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Midge Ure has released A Man Of Two Worlds, a double album that marks his first album of new material in 12 years and launches a new international tour.

Koe Wetzel has released The Night Champion, his sixth studio album and a reflective look at the turbulent journey that transformed the Texas artist from a regional favourite into a global touring act.

Mike Ness explains why Social Distortion took 15 years between albums and hints that a follow-up to Born To Kill may arrive soon.

Don McLean reveals the story behind American Pie and reflects on the song’s lasting legacy ahead of his Australian anniversary tour.

Hunter Biden’s viral response to a social media troll has reignited discussion about Johnny Cash’s legacy, using the country icon’s story of addiction and redemption to deliver a powerful message.

Don Walker has premiered ‘Breakfast In Paris’, a new song from his forthcoming album Love Songs. The track previews Walker’s first solo album since Lightning In A Clear Blue Sky and arrives ahead of an October Australian tour.

Bryan Adams’ seventh album 18 Til I Die turns 30, celebrating a record that delivered international hits and sold millions worldwide.

John Farnham’s Romeo’s Heart turns 30 this week. The 1996 album reached No. 2, went four-times platinum and reinforced one of the greatest comeback stories in Australian music history.

Barry Manilow says he may never sing again after complications following lung cancer surgery left him uncertain about the future of his voice and live performances.

Electronic music pioneers VNV Nation will return to Australia for three headline shows in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne following the release of Construct and Destruct.

The Angels have released a new commemorative video for Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again featuring every singer to front the band during its 50-year history, alongside a major Australian anniversary tour.

Sparks returned to Melbourne’s Palais Theatre with a career-spanning set that proved great live music still relies on songs, musicianship and audience connection rather than spectacle.

Mia Wray has shared new single ‘Isn’t It Funny’, continuing a breakthrough period following her ARIA nomination and stadium tour with Ed Sheeran.

Rose Carleo’s new album 42 Days combines deeply personal songwriting with stories linked to AC/DC, Elvis Presley and Australian rock traditions.

Alex James tells Noise11 that Britpop represented a cultural moment where guitar bands ruled the world as he prepares for the Australian Britpop Classical tour.

Rat Scabies reflects on punk’s early days, The Damned’s New Rose, the race with Sex Pistols and memories of the 100 Club.

Rat Scabies reveals how The Damned’s Not Like Everybody Else became an emotional tribute to Brian James, including his final performance on The Last Time.

Ron Mael reveals how a surprise meeting with Cate Blanchett led to an ongoing friendship and reflects on Paul McCartney’s memorable Sparks tribute.

Vika and Linda are preparing to release Where Do You Come From on 5 June 2026, a deeply personal album exploring identity, family, motherhood and life experience.

Don McLean says American Boys will be the last album of his career as he prepares for his American Pie 55th anniversary Australian tour.

Jim Manzie explains how he moved from Australian pub rock with Ol’ 55 and The Breakers into a Hollywood career composing horror film soundtracks including From A Whisper To A Scream.

Chip Z’Nuff reflects on MTV success, ‘New Thing’, David Letterman, Howard Stern and Enuff Z’Nuff’s power pop roots ahead of the band’s Australian return.

TSIM have announced their first national Australian tour in more than three decades following comeback performances at the Sydney Opera House and Melbourne’s PICA.

Canadian singer-songwriter Mico will perform his first Australian headline tour in November 2026 with dates announced for Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

Rat Scabies says The Damned earned some of their biggest royalty payments after Guns N’ Roses covered ‘New Rose’ and The Offspring recorded ‘Smash It Up’.

Killswitch Engage have announced their biggest Australian and New Zealand headline tour yet, returning in late 2026 with special guests Sylosis.

Dennis Locorriere, the longtime lead vocalist of Dr. Hook and the voice behind hits including ‘Sylvia’s Mother’ and ‘Sharing The Night Together’, has died aged 76.

Bowling For Soup delivered a riotous punk-pop party at Melbourne’s Forum alongside Frank Turner And The Sleeping Souls and Talk Heavy, mixing humour, nostalgia and singalong anthems into one unforgettable night.

Captain Sensible tells Noise11 The Damned’s upcoming Australian and New Zealand tour will revisit The Black Album while reflecting on nearly 50 years of punk history.

Daniel Lanois returns with Belladonna Nocturne, a 14-track ambient album arriving June 19 featuring Emmylou Harris, Brian Blade and Daryl Johnson.

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Midge Ure Releases First Album Of New Material In 12 Years With A Man Of Two Worlds

Koe Wetzel’s The Night Champion Arrives As Texas Star Reflects On A Decade Of Survival And Success

Don McLean Reflects On The Legacy Of American Pie Ahead Of Australian Anniversary Tour

NOISE11 PREMIERE: Don Walker Premieres New Song ‘Breakfast In Paris’ Ahead Of Love Songs Album Release

Bryan Adams 18 Til I Die Turns 30

John Farnham’s Romeo’s Heart Turns 30 As A Key Chapter In Australia’s Biggest Comeback Story

Barry Manilow Says Future Performances Remain Uncertain After Cancer Battle

VNV Nation Announce First Australian Tour In More Than A Decade

The Angels Celebrate 50 Years Of Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again With New All-Star Video

Sparks Turn Simplicity Into Spectacle At Melbourne’s Palais Theatre

Mia Wray Shares Reflective New Single Isn’t It Funny

Rose Carleo Finds Personal Loss, Rock History And Family Ties In New Album 42 Days

Blur’s Alex James Defines Britpop Ahead Of Australian Britpop Classical Tour

The Damned Recall Punk’s Origins And The Race With Sex Pistols To Release The First Single

The Damned Reflect On Brian James Through Not Like Everybody Else

Sparks Connections Run Deep From Cate Blanchett To Paul McCartney

Vika & Linda Make Their Most Personal Album Yet With ‘Where Do You Come From’

Don McLean Says ‘American Boys’ Will Be His Final Album Ahead Of Australian Tour

Jim Manzie Went From Ol’ 55 To Hollywood Horror Soundtracks

Enuff Z’Nuff Reflect On MTV Fame, ‘New Thing’ And Their Unlikely Power Pop Legacy

TSIM Announce First National Tour In More Than 30 Years

Mico Announces Debut Australian Tour For November 2026

The Damned Say Covers By Guns N’ Roses And The Offspring Paid More Than The Band Ever Earned

Killswitch Engage Announce 2026 Australian And New Zealand Tour

Dennis Locorriere Of Dr. Hook Dies At 76

Bowl My Bones Tour: Bowling for Soup, Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls, and Talk Heavy, 7th May 2026, The Forum

The Damned Return To Australia As Captain Sensible Reflects On Punk, Pop Fame And Survival

Daniel Lanois Announces Next New Music Project Belladonna Nocturne

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