This week in Australian music: we’re gearing up for the 2024 ARIA Awards with special performances, new music, and exciting milestones, The Kid LAROI wows hometown fans, Tash Sultana teases fresh tracks, and Illy drops his long-awaited album. Dive into all the headlines from tomorrow’s stacked episode of ARIA AMPLIFIED below.
The official episode is available here
Countdown to the ARIA Awards
The 2024 ARIA Awards are almost here! Tune in tomorrow for red carpet coverage on YouTube at 1.30 PM, backstage highlights on Stan at 5.00 PM, and all the best moments on Nine at 8.30 PM.
Fanny Lumsden wraps her Story Club Tour before presenting at the ARIAs
Fanny Lumsden is set to present at the ARIA Awards after finishing her final Story Club Tour dates with a Yee-haw-worthy send-off.
Angie McMahon sings with Hozier ahead of ARIA performance
Angie McMahon, fresh off singing with Hozier during his Australian tour, is gearing up for a show-stopping performance at the ARIAs.
Amy Shark shows off on Zane Lowe’s show
Amy Shark appeared on Zane Lowe’s show, delivering a hilarious British accent.
The Kid LAROI’s massive hometown show and new track with Quavo
The Kid LAROI performed his biggest headline show yet, with 25,000 fans attending his Sydney concert. He also dropped his new track Slow It Down with Quavo, adding another hit to his catalogue.
Illy releases long-awaited album Good Life
Illy’s latest album Good Life is out now, featuring collaborations with Tones and I and Latin superstar Sofia Reyes. The album’s standout single Kids is already making waves.
Lime Cordiale launches new book
Lime Cordiale celebrated 15 years on the road with the release of their new book, packed with over 300 pages of behind-the-scenes memories. Fellow artists like Illy showed up to support.
Tash Sultana teases unreleased music
Tash Sultana gave fans a sneak peek at new music ahead of their performance at Melbourne’s Live at the Gardens. Also on the lineup are Coterie, Little Green, and South Summit.
Thelma Plum wraps national tour in Meanjin
Thelma Plum ended her national tour on a high note, with a heartfelt final show on home turf in Meanjin (Brisbane).
Cold Chisel launches 50th anniversary podcast
Cold Chisel continues their 50th anniversary celebrations with a new podcast featuring stories from their legendary career, hosted by Sarah McLeod of The Superjesus.
Kylie’s Padam Padam gets operatic treatment
Kylie Minogue’s global hit Padam Padam received a stunning operatic makeover as she continues to jetset and promote her latest music.
Angus and Julia Stone bring Christmas spirit to Times Square
ARIA nominees Angus and Julia Stone lit up Times Square with their festive new track, spreading holiday cheer to fans worldwide.
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