Why modern pop music lacks emotional power
New research shows pop melodies have become less complex since 2000, explaining why songs like Queen's Don't Stop Me Now create stronger emotional responses than modern hits.
New research shows pop melodies have become less complex since 2000, explaining why songs like Queen's Don't Stop Me Now create stronger emotional responses than modern hits.
Shocking new data reveals double the estimated Australians living with incurable breast cancer. Learn about the urgent need for research and support.
Wollongong siblings Allee and Cooper Reynolds share an extraordinary bond through music. As Allee prepares for Schools Spectacular, discover how her singing helps her autistic brother communicate and connect.
Crown Perth's La Vie lounge transforms into a festive pop-up bar, Miracle Bar, serving festive cocktails and canapés for a limited time. Get into the holiday spirit!
JLL research reveals Perth's top-rated sustainable offices can charge 7% more rent, with fully electric buildings seeing a 23.4% national premium. Discover the financial benefits of green retrofitting.
South Australian researchers are taking action to investigate the human health impacts of harmful algal blooms, addressing sore throats and breathing issues.
Spilt Milk festival releases set times for Perth, with Kendrick Lamar headlining. New acts Genesis Owusu and Lotte Gallagher join the line-up. Get your tickets now!
The Yours and Owls Festival is set for a 2026 return to Wollongong, backed by a $250,000 federal grant. Discover how this funding supports Australian artists and the local music scene.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
Australian music legend Paul Kelly discusses his new album Seventy and the long-awaited sequel to How To Make Gravy. Discover the story behind Rita Wrote A Letter and Kelly's creative process at 70.
Cellist Li-Wei Qin dazzled with the WA Symphony Orchestra under Asher Fisch in a magnificent performance of Tchaikovsky, Mozart, and Wagner at Winthrop Hall. Discover the highlights of this unforgettable classical music event.
Explore stunning photos capturing 25 years of Queenscliff Music Festival's evolution. From humble beginnings to iconic Australian music event. See the memories!
Doja Cat kicked off her Australian tour in Perth with a fiery, chaotic performance. Read our review of the RAC Arena spectacle, including her clapback to critics.
Pop-soul star Olivia Dean condemns Ticketmaster after ticket prices for her US tour soar to $750. The company calls it a 'typo' as fans miss out. Read the full story.
Newcastle musician Lachlan X. Morris releases his fifth album exclusively on physical formats, taking a stand against the streaming algorithm culture and championing active listening.
Fremantle's beloved music venue Freo.Social secures $150,000 federal grant for sound-proofing upgrades, ending closure threats from noise complaints. The historic venue can now continue hosting 200+ shows annually.
New report reveals 1.2 million temporary visa holders have settled in Australia since pandemic. Political debate heats up over migration policy and infrastructure pressures.
The music world mourns the loss of Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, who has died at 63. Tributes pour in from Liam Gallagher and bandmates. Read more.
Australia's premier science agency CSIRO is cutting 350 research positions despite chronic underfunding. Learn how this threatens innovation and why experts warn it's becoming a 'glorified consultancy'.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO plans to cut 350 positions due to government funding shortfalls, sparking outrage from experts who warn it threatens the nation's research future.
CSIRO confirms up to 150 environmental scientists will lose jobs as agency shifts focus to revenue-generating sectors. Critics call decision 'deeply concerning' for Australia's climate future.
A popular children's toy sold at Kmart and Target has been recalled due to loose screws posing a serious choking hazard. Here's what parents need to do.
Rock icon Lenny Kravitz delivered a powerhouse performance at Newcastle Entertainment Centre, showcasing timeless hits and impressive energy despite disappointing attendance numbers.
Newcastle researchers are pioneering a national effort to find an asthma cure using artificial intelligence and genetics, challenging long-held beliefs about the disease's incurability.
Townsville musicians unite for a nostalgic emo tribute show at The Bunker on June 29, featuring classics from My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy. Don't miss this blast from the past!
Australia's CSIRO cuts 350 positions amid funding decline, risking groundbreaking research like Wi-Fi. Experts warn this threatens our national innovation capacity and economic future.
The Albanese government announces $100M+ funding for CSIRO to address building repairs and equipment upgrades while the agency faces 350 job cuts. Read the full details.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO reveals major organizational restructure affecting 357 positions. Minister Ed Husic announces strategic shift to focus on national priorities. Read the full details.
Up to 350 CSIRO research roles face cuts nationally, putting Newcastle's 150 energy research positions in limbo until early 2026. Learn how this impacts Australia's clean energy future.
See all the stunning fashion from the 2025 ARIA Awards red carpet in Sydney. Aussie stars and English sensation Olivia Dean dazzled at the Hordern Pavilion.