Jack Douglas, the American producer and engineer whose credits ranged from John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Double Fantasy to Aerosmith's breakthrough 1970s catalogue, has died at the age of 80 after complications from lymphoma. Douglas was one of the defining studio figures of classic rock, shaping landmark recordings for Lennon, Aerosmith, Patti Smith, Cheap Trick and the New York Dolls.

The Diana Torossian Emerging Songwriter Award has opened entries for 2026, offering Australian songwriters mentorship opportunities with leading industry figures alongside a $3,000 cash prize.

UNIFIED Music Group has officially expanded into New Zealand, appointing veteran artist manager Matt Harvey to lead the company's long-term commitment to developing Aotearoa artists for global markets while strengthening trans-Tasman music infrastructure.

Melbourne's Reclink Community Cup returns on 14 June, bringing Triple R & PBS Megahertz and The Rockdogs together alongside Stella Donnelly, C.O.F.F.I.N and more for a major community fundraiser.

West Australian Music Unveils The 2026 Song Of The Year Nominees With Artist Including Misticia, Phil Walleystack, Unicorn, Streetlights And More Reflecting A Broad Cross Section Of WA Songwriting Talent

Weird Fishes has added rising Australian artist Rageflower to its management roster, marking the first signing since the company launched in August 2025, as Madeleine Powers builds momentum off standout singles Desk Job and Control and a rapidly expanding international live profile.

Peter Garrett joined The Presets to deliver a powerful live rendition of Midnight Oil's Power And The Passion at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, recognising the legacy of Rob Hirst and his impact on Australian music.

This year's standalone event should have got the ARIA Hall of Fame back on track. It hasn't.

APRA marks a century of music rights in Australia with Paul Kelly delivering a standout performance of Flash And The Pan's Walking In The Rain at the 2026 APRA Awards in Sydney

INXS have been honoured with the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services to Australian Music at the 2026 APRA Awards in Sydney, with Jenny Morris delivering a deeply personal tribute reflecting on the band's global impact and enduring legacy.

The City Of Port Phillip has dedicated Jonesy Lane to Spencer P. Jones, marking his enduring influence on Australian rock with a ceremony at St Kilda Cellars.

Amyl And The Sniffers headline a landmark night at the 2026 APRA Music Awards, with Sia, Guy Sebastian and Sarah Aarons also recognised during APRA's 100-year celebration in Sydney

Founding Director Of Neon Tiger Mgmt, Kristie McCarthy, Has Been Awarded The 2026 Lighthouse Award At The Association Of Artist Managers Awards In Sydney, Recognising Her Work Across Australian Music Management And Her Contribution To Artist

Yours And Owls Festival will return to Wollongong in 2026, with organisers reshaping the event across Flagstaff Hill and the city centre for a new two-part experience.

Melbourne Park and AXS have confirmed a major ticketing shift, with AXS stepping in to handle events across the precinct as Melbourne Park modernises its fan experience infrastructure.

Linda Perry will bring her Let It Die Here documentary to cinemas in New York, Los Angeles and beyond, with select screenings featuring live performances and Q&A sessions

The ruling against Live Nation and its Ticketmaster subsidiary follows a lengthy federal trial and could reshape the global concert business that Live Nation dominates.

APRA AMCOS has opened applications for its 23% Music Creator Mentorship Program, offering 14 places for women and gender diverse songwriter and producer members across Australia and New Zealand.

The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame has confirmed its 2026 induction class, with Iron Maiden, Oasis, Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, Luther Vandross and Wu-Tang Clan among the eight Performer category inductees. The ceremony will take place on 14 November at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, with the broadcast set for ABC and Disney+ in December.

INXS will be honoured with the Ted Albert Award for Outstanding Services To Australian Music at the 2026 APRA Music Awards in Sydney on 29 April, recognising a career that reshaped Australia's global musical identity. The award places INXS among the most significant recipients in APRA history, acknowledging nearly five decades of international impact and cultural influence. A special tribute performance is also planned for the ceremony, marking the occasion as part of APRA's centenary celebrations.

Peter Asher's life and legacy chronicled in new feature documentary, Everywhere Man

Method Man explains why he missed Australian shows, citing promoter miscommunication and prior commitments

APRA AMCOS CEO Dean Ormston has been appointed to help shape Australia's next National Cultural Policy, bringing the voice of songwriters, composers and music creators into the federal government's cultural planning process.

UK comedian and musician Bill Bailey will return to Australian stages this September and October with his new show Vaudevillean, reviving the spirit of classic variety entertainment for modern audiences.

The Rolling Stones are preparing for the release of their twenty-fifth and final studio album, expected to be titled Foreign Tongues, following a cryptic teaser campaign across London.

Donald Trump has lashed out at Bruce Springsteen following the rock legend's scathing opening night speech in Minneapolis, calling for a boycott of the E Street Band.

Alt-Country And Americana Festival Out On The Weekend Will Pause In 2026 As Promoter Love Police Cites Rising Industry Pressures After More Than A Decade In Melbourne

With The Wailers, The Living End and Taj Farrant leading a decentralised program, Byron Bay pivots to a venue-wide live music takeover following the cancellation of Bluesfest 2026

Amyl And The Sniffers, Paul Kelly, Tame Impala And Ninajirachi Lead The Song Of The Year Field As APRA Marks 100 Years Of Championing Australian Songwriters

Ticketek has offered refunds to fans after multiple members of Wu-Tang Clan failed to appear at Australian shows billed as a full-lineup farewell run