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AEG Presents has announced it will take over operations of the venue currently known as Emo's Austin from 1 January 2027, adding a second Austin venue to its growing Texas portfolio and signalling a major investment in the city's live music infrastructure.

Dermot Kennedy confirms a major return to Australia and New Zealand, with the Irish singer-songwriter bringing his latest album The Weight Of The Woods to arenas and outdoor venues this November

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.

Charlie Puth has confirmed Australia and New Zealand arena shows as part of the expanded Whatever's Clever! 2026 World Tour, bringing the global pop star back to major cities with his most ambitious live production to date.

Avenged Sevenfold will return to Australia and New Zealand in October 2026 for their first shows in 12 years, joined by Coheed And Cambria and Thornhill across arena dates in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Auckland.

The Black Crowes have confirmed a string of Australian shows after Bluesfest Touring's collapse, with Live Nation stepping in to present the dates and a new Sydney show added to the itinerary

Counting Crows expand their 2026 Australian run with a new Brisbane date, reinforcing that their Live Nation tour remains unaffected by the Bluesfest cancellation