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    Sudden illness has held up The ArchAndroid singer in Melbourne.

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    Crank up a spot o' Rainbow Chan, Phuture and The Avalanches this weekend.

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    If it’s ethereal indie folk you’re after, Dustin Tebbutt is your man.

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    Gum Ball to Possibly Take a Break in 2014

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    Official Splendour Sideshows Announced

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    Splendour Patrons Charged Thousands in Potential Ticketing Hack

    As if the process of getting a ticket wasn't stressful enough.

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    Movement Celebrate EP Release with This Crisp Friday Playlist

    The lads from Movement were kind enough to share their EP celebrations, fixing us up with a solid playlist of their go-to tracks right now.

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    Double J Starts Broadcasting at Midday

    The simulcast begins at noon.

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    Laneway Festival Detroit Cancelled

    Stateside fans won't see Laneway due to a lack of artists this year.

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    Sound Summit Announces 2014 Hiatus

    Cue anxious collar pulling and angry pub rants about the end of festivals altogether.

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    Nomu Saketen Sake Sessions

    Friday, May 17, 2024, Saturday, May 18, 2024, Friday, May 24, 2024 and Saturday, May 25, 2024 

    CBCB & ODFUB, Brunswick

    Sample small-batch sakes paired with light snacks in Brunswick every Friday and Saturday night.

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    Free Wings at BEAST City

    Friday, May 24, 2024

    Beast City, Melbourne

    Head to the CBD diner to score up to six free Southern-fried chicken wings this Friday afternoon.

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    Burgundy vs Tasmania Wine Dinner

    Monday, May 20, 2024

    Pure South Dining, Southbank

    Sample five courses of fine Tasmanian produce paired with handpicked drops from both the famed French wine region and the Apple Isle.

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    Sunset Boulevard

    Tuesday, May 21 - Sunday, August 11, 2024

    Princess Theatre, Melbourne

    Starring Sarah Brightman as Norma Desmond, this Tony-winning musical based on the film of the same name is playing Melbourne.

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    Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

    Sunday, November 3 - Sunday, December 15, 2024

    Regent Theatre, Melbourne

    Your prayers have been answered: this smash-hit Broadway musical is finally bringing its screen-to-stage show to Melbourne.

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    $8 Tickets for Eight Days at FoMo Cinemas

    Friday, May 24 - Friday, May 31, 2024

    FoMo Cinemas, Brunswick East

    Hitting the flicks at this new East Brunswick Village cinema just got cheaper, with every ticket to every movie costing just $8 during this eight-day special.

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    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

    Thursday, May 23 - Wednesday, June 19, 2024

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Enlisting Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth on a prequel to 'Fury Road', George Miller has made another 'Mad Max' franchise marvel.

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    IF

    Thursday, May 16 - Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Instead of aliens in 'A Quiet Place' and its sequel, John Krasinski ponders a world where imaginary friends are real in this warmly whimsical family-friendly fantasy.

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    Rocco's On Tour

    Sunday, May 19 and Sunday, May 26, 2024 

    Toorak Cellars, Armadale

    Rocco's will be slinging two of its most popular sandwiches at two southside pop-ups this month.

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    Spanish Film Festival

    Friday, June 14 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

    Say hola to the Melbourne's annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American movies — including a celebration of Salvador Dalí in cinema.

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    The dynamo 17-year-old has postponed due to illness after heavy international touring.

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    Cargo pants and combat boots at the ready. Scrubs need not read on.

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    The powerhouses of pop are joining forces, harmonies and wardrobes for a co-headlining tour.

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    Blues Master CW Stoneking Announces Heavenly Sounds Tour

    Old-timey blues in the grand churches of Sydney and Melbourne.

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    French Label Kitsune Return to Australia With Club Night Tour

    Minimalist French disco and raucous club parties anyone?

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    N.B. This means a lot of Nick Cave, Nirvana and INXS.

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    Nicolas Jaar and Darkside Invite You to Fall Into Their Small Worlds

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    Midlake Announce Australian Tour Dates

    Midlake join the Vivid LIVE lineup (minus their lifelong lead singer and songwriter).

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    Vivid LIVE Adds to 2014 Lineup

    Lauryn Hill, St Vincent and plenty more.

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    Imogen Heap Takes to Kickstarter with Computer-Controlling Mi.Mu Glove

    Right now, they make music. But soon, they could give us the home equivalent of Tony Stark's studio.

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    The future is nearly here, and Game of Thrones' Hodor is a DJ.

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    Neil Young Launches Pono at SXSW 2014

    Reviving the magic that has been squeezed out of digital music

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    Hunx and His Punx to Tour Australia in April

    '80s hardcore, '90s grrrl sounds and occasional near-nudity.

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    Lorde Announces 2014 Australian Tour

    We're about to get the royal treatment.

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    Beyonce Just Got an Emoji Makeover

    The visual album taken to its logical conclusion.

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    Hot Dub Time Machine Sets Off on Nationwide Tour

    Just try not to move your feet, legs, arms, torso and everything else.

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    The Soundtrack to Wes Anderson’s Grand Budapest Hotel Is Now Streaming

    As if Bill Murray's moustache wasn't excitement enough.

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    Get Free Concert Tickets in Return for Online Activism

    Fight the good fight in return for free music.

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    Sally Seltmann Announces Australian Tour Dates

    Charmed by Sally Seltmann's new single? Catch her live.

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    Wanted: The Best Deputy Editor in the Business

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    iTunes Radio Now Available in Australia

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