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SELVE continue Abbey Road era with 'Breaking Outta Heaven'
Yugambeh/Kombumerri-based (Gold Coast) alternative six-piece SELVE has released...
Joseph Guenzler 19 Jun 2026
Indigenous artists set to take over BIGSOUND 2026
Indigenous artists are set to star among the first 100 showcase acts for BIGSOUN...
Joseph Guenzler 18 Jun 2026
Miss Kaninna announces debut mixtape and national tour
Miss Kaninna has announced a seven-date headline tour in support of her debut mi...
Joseph Guenzler 17 Jun 2026
3% and The Terrys team up on new single 'All Gucci'
First Nations collective 3% and indie-rock band The Terrys have released their n...
Joseph Guenzler 17 Jun 2026
South Summit release new album 'RUN IT BACK'
Boorloo based reggae outfit South Summit have released their sophomore album 'RU...
Joseph Guenzler 15 Jun 2026
The Rechabite and Tanesha Bennell to host NAIDOC Week fundraiser ball

The Rechabite, in collaboration with Tanesha Bennell (Rainbow Futures, Boorloo Justice), proudly presents Ngalak Nidja Bilya (We Are The River) 2026.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jun 12, 2026
'Proud': hall of fame status for Indigenous musician

WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised the following article contains the name of an Indigenous person who has died.

'Daylight Robbery': First Nations artist Becca Hatch releases new single

Becca Hatch has continued to rise with the release of her striking new single Daylight Robbery, a cinematic and emotionally charged track capturing the chaos, intensity and vulnerability of a connecti...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jun 11, 2026
Trials to mentor next generation of Indigenous artists

Ngarrindjeri Hip hop icon trials has joined Adelaide University's Centre for Aboriginal Studies in Music to mentor emerging Aboriginal artists and share the skills behind a career which has helped sha...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 5, 2026
Stephen Pigram honoured for lifetime contribution to First Nations music

The Pigram Brothers have helped shape the sound of modern Broome. Their music has captured the saltwater, humour and tough spirit of the town in a way which reached far beyond the Kimberley.

Natasha Clark Natasha Clark Jun 2, 2026
New research shows Noongar culture and arts boosts wellbeing literacy in early childhood education

Key points:- Noongar language, dance and arts has strengthened young children's ability to talk about their wellbeing- The joint ECU - University of Melbourne research examined the work of The Song Ro...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre May 27, 2026
Garrmalang Festival announces program highlights and new creative leadership

Presented by AANT Centre, Garrmalang Festival will return in 2026 promising a vibrant celebration of First Nations storytelling, culture and connection.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg May 27, 2026
‘Music powerhouse’ Casey Donovan to headline ACT Reconciliation Day celebrations

ARIA Award-winning artist Casey Donovan is set to headline the Australian Capital Territory's Reconciliation Day celebration on Monday 1 June.

Callan Morse Callan Morse May 22, 2026
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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...
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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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