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Australia is set to relive one of the most colourful decades in pop culture when Paulini and Tim Campbell unite for the first time on stage for Electrifying 80s, a national tour spanning 26 shows from March to June 2026.

Prince was never one to play by the rules. After conquering the world with Purple Rain, he stunned fans, critics and even his own record company by immediately pivoting into a bold psychedelic detour, Around The World In A Day. Now, four decades later, the landmark 1985 album is being celebrated with newly remastered editions, deluxe box sets and—for the first time—an immersive Dolby Atmos mix.

September 11 stands as a significant date in music history, marked by iconic releases, memorable performances, and notable birthdays. From Prince's groundbreaking album to the Rolling Stones' chart-topping hit, and the birth of influential artists like Harry Connick Jr. and Moby, this day has witnessed events that shaped the music landscape. Additionally, Australia has its own rich tapestry of musical moments associated with this date, including a birthday for the late Renée Geyer.

After more than a decade of sold-out seasons in London, Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet is about to receive its first Australian staging in a bold, live-orchestrated performance at Melbourne’s Astor Theatre from September 23 to 28.

‘Prince: A Sign o’ the Times’ is a new tell-all book about Prince coming in September.

In 1984 Chaka Khan had a hit with the Prince song ‘I Feel For You’. What you might not know is that in 1998 Chaka Khan recorded a complete album with Prince but it was never released … until now.

When I saw Eric Gales in 2023 in Melbourne he said he is “not the new Hendrix”. He might not think so but watch him live and you’ll probably disagree with his own assessment of himself.