27 h. ago What if the song of the year is a Ben Folds ballad from a Snoopy musical?

Because it just might be.

Politics

41 h. ago I’ve thought about Taylor Swift every day for almost 20 years. I still have no idea who she really is

The billionaire’s empire was built on singing her deepest, darkest desires and distresses. But the mastermind’s appearance on Travis Kelce’s podcast proves we’re being fed contradictions. And that’s by design.

Politics

46 h. ago Mothballed Boomers dance away the years before Monday’s chill returns

Musicians’ penury is momentarily forgotten during a Sunday tribute show.

Politics

47 h. ago They used to be hated. Now, Melbourne is throwing a party for these ‘sky puppies’

Melbourne’s “misunderstood” bats are finally getting the celebration they deserve at a festival centered around a beloved local landmark.

Politics

65 h. ago Collett counting on Nashville Jack to be on song in Rosebud as he eyes another century

Jockey Jason Collett is hoping Nashville Jack can help him keep the momentum going from a stellar season in Sydney.

Politics

66 h. ago What can we expect from Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl?

Travis Kelce love songs? Blake Lively-inspired fury? Max Martin bangers? Let’s get excited.

Politics

2 d. ago Are the ghosts of this convent’s ‘fallen women’ about to be heard?

A concert at Abbotsford Convert pairs the poetry of Nam Le with the “electric” sounds of Australia’s finest young musicians.

Politics

3 d. ago What we learnt from Taylor Swift’s appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast

Following a dramatic album reveal earlier this week, the podcast episode featuring the pop superstar has now landed.

Politics

3 d. ago Yes, it’s another flawed but brilliant hero, but this British crime drama is enthralling

Starring Ben Miller, Professor T digs into dark territory, but it has a unique take on compassion every time.

Events

3 d. ago Why our biggest orchestra is headed out of the city and into the suburbs

From Beauty and the Beast to a world premiere at Broadmeadows Town Hall, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has revealed its plans for the year ahead.

Politics

3 d. ago Pop has a new clown princess. And she’s made the most fun album of the year

Audrey Hobert, till now best known as Gracie Abrams’ secret weapon, is ready for her close-up.

Politics

3 d. ago What Taylor Swift’s album announcement says about her new era

Sharing the name of her upcoming album via her boyfriend’s sports podcast has divided fans. Is it a sign of a flourishing relationship – or a cunning marketing ploy?

Politics

3 d. ago The new album from pop’s most unlikely breakout star will floor you

Ethel Cain’s Preacher’s Daughter set the bar sky-high. Her new album transcends it.

Politics

4 d. ago A darkly funny look at artists – their egos, failures and bad behaviour

Murray Middleton’s short stories deals with filmmakers, musicians, actors, playwrights, photographers and writers in varying states of creative frustration.

Politics

4 d. ago Judy Bailey, pioneering woman of Australian jazz, dies at 89

Jazz pianist Judy Bailey came to Sydney for six months, and never left.

Politics

5 d. ago Ben and Dino’s home was ‘pristine’. Then the ceiling tore apart from the wall

The housemates had less than 24 hours to move out after a massive crack emerged in their Marrickville home.

Politics

5 d. ago Joe’s dead, who’s going to make the gravy? Paul Kelly takes out funeral notice in The Age

Paul Kelly has published a death notice in The Age newspaper for Joe, the fictional hero of his track, How To Make Gravy, prompting speculation that a follow-up to the hit 1996 song may be on its way. 

Events

5 d. ago Lindian triples rare earths mining area at huge Malawi project

Lindian Resources can increase its rare earths mining area by almost three-fold at its Kangankunde project in Malawi after receiving departmental approval for stage two expansion.

Politics

5 d. ago Get 20% off A Musical Awakening with the Australian Chamber Orchestra*

Experience the healing power of music, directed by ACO Principal Cello Timo-Veikko Valve, featuring recorder virtuoso Genevieve Lacey.

Politics

7 d. ago Billionaire’s heiress buys $3.1m pad with family help, lists it for $19m

Granted, the home was transformed into a stunning five-bedder after the live music venue owner bought it in 2012.

Economics