Ben Lee proved to be a little ray of sunshine as his magnificently melodic songs gave everyone “pop music to believe in again”. Ben sprinkled rose petals from his pockets over his band mates, tossed flowers to the crowd, and didn’t take the smile from his face.

Silverchair launched its fifth studio album, “Young Modern”, to hundreds of enthusiastic fans and industry folk at Carriageworks in Sydney.

…in favour of Band of Horses, who were playing at the much smaller tent. Our decision was vindicated as they proceeded to play arguably the set of the festival. Their front man was in full voice and even brought a lot of personality to stage, and you know a band has made it when a group of four guys can hug each other throughout an entire band's set. Put simply, Band of Horses were the stellar highlight in a festival that to be honest delivered few.

Talented NSW singer Hope made a great impression at her recent instore appearance at the city HMV store in Sydney. She signed many autographs and her album ‘Winter’ was eagerly sought after by music lovers who witnessed her performance.

Here are some pictures of this emerging singer-songwriter.

A Day On The Green at popular Mudgee winery Poets Corner was a huge success, with thousands turning out for a day of food, wine and song in the beautiful springtime sun…

Performing songs from her album “Colourblind”, Candice’s piano playing and soulful voice pumped out the packed venue.

In what proved to be an extraordinary week in her life, the fresh-faced Melbourne singer-songwriter struck a strong chord with her Sydney fans at this show. Her jazz-trained, yet charismatic, voice and her natural charm won over the crowd in a terrific performance.

This year’s Splendour in the Grass festival was bigger and better than ever. With a stellar line up, a friendly crowd and the best weather you could ask for in August, it would have been difficult to find anyone who wasn’t touched by Splendour’s charm.

New South Wales singer-songwriter Julie Kember launched her debut album ‘Sugar and Stone’ at The Basement in Sydney recently.

Throughout the show the boys proved they can still rock out like they could previously, with extended jams, guitar solos from Neil, and slightly possessed dancing from Tim. Between each song was lots of laughing and joking. The boys looked delighted to be there, back together and playing again.

…this annual festival has now deservedly assumed its position…as one of the premier events on the Aus-music calendar. This year a stellar line up, a wicked location and somewhere in the realm of 20,000 punters all determined to have a damn fine time ensured it.

The set was short, consisting of the four new tracks that feature on Who Killed Entertainment?, alongside various demos and remixes of earlier songs.

The boys sampled tracks from their new album ‘Innocence Is Running Out’ and unleashed some crackers like ‘Start the Year’…

With a perfect mix of old favourites and new tracks off their latest album, ‘Bleed Like Me’, Garbage rocked their captivated audience the whole night.

New Zealand reggae band Salmonella Dub, who began in 1992, has kept the tropical vibe going, with their unique blend of the genre with dub, drum ‘n’ bass, hip hop and rock.

Central Station Records held an exclusive party at Sydney’s World Bar to celebrate 30 years of pure DANCE.

Anthony Callea performed at Centro Bankstown recently.

One of the world's greatest jazz violinists, Nigel Kennedy, was a guest at Kells restaurant in Kings Cross, Sydney recently.

Coca-Cola LIVE 'N LOCAL Up Close rocked again at Come Together at Sydney's Luna Park over the Queen's Birthday long weekend.

Shannon Noll performed live at the Centro Bankstown recently.

Many of these fans were still revelling in the great atmosphere that filled the room, the nostalgia and sentiment of it all and the heart-wrenching, raw music they never thought they’d hear live again.

Centro Bankstown shoppers were recently wowed by one of Australia’s top R&B groups, Random. The winners of Channel 10’s “The X-Factor” performed at the shopping centre and sang hit single “Put Your Hands Up”.