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Bruce Dickinson Is Enjoying “The Silliness” Away From Iron Maiden

by Music-News.com

Bruce Dickinson has enjoyed “playing like children” away from the strictness of Iron Maiden.

Tagged as: 80s, Bruce Dickinson, Iron Maiden, metal, Rain on the Graves, rock, The Mandrake Project, UK

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V. Spy V. Spy ‘Live At The Prince of Wales 1984’ Lands At Songland Canberra

by Paul Cashmere

Brian ‘Frog’ Harris of Songland Records in Canberra has received stock of what will be the extremely rare V. Spy V. Spy’ live album ‘Live At The Prince of Wales 1984’.

Tagged as: 80s, alternative, Australia, rock, Spy Vs Spy, V Spy V Spy

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NeilYoung at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl by Ros O'Gorman

Neil Young and Crazy Horse To Tour For First Time In A Decade

by Paul Cashmere

Neil Young and Crazy Horse will regroup for their first major tour in a decade despite having released three albums together in that time.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Canada, Crazy Horse, Love Earth, Neil Young, rock, USA

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Jimmy Barnes performs at the Red Hot Summer Tour Mornington Racecourse on Saturday 23 January 2016.

Jimmy Barnes Announces Flesh and Wood 30th Anniversary Hell of a Time Tour After Red Hot Summer Dates

by Paul Cashmere

Jimmy Barnes has revealed that his next tour will be the ‘Hell of a Time’ tour to mark the ‘Flesh and Wood’ album 30th anniversary. The tour will commence in Perth in June.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Cold Chisel, Flesh and Wood, Hell of a Time, Jimmy Barnes, live music, Red Hot Summer, rock

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Bruce Springsteen Makes A Cameo On Curb Your Enthusiasm

by Paul Cashmere

‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Season 12 Episode 2 had a special guest. Bruce Springsteen makes a cameo.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, Bruce Springsteen, Curb Your Enthusiasm, pop, rock, USA

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AC/DC, It’s On – Europe 2024 Announced

by Paul Cashmere

AC/DC will head back on the road for the start of the Power Up World tour in 2024 with the first dates for Europe.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, AC/DC, Australia, Chris Chaney, Cliff Williams, metal, Power Up, rock

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Melbourne Songwriter, Producer, Director Frank Howson Has Died Aged 72

by Paul Cashmere

Australian director, songwriter and producer Frank Howson has passed away at age 72.

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Frank Howson, John Paul Young, Little River Band, producer, Pseudo Echo, songwriter

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Simple Minds at Red Hot Summer Mornington 2024 photo by Winston Robinson

Simple Minds Are Alive and Kicking for Red Hot Summer 2024 Series Two

by Paul Cashmere

You can’t refer to Simple Minds as a “heritage act” or “veteran performers” because this band packs more power into a show than many artists half their age. This was one impressive Red Hot Summer performance.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, Australia, music festival, Red Hot Summer, rock, Simple Minds, UK

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Jon Stevens at Noiseworks at Red Hot Summer 10 February 2024

Noiseworks Deliver Dynamic Red Hot Summer Performance

by Paul Cashmere

Just four weeks ago, Jon Stevens was a late addition to Series One of Red Hot Summer with his solo show highlighting his time fronting both Noiseworks and INXS. For Series Two of Red Hot Summer, Jon was in full-tilt Noiseworks mode and the power was cranked up a few notches.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, Australia, Noiseworks, Red Hot Summer, rock

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Rick Nielsen Cheap Trick, photo by Ros OGorman

Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick Is Playing On The New Mark Knopfler ‘One Deep River’ Album

by Paul Cashmere

Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick will be heard playing on the upcoming Mark Knopfler album ‘One Deep River’.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Cheap Trick, Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, One Deep River, Red Hot Summer, Rick Nielsen, rock, UK, USA

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Neil Finn busking at Coatsville Market NZ

Neil Finn Busks At An Auckland Market

by Paul Cashmere

Neil Finn did a round of busking at an Auckland market last week. Well, sort of. Neil surprised shoppers at Coatsville Market in Auckland last Sunday when he and fellow Split Enz member Eddie Rayner knocked out the three songs ‘Distant Sun’, ‘Don’t Dream Its Over’ and ‘I Got You’.

Tagged as: 80s, Crowded House, Neil Finn, New Zealand, rock, Split Enz

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Jim Kerr of Simple Minds photo by Ros O'Gorman

Simple Minds Play Two Shows In One Night At Sydney Opera House

by Paul Cashmere

Simple Minds have started their Australian tour with two shows back to back at the Sydney Opera House on Thursday (8 February 2023).

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Face To Face, Icehouse, music festival, Red Hot Summer, Simple Minds

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Suzi Quatro Wants Alice Cooper To Sing On Her Next Record

by Paul Cashmere

Suzi Quatro has 15 songs ready to record on her next album and she wants Alice Cooper to sing a duet with her on the record.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Alice Cooper, Australia, Cheap Trick, music festival, Red Hot Summer, rock, Suzi Quatro, The Angels

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Motley Crue The End Live In Los Angeles To Be Released On 4K Ultra HD

by Paul Cashmere

Motley Crue’s December 31, 2015 The End concert from Los Angeles will be released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray in April.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, metal, Motley Crue, rock, The End, USA

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Mojo Nixon Dies At Age 66

by Paul Cashmere

Musician, actor, DJ and cult hero Mojo Nixon has died at the age of 66.

Tagged as: 80s, alternative, comedy, Mojo Nixon, rock, USA

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James Taylor Expands Australian Tour

by Paul Cashmere

James Taylor has added new shows for Sydney, Melbourne and Perth on his upcoming ‘An Evening With James Taylor’ Australian tour.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, country, folk, James Taylor, rock pop, USA

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Steve Kilbey of The Church - photo by Ros O'Gorman

The Church Premiere New Song ‘A Strange Past’

by Paul Cashmere

The Church have made a video for the track ‘A Strange Past’ from the upcoming album ‘Eros Zeta and the Perfumed Guitars’.

Tagged as: 80s, A Strange Past, alternative, Australia, Eros Zeta and the Perfumed Guitars, rock, Steve Kilbey, The Church

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Angus Young AC/DC Etihad Stadium, Rock Or Bust World Tour. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

AC/DC Tease Comeback Tour On Their Socials

by Paul Cashmere

AC/DC hit the socials this week to tease the impending comeback tour announcement.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, AC/DC, Australia, rock

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Red Hot Summer Start Times For Simple Minds/Icehouse Shows Victoria

by Paul Cashmere

Simple Minds and Icehouse will reunite for Red Hot Summer this weekend with two shows, Saturday in Mornington and Sunday in the Yarra Valley.

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Icehouse, music festival, Noiseworks, Red Hot Summer, rock, Simple Minds

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Kevin Borich And Joe Walsh Go Back 40 Years

by Paul Cashmere

Kevin Borich has a 40-year history with Joe Walsh dating back to the 80s when they were Party Boys together.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Australia, Eagles, Joe Walsh, Kevin Borich, rock

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Simple Minds Are Alive and Kicking Again In Australia

by Paul Cashmere

Simple Minds will kick off their Australian dates for Red Hot Summer on Thursday with two shows on Thursday at the Sydney Opera House and then the double header with Icehouse on Saturday and Sunday in Victoria.

Tagged as: 80s, Australia, Icehouse, live music, Red Hot Summer, Simple Minds, UK

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U2 To Release David Guetta Remix of ‘Atomic City’

by Music-News.com

U2 have shared an EDM remix of their song ‘Atomic City’ by world-famous DJ David Guetta.

Tagged as: 80s, 90s, Atomic, Bono, David Guetta, Ireland, rock, U2

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Billy Joel Premieres ‘Turn The Lights Back On’

by Paul Cashmere

‘Turn The Lights Back On’, the first new music from Billy since 2007, has premiered.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, 90s, Billy Joel, rock, Turn The Lights Back On, USA

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Lost In Space’s Will Robinson (Bill Mumy) Turns 70

by Paul Cashmere

Billy Mumy, who played Will Robinson in the hit sci-fi 60s show Lost In Space, is now a 70 year old man.

Tagged as: 80s, Action Skulls, America, Billy Mumy, Lost In Space, television, USA

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Bruce Springsteen’s Mother Adele Springsteen Dies at Age 98

by Paul Cashmere

Adele Springsteen, the mother of Bruce Springsteen, has died at age 98.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, 90s, Adele Springsteen, Bruce Springsteen, rock, USA

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Talking Heads Stop Making Sense Tribute Album Artist List Revealed

by Paul Cashmere

The artists to feature on the forthcoming ‘Everyone’s Getting Involved A Tribute To Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense’ album have been revealed.

Tagged as: 80s, alternative, Paramore, rock, Stop Making Sense, Talking Heads, USA

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James Taylor performs with his All Star Band in Melbourne at Rod Laver Arena on Wednesday 8 February 2017. Ros OGorman

James Taylor Hints At A Last Australian Tour

by Paul Cashmere

James Taylor has fallen short of calling his next Australian tour his last ever Australian tour wording his comment “It be the last time I tour Down Under so I’m hoping you can all make it”.

Tagged as: 60s, 80s, country, James Taylor, rock, USA

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Pet Shop Boys Share New Song ‘Loneliness’

by Paul Cashmere

Pet Shop Boys will release their 15th album ‘Nonetheless’ in April and have shared the first single, the very Giorgio Moroder sounding ‘Loneliness’.

Tagged as: 80s, electronica, Giorgio Moroder, Loneliness, nonetheless, Pet Shop Boys, pop, UK

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The Greatest Night In Pop ‘We Are The World’ Is One of the Best Docos Ever Made

by Paul Cashmere

When you have a spare 90 minutes to kill ‘The Greatest Night In Pop’, a new documentary about the making of ‘We Are The World’ is must see TV.

Tagged as: 80s, Lionel Richie, Michael Jackson, Netflix, pop, The Greatest Night In Pop, USA, USA For Africa, We Are The World

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Remember When Irma Kostroski Was A Pop Star?

by Paul Cashmere

Back in the early 80s, Irma Kostroski was on track to be one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. Back then she was known by her real name, Tracey Ullman.

Tagged as: 80s, comedy, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Irma Kostroski, Larry David, pop, television, Tracey Ullman, UK, USA

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The Cure’s The Head on the Door: 40 Years of Post-Punk Perfection

Released on August 26, 1985, The Head on the Door marked a pivotal moment in The Cure's evolution. Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the album stands as a testament to the band's ability to blend post-punk sensibilities with accessible pop melodies, propelling them into the mainstream while retaining their distinctive edge.

August 30, 2025

The Korgis Join Forces With Australian Guitarist Joe Matera For ‘Coffee In New York’ Album

English pop-rock survivors The Korgis are back in 2025 with a brand-new collaborative album, teaming up with Australian singer, songwriter and guitarist Joe Matera. The project, titled Coffee In New York, will be released on October 24, 2025, via Renaissance Records in the USA on both vinyl and CD.

August 28, 2025

Bon Jovi Call On Friends For Forever (Legendary Edition)

Bon Jovi will return this October with a brand-new collaboration record, Forever (Legendary Edition), set for release on October 24, 2025. The 14-track album finds Jon Bon Jovi and the band reimagining the spirit of their 2024 record Forever with the help of an all-star guest list. The project arrives after Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal cord surgery, a setback that forced him to step away from touring while still creatively hungry to share music.

August 28, 2025

Slayer Announce One-Night-Only Headline Show at Hersheypark Stadium

Slayer will return to the stage this September for a rare headline show on the U.S. east coast, confirming a massive one-night-only concert at Hersheypark Stadium, Pennsylvania, on September 20, 2025.

August 27, 2025

Mike Joyce Turns the Tables in The Drums: A Candid Beat from The Smiths’ Backseat

Manchester’s unsung pulse, drummer Mike Joyce, finally steps out from behind The Smiths’ jangly guitar riffs with his much-anticipated memoir, The Drums, due for release in November 2025.

August 26, 2025

UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell Announce Perth Show For Big Love World Tour

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell have added a Perth date to their Big Love World Tour after strong demand across Australia, bringing one of reggae’s most distinctive voices back to the West Coast. The show will take place at Kings Park & Botanic Garden on Sunday, 18 January 2026.

August 25, 2025

Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds photo by Ros O'Gorman

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Announce Wild God 2026 Tour of Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds will return home to Australia in January 2026 with the official announcement today of their Wild God Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand tour. The run of shows will be the band’s first in the region since 2022 and will bring their acclaimed Wild God album to life for local audiences.

August 25, 2025