jane, while Luude ignites one of the festival’s most in-demand nighttime moments. Over at the Dance Dome, festival-goers can expect electric sets from RONA., Jazzy, Inside Kru, ZULAN, Patrick Mason, and Narciss, with I Hate Models closing the evening in emphatic fashion.
Then on December 31, the final day builds to one of the most anticipated moments in BTV history: global dance music powerhouse Dom Dolla will deliver the official New Year’s Eve countdown set at the Valley Stage from 23:59–02:00, ringing in 2026 in what promises to be a defining moment of the festival’s 10th anniversary edition. Leading into the countdown are performances from Chloe Parché, Larissa Lambert, Kaiit, Julia Wolf, Jane Remover, Fcukers, The Temper Trap, Turnstile, and Kid Cudi. Meanwhile, the Dance Dome features Tina Disco, Emma Moon, Brent Honey, Torren Foot x Airwolf Paradise, Cassian, Pegassi, VTSS, Bella Claxton, Sim0ne and a massive closing set from SWIM.
Beyond The Valley’s 10th birthday edition also brings a refreshed lineup of onsite favourites, with Jack Daniel’s House Party, POOF DOOF’s Cirque Du Slay, Red Bull Unforeseen, Smirnoff Schmall Klub and creating standout side missions throughout Downtown BTV. The Sanctuary presented by QV Ceramides will offer a wellness hub including revitalising ice baths, yoga, pilates and meditation, while The Lounge Room features the new Salomon Run Club and a full program of podcasts presented by The Daily Aus.
Beyond The Valley has also launched the BTV App, powered by Woov, which is home to the BTV25 Information Guide and helps patrons stay connected and updated throughout the festival with personalised schedules, interactive mapping and real-time updates – available now on the App Store and Google Play.
Supported by triple j, Visit Victoria and brought to you by Untitled Group, the team behind Pitch Music & Arts, Wildlands, and Ability Fest, this year’s Beyond The Valley promises a milestone celebration like no other.
Full set times are available via the official Beyond The Valley app below
App Store (iPhone / iOS): https://gowoov.com/event/18407
Google Play (Android): https://gowoov.com/event/18407
Get ready – Beyond The Valley is almost here.
LINEUP
Dom Dolla
Addison Rae
Kid Cudi
Turnstile
Spacey Jane
I Hate Models
KETTAMA
Chris Stussy
Ben Böhmer
The Temper Trap
Luude
JoJo
070 Shake
DJ HEARTSTRING
VTSS
Patrick Mason
SWIM
Prospa
Josh Baker
NOTION
Pegassi
Cassian
Channel Tres
Mallrat
Balu Brigada
Fcukers
glaive
Jazzy
ZULAN
sim0ne
TEED
Bad Boombox b2b mischluft
Clouds
bullet tooth
KILIMANJARO
Narciss
not without friends
Juicy Romance
Ollie Lishman
Chromeo (DJ set)
RONA.
Bella Claxton
DICE
Jane Remover
Julia Wolf
Young Franco
Kaiit
Miss Kaninna
49th & Main
Dombresky
BL3SS
Torren Foot b2b Airwolf Paradise
ATRIP
Linska
CYRIL
HoneyLuv
Larissa Lambert
Inside Kru
Tyson O’Brien
SYREETA
Tv Rock
Willo
Sex Mask
BOY SODA
The Tullamarines
EGOISM
Chloe Parché
Brent Honey
Emma Moon
Morphena
MAD.DAY
Mell Hall
Tina Disco
Séarlait
House Mum b2b Haus of Ralph
Loosie Grind
Afrodisiac b2b Baby G
Cooper Smith
Mon Franco
Bertie
Shanti
With more to come
The Lounge Room
hosted by Kat Sasso
200 Plus
Ash McGregor
Ball Magnets
Club Elevate
David The Medium
Esmé Louise James
Sez
Undiagnosed Anthony
Teach Us Consent
With more to come
With 20 Grammy awards and a music catalogue spanning 13 albums, gospel icon Kirk Franklin made his debut tour to Australia, lighting up Melbourne’s historic Palais Theatre with an electrifying night of praise, soul, and unstoppable energy.
Soli set the tone for the night, delivering a heartfelt set, filling the room with her dynamic vocals and spirit-filled performance.
Photography: Darren Chan + Words
Wildlands festival has just revealed the official set times for its highly anticipated return to Brisbane and Perth this summer.
Presented by Untitled Group, Beyond The Valley and triple j, the festival will take over Brisbane Showgrounds on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026, before heading to Arena Joondalup in Perth on Saturday, January 3, 2026.
New Year’s Day in Brisbane will see Dom Dolla close out the Sahara Main Stage following a huge run of performances from WALTA, Miss Kaninna, Fcukers, Balu Brigada, 070 Shake, Addison Rae, and Kid Cudi. Over on the Summit Stage, fans can expect peak-time sets from Jazzy, Channel Tres, Chris Stussy, KETTAMA, and NOTION, with a closing set from Luude, while The Wilds stage hosts a stacked program featuring RONA., Cassian, sim0ne, SOTA, and many more throughout the day.
In Perth, Dom Dolla will once again close out the Sahara Main Stage, with BRAT and Miss Kaninna kicking things off before Balu Brigada, Luude, 070 Shake, Addison Rae, and Kid Cudi lead into the evening. The Summit Stage will showcase heavy-hitters including Willo, Jazzy, Fcukers, Channel Tres, Chris Stussy, KETTAMA, NOTION, and SOTA, while The Wilds stage brings energy from Mincy, WAXX OFF, TEED, ZULAN, RONA., Cassian, with sim0ne set to take the closing slot.
Each city will feature a Welcome to Country ceremony acknowledging the Traditional Owners of the land.
For those looking to elevate their festival experience, Casamigos House Of Friends VIP Packages are available, offering exclusive perks such as express entry, dedicated viewing areas, VIP bars, VIP-only amenities, and special onsite activations – providing a premium way to experience Wildlands in style.
To make it easier for fans to join the Wildlands adventure, flexible payment plan options remain available, allowing attendees to secure their tickets now and pay later.
Fans can expect Wildlands to once again deliver the best in electronic, hip-hop and indie music, with a stacked lineup of global pop icons and rising talent set to define the sonic year ahead. Previous editions have featured the likes of Tyler, The Creator, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Peggy Gou, Central Cee, FISHER, Diplo, BICEP, A$AP Ferg, G Flip, Becky Hill, Chase & Status, Lola Young and more.
Start 2026 with unforgettable moments at Wildlands – tickets available HERE.
FULL LINEUP
Dom Dolla
Addison Rae
Kid Cudi
Chris Stussy
KETTAMA
Luude
070 Shake
NOTION
SOTA
Cassian
Channel Tres
Balu Brigada
Fcukers
Jazzy
ZULAN
sim0ne
TEED
RONA.
Miss Kaninna
WAX OFF
Willo
Mincy
Mowgli May
+MORE
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Handsome Tours present…
Sleaford Mods 2026 Australian & New Zealand Tour
Saturday Apr 11, 2026 – Perth FAC Front Lawn [tickets]
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026 – Melbourne Forum [tickets]
Friday Apr 17, 2026 – Sydney Enmore Theatre [tickets]
Sunday Apr 19, 2026 – Adelaide Hindley St Music Hall [tickets]
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026 – Brisbane Tivoli [tickets]
Thursday Apr 23, 2026 – Wellington Meow Nui [tickets]
Saturday Apr 25, 2026 – Auckland Powerstation [tickets]
Tickets on sale now via: https://www.
Having just wrapped their triumphant Spilt Milk national festival run over the weekend, The Rions today announce their Australian Regional Tour taking place from February through April 2026, presented by triple j. Pre-sale begins at 10am local time today, with general on-sale from Thursday 18 December at 9am local time. ALL INFO HERE.
After releasing their acclaimed debut album Everything Every Single Day in October, The Rions are riding the momentum of their national theatre tour, where they headlined some of the biggest venues of their career thus far – including sold-out shows at Melbourne’s Forum and Hobart’s Odeon Theatre. Their victory lap continued with a headline tour across the UK and Europe in November, before capping off the year back home, and the band are thrilled to continue their live run across 18 coast-to-coast regional dates. Across the tour, The Rions will also be joined by special guests Chloe Parché in NSW, Hey So Hungry in WA, Gordon’s Grandson in VIC, and bella amor in QLD.
Since their early beginnings as high school classmates, there’s been something special about The Rions from the jump. Winning triple j’s Unearthed High initiative in 2021, bandmates Noah Blockley, Harley Wilson, Asher McLean & Tom Partington swiftly catapulted to national recognition, releasing their first EP Minivan in 2023, and the #4 ARIA Australian Album-charting Happiness In A Place It Shouldn’t Be in 2024. The years spent honing their songwriting craft and building their identity as one of the country’s leading indie acts primed The Rions for a breakout 2025, with the release of their highly anticipated debut album in October.
Charting at #1 on the ARIA Australia Album Chart, #2 on the Vinyl Chart, and #5 overall, Everything Every Single Day showcases The Rions at their very best. Recorded over the course of a year with ARIA Award-winning producer Chris Collins (Ruby Fields, Pacific Avenue, Matt Corby), the album showcases a pensive, contemplative and emotionally-driven collection of pristine pop-rock – a major progression in the band’s’ sound, all while maintaining the charm and candour they’ve carried thus far.
Beyond the studio, The Rions bring equally as much passion into their live shows, earning their reputation as one of the country’s most prolific touring acts. No strangers to the Australian regional circuit, The Rions’ Happiness In Places tour last year encompassed 21 dates across the country, contributing to their massive 20,000 total headline tickets sold throughout 2024. Even now with their debut album out in the world, The Rions feel like they’re only just getting started, with plenty more action to come in the new year.
THE RIONS – AUS REGIONAL TOUR DATES
presented by triple j
Sat 28 Feb – The Mona – Mona Vale *
Thu 5 Mar – Dunsborough Tavern – Dunsborough ^
Fri 6 Mar – Froth Craft Bunbrewery – Bunbury ^
Sat 7 Mar – Astor Theatre – Perth ^
Thu 12 Mar – Barwon Heads Hotel – Barwon Heads #
Fri 13 Mar – The Pier – Frankston #
Sat 14 Mar – Bass In The Domain – Hobart
Thu 19 Mar – King Street Bandroom – Newcastle *
Fri 20 Mar – UOW Uni Bar – Wollongong *
Sat 21 Mar – UC Refectory – Canberra *
Fri 27 Mar – Hoey Moey – Coffs Harbour *
Sat 28 Mar – Finnians Tavern – Port Macquarie *
Thu 9 Apr – Brothers – Cairns >
Fri 10 Apr – JCU Uni Bar – Townsville >
Sat 11 Apr – Mcguires Hotel – Mackay >
Sun 12 Apr – Leichhardt Hotel – Rockhampton >
Thu 16 Apr – Hotel Brunswick – Brunswick Heads >
Fri 17 Apr – Miami Marketta [Laneway] – Gold Coast >
Sat 18 Apr – The Station – Sunshine Coast >
* w/ Chloe Parché
^ w/ Hey So Hungry
# w/ Gordon’s Grandson
> w/ bella amor
Pre-sale: Wed 17 Dec @ 10am local time
General on-sale: Thu 18 Dec @ 9am local time
For all ticketing information, visit HERE.
Everything Every Single Day LP is out now, buy/stream it here
TRACKLIST
Maybe I’m Just a Freak
Tonight’s Entertainment
Welcome To The Conversation
Shut You Out
The Art My Mother Likes
Married To The Job
Oh How Hard It is To Be 20
Maybe It’s Everything
Scumbag
Lobby Calls
Wear Me Thin
Cry
Adelaide
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Aussie rock festival Wanstock returns in 2026 with its biggest lineup yet, announcing Sydney and Melbourne events, with the rock gods set to descend on Shoppingtown Hotel in Doncaster (Melb) for two nights on Friday 20 March and Saturday 21 March, and Selina’s (Syd) on Friday 20 March. Canadian Hall of Famers LOVERBOY will play their first ever Australian shows, alongside New Zealand icons Dragon, Aussie heroes 1927, Pseudo Echo, Bachelor Girl, Taxiride featuring Jason Singh and more in Melbourne, and Sydney will see LOVERBOY, Choirboys, Taxiride featuring Jason Singh and Ventura bringing the rock to the eastern beaches of Sydney.
Born from organiser Geoff Wansbrough’s love of the legendary Aussie pub rock era in the 80s and 90s, Wanstock has evolved since 2018 into an annual showcase of world-class acts alongside talented up-and-comers; and the 2026 edition is no exception when it comes to homegrown and international artists from the rock realms. Tickets for Wanstock 2026 are on sale now from https://www.wanstock.com.au/.
Headlining the Wanstock stage on Saturday will be none other than influential Canadian rockers LOVERBOY playing their first ever Australian shows. With their trademark red leather pants, bandanas, big rock sound and high-energy live shows, LOVERBOY has sold more than 15 million albums, earning four multi-platinum plaques, including the four-million-selling Get Lucky, and a trio of double-platinum releases in their self-titled 1980 debut, 1983’s Keep It Up and 1985’s Lovin’ Every Minute of It.
“We are excited to be coming to Australia for the first time in the band’s history next year,” exclaims LOVERBOY! “It is a dream come true; we are honoured to join the fantastic lineup for Wanstock in Melbourne, and play in the beautiful city of Sydney! Get your tickets now and we’ll see you down under!”
Headlining Friday’s stage will be 1927, formed in 1987, the band made a devastating entry into the ears of its listeners with the release of their debut album …iSH in 1988. Three months after the release, 1927 was catapulted to meteoric fame, with …iSH going on become the highest selling debut album release by an Australian artist. The quintuple Platinum selling album contained a staggering six charted singles, and for 46 weeks, …iSH remained in the TOP 50 of the Australian Music Charts. 1927 again found enormous success with the release of their multi-Platinum second album The Otherside. The band’s second album unleashed yet more charted singles, and for an astounding 19 weeks The Otherside remained in the TOP 50 of the Australian Music Charts. With 7x Platinum Records from multiple albums, a third self titled album, which also charted, and their best work to date…the most recent studio album ‘Generation-i’, 1927 has firmly established their status as an iconic Australian band.
Returning to the Wanstock stage, Dragon formed in New Zealand in the 1970s before relocating to Australia, the long-time rock purveyors have never been ones to play it safe throughout their colourful and ongoing creative journey. Leaning into a heavy progressive rock sound that garnered a cult-like following and early success, the group have remained a stalwart fixture in the rock world, with hit tracks Are You Old Enough, April Sun in Cuba and Rain solidifying Dragon’s staying power and widespread appeal.
“We are so excited to be part of Wanstock once again, it’s been too long,” says Dragon. It’s always a pleasure to have a spot on such a great line-up with so much Australian talent, and the legendary LOVERBOY from Canada!”
An event run by a music lover and for music lovers, the spark for Wanstock festival first ignited when organiser Geoff Wansbrough approached some of his favourite bands to play for his birthday a few years back. Spurred by his love of classic Australian rock and the spirit of the original Woodstock Music Festival, Wanstock was soon born, holding its inaugural event in 2018 at the Burvale Hotel before growing into the event’s current home, the Shoppingtown Hotel, in 2019. And, as Geoff Wansbrough explains, each year is designed to be bigger and better than ever before, with 2026 set to simultaneously offer two nights of amazing acts as well as the chance to catch LOVERBOY in Aus for the first time, “I grew up in that awesome Aussie pub rock era of the 1980s and 90s. Every pub had bands and the cream rose to the top and we gave the world some great acts. As such, I used to see a lot of bands back in the day, and I still do. Wanstock came about when I was having a birthday a few years ago. I thought I would have a favourite band play. Then I thought: why not have a few of my favorite bands. That, plus the fact that I was a big admirer of the original Woodstock Music Festival, is really how it came about. Each year, I try and make it bigger and better. Now, it consists of a few components: to have two or three of the classic acts from back in the day, to give a some of the emerging talent a chance to play, and to have a cover band playing all our favorites to get everyone partying and dancing. Basically, I put it on to support our local music talent and so we can have a bit of fun while we still can. I really look forward to putting on Wanstock each year. It gives us all a chance to forget about our worries and enjoy some of that great music of our youth. For this next event, I am particularly proud to be bringing Loverboy to Australian shores for the first time. The line up for both nights is stacked with talent, including hall of famers 1927, Dragon and Pseudo Echo – it is bound to have you rocking out all night!”
Tickets for Wanstock Melbourne are on sale now from www.wanstock.com.au/ and Sydney from https://selinas.com.au/.
WANSTOCK 2026
FRI 20 MARCH | SELINA’S, COOGEE NSW | 18+
Tickets available from https://selinas.com.au/
LOVERBOY (CAN)
CHOIRBOYS
TAXIRIDE FEAT. JASON SINGH
VENTURA
FRI 20 MARCH | SHOPPINGTOWN HOTEL, DONCASTER VIC | 18+
Tickets available from www.wanstock.com.au/
1927
DRAGON
BACHELOR GIRL
STONETRIP
STRAIT SHOOTERS
SAT 21 MARCH | SHOPPINGTOWN HOTEL, DONCASTER VIC | 18+
Tickets available from https://www.wanstock.com.au/
LOVERBOY (CAN)
PSEUDO ECHO
TAXIRIDE FEAT. JASON SINGH
STANDING ROOM ONLY
DAYDREAMERS
Tickets On Sale Now For The Global Cinematic Event
In Cinemas Worldwide January 22 For A Limited Time Only
Film Will Be Showing On More Than 1,000 Screens Worldwide
Legendary metal titans MEGADETH and Trafalgar Releasing have revealed the trailer for MEGADETH: BEHIND THE MASK, a cinematic legacy event that will debut on screens worldwide Thursday, January 22.
Tickets are now on sale for the film that will screen in over 1,000 cinemas across 35+ countries on the eve of the release of the band’s final studio album out January 23. To get tickets, and for more information and to sign up for updates, fans can visit megadethfilm.com.
In MEGADETH: BEHIND THE MASK, Dave Mustaine pulls back the curtain on 40 years of MEGADETH, sharing untold stories of the band’s past and the creative fire that drives them. Interwoven throughout, audiences will get to experience the world premiere of MEGADETH’S new self-titled album in full, brought to life with a 40-year retrospective career-spanning interview and Mustaine’s own track-by-track reflections about the band’s final studio album. This one-night-only listening event will provide a first-listen to this landmark project. MEGADETH: BEHIND THE MASK is an immersive celebration of one of the most influential bands in metal history, capturing their legacy while heralding a powerful new chapter.
Leading up to the album and film’s debut, MEGADETH—Dave Mustaine, Teemu Mäntysaari (Lead, Rhythm, and Acoustic Guitars), James LoMenzo (Bass Guitar) and Dirk Verbeuren (Drums)—have released two tracks: “I Don’t Care” (watch the video HERE and listen to the song HERE) and “Tipping Point,” the album’s first single (watch the video HERE and listen to the song HERE). MEGADETH have also announced a very special bonus track from the album: a reimagined version of “Ride The Lightning,” which MUSTAINE co-wrote with Metallica’s James Hetfield, Cliff Burton, and Lars Ulrich and was the title track from the group’s 1984 album. Pre-order the album, via DAVE MUSTAINE’s Tradecraft imprint in partnership with Frontiers Label Group’s new BLKIIBLK label, HERE. Read more about the album’s full track listing HERE.
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+ THE WORLD EXCLUSIVE DEBUT OF YUNGBLUD: IDOLS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
Three-time GRAMMY® nominee YUNGBLUD is psyched to announce that Brisbane punks Dune Rats will join him as special guests on his IDOLS world tour in Australia.
Following the release of One More Time—his collaborative EP with Aerosmith, which debuted at No. 1 on four Billboard album charts and No. 1 in the UK, and features a reimagining of ‘Wild Women’ with country star Lainey Wilson—YUNGBLUD will head to Australia in 2026 for his biggest run of shows to date. With Perth and Brisbane dates already sold out, an additional Brisbane show has been added, and Sydney has been upgraded to Qudos Bank Arena to meet overwhelming demand. Tickets and tour information via frontiertouring.com/yungblud.
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Watch: Aerosmith, YUNGBLUD, Lainey Wilson – Wild Woman
Joining him for all dates is local band Dune Rats. Dune Rats have long embodied the do-it-yourself ethos of punk rock and their self-titled debut album in 2014 introduced the world to their riotous charm. But it was their 2017 album The Kids Will Know It’s Bullshit that exploded them onto the national stage — debuting at #1 on the ARIA Albums Chart, main-stage billing at festivals like Splendour in the Grass, Laneway, and Groovin’ The Moo, and cementing their reputation as one of Australia’s leading punk rock bands.
Building on that momentum, Dune Rats continued to expand their reach with the ARIA-nominated Real Rare Whale in 2022 and extensive international touring across North America, Europe, South Africa, and the UK. While back home their Triple J Like A Version cover of The Angels’ ‘Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again’ went viral. In 2024, the band returned with If It Sucks, Turn It Up, a sharper and hookier evolution of their signature sound, supported by a sold-out national co-headline tour with U.S. punk icons FIDLAR.
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Watch: Dune Rats – Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again (Like A Version)
2025 marks a new chapter for the band — and a celebration of how far they’ve come. With over 15 years together, multiple ARIA nominations, and hundreds of shows around the world, Dune Rats continue to fly the flag for Australian punk rock with the same energy that fuelled their first gig.
The news comes hot off the heels of the announce of the Australian debut of ‘YUNGBLUD: IDOLS’, an exclusive photography exhibition by acclaimed British photographer Tom Pallant, at Behind The Gallery in Newtown from the 7th -11th January 2026.
This world-exclusive exhibition will feature an array of both personal and pivotal moments never before seen, celebrating the evolution of one of the most influential alt-rock figures of a generation. From candid backstage interactions to high-voltage live performances that capture the artist’s raw humanity, the collection offers an intimate look at his journey. Pallant, YUNGBLUD’s long-time trusted photographer and creative collaborator, brings fans closer than ever to the energy, vulnerability, and rebellion that define the star’s artistic identity. For more information visit Yungblud Idols – behindthegallery.
YUNGBLUD
IDOLS THE WORLD TOUR
AUSTRALIAN TOUR
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS DUNE RATS
JANUARY 2026
Presented by Frontier Touring
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
via frontiertouring.com/yungblud
Saturday 10 January
Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
VENUE UPGRADE
Lic. All Ages
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Tuesday 13 January
Sidney Myer Music Bowl | Melbourne, VIC
Lic. All Ages
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Thursday 15 January
Adelaide Entertainment Centre | Adelaide, SA
Lic. All Ages
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Saturday 17 January
Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD
SOLD OUT
Sunday 18 January
Riverstage | Brisbane, QLD
NEW SHOW
Lic. All Ages
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Tuesday 20 January
Ice Cream Factory | Perth, WA
SOLD OUT
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.
Sepultura has reached the end of the road and has chosen to depart via a conscious and planned death. The band are marking 40 years together and have been saying goodbye at the same time with a farewell tour spanning the globe, which has included a slew of venue upgrades and sold out shows across Latin America, Europe, and the US. Now it’s Australia’s turn, with a run of capital city shows this March.
After four decades, 14 gold records, journeys through 80 countries and countless cultural exchanges, Sepultura stands as one of the most influential metal bands of their generation. Across 15 studio albums, they have sold more than 20million records worldwide, earning gold and platinum status in Australia and beyond. Their landmark record Roots has surpassed 150 million Spotify streams.
For this final journey, the band is joined by 21-year-old American drummer Greyson Nekrutman as they undertake a worldwide run that spans multiple continents and revisits every era of their catalogue. During the tour, the band will be recording 40 live tracks across 40 cities, forming an epic compilation that captures their strongest moments on stage.
As this chapter unfolds, Sepultura reflects on this milestone with gratitude. Throughout their career, they created acclaimed records, forged enduring friendships, experienced artistic growth, met their heroes and helped place Brazilian metal firmly on the world map. With that legacy secured, the band steps away with a sense of purpose fulfilled.
“We’ve always had the best fans in the world, who supported us with praise and criticism, who were demanding and intelligent, who grew together with the band and have always been loyal,” the band says. “Without you, none of this would have been possible. This album and this tour are for you. Dear SepulNation, we love you and always will.”
This tour is the final opportunity to witness Sepultura live in Australia.
Presale begins Friday 12 December at 9am local time.
Tickets are on sale Monday 15 December at 9am local time.
Sign up and tickets: destroyalllines.com/tours/
“Euthanasia, the right to a dignified death. The right to choose to live free and to choose when you die.”
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