Brace yourselves! Avenged Sevenfold are officially heading back down under in 2026 for a huge run of shows across Australia and New Zealand. Joining them on this stacked lineup are progressive rock heavyweights Coheed and Cambria and Australia’s own rising force Thornhill — making this one of the most explosive rock tours to hit the region in years. Expect a full-scale production, massive riffs, and a setlist packed with classics alongside newer material. From soaring anthems

There are gigs that feel like concerts, and then there are gigs that feel like time machines. On April 8, 2026, The Black Crowes turned Enmore Theatre into the latter—dragging a sold-out Sydney crowd deep into the sweaty, swaggering heart of rock ’n’ roll. This wasn’t just another tour stop either. The added second Sydney show spoke volumes about demand, with fans eager to witness a band whose blues-soaked, Southern rock sound has endured for decades. And from the moment the

There are gigs you attend, and then there are nights that feel like folklore unfolding in real time. The Pogues at the Sydney Opera House on Easter Monday was firmly the latter—a raucous, emotional, whiskey-soaked celebration that turned one of the world’s most prestigious venues into something closer to a Dublin pub at closing time. From the moment “ Sickbed of Cuchulainn ” kicked things off, the tone was set: chaotic, urgent, and alive. The band didn’t ease into the night

Counting Crows took over Enmore Theatre for a show that balanced nostalgia, reinvention, and raw emotional weight—delivering one of those nights that felt personal from start to finish. From the opening notes of Spaceman in Tulsa, the tone was set—this wasn’t going to be a greatest hits run-through, but a journey. Adam Duritz commanded the stage with a quiet intensity, letting songs breathe, stretch, and evolve. Tracks like *Hard Candy* and *Mr. Jones* sparked huge crowd reac

Rock legends Guns N' Roses have officially announced their long-awaited return to Australia as part of their massive World Tour 2026, bringing one of the most iconic live rock shows back to stadiums across the country this November and December. Joining them on all Australian dates will be Australian hard-rock powerhouse Airbourne, promising fans an electrifying night of high-voltage rock ‘n’ roll. The tour marks Guns N’ Roses’ first Australian run in several years and follow

Aussie rock outfit NECKO return sharper, louder, and more self-assured than ever with NECKO II . If their debut hinted at potential, this second EP feels like a statement of intent — a band locking into their identity and pushing their sound with grit and confidence. Their 2nd EP is a physical and spiritual collection of NECKO I & II. A Bigger, Heavier Sound From the opening track of their smashing chart hit "You Got What I Want" , NECKO II leans into thick, overdriven guita

Why does it always rain at a Travis gig? Cause it did! On a Scottish weathered Sydney Wednesday evening, Darling Harbour Theatre proved the perfect setting for a night steeped in melody and nostalgia as Scottish indie alternative band Travis returned to the stage, joined by beloved Australian singer-songwriter Josh Pyke. The result was a concert that felt both intimate and expansive—equal parts sing-along celebration and reflective outlook. Josh Pyke opened the night with th

The final night of Yungbluds' Sydney residency after a week of nude boat parties and massive fan meet up queues around the block, for this wasn’t just another arena show — it was the explosive kickoff to his IDOLS World Tour, and an electrifying declaration that his connection with Australia runs deeper than hype. After swift ticket sales prompted an upgrade from the Hordern Pavilion to Australia’s biggest indoor venue, the atmosphere was already simmering long before a sing

What a way to kick off 2026! These last couple of days have been nothing but insane. I got to catch a sneak preview of Tom Pallant Photo exhibition "Yungblud's Idols" at 551 King Street in Newtown the day before he opened to the public. The gallery consisted of Dom's personal moments over the last 18 months which has gained him the Grammy nominee rock n roll status. From the making of Yungblud's 4th studio album "Idols" , the raw energy he gives to the crowd in his concerts t

The Barracks at North Head, perched above Sydney’s Manly coastline, offered the perfect canvas for a night steeped in nostalgia,...

Night at the Barracks in its 2nd weekend continues to be one of those gigs where the setting is half the magic. Being up at North Head,...

"Thank god the rain stopped" - Iva Davies Night at the Barracks returns for its 4th consecutive year with a huge line of home grown acts...

Australia's answer to Bob Dylan, Paul Kelly returned to Sydney to perform a string of his 40 year catalogue and new material whilst on...

Written and Photographed by Jordan Newton It's been a month since Oasis' triumphant return to Wembley Stadium since 2009 with 80,000...

Photos by Jordan Newton Aussie music legend Jimmy Barnes brought his ARIA award winning ' Defiant ' album tour to Sydney State Theatre...

Those who braved the 14 degree chill to see Spacey Jane's sold out residency at Hordern Pavilion on Saturday night were braver than I...

Photos by Jordan Newton ZZ TOP: American blues rock giants ZZ Top made their final stop on their Nationwide tour in Sydney last night....

Images and Words by Jordan Newton Not a long time ago, in a galaxy not too far away...... Westfield Pitt Street Mall was a Mecca for Star...

Photographs provided by Jordan Newton One of the biggest film composers of the 21st Century, Hans Zimmer , brought his live theatrical...

Written and Photographed by Jordan Newton The English weather didn't dampen the spirits of Sydney punk rockers flocking to Hordern...