Good Vibrations is coming back in 2009, and this time it’s proudly supported by inthemix. Stay tuned for all the info!
by Lady Lex on October 8th, 2008
“The good news is I’m not dead,” Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim confidently states. He'll be here in 2009 for the Good Vibrations festival, and here ITM has an exclusive chat with the dance music icon to find out about what mayhem is in store. [more]
by angy on February 13th, 2008
You’ve surely heard of Calvin Harris by now - the guy who sings 'Acceptable in the 80s', he's practically a household in the UK. But if he's gonna be merrymaking with anyone, he insists it ain't gonna have anything to do with Corey Delaney. [more]
By now you’ll be well aware that Katalyst finally released his long-awaited second album 'What’s Happening' last year. But things aren’t slowing down just yet: he’s about to hit the road as one of the top-tier local acts on the Good Vibrations lineup [more]
Yep, it’s been a steady race to the top for France's Ed Banger crew. But its reign is about to come to an end: right now. Courtesy of the label’s youngest star Surkin, who's got some shocking tales of French electro debauchery to share with ITM. [more]
Daft Punk aren’t the only robots in dance music worth keeping an eye on. It’s long been speculated that with his nearly inhuman abilities behind the decks, James Zabiela has cybernetic tendencies. But it’s not just all about the tricks and effects. [more]
One of hip hop’s most gifted rappers, half the iconic Organized Konfusion and the man behind the immortal 'Internal Affairs,' Pharoahe Monch triumphantly returns. The eight year wait is finally over and Monch is on fire, simply burning with desire. [more]
Riding high on the success of their sophomore album, 2006's 'People Of The Pieces We Love', NYC punk-funkers The Rapture are one of only a handful of bands that are able to court both the club and indie scene with effortless ease. [more]
'Dance music royalty’ are words that immediately spring to mind when you mention Holland’s 16 Bit Lolitas. Whether it’s in the nightclubs themselves, or on the mix compilations of the superstar DJ elite, one thing is clear: their music moves people. [more]
Beat Vandals may be a relatively new name to many, but that's all about to change. Headed up by Tim Utah - one half of legendary rave act the Utah Saints - they're about to see their music introduced to an entire new generation of clubbers. [more]
by i_have_ADD on January 10th, 2008
Having had a bit of a break from DJing in 2007 to focus his time on his recent album, 'Tough Guys Don't Dance', since its release in October of last year UK drum & bass stalwart High Contrast has found himself getting back into the swing of things. [more]
Sinden. A sin den. A den of sin. It conjures up images of old dirty men sitting around smoking opiates with busty women lounging close by to tend to their every wish. These images lend themselves to recognising Sinden as a perfect DJ name. [more]
2007 has been an incredibly huge year for The Stafford Brothers and as the summer season hits us, the momentum for The Staffords doesnt look like letting up. Lady Lex sits down with the duo for a chat. [more]
Desyn Masiello is a busy young man. So busy, in fact, that he didn't have time to do any interviews prior to his current tour of Australia with the Good Vibrations Festival. Well, none except this one! [more]
Tim Hardaker chatted down the line to George of Nightmares On Wax while kicking back in his hotel room in Melbourne, speaking on whether he still indulges in the green stuff now a decade on from his 'Smoker's Delight' album. [more]
Tim Hardaker catches up with Jon H of Fort Knox Five to talk shop, finding out what it was like playing to 300,000 people at a peace march in Washington, and what they're looking forward to about sharing a bill with the Beastie Boys and Jurassic 5. [more]
With Good Vibrations just days away from hitting the launch button, the biggest attraction of this year’s lineup is, of course, the Beastie Boys. The NYC trio are looking forward to nothing more than taking a summertime break down under. [more]
Zaakir, aka Soup of Jurassic 5, takes time out with Benjamin Chinnock ahead of their forthcoming sets at the Good Vibrations Festival, and admits that touring their latest album has been the hardest. [more]
Starting out with their legendary weekly Thursday night funk-fest at the Globe many moons ago, the Funktrust phenomenon has now moved far beyond just a club night, with Funktrust now invading the airwaves on Triple J every Friday night. [more]
Timo Maas has been around in the dance scene now for longer than most of us care to remember. He's finally returning to Australia in February, as one of the headliners for Good Vibrations 2007. [more]
06 was undoubtedly Ajax's biggest year to date, but listen in as he speaks with ITM, lifting the lid on his forthcoming EP, the slew of remixes he's been busy working on, the truth behind the finish of the Bang Gang, and how they're returning in 2007 [more]
Melbourne's Dirty Laundry crew have been kicking around the traps for a while now, and in 2006 cemented their position as one of the country's finest live sound systems with the release of their first mix CD, for global clubbing brand Pacha. [more]
London Elektricity is a man. And a band. Actually both, or sometimes neither. London Elektricity is mostly Tony Coleman; studio boffin and co-honcho of influential broken beat UK label Hospital Records. [more]
Over the years it has been proven that when the French put their minds to something, it is done with an unrivalled style and ease. The release of Cassius’ immaculate third studio record ‘15 Again’ does nothing to dispute this well-known fact. [more]
The Nextmen are an eclectic super duo who DJ everything and anything with aplomb! Get set to hear them rocking the Good Vibration Festival! [more]
When Satoshi Tomiie was approached early last year to put together a club mix compilation album for the Renaissance Masters Series, due to the fact that a similar kind of release was already underway via his own label, SAW Recordings, he had to turn the offer down. [more]
Unquestionably one of Brazil's most famous musical exports, DJ Marky has been a favourite in drum & bass circles since the late 90s when he first travelled to the UK with fellow legend Patife. [more]
Datarock have been the main name on everyone's lips in recent months, as they were quickly slapped with 'the next big thing' tag the world over with the release of their debut self-titled album and it's instantly addictive, sexy electro rock anthems Computer Camp Love' and 'Fa Fa Fa'. [more]
As a compilation, the Lights Out series represents not only the highlight of Steve Lawler's stellar career to-date, but also the bench mark by which many now judge all progressive releases. ITM caught up with Lawler prior to his impending Australian tour. [more]
For those who are unfamiliar with Bahamadia, you are missing out. This seemingly over confident MC knows what she's here for, in her own words, 'this is my life's assignment on this planet', and is straight to the point about it in a round about way. [more]
DJ Z-Trip is heading down under to rock our socks and open our minds to what music is all about! [more]
Norman Jay has been recognised as one of the finest and most respected DJ's in the world today. Having brought his own style of music to the masses over two decades... He is the man of the moment... [more]
One half of seminal duo Everything But The Girl Ben Watt has continued to build on his success since their dissolution, establishing the popular Lazy Dog project and, more recently, his new record label Buzzin' Fly. [more]
"We knew people would love it or hate it, and reading some of the reviews, that's what happened." Nail Tolliday, one half of the Nottingham electronic duo, Bent, is talking about their most recent record, 'Ariels'. [more]
On the gritty grey sidewalks of Detroit, a colourful ghetto-fly bounces casually to an unknown destination. With shoulders slung back and Motown attitude oozing from each stride; the ghetto-fly struts with absolute conviction. ITM's palu investigates. [more]
What do you get when you take nine electronic music artists from all the genres on offer and throw them together? UK underground collaboration Bugz in the Attic is what you get. [more]
Speech chats with ITM about Arrested Development's latest offering, 'Among the Trees'. [more]
Could there be a crazier act than the Cuban Brothers? With zany characters playing on beats, breaks, soul and sex in a performance that combines cabaret with rapping and Cuban cool, they create an exotic music theatre masterpiece. I'll let you be the judge... [more]
A little while back Lyrics Born toured Australia to promote Later That Day, his critically acclaimed debut solo-album. The largely sheep-like media duly queued up to shower him with praise, but for once here was a visiting US rapper who got coverage merited by his talents and achievements. [more]
Anyone who's semi-regularly tuned into Triple J in the last 18 months will be familiar with the rambunctious hit, Ill Culinary Behaviour, with its infectious blend of good-time hip-hop beats and the dazzling wordplay of Format's MC of choice, Abdominal. Jamie Crick investigates. [more]
Layo Paskin, one half of Layo and Bushwacka! is at home in London when I speak with him, fielding a series of phone calls from eager Aussie dance music journos. [more]
The announcement of Good Vibrations recently sent everyone on ITM into a spin, with a stellar line-up of old favourites and cutting edge new artists set to appear on the 2009 tour. [more]
The Good Vibrations Festival 2009 tour is now looking like a hip hop nirvana, with the original line-up of The Pharcyde coming to the party. [more]
They say a picture’s worth a thousand words, so what does that make inthemix’s freshest section worth? Priceless! [more]
It’s been a point of furious discussion and debate on inthemix over the past few weeks, with many joining in on the fun of the Good Vibrations Festival’s ‘guess the line-up’ game. Speculate no longer, we've got the announcement right here! [more]
It’s been a recurring theme of our monthly “most read” wrap-up all year, but September 2008 will hereby be remembered as THE month for festival announcements and updates, with all 10 of our most popular items concerning the upcoming summer season. [more]
If you haven't voted yet in Australia's first ever Festival Awards, get your skates on because it closes soon. Your favourite festival is counting on your support. [more]
Being such an industrious and musically knowledgeable bunch, the ITM community have been busy cracking the code of the 2009 Good Vibrations line-up this week. Here's our thoughts on the discussion so far! [more]
One of the scene’s most prolific producers, Canadian web geek turned global dance music superstar, there’s no denying that Deadmau5 has very quickly grown to become one of the most essential artists in EDM today. [more]
Although the announcement of acts for Good Vibrations 2009 is still a few weeks away, to whet your appetite and get your mind racing the GVF crew have put together a rather cryptic e-mag with audio clues hinting at headliners for next year’s tour. [more]
Pre-sale tickets for the 2009 Good Vibrations Festival are now onsale, available exclusively to members of Jam Music from 9am, Friday September 12th. [more]
Gather round, gather round… it’s time to pick apart the honour roll for the 2008 ARIA Awards. It's not all bad, though, as The Presets have scored four nominations! [more]
Returning to the beautiful grounds of Centennial Park in Sydney and Heirisson Island in Perth, Good Vibrations also announce two brand spanking new venues for 2009. [more]
by i_have_ADD on September 5th, 2008
With summer on our doorstep another of the festival calendar’s most anticipated events is gearing up to announce. This Sunday September 7th at 9am we’ll bring you the very first details for the Good Vibrations Festival 2009! [more]
Do you spend most of your time browsing ITM's news section for the latest festival updates, or blagging on the forums about the ups (and downs) of the latest multi-stage event? It's time for the rest of Australia to hear what you have to say! [more]
One of the most talked about new artists of 2008, there’s been so much hype for Sam Sparro’s upcoming visit to Australia that his showcase gigs in Sydney and Melbourne have now sold out. [more]
On the surface the Potbelleez - Australia’s reigning kings of the dance charts - have a few things in common with Delta’s fiancé and one-time Westlife member Brian McFadden, as disturbing as that might be to consider... [more]
The latest chart sensation to cause a stir in the UK is a young chap going by the name Sam Sparro. Presented by the Good Vibrations Festival (an early hint of who we might see on next year’s tour?), in July Sparro will visit Australia. [more]
It’s only a week before Steve Lawler returns to Australia for the We Love Sounds festival, and ITM recently spoke to the man where he discussed the last time he was here - and why he doesn’t look back on the tour so fondly. [more]
No one can deny that The Potbelleez scored themselves the runaway hit of summer 2007/2008 with their sing-along anthem ‘Don’t Hold Back’, but it’s amazing to consider just how far the track has invaded the popular music consciousness. [more]
Even though his tour is just 8 weeks away, it seems that Tiesto will remain the hot topic for ITMers right up until his visit, with the Dutch trance overlord once again dominating our most read stories for the month of February. [more]
Ben Cousins, the disgraced West Coast Eagles AFL player (although, truth be told, in many circles he’s revered as something of a ‘god’), was spotted over the weekend making himself new friends in the VIP lounge at the Sydney Good Vibrations festival. [more]
In the wake of Saturday’s Sydney leg of the Good Vibrations festival, here at inthemix we’ve found the forums, news and feedback section awash with comments from many angry punters disappointed with elements of the event’s organisation. [more]
It was the biggest party ever thrown by the Jam Music crew when Good Vibrations made its way into Sydney over the weekend, with the capacity climbing its way towards being one of the country’s largest festivals. Check the photos here! [more]
In the wake of controversy surrounding last weekend’s Melbourne leg of the Good Vibrations festival tour, which saw many punters not impressed with wavering sound levels at the event during headline performances, a statement has been released. [more]
After months of waiting, it’s finally here! Yes, the Good Vibrations juggernaut finally kicked off last weekend, and as always inthemix is your one stop shop for all the latest summer festival information. [more]
The partying festival season is rolling along energetically across Australia, and over the weekend the next leg of the festivities got fired up with the Good Vibrations festival touching down with two east coast dates. Check out the coverage here! [more]
by i_have_ADD on February 6th, 2008
After months of waiting, it’s finally here! Yes, the Good Vibrations juggernaut kicks off this weekend, and as always inthemix is your one stop shop for all the latest summer festival information. [more]
With the first date of the 2008 Good Vibrations festival taking place in Melbourne this coming Saturday, ITM has received word that some of the event’s biggest touring acts will be heading out on Friday February 8th for the Calvin Harris sideshow. [more]
James Zabiela is one DJ/producer that Melbourne simply can't get enough of. About to embark on the Good Vibrations tour, thankfully the technical wizard that is Zabiela is taking time out of his busy schedule for a Melbourne side show. [more]
Wondering what to do after the Good Vibrations Festival next weekend? Well, worry no more, as the good people at 3rd Class have excitedly announced that they'll be hosting Tittsworth’s encore show after the festival. [more]
With tickets for the Sydney leg of Good Vibrations having sold out late last year, if you were looking to catch some of the festival acts without paying a scalper an ungodly amount for a ticket, maybe the official after party is an option. [more]
In addition to the absolutely insane lineup that is the 2008 Good Vibrations festival, Brisbane has scored some extra acts to help ease the pain of no Kanye! [more]
Many have quietly speculated on whether Good Vibrations festival headliner Kanye West would have time in his schedule for sideshows on his forthcoming Australian tour. Well speculate no more, it's off! [more]
Dance music's original 'robot in disguise', James Zabiela is heading back to Australia in February as part of the 2008 Good Vibrations festival tour. [more]
Drum n’ bass would surely have been pleased with the Good Vibrations lineup when they discovered that the UK’s High Contrast were on the bill. But now they’ve got another chance to catch him in a more intimate environment… [more]
They’re one of the big drawcards on the Good Vibrations tour that’s traveling across Australia this February, and it’s time to roll that roach and load up that conepiece because Cypress Hill will be playing sideshows right around the country. [more]
It wouldn't take a genius to have predicted that many of December's most read news items on inthemix related to the year's most anticipated tour; NeverEverLand with Daft Punk. But it wasn't all about French robots! [more]
Although not a 'blink-and-you'll-miss-it' sell out event like Field Day, Big Day Out or Daft Punk, it was seemingly inevitable that the news would filter through at some point that all tickets for Good Vibrations 2008 had sold out. [more]
Following this week's announcement of additional touring acts for the 2008 Good Vibrations Festival, the full lineup of local talent for each date of the festival can now also be added to the bill. [more]
The lineup for next year’s festival was big to begin with, full of massive names from across the musical spectrum but now it’s blown out even more: The Nextmen feat. MC Yungun, Tittsworth, Dirty Laundry and more have all been added. [more]
Following our announcement earlier today that Calvin Harris would be playing sideshows when he visits Australia for Good Vibrations early next year, we’ve got a whole other bunch to unveil… The Rapture, Thievery Corporation and K-OS! [more]
He was ‘Acceptable in the 80s’, he was booked to play at Good Vibrations and now, he’s playing sideshows in Sydney and Melbourne. Don’t forget those unsubstantiated rumours that he was dating Kylie Minogue. So hot right now! [more]
Enquiring minds often ask us what the most popular news items are on ITM each day/week/month. In the interest of keeping our site visitors informed we'll now be giving you a regular wrap-up of the top 10 most read stories on ITM each month! [more]
Festival organisers Jam were left in a bit of a pickle this week when the Gold Coast Council decided to restrict the number of music festivals at Doug Jennings Park, but they’ve responded by shifting the party back to Brisbane’s venue. [more]
A rather cryptic advertisement for next year's Good Vibrations festival was published today, and it's sent the ITM forums into a flurry of activity, with discussion raging on as keen [more]
Wondering how close the inthemix community were to guessing the Good Vibrations Festival lineup? They managed to guess 18 out of 19... not bad, not bad at all! Check the official announcement here. [more]
Excited after catching last week’s leaked Good Vibrations lineup on inthemix? For those that like to get in extra early, exclusive presale tickets are available now and check inside for the extra special secret code that you’ll need for access. [more]
The hottest ticket - literally! - this summer seems to be festivals, with new ones popping up almost by the day. To keep you up to date on all the latest festival news and info, we've pushed play on a bunch more dedicated pages this week. [more]
From several independent sources ITM has heard murmurs that notoriously outspoken US hip-hop superstar Kanye West is looking to make his return to Australian shores early in 2008 to head up the bill for the Good Vibrations Festival. [more]
With the line up yet to be announced, word on the street is that proposals are in for Good Vibrations 2008 to be held at Herrison Island in Perth - a first for any ticketed event in the city. [more]
Rumours are circulating that Bjork - undoubtedly one of the music scene's most enduringly enigmatic and unique artists - will make her long awaited return to Australia in early 2008 for her first antipodean tour in over 10 years. [more]
It might be a little under 6 months away, but there's no reason you can't start getting excited already! [more]
A 20 year old Sydney woman has tragically died following the Good Vibrations Festival on the weekend. Annabel Catt was rushed to Mona Vale Hospital from a house in the northern beaches suburb of Warriewood at 5am on Sunday morning. [more]
Had fun in the sun at Good Vibrations on the weekend and want a reminder of the action? Wasn't quick enough to get a ticket before they sold out and want to know what you missed? Check ITM's gallery now online! [more]
Good Vibrations Festival Sydney set times and the venue map are now up, so you can plan your day! [more]
Having sold out a little over a week ago, if you weren't quick enough to snap yourself up a ticket to Good Vibrations in Sydney and thought all hope was lost... then wipe away your tears. [more]
In case you haven't seen them yet, check out the set times for Good Vibrations this Sunday, February 18th. [more]
Just in case you'd forgot, we wanted to remind you that the glorious ITM-VIP Toilet Block will be making a welcome return to the Good Vibrations Festival in Sydney this weekend. [more]
Two of America's finest funky breaks outfit (who just happen to share a bunch of the same members!) have announced a special one off sideshow. [more]
The much anticipated set times for the Melbourne leg of the Good Vibrations festival have just been announced this morning with J5, Snoop Dogg and Beastie Boys closing off the main arena. [more]
With the 2007 Good Vibrations Festival tour kicking off this weekend in Melbourne and the Gold Coast, a mad dash to purchase tickets for the Sydney show on Fenruary 17th has ensured it is a sell out for another year. [more]
If you’re thinking a day partying in the sun at Good Vibrations won’t be enough to satiate your appetite come Saturday February 17th, then be sure to consider nighttime activities at Chinese Laundry – as the party is set to be off the hook! [more]
The past 12 months for Sneaky Sound System have been nothing short of hectic, and 2007 is looking even bigger. Touring with Good Vibrations in February, we've got an exclusive remix of their breakthrough hit 'Hip Hip Hooray' for you this week! [more]
One of the world's most recognisable rap stars has been added to the bill for the 2007 Good Vibrations Festival... but he's only playing Melbourne and the Gold Coast! [more]
In addition to his performances at the Good Vibrations festival as part of the Jurassic 5 posse, lucky punters in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth will all get the chance to catch him playing solo shows. [more]
For those who reckon a single does of the German uber-producer just won’t be enough, Timo Maas will be firing up for a 4-hour set at Tank on Thursday 15th Feb. [more]
Due to contractual obligations, the master turntable technician will no longer be playing his previously announced Australian solo shows while touring with the Beastie Boys next month. [more]
Official tour DJ for NYC hip-hop king pins the Beastie Boys, Mixmaster Mike will make his return to Australian shores in February to ably assist them on the national Good Vibrations tour. [more]
With the number of festivals set to take place across Australia this summer seeming to multiply on an almost weekly basis, if you're finding it hard to stay up to date on all the latest news and details – your friends at ITM are here to help! [more]
Following last week's announcement of the local touring acts for the 2007 Good Vibrations Festival, lineups for each city have now also been revealed. [more]
The first round of local acts to join the Good Vibrations national tour have been announced, joining previously announced headliners the Beastie Boys, Timo Maas and Jurassic 5 on board the tour bus for the festival. [more]
Certified hip hop legends the Beastie Boys have been added to the lineup for the Good Vibrations Festival. If that wasn't reason enough to get your tickets, we don't know what is! [more]
by i_have_ADD on November 1st, 2006
The first round of acts for the 2007 Good Vibrations Festival have been announced, so if you've been waiting with baited breath to hear who'll be featuring at the popular summer-time event, you can now breath a sigh of relief as the lineup is here! [more]
Following the recent announcement on ITM that German tech supremo Timo Maas would be one of the headline DJs for the 2007 Good Vibrations Festival (remember – you heard it here first!), pre-sale tickets have now gone on sale on the festival website. [more]
German tech maestro Timo Maas is due to make a long awaited return to our shores during February of 2007. Timo has always been one of the most sought after internationals here down under and this news is sure to delight his squadron of large fans! [more]
After whipping the crowd into a frenzy in Centennial Park on Saturday it's been announced that Malente will stick around for an encore set at Club 77 on William St this coming Saturday February 25th, playing a marathon 4 hours! [more]
Bastions of the UK hip-hop scene, the Nextmen have announced details of several encore shows following their national tour as part of the Good Vibrations Festival. [more]
The Good Vibrations Festival kicks off this weekend in Brisbane and Melbourne, before making its way around the country to Sydney and Perth the following weekend. [more]
The Good Vibrations Festival kicks off this weekend in Brisbane and Melbourne, before making its way around the country to Sydney and Perth the following weekend. [more]
The Official Good Vibrations afer party will be held at Seven Nightclub this Sunday 12th February 2006. [more]
The Good Vibrations festival is all systems go for this Sunday 12th February in Melbourne at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl and organisers have released full set times and map so that you can organise your day. [more]
With only a few days before this huge event takes place at Brisbane's Riverstage, the set times have been released so that you don't miss your favourite acts on the day! [more]