Against The Grain

14/05/2026

American guitar virtuoso and composer Julian Lage is touring Australia for the first time from September 11-18.

Julian Lage is a genre-defying guitarist whose work explores the unique connection between classical music and the American folk tradition.

Acknowledged as one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation, Lage has spent more than a decade searching through the myriad strains of American musical history via impeccable technique, free association, and a spirit of infinite possibility.

The California-born, New York-based musician blossomed into one of the most prolific and restless careers in contemporary music. Lage has collaborated with Gary Burton and John Zorn, undertaken duo projects with Nels Cline, Chris Eldridge, and Fred Hersch, and released a steady stream of recordings across a range of lineups and configurations.

08/05/2026

The first authors for the 2026 Byron Writers Festival have been announced, including Trent Dalton, Geetanjali Shree (IND), Evelyn Araluen, Siang Lu, Steve Toltz, Zoe Terakes, Richard Denniss and Melissa Lucashenko, all marking the beginning of their milestone 30th anniversary.⁠
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Tickets are now on sale - Get yours at www.byronwritersfestival.com.

06/05/2026

Following a sensational sold-out 2022 season described as “pure joy” (Australian Stage), this award-winning NORPA favourite returns for a strictly limited season.

Set against the backdrop of the pub, LOVE FOR ONE NIGHT blends storytelling, movement, cinematic projections and a live band to create an unforgettable experience.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Thu 7 May, 12pm
⏰ Set your alarm and gather your people — last time every show sold out.

LOVE FOR ONE NIGHT
27 Aug – 12 Sep 2026

12/03/2026

VIDEO PREMIERE - The Ukulele Death Squad , self-described as 'Australia's most unhinged, undefinable and utterly irresistible musical collective', return with the folk-soul bop 'Cooee' that continues their genre-hopping bravado.

And our friends at Scenestr have the video premiere right now.....

25/02/2026

Australia's most unhinged, undefinable and utterly irresistible musical collective, Ukulele Death Squad , return with a brand-new single 'Cooee', lifted from their forthcoming EP Essentially My Life Is A Disaster, out 15 May and Australian tour!

09/02/2026

NEW: Mel Buttle: Taking My Sunglasses Off To Hear You Better 2026 Adelaide Fringe

Mel Buttle is a busy bee. From juggling a toddler to sold out shows across the country to appearances on The Project and Taskmaster and keeping her millions of fans online happy, as the creator behind Australia’s favourite online mum character ‘Lyn’ - she needs a lie down. Lucky for you she’s very good at comedy too.

Read More & Tickets: https://onyourmarkus.au/mel-buttle-taking-my-sunglasses-off-to-hear-you-better-2026-adelaide-fringe/

17/11/2025

Impress your dinner guests by adding a touch of luxe to your risotto, with sunny sweet corn and freshly shaved truffle.

16/10/2025

18/08/2025

Markus Hamence speaks with the brilliant music artist Maryam Rahmani on the launch of her debut album Kamand, which launches at Nexus Live on Friday 22 August

31/07/2025

Proud Arrernte hip-hop artist Bousta is set for his moment at Scouted 2025, Music SA's showcase spotlighting emerging South Australian talent to the national music industry.

Bousta blends powerful lyricism in both English and Arrernte, using music as a platform to uplift Indigenous youth and honour his roots. His Scouted 2025 spot guarantees a high‑impact performance in front of key national and international music industry delegates, including indie labels, booking agents, festival programmers, and media who have been in town for Australian Independent Record Labels Association Indie-Con in Adelaide this week..

Hip hop artist Bousta is one of 13 emerging South Australia artists who will perform in front of music heavyweights in the annual Scouted showcase.