Culture & Society
Olivia Rodrigo on why she’s outspoken on politics: “I don’t think my goal is to be liked by all”
She has previously shared her thoughts on ICE, Donald Trump, Gaza and reproductive rights in the US
Mark Knopfler's Fingerpicking Technique
The early ’80s hit featured his iconic National Style O resonator guitar
“Playing with your fingers has something to do with immediacy and soul. You’re absolutely in touch with what’s going on”: How Mark Knopfler combined sublime fingerpicking and Shakespearean tragedy in a Dire Straits classic
The early ’80s hit featured his iconic National Style O resonator guitar
Misstra know it all? It's MusicRadar's Quiz of the Week #9
Have you been paying attention? Well?
Maddie Jones: Social Media and Marketing Manager
This week, we caught up with Maddie Jones; social media and marketing manager at Align Agency
Epiphone Releases Alex Lifeson ES-355 Replica
Complete with Gibson T-Type humbuckers, gold hardware, a Varitone and an Alpine White finish, this replica 'Whitey' pays tribute to the guitar that's near ever-present in the Rush catalogue
Charvel Launches New American-Made Guitar Series
Charvel goes back to Cali with US-made range of hot-rodded S-styles with pro specs and classic finishes
Taylor Swift Hangs With Spielberg, Quotes ‘Yellowstone,’ Salutes Sombr & Chokes Up During Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction
With Travis Kelce and her parents there for support, Swift was inducted into the prestigious organization's Class of 2026.
Epiphone and Alex Lifeson Release ES-355 Guitar Replica
Complete with Gibson T-Type humbuckers, gold hardware, a Varitone and an Alpine White finish, this replica 'Whitey' pays tribute to the guitar that's near ever-present in the Rush catalogue
Charvel Launches New American Neo-Classic Series Guitars
Charvel goes back to Cali with US-made range of hot-rodded S-styles with pro specs and classic finishes
Annabelle Herd on AI's Impact on Australian Music
“Our opportunity to shape how AI influences music and what Australian music looks like for generations to come relies on us all getting it right in this regulatory and political moment,” Herd remarked
‘Getting This Right Means Everyone Wins’: Annabelle Herd Addresses AI Fight In 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame Speech
“Our opportunity to shape how AI influences music and what Australian music looks like for generations to come relies on us all getting it right in this regulatory and political moment,” Herd remarked.
Collecting societies urge French lawmakers on AI bill
French politicians are considering a change to the law that would mean it’s assumed a generative AI company has made use of any one existing work when training its model unless it can be demonstrated
Maddie Jones discusses social media and marketing
This week, we caught up with Maddie Jones; social media and marketing manager at Align Agency
Epiphone and Alex Lifeson Release ES-355 Guitar Replica
Complete with Gibson T-Type humbuckers, gold hardware, a Varitone and an Alpine White finish, this replica 'Whitey' pays tribute to the guitar that's near ever-present in the Rush catalogue
Charvel Launches New American Neo-Classic Series Guitars
Charvel goes back to Cali with US-made range of hot-rodded S-styles with pro specs and classic finishes
2026 ARIA Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Guests included movie stars, federal politicians and, of course, giants of the music community as six acts were inducted into the 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame.
2026 ARIA Hall of Fame: Gurrumul, Jenny Morris and More Inducted
Guests included movie stars, federal politicians and, of course, giants of the music community as six acts were inducted into the 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame.
Watch Olivia Rodrigo Bring in the Ballerinas in “Stupid Song” Video
You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love is out now
Carly Simon Readies First Album of Original Songs Since 2008
Listen to “Howl” from Comes in Waves