February 6, 2026By yelomag
The Wolston Butchers hit the stage alongside Hervey Bay teenage rock band Sagnar at Norton Music Factory last Friday night, supporting Fake News for an all-ages punk show that didn’t hold back. Drawing on 90s West Coast punk energy and no-frills grit, both bands delivered loud songs and close-quarters chaos inside the Caloundra West industrial
February 5, 2026By yelomag
Sunny Coast punk-rock royalty Fake News headlined an all-out, all-ages punk show at Caloundra’s Norton Music Factory on Friday night. Loud, DIY, and built for the floor rather than the stage, the night leaned fully into chaos. Cali-flavoured heavy-hitters The Wolston Butchers tore through their set, while emerging acts The Phosphenes and Sagnar rounded out
July 27, 2025By yelomag
The Sunshine Coast live music scene continues to buzz as new residents move to the burgeoning region. They bring with them an enthusiastic new-wave of vibe-seekers. Whether you’re here on vacay or a true-blue ‘yocal’, our vibrant villages are firing up with non-stop live performances, sure to keep you dancing, singing and inspired. Pictured: Owners
June 4, 2025By yelomag
Want to be in-the-know when it comes to all the hottest local gigs? Bookmark our complete gig guide: https://yelo.live/gigs/. Our region’s music scene is smoking right now having just celebrated the inaugural Sunshine Coast Music Awards on Sunday. And there’s plenty more amazing gigs on the horizon! This weekend, hundreds – if not thousands –
May 26, 2025By yelomag
Pictured: Punters were in for a treat when 90s punk-rock legends Frenzal Rhomb played on the Sunshine Coast on Saturday as part of their regional tour. The iconic band was supported by Brisbane hip-hop/funk act Boys At The Back and Caboolture alt-rock trio The Phosphenes, at Norton Music Factory. Don’t miss Frenzal Rhomb as they
March 27, 2025By yelomag
Sunshine Coast musicians and businesses have become overnight rockstars after taking home major awards at the Queensland Music Awards (QMAs) on Tuesday. Co-hosted by the Coast’s own Sarah Howells, of ABC Sunshine Coast, the event saw popular new venue The Station take home the Accessible Venue of the Year award. It was a bittersweet ending
November 4, 2024By yelomag
Photos: Bek Busak Child star musical prodigy Nathan Cavaleri has helped Sunshine Coast craft brewery Your Mates raise $35,000 for vital local mental health charities and educational support. Around 300 locals packed the Warana brew pub recently to hang with their mates, have a laugh, and enjoy some delicious meat at the sold-out Meats with
September 18, 2024By yelomag
The Singer-Songwriters Session brings four top Sunshine Coast acts to Norton Music Factory on September 28. Matty Rogers Band, JC & The Tree, David Flower Band and Nicky Convine will all perform at the all-ages event. Renowned for his soulful and electrifying performances, Matty Rogers captivates with a unique blend of soul, rock and blues.
May 13, 2024By yelomag
Sunny Coast swamp-blues-rock artist 8 Ball Aitken is set to take over Norton Music Factory, Caloundra West, for Brownwyn Street Blues Volume 8 on May 25. He joins Darren Jack Trio, Dillion James Band, Jessy Lynch Band, and Hemi, across two stages. 8 Ball Aitken Singer, songwriter, slide-guitarist, and producer, 8 Ball Aitken has earned

