Bob Dylan, who last month said he would not attend the Nobel Prize ceremonies in Stockholm because of "pre-existing commitments," has delivered a speech that will be read on his behalf, the organisation behind the awards said Monday.

Sure, Garbage still can't sell out this particular room and they've switched things around a bit in terms of presentation, but at their best they remain a mesmerising, often pulverising proposition.

Daddy Cool bass player Wayne Duncan dies, aged 72. 

Two staples on the festival circuit have been acquired by a music industry behemoth with repercussions likely across the local music industry.

Ancient Byzantine sacred songs are given a fresh coat of gold leaf

Devout fans have been enjoying The catholics for 25 years

"We want to provide a hand up to all those families that have lost everything in the fires," she said in a Twitter video.

Aided by an orchestra in fine form and gifted singers Michelle DeYoung and Stuart Skelton, this was an altogether enthralling performance.

Bowing to the inevitable, the Byron Bay Blues and Roots Festival finally concede the veteran rocker will not be coming in 2017.

The young trio who met in high school have hit a chord with their sleek, atmospheric sound.

From Ryan Adams and The Used to Tortoise, we have live music covered.

The streaming service reveals details of what music lovers clicked on in 2016.

Sticky Carpet: Throwing Shade's pre-Meredith show in Melbourne, Pleasure Garden, Pierce Brothers and more.

More than 600,000 people will see Adele's concerts, and buy her t-shirts, and her luggage on the way back to England will be weighed down with Australian dollars.

The Grammy-winning artist has some firsts in store for her one-off (and free) harbour gig.

From a new musical about Australia's first female prime minister to a three-person adaptation of Around the World in 80 Days, there's plenty on offer in next year's season at the Q.

You'd almost prefer the hefty fine and demerit points.

Australian pianist and composer Allan Zavod has died at his Melbourne home at the age of 71 after being diagnosed with brain cancer a year ago.

After years down the rabbit hole, PEZ has emerged into the light with new energy.

Guy Sebastian talks fatherhood, a tragic event, and why he's no longer trying to please everyone – in a Date with Kate.

Multicultural Arts Victoria wants to widen the reach of different cultural experiences.

Irish singer-guitarist Wallis Bird travels solo on her first visit to Australia.

The new Lost Animal, You Yang, is tender in outlook.

Chairlift tear down the walls on their latest release, revealing a more upbeat dance feel than previous albums.