Archive for January, 2025
Groovin the Moo music festival won’t be happening this year. Organisers of one of Australia’s most-loved regional touring festival made the announcement on Friday. The last Groovin the Moo festival was held in 2023, and sold out in days. Last year, the festival was expecting 35,000 revellers at the Sunshine Coast Stadium Precinct on May 5. But
Sunshine Coast singer/songwriter Andrea Kirwin and her band are set to take the Tracy Chapman Tribute Show across Australia. The 16-stop tour kicks off at The J in Noosa tomorrow night. “I learn and sing the songs of Tracy Chapman because I feel the lyrics about social justice, race and economic inequality need to be
Sunshine Coast singer-songwriter Billy Gudgeon is set to release a new song which explores the eternal struggle between good and evil. Known for his out-of-the-box country tunes, “Devil I Found” promises to captivate listeners with provocative melodies and poignant lyrics. The song is a testament to Billy’s exceptional storytelling ability, blending heartfelt emotion with a
With summer in full swing, the Sunshine Coast live music scene is stacked with Rudimental (UK), Pennywise (US) and Xavier Rudd all yet to perform this year. But if you’re seeking a bevy and fish and chips with those summertime vibes, be sure to check out these pubs and eateries which also double as epic
Iconic Australian rock band Hoodoo Gurus will join the grand opening of Team Musicare Sunshine Coast at The Station on Friday. In a world-first, the initiative is aimed at transforming lives through inclusivity, employment, and community engagement. The all-day grand opening kicks off at 10am, with Hoodoo Gurus to perform later that evening. Team Musicare
The first time I heard the voice of Adam Newling it was love at first listen. This is somewhat of a rarity for me as I can be fairly picky when it comes to new music. Let’s just say as someone with ADHD, my patience is a bit more short-lived than it should be. I
Fanning Dempsey National Park will bring their show to Venue 114 on the Sunshine Coast on May 23. The two singer-songwriters – Bernard Fanning and Paul Dempsey – are from monumental respective bands Powderfinger and Something For Kate. Some of the most revered Australian artists of the last 30 years, the rockers launched their debut album, “The Deluge”, with a
Sunshine Coast native Anthony Brand has a new song and it couldn’t be more aptly titled. The Brisbane-based, singer-songwriter takes clear directions from greats such as Bruce Springsteen in his latest banger “Dead to You”. While the former journalist is no longer writing about the journeys of others, Anthony’s second single illustrates his undeniable story-telling
KNOTFEST, the destination festival brand curated by SLIPKNOT, is returning to Australia this year. And today they announce a horde of headline sideshows from some of the artists on the festival lineup. In addition to their entirely sold out Adelaide headline sideshow, SLIPKNOT will headline in Auckland on March 11, while A DAY TO REMEMBER are set to perform a
It’s a balmy night and the crowd in the Solbar band room is sweating for Trophy Eyes. The Newcastle punk-rockers are touring the Australian East Coast. They kicked off their tour on Maroochydore’s Ocean Street strip last night. Solbar was the perfect venue for these guys. Offering a dark and intimate space, loyal fans are
