Belched from the fiery depths into the rustic charms of the Witch County, Suffolk, UK, Cradle of Filth are undisputed giants of the heavy metal realm. Imperious purveyors of a perennially unique strain of dark, dastardly, and wilfully extreme metal, with deep roots in the worlds of gothic horror and occult curiosity.
Led by the inimitable Dani Filth, the band has weathered decades of tumult and trial, earning a formidable reputation as both a singular creative force and one of the most riotously entertaining live bands the metal world has ever produced.
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Thus far into their distinguished and highly influential career, Cradle of Filth continue to show their ferocious efficacy with no signs of slowing down as they maintain their unparalleled fusion of gothic grandeur and blackened metal. Filth’s influence is felt far and wide as Dani recently teamed up for a collaborative song with pop megastar Ed Sheeran, which is set to appear on their upcoming album.
No doubt Cradle of Filth will ignite the flames of anticipation with their impending arrival as they descend on our land for a trip through the darkness as we embrace the chaos and bear witness to their infernal live presence. And this time they will not be coming alone; rapidly rising Moldovans, Infected Rain, will be chaperoned by the innovators of extreme for their debut tour of Australia.
Infected Rain is led by the enigmatic, charismatic, and multi-talented Lena Scissorhands, who has cemented her place as one of the greatest frontwomen in Metal. Infected Rain accent the introspective musical journey as they wind between effectively-placed progressive, electronic, and even nu-metal features amid ethereal passages, bolstered by subterranean heaviness and rhythmic grooves topped by Scissorhands’ hair-raising screams and haunting vocals.
Tickets on sale 1 May here.
Applications are open now for APRA AMCOS’ 23% Mentorship program, giving the opportunity for female and non-binary musicians to be mentored by an industry veteran for free.
“I think first and foremost it was the little pep of validation I needed,” Canberra singer-songwriter and 2020 mentee Lucy Sugerman says of her time in the APRA AMCOS 23% Mentorship Program. “Having just gotten out of a record deal and [having] just turned 18, with limited connections in the industry, it was really motivating to hear [that] someone like Julian McGruther (my mentor) had connected with my music and what I was doing.” Sugerman, who released her perfectly titled EP last year spiralling (over discourse on the internet), was able to get a head start on her music career thanks to the mentorship program, which is open now to budding female and non-binary musicians looking for a foot in the door of the industry.
“The 23% Mentorship really provided a safe and guided space for me to learn more about the industry. It was empowering and exciting, and I felt very supported throughout,” Sugerman says. “I realise this can be quite rare in the music industry now in hindsight, so I feel very grateful to have had access to that time and resources, particularly as someone living in a more ‘regional’ city with very limited connections to the Australian music industry at the time.”
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APRA AMCOS’ Creative Programs and Sponsorship Manager Bella Morris-Clarke, who is overseeing the 23% Mentorship program this year, says that providing pathways into the music industry for those who might otherwise be without them is what the program is all about. “The 23% Mentorship is aimed at our emerging female, non-binary and gender non-conforming APRA members,” Morris-Clarke says. “But we also try to make sure within that community we’re reaching people from diverse backgrounds, regional areas and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music creators. This program at its core is about uplifting the smaller areas of our membership.”
Formally known as the Women in Music Mentorship Program, the program has had a name change for 2024’s edition.
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Because, Morris-Clarke explains, “The APRA AMCOS membership is comprised of just 23% women, non-binary or non-identified music creators. Even when that number inevitably increases it is a reminder of why we created it.”
Applications for the program are open as of now and will close on Friday May 10 at 5pm AEST, with 14 places available for prospective mentees. Along with a mentor to help guide them toward a valuable pathway for their musical careers, each mentee will also receive $3,000 toward projects or work-related expenses and/or travel. The mentorship program runs over a three-month period, ideally from June to August 2024, but the dates can work around availability if need be. “Over that time,” Morris-Clarke says, “we expect the mentors and mentees to meet a minimum of six times with at least one of those being an in-person meet up.”
Sugerman praises the program for giving her the guidance to learn about building the foundation blocks in her career as an artist, developing things like her visual and musical identity as an artist – the kind of things that it’s difficult to know how to do without a veteran there to show you how. It also allowed Sugerman the motivational push she needed, giving her things like “accountability and a more concrete timeline on tasks”. “When you’re self-managed,” she says, “it can be difficult to stay on track with your own development.”
The program for Sugerman wasn’t just about how to make incredibly catchy earworms and beautifully-written melodies; she also was able to learn from her mentor about all the back end of the music biz and the importance of the business side of things. “It was my first foray into understanding how music distribution and release really worked, and everything about those experiences has poured into my various professional endeavours in music now. I still go back to our release checklist for my debut track even now.”
In terms of applying for the program, Sugerman advises that “it’s all about explaining why an opportunity like this is time-sensitive to your career.” Also, she says, “Having a tangible goal you want to achieve and demonstrating that (i.e. putting out your first single) in your application is always really helpful.” Once the applications are closed and considered, Morris-Clarke says that she’s then “the person to let successful mentees know they have been selected and introducing them to their mentor,” adding, “It is without a doubt the best part of my job!”
Once successful applicants join the program, mentees will get to have one face-to-face meeting with their mentor, as well as at least five other meetings in person or via phone, video or email. Other than that, the way in which the mentees want the mentorship to work is left ultimately up to them. Sugerman suggests preparing questions before every mentoring session, as well as not being afraid to be “super proactive”. “My other advice is to have a list of non-negotiables for your creative work and your career (i.e. I want to own my masters, or I want to make sure I’m always getting XYZ% of my revenue).”
There are 14 mentorships available between an Australia APRA member and an industry professional, as well as mentorships for members located in the UK, Europe and North America. The way in which mentees and mentors are paired up is based on career stage, goal focus and priorities, as opposed to the genre of music of the artists. Morris-Clarke says of the industry professionals involved in the program, “We have never been short of amazing mentors. There are people from all areas of the music industry who put their hands up to share their time and expertise.”
Including Sugerman, there’s been a plethora of success stories from the 23% Mentorship program. Artists like Annie Hamilton, Eliza Hull, BVT, dameeeela and Telenova’s Angeline Armstrong are just a few of the stand-out musicians who have gone on from the mentorship program to have incredible careers in the music industry. Some of the music professionals that will be mentoring in the program this year include Kristy Lee Peters, Jannah Beth, Claire Collins and Harry White.
Ultimately, “The 23% Mentorship is one of our most important programs because it is actively working to address the gender imbalance in the music industry by giving fair opportunities for work and uplifting this community of music creators to go on to build sustainable careers in the industry,” Morris-Clarke says. “Programs like this are so important because we know that equity, equality and diversity only add to a thriving and successful music industry which is beneficial for us all.”
Find out more and apply for the 23% Mentorship here.
This article was made in partnership with APRA AMCOS.
Music juggernaut Billie Eilish announces Australian arena dates for 2025 in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.
Presented by Live Nation and Frontier Touring, the nine-time Grammy award-winning, two-time Academy Award-winning, and two-time Golden Globe-winning songwriter will be playing a mammoth four arena shows in each city across Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Qudos Bank Arena and Rod Laver Arena from 18 February until 8 March 2025.
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The announcement comes with a slew of shows across North America, Europe, the UK and Ireland, starting in September 2024.
Billie Eilish was last in Australia in 2022 promoting her second album, Happier Than Ever, which saw her blow-away audiences in the same arenas. Since then Eilish has played huge stages including Coachella where she brought out Paramore’s Hayley Williams for a rendition of ‘Misery Business’ – where she would return again this year to perform with Lana Del Rey, as well as performing her award-winning Barbie movie single ‘What Was I Made For?‘ at the 66th Grammy Awards, the 96th Academy Awards and on Saturday Night Live.
Billie Eilish’s forthcoming album, HIT ME HARD AND SOFT was written by Billie Eilish and FINNEAS, her brother and long-time collaborator, who also produced the album. It is due for release on 17 May via Darkroom/Interscope Records.
Tickets for BILLIE EILISH: HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR will go on sale Friday 3 May with times staggered per market. Both Frontier Members and Live Nation Members will have early access to tickets on Thursday 2 May – Friday 3 May.
Additionally American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning next Wednesday 1 May (while supplies last) – this is one of the many entertainment benefits American Express Card Members can access. Presale start + end times will vary by market, check your local listings at billieeilish.com for more information.
Vodafone customers can secure early tickets during a pre-sale commencing Thursday 2 May (times staggered, refer below). Head to Vodafone.com.au/ticket for more information.
In keeping with her commitment to making a difference in the environmental impacts of her music and touring, a limited number of Changemaker Tickets will be available for the Australia dates. A portion of the proceeds from the Changemaker Ticket will support OzHarvest and other not-for-profit organisations in collaboration with Support + Feed addressing the impacts of food insecurity and the climate crisis.
Please note all shows have been announced and will go on sale on Friday 3rd May – no further Australian shows to be added. Get in fast to avoid disappointment!
Further show information and ticketing can be found here.
Metalcore giants The Amity Affliction will embark on a headline tour across the country this November for the 10th anniversary of their acclaimed album Let the Ocean Take Me.
To celebrate their seminal fourth studio release, the band will be performing the album in its entirety each night along with fan favourites from their extensive catalogue.
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Since emerging in 2008 with their debut Severed Ties, The Amity Affliction have consistently delivered. They’ve clocked four No. 1 records, earned multiple Gold and Platinum certifications in their home country and enjoyed a string of Top 30-charting albums on Billboard.
Throughout their career, The Amity Affliction have remained a featured attraction on some of the biggest festivals in the world — from Download UK, Reading and Leeds, Wacken, Vans Warped Tour, Rock am Ring, Rock im park, Graspop, Sonic Temple, Welcome to Rockville, Hellfest, Slam Dunk, Jera on Air, and more.
The band has sold out countless headline treks and have hit the road with everyone from A Day to Remember to Motionless in White to Silverstein to Sum 41 to Beartooth to PVRIS.
Tickets on sale 12pm Thursday, May 2. For complete tour & ticket information, visit: livenation.com.au
Having sold out arenas worldwide – including iconic venues such as Madison Square Garden and London’s O2 Arena – Jim Jefferies stands out as one of the most popular, provocative, and respected comedians of our generation.
His previous 2022 Antipodean tour was a massive success, with 27 shows selling out across Australia and New Zealand. Now, it’s time for this boundary-pushing comedian and political commentator to head back down under… bringing his latest stage show to fans across the nation.
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Having graced some of the world’s best comedy stages, including Edinburgh Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Reading and Leeds, and Glastonbury, Jim Jefferies was awarded ‘Stand-Up Comedian of the Year’ at Montreal’s Just for Laughs Festival in 2019. He is currently the host of runaway hit game show The 1% Club (7), which continues to receive phenomenal ratings, reaching a total national audience of 1,520,000 in February 2024. Jefferies’ ability to tackle controversial topics with intelligence and humour has earned him a huge global following and critical acclaim… making him one the most successful, arena-selling comedians on the planet.
With nine Netflix comedy specials to his name including 2017’s highly praised Freedumb, 2018’s brutally hilarious This Is Me Now and 2020’s Intolerant, Jim also hosts popular podcast I Don’t Know About That – listen here. Jefferies’ early sitcom Legit aired for two seasons to a diehard US fanbase, while his late-night satirical program for Comedy Central, The Jim Jefferies Show, became one of the most talked-about shows worldwide for three years running following its 2017 debut – even Brad Pitt asked to make a guest appearance.
Joining Jim at all shows as special guest is Mickey D. From his early days as a teenage talent scouted during a high school musical to winning scholarships at prestigious institutions like the Sydney Opera House and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Jefferies’ journey to comedic stardom has been nothing short of remarkable.
Tickets to Jefferies’ 2024 Australian tour will go on sale Friday 3 May (9am local time) via frontiertouring.com/jimjefferies.
The newly launched Music Product Stewardship Alliance is a collaborative effort bringing together key players from the recorded music industry to address sustainability challenges associated with vinyl and CD production and distribution.
Created by Green Music Australia, the peak body for the environment and music, the alliance boasts an impressive lineup of industry leaders, including ABC Music, AIR, Artist First, GizzVerse, Holiday Records and many more. With support from the NSW Environment Protection Authority and the City of Sydney, Green Music Australia will lead research efforts and facilitate discussions to identify collective issues and innovative solutions.
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The inaugural roundtable, held in Sydney in mid-April, saw participation from 33 individuals representing 21 companies. Discussions centred around the environmental impact of physical music products in the Australian market and opportunities for positive change. Green Music Australia provided insights gleaned from alliance members’ data, complemented by the latest research and technological advancements from around the globe.
Berish Bilander, CEO of Green Music Australia, expressed pride in launching the alliance. “We all love visiting our local record store and purchasing a copy of our favourite album. But many of us don’t realise how polluting some of the materials in manufacturing and distributing music products can be.
Environmentally friendly options exist, and there’s a growing appetite from the sector and artists to make the switch. With vinyl sales quadrupling in Australia over the last ten years, it is more important than ever that we collaborate on shared solutions. Crafting a planet-friendly product is often an imperfect journey. This alliance is here to steer a greener pathway towards making eco-albums the industry norm.”
Moving forward, the Music Product Stewardship Alliance will delve into various aspects of vinyl and CD production and distribution, including emissions and waste footprint, packaging challenges, local manufacturing opportunities and emerging solutions. The alliance aims to continue its research and investigation efforts leading up to the second roundtable scheduled for July 2024.
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What better time to venture into the grand and rugged mountain ranges than when Grampians Grape Escape festival is on.
Taking place from Friday 3 May until Sunday 5 May 2024 in the picturesque Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, this three-day festival is a feast for the senses and a showcase of the best the region has to offer. This wine, food and music festival is the holy trinity of good times.
Here are five reasons you should pack the car and head to Grampians Grape Escape, Halls Gap:
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Homegrown Drops
Can’t go past a good drop – thankfully the Grampians, Pyrenees and Henty region house some of the finest winemakers in Australia. Over 30 wineries have signed up to showcase at the Grampians Grape Escape festival, bringing their greatest wines to the forefront. You have Mountainside Wines, Clarnette Wines, Miners Ridge Vineyard, DogRock Winery – the list goes on. This festival is a great chance to meet the makers, sample wines with a tasting ticket, join a masterclass, or simply stock up on the cellar for the bitter winter weather.
Along with wine, beer, cider and spirit distilleries will also be on-site to quench the thirst.
Food Glorious Food
They say never drink on an empty stomach – you won’t have to worry about that with the culinary delights available at Grampians Grape Escape. Food trucks will be plotted around the site, ready to serve up a storm for the stomach. Bao buns, dumplings, burgers, the beloved food truck favourite of hot chips – does it get any better? Yes, it does! Local produce representatives will be on-site with homemade chilli and chutney and there will be masterclasses and cooking demonstrations by guest chefs Tim Bone, Nornie Bero, Karen Martini, Check and Dogs, and Matthew Evans.
Belting Tunes
Get on your dancing shoes – the Grampians Grape Festival has got the goods on the music front with a stacked lineup of seventeen talented artists. Kicking it all off with Feel-Good Friday you can settle into the weekend with Soulty from 4pm and homegrown acts The Settlement and Orange Whip sending off the first day. Across Saturday and Sunday six acts will be on the stage each day. Flying in from Perth is The Little Lord Street Band, bringing with them their new album Time and Place. Afro-fusion Melbourne band One Spirit Africa will blow your socks off with their powerful Afro-beats. Geelong legends Bone and Jones will jump up on the stage and two huge headliners, Smoke Stack Rhino and The Narratives will close out Saturday. Sunday sees another Geelongian grace the stage – Daniel Aarons will sooth the crowd with his stunning songwriting, Tek Tek will bring a bold performance and Bel Kil will tease her upcoming EP. Mega music moments will come from 19-Twenty and Madhouse. In the emcee chair is the legendary Julia Zass who is sure to pump up the crowd for an epic experience.
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Fun for the whole Family
Let’s not lull you into a false sense that the festival is all about the adults. Grampians Grape Escape is one of the most family friendly festivals on offer with a dedicated precinct for the kids to explore. The David O Jones Mitre 10 Little Adventurer’s Precinct includes a giant cubby house activity with a garden and shed that kids will help construct and deck out. The precinct also boasts a herb and flower planting station, rock climbing, badminton and table tennis, as well as a Parent Pod for convenience. Outside of the designated precinct there are stop-and-play stations strategically set up around the wineries so parents can taste while the kids are kept entertained. And that’s on top of all of the dancing and singing they will be doing at the Itinerant Spirits Music Stage.
Stunning Locations
It would be remiss to not include the glorious Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park location as a selling point. The stunning setting of Halls Gap on its own is a tourist attraction. If weather allows, spend a day climbing The Pinnacle, check out Boroka Lookout or explore MacKenzie Falls. A stop into Halls Gap Zoo is a must-see on the Grampians adventure. There is so much to explore in the region – Grampian Grape Escape is just the excuse to get you there.
With that much packed into one festival, you’re bound to get your money’s worth. Tickets are still available to Grampians Grape Escape. You can purchase them here.
Village Cinemas is celebrating one of the biggest movie franchises by taking over the big screens for back-to-back-to-back chronological screenings of both the Original Star Wars Trilogy and Prequel Star Wars Trilogy on Star Wars Day Saturday 4 May and the following day Sunday 5 May 2024.
With sessions at all Victorian Village Cinemas locations, the force of the powerful space series is set to send you into hyperspace.
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The Luke Skywalker meets Darth Vader George Lucas trilogy of Episode 1 through 3, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back and The Return of The Jedi, will be screening in remastered 4k on Saturday 4 May from 1pm across all Village Cinemas.
The following day you can sit through the ultimate villain origin story of the legendary Darth Vader with the prequel trilogy of The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith.
If a 382-minute marathon is not your style, Village Cinemas is also screening Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace from May 2 – 5 in all Victorian locations to mark the 25th anniversary of when the space saga all began.
You can find more information on the Star Wars Trilogy Marathons, locations, and ticketing here.
After a record-breaking nearly 3000 entries, Happy Mag has revealed the finalists of the annual independent music competition Needle In The Hay.
Needle In The Hay was set up by Happy Mag to champion and empower emerging Australian and New Zealand bands and musicians at a time when they need it most in their careers. The competition, now in its seventh year, continues to be a launchpad for emerging artists, with past winners including the ‘Booster Seat’ band Spacey Jane, pop superstar Maple Glider, and multi-ARIA-award winning artist, Tones and I.
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Usually a selection of the top 30, this year Happy Mag expanded their finalist pool to 40 deserving acts. In amongst the 40 finalists is local songwriter, Noah Vernon offering up latest body Back N Forth.
You might recognise Vernon from his acoustic spots at The Belmont Hotel, The Grovedale Hotel and Queen of the West, or from his original blend of R&B, soul, pop, rock and folk with stellar singles ‘Rocketship‘ and ‘Anxiety’. The beloved Geelong local has been honing his songwriting and sound since 2017. His latest track ‘DONNIE DARKO’, released 1 March 2024, is a testament to his artistic growth.
With a prize pool of over $30,000 including vinyl pressing, high quality recording gear, and plug-in packages, the competition prize aims to setup artists to amplify their career. The grand prize is a single pressed by Zenith Records, alongside a list of runner-up prizes.
This year the magazine has enlisted a wealth of knowledge for their judging panel including ARIA award-winning singer Ben Lee, and industry heavyweights Abbie Chatfield, Akala Newman, Dave Jenkins Jr., Jadey O’Regan, Ash McGregor, Pam Thornback, Andy Golledge and Emmy Mack, all with the tough task of selecting the winner.
More details on the competition and finalist can be found here.
30 years, 10 albums with the new one dropping today, Regurgitator are invading the music sphere once more. Out today, Invader is a self-produced work predominantly recorded and mixed by Quan Yeoman and Ben Ely with the assistance of Greg Jard. Leaning into the Brisbane-boys infectious, high-octane power puff of pop-meets-rock-meets-electronic plays, Invader includes collaboration with Peaches, JK47 and Tyson Yunkaporta (Sand Talk), fizzing with fun funky freedom.
The album drop comes with the announcement of a venue change for their upcoming Geelong show, moving from iconic underground nightclub Lambys Tavern to the house of rock ‘n’ roll, the Barwon Club.
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Leading in with ‘This Is Not A Pop Song’ featuring Peaches, followed by the killer opening track ‘Cocaine Runaway’, Invader sees a return of form from Regurgitator, swirling with kaleidoscopic synths and building a sense of nostalgia. Coming in nearly 30 years after their debut Tu-Plang and their celebrated sophomore Unit, the album sits impeccably in the playful pen that Regurgitator have created and is set to be Ben Hur big live.
Kicking off down south in Hobart on Friday 10 May, and wrapping up in Australia’s north at Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns on Saturday 22 June, the ‘it’s so invasive…tour’ slides into a whopping 23 towns and cities. The tour will introduce the world to new Regurgitator flesh, touring member Sarah Lim who will slay on keytar and guitar. Along for the ride are good friends, The Party Dozen and Displeasure (NZ).
Tickets still remain for the Geelong show and can be purchased here. Give Invader a listen now.
The City of Greater Geelong has announced a new funding stream for the arts to cultivate clever and creative projects. Introducing the Clever and Creative Seed Fund, a funding initiative that aims to provide artists and creatives with small grants to initiate, explore or activate new ideas or new approaches to their work.
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With a total grant pool of $10,000, artists may apply for up to $2500, as subject to budget limitation, towards a new creative project. Funding is distributed on a first in basis to applicants assessed as eligible and who fulfil the criteria until 31 May 2024, or when available funding is fully allocated, whichever comes first.
The grant is open to artists of all career stages and disciplines including emerging artists and creatives for the exploration, testing and development of a new creative arts project, and mid-career and established artists and creatives exploring a new direction or developing a new innovative or experimental project. These grants are open to not-for-profits, charities, unincorporated bodies, for-profit businesses and sole traders who hold a current Australian Business Number (ABN).
Under the community grants banner, Clever and Creative Seed Grants builds on our already thriving arts community through the funding of multiple activities. Applications can be for activities such as:
Grant funding can be distributed across artists/creatives fees, materials, venue and studio hire, equipment purchases or hire, inclusion and access costs and documentation and evaluation.
Applications open Tuesday 30 April and will close 5PM, 31 May 2024, or when funding allocation has been exhausted.
Further details on the funding opportunity can be found here or you can contact the Community Grants Team at [email protected] or phone 5272 5560. Grant guidelines can be downloaded here.
With their first year under their belt, Geelong Comedy Festival are looking toward another exciting year of tear-filled laughter, announcing the festival’s return and accepting performance applications.
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Their inaugural event was a showstopper, cementing the festival as a fixture of the regions entertainment calendar. Giggles through to the full-belly cackles echoed through host venues Valhalla Taproom, The Brewery, Beavs Bar, The Arborist, Medusa Bar and The Green Room Wine and Whiskey Bar, thanks to their mammoth line-up of local and renowned comics.
Last years Geelong Comedy Festival saw talented hard-hitters take the stage, including Tom Ballad Live, Sarah Maree Cameron in her show One Womb Please!, Nick Capper and Brett Blake teamed up for Double Impact, Evan Hocking with I Don’t Get It…, and a list of laughing stock including Adore Händel, Aiden Willcox and Isaac Haigh, Blake Everett, Chris Martin & Taylor Edwards, and Ellen Mahoney.
The festival was also a chance for local talent to rise up under the spotlight, with this years iteration no different. Geelong Comedy Festival encourage those who live for the cackle, are the comedians of their group or simply need a space to test their zingy-oneliners to submit an application.
Applications can be made directly through the Geelong Comedy Festival website by filling out the Performer Application form. The best part though is that applications fees are free. Even better, there is no charge for venue hire either, with the incredible host venues providing sponsorship to the Geelong Comedy Festival.
Apply to be a performer in this years Geelong Comedy Festival here.
There is a reason that Paddock Bakery is a popular food destination, attracting visitors from across the country to their Burleigh Heads location to get a taste of heaven, but not before snapping it for the ‘gram of course.
Now, Pivotonian’s need not travel quite as far for their foodie fix, with the iconic bakery finding home at North Geelong’s Federal Mills.
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From the local owners Ayman and Jenna Muhor, and Cam and Penny Hamilton, the foodie phenomenon quickly set tongues wagging thanks to their in-house baked menu.
Serving up the most tantalising partnering of pastries with prosecco, freshly baked sourdough breads with aromatic coffee, towering milkshakes with delicious treats; The Paddock Bakery is a full-blown belly experience.
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The lunch menu doesn’t stick to the general bakery finds which makes it so exciting both looks wise and for the palette. The pork, apple and pistachio sausage roll is a crowd-pleaser, their newly introduced vegetarian danish, The Mediterranean is creating hype, and their turkey and cranberry toasties are like thanksgiving in your mouth!
On the sugar side, they crème brulee donut is to die for, their gooey cookies hit the craving and their selection of cheesecakes will have you rolling out the door.
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Most famously the baked sourdough loaves are a must to be tucked under your arm when you exit, filling you with Paddock goodness for the rest of the week.
With their grand opening happening only last week, The Paddock Bakery is a must for the food lovers.
Open seven days from 7am – 4pm. Visit the Paddock Bakery website here.
With her latest album, I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY! in tow, girl in red’s DOING IT AGAIN ASIA/OCEANIA TOUR will grace stages in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Since the release of girl in red’s chiming debut single “i wanna be your girlfriend” Marie Ulven has been at the forefront of alt-pop with biting songs about navigating the world as a young queer woman. Her honest lyrics and intimate production thrilled listeners around the world, making the Norway-born singer-songwriter one of the streaming era’s biggest grass-roots success stories.
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Earlier this month, we saw the release of girl in red’s sophomore album I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!, which marks her debut with Columbia Records. The Oslo-based Ulven maintains her intimate songwriting while also broadening her sonic horizons. The new album highlights how Ulven’s songwriting has developed over the last five years, while the title track brings girl in red to an entirely new place.
The album comes after a long period where Ulven felt frustrated, despite commercial and critical acclaim, spots on Lollapalooza and Coachella, millions of streams for songs like the sweetly determined autumnal favourite “we fell in love in october” and a fiercely loyal fanbase. The new 10-song album chronicles Ulven’s last two and a half years with honesty and wit—and a healthy dose of what Ulven calls “ballsy shit” like the countrified, banjo-led breakdown on the swaggering title track. Ulven’s willingness to play around with her music and her image is, in her eyes, an evolution of the candour that has made her such a beloved musician.
Ulven’s successes so far have taken her a long way from the bedroom where she made her earliest records. She’s played popular festivals such as Oya and Glastonbury and toured with pop icons like Conan Gray, Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift on the North American leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour. Along with multiple songs hitting nine-figure streams and winning prestigious awards such as BBC’s Sound of 2021 and the 2022 Telenor Culture Prize, girl in red has well and truly taken the world by storm.
With I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY! Ulven is ready to harness the experiences she’s had and build girl in red into something “more ambitious, and more exciting, and more idea-driven,” as she puts it. “The past five years have been so insane, and that I’ve been given this opportunity is insane,” Ulven says. “But I think what’s really hitting me now is that I need to pursue music fully, and that’s something I want to do with this record. I just want to go all in on girl in red in 2024. I’m at a point where I’m willing to fly.”
Presale begins from 10am local time Friday 26 April and tickets to the general public are available from 10am local time Monday 29 April. As for Adelaide, sit tight for tour news coming your way soon. Sign up here to be the first in the know.
Before the city gets transformed with neon lights and projections for the annual White Night Ballarat, the streets will be filled with activewear for another world-class event set to add to the rich sporting and cultural tapestry of the region: the inaugural Ballarat Marathon.
Happening this weekend on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 April, the Ballarat Marathon is designed to celebrate the city’s sporting cultural and promote health and wellbeing. Built for both the elite and recreational athletes, the courses will showcase one of regional Victoria’s more beautiful and historic cities.
Saturday 27 April 2024
Sunday 28 April 2024
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Registration and pack collection for all running events opens from Friday 26 April, from 12pm – 8pm setup at The Mining Exchange, and again each morning of the races, with Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6am.
The Saturday holds the Brooks 5km and the Power FM mile, tracking through the beautiful inner city, starting at the corner of Sturt Street and Armstrong Street with the finish line outside of Ballarat Town Hall. These races are broken up into sessions to cater to all abilities, taking into account both age and gender for the elite sessions.
BROOKS 5KM
POWER FM MILE
True to the festival title, the event is anchored by the Federation University Marathon and Half Marathon on the Sunday. A scenic Steve Moneghetti-designed 21.1km course that starts at Ballarat Town Hall taking runners into Victoria Park, through the Arch of Victory, around Lake Wendouree and circling back through Lydiard and Sturt Street, this course is both stunning and gruelling. The Sunday also includes the Wheelchair 10km, and the standard 10km, both starting outside of Myer Ballarat at varying times.
WHEELCHAIR 10KM
CITY OF BALLARAT HALF MARATHON & FEDERATION UNIVERSITY MARATHON
10KM
First, second and third place winners will not only receive the title of the first Ballarat Marathon race winner in their category and a medal, they will also receive a monetary prize. The winner of the main Ballarat Marathon event will receive a whopping $6000 for their outstanding endurance and pace.
With 4000 individuals already registered to run, the CBD is expecting a major influx of foot traffic with the event’s overall local economic injection sitting at more than $1 million. Many of the CBD accommodation providers are at full capacity. On the hospitality front, the Ballarat Marathon has included a major event to help cafes and restaurants to leverage the influx. Ballarat Marathon Pasta Party will involve hospitality venues helping runners get their carbohydrates boost to fuel both local and visiting athletes and spectators. A list of participating venues can be found here.
There will also be a Ballarat Marathon Expo setup on Armstrong Street South next to the Ballarat Town Hall. The expo will feature industry-leading brands and event partners, showcasing the latest running-related products, services, offerings and innovations. The official Ballarat Marathon merchandise will be for sale and the tent will house the presentation of the race winners, with an engraver onsite to inscribe finishers’ medals.
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Ballarat Marathon is a charity fundraising event, with the money already raised exceeding tens of thousands of dollars sitting at roughing $70,000 raised for dozens of charities. The Ballarat Health Services Foundation is the event official charity. Participants who raise $500 or more for the Foundation via the Grassrootz platform will have their entry fee refunded. Donations are encouraged even if you are not involved in the event, and can be made here.
There will be road closures to allow for the courses both on weekend and during setup. A full list of road closures can be found here, but most notably Sturt Street will be closed to all traffic from Grenville Street to Golf Club Drive from 6am – 3pm on Sunday. Pedestrian access to shops along the course will be maintained at all times, and there will be frequent pedestrian crossing points and opportunities.
The Ballarat Marathon is a huge event for the region and will hopefully turn into an annual festival of running.
Further information including course maps and details, schedules, prize information, frequently asked questions and fundraising opportunities can be found here.
For those of you who will be getting up early for the ANZAC day dawn services, a coffee will definitely be needed and for those that don’t feel like cooking, a meal out is always a nice way to spend the day.
We did the rounds, and here are the cafes, restaurants and bars that are most certainly ready to help you out with your caffeine, beverage and food requirements – some are even open extra early for you!
But it’s important to remember that ANZAC Day is about remembering the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who served and died in any wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. If you can’t make it to a dawn service, you can donate to the ANZAC appeal here. Also, read more about the day here.
A guide to all the services and marches on ANZAC Day across the Geelong region
Please note, this list is not exhaustive. It comprises businesses that have announced their opening hours for the day, have bookings open, or who we have spoken with directly. There are plenty more businesses that are most likely opening their doors, so if there’s somewhere you’re craving be sure to check their website or socials directly.
Whether you’re keen to hit the walking track or just stock up on some sweets, Sweet Adeline Cafe is the pop-up you need to swing by.
They’ll be open from 8am-2pm with a minute of silence at 11am.
Where: 1/560 Latrobe Blvd, Newtown
This gem is all about delivering the sweet, sweet overseas culinary classics, headlined by a range of authentic tasty bite-sized Greek doughnuts (aka loukoumades aka pieces of heaven). For Anzac Day, they’ll be open from 12pm.
Where: 4/1-3 Belle Vue Ave, Highton
They love their bread, they love their butter, but most of all they love the toaster. Geelong’s very own toasty masters will be sliding toasties into pockets and coffees into hands on Anzac day from 9am – 1pm across both of their locations.
Where: 85 Ryrie Street, Geelong
Where: 32-34 Raptor Place, South Geelong
Serving delicious, wholesome locally sourced food and high quality St. Ali espresso coffee the cafe is buzzing on the daily with all the best vibes. For Anzac Day, they’ll be open their standard hours of 7am – 3pm.
Where: 15 Lelean St, Ocean Grove
Renowned for its great quality coffee, simple but quality-driven food, and an ethos of friendly, light-hearted service driven by a want to please, this little gem is also open. Open 6:30am -12:30pm for Anzac Day in their new window.
Where: 2/85 The Terrace, Ocean Grove
When talking about the great service at a cafe people often mention how great it is when the staff knows them by name. But how often do you find a place where the staff knows the names of the canine regulars as well? Offering Clark St Coffee (a brand renowned for its sustainable ethos and emphasis on environmentally-friendly packaging), Paddington Café is the go-to for when you need a buzz that both does the job and is rich in delicious flavours.
Paddington will be open for takeaway only on Anzac Day from 8am-10.30am.
Where: 134B High St, Belmont
Located at the river end of Pako, Winters has become a mainstay in the Geelong brekky scene. Their menu comes equipped with a local, seasonal focus meaning you’re always going to get the best locally sourced ingredients Geelong has to offer.
They’ll be open on Anzac Day from 9am.
Where: 330 Pakington St, Newtown.
Pakington Street is on to another winner in the mint green façade that is 63 Degrees. With an ever-changing seasonal menu 63 Degrees rotates a huge range of brunch options sure to keep brunch aficionados on their toes.
The team at 63 will be slinging coffees from 7am.
Where: 140 Pakington Street, Geelong West
In the heart of Torquay is the new home to Mortadeli, a modern twist on a retro deli with a whole lot of soul, looking to keep traditions alive, in a modern and simple way.
They’ll be open 9am-3pm with the grocer section open 10am-3pm.
Where: Shop 8/4-6 Gilbert Street, Torquay
If you’re looking to teleport yourself to the streets of Paris on this public holiday, there’s no better place to start than at That Place Patisserie in Belmont. For Anzac Day, they’ll be bringing back their renowned Anzac Biscuit Croissant.
They’ll be open Anzac Day from 8am-1.30pm.
Where: 110b Mt Pleasant Rd, Belmont
Bless those that know the public holidays should not be devoid of caffeine. If you’re looking for a brew, these guys are your saving grace and will be slinging takeaways coffees and sweets. We’ll be asking for a double shot…
Open from 6am onwards at Newtown, Torquay and Mt Duneed.
Where: 1/343 Pakington Street, Newtown; 101 Unity Drive, Mount Duneed; and 6 Gilbert Street, Torquay.
Providing flavoursome and fresh dishes and exceptional Constant Coffee, supporting local suppliers, and featuring many sweet, savoury, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, it’ll be hard not to find multiple things that tickle your fancy.
They’ll be opening the doors on Anzac Day from 6am-11pm for coffee and cabinet food only.
Where: 4/343 Pakington Street, Newtown.
KOTC never fails to hit the cravings when it comes to caffeine and all things delicious, especially with their Kings Breakfast, brioche French Toast, banoffee waffles and avocado toast.
KOTC will be open 7:30pm to 2pm.
Where: 24 Pakington Street, Geelong
Local Geelong is a well-loved cafe slinging coffee, cake, brunch and pastries all day. With treats seven days a week and some of the smoothest coffee around town, we’re stoked that the team are open on most, if not all, public holidays. Slinging takeaway goods for all, you’ll be able to load up with a range of pastries, buns, bread and snacks.
Open from 7:30am-12pm on Anzac Day.
Where: 175 McKillop St, Geelong
Soft Cafe is staple for the Herne Hill, Hamlyn Heights and Manifold Heights folk, slinging a menu of coffee, delicious breakfast and luscious lunch offerings. Doubling as both an on-site cafe and a catering company the food at Soft is scrumptious.
They are open ANZAC Day from 7am – 2pm.
Where: 29 Minerva Road, Herne Hill, Geelong
They might be known for their famous bagels (seriously, so good), but the overarching reason we race down there on the daily is for their piping hot cups of coffee, made with their own specialty blend ‘Smooth Blend’, courtesy of Three Little Beans roastery, located right here in Geelong.
Geelong venue will be open from 6am to 1pm for takeaway and courtyard, while Armstrong Creek will be closed.
Where: 197 Yarra Street, Geelong.
If you ever find yourself asking what’s better than a morning sleep in, the answer is a day spent with an excellent coffee in one hand and a spoonful of something delicious in the other – and both can be done at Warralily Cockatoo on the public holiday.
They’ll be open regular hours and they’ll have special Anzac cookies too.
Where: Warralily Village Shop 19, 3/33 Central Bvd, Armstrong Creek
Whether it’s a flat white, cappuccino, long black, a latte on ice or even a mocha choc you’re after, Wild Goat’s friendly but speedy baristas have you sorted, churning out high quality coffees at an impressive rate. Drive on through and grab a coffee to go. Open 7:30am-1pm on Anzac Day.
Where: 42 Fellmongers Rd, Breakwater
Box Office might just be the most exciting shipping container in Geelong, serving up a whole host of café classics and international-themed dishes.
Serving coffee from Axil Coffee Roasters, these guys are open for all your coffee and food needs from 6:30am.
Where: 77 Preston St, Geelong West
A café located right on the beach, this one is perfect for you and your pup’s morning coffee. There’s nothing like soaking up the view over Fisherman’s beach with a selection of breakfasts, toasties, beverages and cakes. You’ll find a tonne of water bowls scattered around the place as well as puppaccinos and plenty of space to stretch their little legs. Salty dogs are always welcome.
For Anzac Day, this cafe will be open from 6am for coffee with brunch served all day.
Where: 50 The Esplanade, Torquay
These coffee drive-throughs are spotted all over Geelong and they’ve good for much more than just speedy coffees. If you’ve got a furry pal with you, you’ll get some smacko treats with your drink. Perfect for when you’re on the run!
All Stores (except Mercer St and Moorabool St) on ANZAC Day will be open their normal open time until 4pm, while Mercer St and Moorabool St will open 5:30am – Closing 1pm.
Where: various locations around town
Operating out of a beautifully renovated shipping container, Mercy serves up some damn fine cups of Mikro Coffee Roasters coffee with a food menu that features a bevvy of sandwiches and baguettes all made on-site.
Mercy will be open on the public holiday from 6:45-1 for takeaway only.
Where: 401 Eastern Park Circuit, Geelong
Your favourite Geelong local cafe serving up coffee, food & liquor. Locally roasted coffee, a fresh, delicious and considered menu. Iberia will be open on Anzac Day from 8am-1pm.
Where: 137 Shannon Ave, Manifold Heights.
The go-to for fresh artisanal baked goods, ferments, pickles, preserves and of course coffee, this haven on Shannon Ave always has a line out of the door and a backed garden area. They will be open Anzac day for normal operating hours of 7.30am – 3pm.
Where: 152 Shannon Ave, Geelong.
Having just opened its doors this month in the new Geelong location of the Federal Mills, Burleigh Heads phenomenon, Paddock Bakery is to die for. With cakes, pasties including their Crème Brulé donut, milkshakes and coffee, this space will fix your sugar needs. It’s open Anzac Day.
Where: Federal Mills West 4, 13-35 Mackay Street, North Geelong
Renowned for their Gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo and vegan/vegetarian whole foods. Open 8-2 at Newtown and 8-2 East Geelong on Anzac Day.
Where: 2 Lambert Ave, Newtown & 261 Myers St, East Geelong.
Canadian Inspired Bakery in the heart of Torquay. Serving coffee supplied by Surf Coast Coffee Roasters with modern or traditional treats. Open from 8am to 2pm on Anzac Day.
Where: 40/10 Cylinders Drive, Torquay
Van Loons Café serves delicious house-made meals and cakes and they’ll be open from 9am.
Where: 405 Grubb Rd, Wallington
Tucked away on the busy Belmont High Street strip, get your caffeine hit from 8am until 2pm on Anzac Day.
Where: 170A High St, Belmont
There’s no denying this venue’s pull. Chocolate and ice cream, is there anything else you need in life? Well yes, they do coffee too. Open from 9am-5pm for Anzac Day.
Where:1200, Great Ocean Road, Bellbrae.
Pavilion Geelong is a modern cafe along the shore of Eastern Beach, serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and takeaway sweet and savoury treats. Open from 6:30am-4pm every day over the Easter long weekend if you’re after a scenic caffeine hit.
Where: 95 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong
Pushing the boundaries of what we understand the cafe experience to be, TonTon is one of the newest venues to join the Geelong hospitality scene, gifting locals and tourists alike another bright new dining spot. They’re open on Anzac Day from 8am-2pm.
Where: 9/65 Barrabool Rd, Highton Village
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Emanating a rich and welcoming ambience suited to smart casual dining, Frankie is elevated further by the exceptional menu on offer. Spanning all parts of Asia, the result is a stunning feast that will transport your tastebuds to cloud nine, welcoming the summer season in the very best way. Frankie will be open from 12pm – 10pm on Anzac Day.
Where: 26 Malop Street, Geelong
Stamped with innovation and packed full of personality, Baah Lah! places seasonal and locally sourced produce at centre stage, delivering a polished, evolving menu that reflects the best of the region and surroundings. They are open from 5:30pm to late on Anzac Day.
Where: 1/100 Pakington Street, Geelong West
For an intimate occasion, Emerge Dining is a favourite within the region specialising in premium steak. They’re open Anzac Day for lunch and dinner.
Where: 112 Ryrie Street, Geelong
Translating to ‘the hideaway’ in French, La Cachette is a modern, intimate and quiet 25-seat bistro, tucked away in Steampacket Place on the lush Geelong Waterfront. They’ll be open for Anzac Day.
Where: Steampacket Place, Geelong Waterfront
Once the old Fire Station, BeachHouse Barwon Heads showcases some of the Bellarine Peninsula’s finest produce, wine, cider and beer.
The BeachHouse will be open for Anzac Day.
Where: 48 Hitchcock Ave, Barwon Heads
Nectar Bar and Kitchen is an atmospheric dining location in the heart of Geelong, building menus of our delicacies and fancy cocktails. They will be open standard hours for ANZAC day.
Where: 239 Moorabool Street, Geelong
Experience Japanese-inspired brunch, casual lunches and bowls of tenderly-cooked ramen on Geelong’s stunning waterfront. With a winter dinner buffet just launching this week, they’ll be open for Anzac Day to try it out.
Where: 6/8 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong
Caledonia Shores is a relatively new spot that captures the waterfront’s unique energy and inimitable soul, giving diners a cosily lit front-row seat to the breathtaking views of Geelong’s Eastern Beach.
It’s open on Anzac Day.
Where: 95 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong
Swing by with your friends and take a journey through our collection of Asian inspired sharing dishes ranging from yummy dumplings in zesty broths, to spicy steamed buns and hearty green chilli curries – cleverly created by some of the best kitchen ninjas in town. They’ll be open from 12pm on Anzac Day.
Where: Cunningham Pier, 10 Western Beach, Geelong
A trip here is a chance to enjoy some excellent wine in an iconic and beautiful area. For Anzac Day, the restaurant and the cellar door will both be open from 12pm, with a special Anzac Day lunch menu.
Where: 190 Scotchmans Rd, Drysdale
With a gorgeous north-facing bar, New York loft styling and a trendy outside deck area; not only does Edge give patrons a world-class view of the beautiful Corio Bay, but from the moment you arrive, you feel like you’ve entered a relaxed paradise.
Open on Anzac Day.
Where: 6/8 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong
The Torquay Hotel is an iconic pub situated in the heart of the Surf Coast and as always, they’ll be open for all your dining and boozing needs.
Open for from 12pm – late Anzac Day.
Where: 36 Bell Street, Torquay
The Barwon Heads Hotel is a stunning spot overlooking the ocean, perfect for a classic pub meal. They will be open from 12pm – late on Anzac Day.
Where: 1 Bridge Road, Barwon Heads
Like both Torquay Hotel and Barwon Heads, The Grovedale will be slinging beers and pub meals from 12pm – late with the AFL game ready for eager tippers.
Where: 258 Torquay Road, Grovedale
With 50 plus flat screens, an epic menu and a number of drink specials, The Sporto is always a safe option when you’re craving beer, pub classics and bar snacks to go with your Easter long weekend footy viewing. They’ll be open on Anzac Day and they’ll be slinging 2 for 1 pints of Carlton Draught for two hours during the Collingwood v Essendon Anzac Day match which you bet will be screened on the big screens around the venue.
Where: 175-177 Ryrie Street, Geelong
This multi-level gem offers dinner, drinks and a view. Located on Geelong’s waterfront, Sailors Rest shakes it up from an all day brunch spot to a certified good time as the sun goes down thanks to their incredible rooftop bar. For Anzac Day, they’ll be open from 11am.
Where: 3 Moorabool Street, Geelong
Malt Shovel Tap House is a home for craft beer lovers. Split into multiple dining areas, including an art deco front room, a beer garden, a more intimate booth setting and a beer hall reminiscent area, Malt Shovel Tap House caters for everyone with their well rounded offering. Open as normal on Anzac Day.
Where: Corner Malop St & Bellerine Street, Geelong
Situated on the corner of Latrobe Terrace and West Fyans Street in Newtown, just a stone’s throw away from Kardinia Park, St Lords (previously Lord of the Isles Tavern) has been a favourite amongst locals for the past 40 years.
Open on Anzac Day from 12pm for lunch and dinner.
Where: 3 West Fyans Street, Newtown
Since its killer makeover a couple of years ago, The Deck on Gheringhap Street has quickly become a favourite amongst locals looking for a cold beer, quality meal and decent tunes to see them through the week. Open for Anzac Day during the Anzac Day AFL game.
Where: 2-4 Gheringhap Street, Geelong
This absolute gem is a must-visit hotel complete with a bar with a kids’ playroom and a deck, ideal for pub meals and weekly specials like all-day steaks.
They’re open from 12pm on Anzac Day.
Where: 67 Hyland St, Fyansford
In the heart of Bannockburn the Bannockburn Railway Hotel keeps things chugging along with their classic pub meals, specials and of course their live entertainment. They are open from 12pm – 10pm.
Where: 2 High Street, Bannockburn
AWMA has become one of the most important events on the annual music industry calendar, recognising the vast contributions of women across the sector and shining a light on female First Nations and culturally diverse artists, artists with disability, technicians and music practitioners.
Leaders, industry matriarchs, songwriters, producers, engineers, filmmakers, photographers, music journalists and others will be recognised at this year’s Awards Ceremony and Concert in Meanjin/Brisbane on Wednesday 2 October 2024. Nominations* for 19 award categories are now open, with a strict cut-off date of 28 May 2024.
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
The full 2024 AWMA Ceremony, Concert and Conference Program will be announced in the coming months. Founding Executive Producer and Program Director Vicki Gordon said: “The inaugural AWMA in 2018 was a watershed moment for the Australian music industry. In a long overdue and much-needed expression of solidarity and leadership, AWMA set the foundation for change, igniting collaboration and support nationally for diverse female creatives, non-binary and LGBTQI+ and GNC artists, First Nations and Multicultural female artists, students, techs, female artists living in remote and regional areas, and music practitioners across all genres of music.
“In addition to the Awards Ceremony and Concert, our annual Conference and First Nations Women’s Music Showcase amplify positive role models, helping to break down cultural barriers and negative stereotypes which have prevented women from succeeding for decades.”
The impact of AWMA is reflected in the 1,544 nominations, 190 finalists and 73 award recipients recognised since 2018 for their extraordinary contributions to music industry.
AWMA welcomes nominations from non-binary, LGBTQI+, GNC and anyone who identifies as a woman. Find out more here.
Twice inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame, 26 ARIA top 40 hits across Daddy Cool, Mondo Rock and his solo works, the man behind the legendary pants off anthem ‘Eagle Rock’; Ross Wilson is a legend in the Australian music industry.
Ross Wilson and his mainstay solo band The Peaceniks are heading on the road to celebrate his lengthy career, 50 years of hits. The Now Listen! We’re Steppin’ Out’ 50 Years of Hits Tour is taking on Victoria with eight shows across the state, and we’re giving away a double pass!
Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
As one of the most awarded artists in Australia, Ross has built the rock genre with Daddy Cool’s debut album Daddy Who? smashing all previous sales records in Australia an astounding 50 years ago. When Mondo Rock formed in 1977 bringing us ‘Cool World’, ‘State of Heart’, ‘Chemistry’, ‘No Time’ and ‘Come Said The Boy’ the cementing was well and truly laid for the artist. As a solo artist, Wilson has continued his trajectory with 2023’s tongue-in-cheek blues EP, She’s Stuck on Facebook All The Time.
You can journey through his acclaimed collection from 3 May, with his career showcase tour.
To be in the running, all you have to do is enter below by filling out your name and email, and nominate the show you would like to attend.
Winner will be drawn Wednesday 1 May 2023.
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