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Killer Mike says an 'over-zealous' security guard is what led to his Grammys arrest

Rapper Killer Mike has released a statement about what he says led to his arrest at the Grammys, after he had just won three awards.
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Grammys emerge from flop era as viewership jumps 34 per cent

The Grammys hit a high note this year, drawing an audience of nearly 17 million viewers as the three-hour ceremony focused on celebrating some of the most successful women in the industry.
Lucy kisses her Grammy as Phoebe leans in and laughs as Taylor Swift ducks into the group photo as well.

Taylor Swift's understanding of the element of surprise is her best marketing tool

While Taylor Swift's fans pride themselves on keeping up with her clues, even they were caught off guard by the news a new album is on its way. 
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ICYMI: Bridgerton is back, Ayo Edebiri slays SNL, Sophie-Ellis Bextor announces Aus tour, plus loads more

All the entertainment and pop culture news you might've missed, from Daft Punk's potential return to True Detective drama and more.
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Grammys best moments include Taylor Swift revealing two-year-old secret — a new album

Pop star Taylor Swift announces her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, while collecting her 13th Grammy before winning album of the year. This and other Grammy moments. 
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What they wore: The good, bad and the ugly from the Grammys red carpet

It's an awards night for the music industry but there's always plenty of drama and theatrics on the Grammys red carpet. 
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A composite of Miley Cyrus, Kylie Minogue, Taylor Swift and Ice Spice at the Grammys. 

Killer Mike, boygenius, SZA top Grammy awards count. See the full winners list

SZA, boygenius and Killer Mike have three awards each as the music industry hands out trophies in 94 — yes, 94 — categories. Here are all the winners.
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 Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker in matching white suits.

The Grammys will feature rare performances from Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman. Here's how to watch

From Taylor Swift to Tripod, here are all the nominees and performers to look out for at the Grammys this year. 
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L-R: Kylie Mingue, SZA, Troye Sivan

Wolfe Brothers honour late parents with three Golden Guitars

The biggest names In Australia’s country music scene and their fans were all in one place at the end of the 10-day-long Tamworth Country Music Festival.
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Duration: 1 minute 56 seconds

Tasmanian country duo overcome challenges and tragedy to win Golden Guitars in Tamworth

The Wolfe Brothers dedicated a song on what is now an award-winning album to their mother, who passed away just before Livin' the Dream was released. Other winners on the night included Newcastle's Max Jackson.
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triple j's Hottest 100 of 2023 set to break records

triple j's Hottest 100 is an annual music countdown that celebrates the best music of the year. In the 2023 countdown, more than half of the songs hail from Australian artists.
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Duration: 6 minutes 36 seconds

How Max Jackson's asthma diagnosis put her on a path to the Golden Guitars

Now nominated for two Golden Guitar awards this coming Saturday, Max Jackson's life could have panned out very differently had she taken a different path.
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Looking back at the celebrities who died this year

From punk rockers to crooners, best friends to magicians, the world lost some well known faces and creative geniuses this year.  
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Remembering the famous Australians who died this year

From master chefs and iconic artists to sporting legends and trailblazing politicians, Australia lost some of its most loved — and most controversial — icons this year.
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Young artists take centre stage as 2024 Golden Guitar finalists are announced in Tamworth

The Golden Guitar Awards received 762 entries for country music's flagship event, as artists new and old look to make their mark.
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Dolly Parton has released her new album, Rockstar — with a little help from some star-studded guest appearances

Almost a year after Dolly Parton was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the 77-year-old country music icon announced the release of her first rock album, Rockstar.
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Music teacher wins ARIA

Sue Lowry has won ARIA's Music Teachers Award
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Inspiring teacher who unlocks power of music for kids receives ARIA award

The mother of one of Sue Lowry's 220 students says the teacher "sees the ability, not the disability" in kids. Amid thunderous applause, Ms Lowry was honoured for her work.
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ARIA issues apology to rapper Kerser for awards gaffe suggesting he was at ceremony

Kerser lashes out at the ARIA Awards over a mistake in last night's broadcast.  
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Hau Latukefu presents Best Hip Hop/Rap Release during the 2023 ARIA Awards

Troye Sivan cleans up at the ARIAs with four awards, Genesis Owusu wins Album of the Year — as it happened

An increasingly speechless Troye Sivan scoops best solo artist and song of the year on Australian music's night of nights in Sydney. 
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ARIA awards red carpet: Bright colours, sleek suits, and a nod to Rihanna's Met Gala outfit

Celebrities have walked the red carpet before the 2023 ARIA Awards kick off at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion. Here's a look at some of the outfits we've seen.
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ARIA Awards 2023: Troye Sivan takes home four awards, tearful G Flip wins two — Here's the full list of winners

Australian music's night of nights is here, the 2023 ARIA Awards. Here's the full list of winners in all categories.
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Troye Sivan accepts an ARIA Award for Song of the Year.

Emma Watkins nominated for ARIA as Emma Memma in same category as The Wiggles

The ceremony for the music industry's premier awards, the ARIAs, will take place tonight with Emma Memma nominated for Best Children's Album. So are the Wiggles.
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Wonka star Timothée Chalamet tries his newest role: Impersonating Aussie pop icon Troye Sivan on SNL

With the actors strike finally over in the US, we can now return to normalcy: witnessing famous people participate in increasingly unhinged activities to promote their movies.
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The Grammy nominees have been revealed. Here's the criteria artists have to meet, including two Australian stars

Kylie Minogue and Troye Sivan are both up for the same award, in the Best Pop Dance Recording category.
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