November 17, 2025By yelomag
US alt-metal legends Deftones will bring new music to Australia and NZ next May for the first time in almost a decade. The Down Under tour kicks off with two shows at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, from May 2-3, before they play at Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane on May 6. The multi-platinum Grammy
October 28, 2025By yelomag
Beloved children’s screen composer Joff Bush has taken home a top gong at the 2025 Screen Music Awards in Brisbane for his work on the international TV juggernaut Bluey. The most-streamed show in the US last year, each episode of Bluey is individually scored, with Joff responsible for half of the soundtrack’s composition, including the
October 27, 2025By yelomag
“The Boss” – AKA US rock-pop sensation Bruce Springsteen is hitting Queensland cinemas this week including Nambour, Hervey Bay, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and more. Catch Bruce Springsteen across Queensland: Nambour Cinema, Hervey Bay Boat Club Cinema, HOTA, Event Cinemas and Palace Cinemas, plus loads more! Known for his stadium-filling chart-toppers such as “Dancing in the Dark”, “I’m
August 14, 2025By yelomag
It’s the biggest music event of its kind in the southern hemisphere, and BIGSOUND is set to take over Brisbane for its 24th year – from September 2-5 – with Goolwal Goolwal kicking things off. What is Goolwal Goolwal? Goolwal Goolwal is the First Nations representation of the monolithic music event, which brings an industry
August 2, 2025By yelomag
Buy your tickets to see Playlunch at The Triffid in Brisbane at Moshtix. Melbourne’s self-professed “bogan funk” outfit Playlunch is heading to The Triffid in Brisbane on September 12. The brattish, seven-piece, brass-funk outfit offers an infectious catalogue of genre-blending tracks, covering childhood nostalgia and distinctly Aussie themes. Their cheery nod to the dreaded early schooling
July 27, 2025By Dameeka Middleton
It was a night to remember for fans of The Hives, says Yelo photographer Dameeka Middleton in this live review. After capturing the Swedish rock icons through the lens of her camera at Fortitude Music Hall on Thursday, she writes about getting up-close-and personal with her favourite 90s stars. Returning for the first time in
July 21, 2025By yelomag
Main photo: Touted as the Southern-Hemisphere’s biggest live music discovery and connection event, BIGSOUND 2025 brings speakers, musicians and important industry reps to Brisbane in September. Australian artists Josh Pyke (pictured) and Tash Santana will join triple j radio godfather Richard Kingsmill when monolithic music industry event BIGSOUND 2025 descends on Brisbane on September 2-5.
June 8, 2025By Maddie O'Brien
Picture: Revellers gather at The Fortitude Music Hall. Fremantle indie rockers Spacey Jane brought all the love and good vibes to the The Fortitude Music Hall on Friday night. Spacey Jane is embarking on their biggest tour yet, playing shows throughout Australia and New Zealand in support of their new album “If That Makes Sense”. The group
April 14, 2025By yelomag
A Brisbane Blues Cruise might be the therapy you didn’t know you needed. With autumn on our laps, locals and tourists alike are looking for inspired ways to unwind across the river city. And it seems the people of Brisbane have found the perfect Sunday remedy. Sam Buckley Band, Minnie Marks, and Johnny Curran are
March 5, 2025By yelomag
Brisbane’s New Bloom Fest and the Drain and One Step Closer sideshow at Kings Beach Tavern will be cancelled this weekend. New Bloom Fest – headlined by English rock band Basement – was scheduled for Saturday at Fortitude Music Hall. While Drain and One Step Closer were due to play at Caloundra, on the Sunshine

