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RONA. takes the party outdoors with 'Everywhen' debut
Kaytetye producer and DJ RONA. is bringing her connection to Country and a life...
Joseph Guenzler 22 Oct 2026
RONA. brings all Blak line-up to Footscray for 'Everywhen' debut
Kaytetye producer and DJ RONA. will launch her new day party series 'Everywhen'...
Joseph Guenzler 19 Oct 2026
Cree rock band Low Budget Rock Star shares new single 'Cotton Candy'
Indigenous rock band Low Budget Rock Star has released its new single 'Cotton Ca...
Joseph Guenzler 15 Oct 2026
Biripi performer joins national tour of Monty Python’s SPAMALOT
Biripi performer Ethan Jones is bringing his experience across Australian musica...
Joseph Guenzler 14 Oct 2026
Expressions of Interest open for AWMA Queensland & NSW Regional & Remote Women's Music Program
Expressions of Interest for the Australian Women in Music New South Wales and Qu...
Phoebe Blogg 13 Oct 2026
In Ecuador, Indigenous youth turn to rap music to defend the Amazon

Willan Gualinga first stepped onto a stage in his home community of Sarayaku, in the Ecuadorian Amazon, in the province of Pastaza. He recalls his hands sweating, his body trembling, and his mouth fre...

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Isabel Alarcón Oct 13, 2026
Moorambilla Voices celebrates 21 years at the Sydney Opera House

The Sydney Opera House Concert Hall filled with the sound of regional NSW on Saturday as more than 400 young performers - from primary to high school age - took to the stage to celebrate Moorambilla V...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Oct 8, 2026
'Nobody is going to stop me' - the rise and rise of Miss Kaninna

The rise of music sensation Miss Kaninna has, in barely three years, already taken her from lutruwita/Tasmania to sold-out shows and festival stages across Australia, Europe and the UK.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Oct 5, 2026
Wiradjuri artist Bluetongue launches debut album

Wiradjuri producer and emcee, Bluetongue, celebrated the launch of his debut album The Phantom Falls at Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE) in Parramatta last month.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Oct 1, 2026
Yung Milla reflects on making history on The Voice AU

Yung Milla has reflected on the journey which made him the first Indigenous artist and first rapper to win The Voice Australia, marking the victory as something he wanted to bring home for his mob.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Oct 1, 2026
'Doing it for my people': Yung Milla wins The Voice Australia

Marranunggu rapper Yung Milla has won The Voice Australia 2026 after taking out the public vote in Sunday night's Grand Finale. The Northern Territory artist was crowned the winner of the show's 15th...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Sep 28, 2026
Newcastle's New Annual Festival to spotlight First Nations talent

Taking place from September 25 to October 4, Newcastle's New Annual Festival creates space for artists whose work bridges 60,000 years of Country, community and cultural memory with today.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 23, 2026
DEM MOB return to Country for new single 'Frequency'

Hip hop crew DEM MOB have returned to Country in the APY Lands for their new single 'Frequency', recorded off-grid at Wali Kutju before the group travelled to Sydney to create its official music video...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Sep 23, 2026
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Music, Dance & Performance Arts

Music Australia celebrates the rich diversity of musical expression, from traditional cultural songs and folk music to contemporary rock, hip-hop, electronic music, and world music fusion created...
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Music Australia celebrates the rich diversity of musical expression, from traditional cultural songs and folk music to contemporary rock, hip-hop, electronic music, and world music fusion created by artists from diverse backgrounds. Australian music spans genres and generations, with musicians drawing inspiration from the land and cultural practices that define different communities. We cover music festivals, album releases, award ceremonies, and the intersection of traditional musical knowledge with modern production techniques that shape Australia's unique sound, often featuring entertainment that reflects the multicultural nature of contemporary Australia.

Cultural Performance & Storytelling

Dance and performance art receive extensive coverage, featuring both traditional cultural performances and contemporary companies that blend historical movement with modern choreography. Theatre productions, film festivals, and multimedia performances are highlighted, demonstrating the breadth of creative expression across all performance mediums in Australia's thriving arts scene. From age-old ceremonies to cutting-edge productions that have gained recognition in Hollywood, Australian stories come to life through powerful storytelling traditions that inform and entertain audiences. Women and men from diverse backgrounds participate in these arts, creating works that celebrate both individual creativity and collective heritage.

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