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Strummingbird confirms lineup change and ticket refunds

Strummingbird is going to feel a whole lot like Howlin' Country.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 28

In 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern transport

In 1839, a Scottish blacksmith invented the first rear-wheel-driven vehicle which set the world in motion and laid the foundation of modern transport. Kirkpatrick Macmillan built a pedal-operated bicycle using wooden wheels, iron rims, treadles and connecting rods. His machine allowed a rider to move without pushing against the ground.…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

"We’re never going to forget tonight." Biffy Clyro pull out all the stops at their biggest ever headline show at London's Finsbury Park

Biffy Clyro promised surprises. We got deep cuts, fire and Stranger Things' villain Vecna on vocals

Louder · Jul 4

"I have been living with mental health problems which have led to addiction issues that I have concealed for a long time." Biffy Clyro's James Johnston is taking a step back from the band to address issues that have led to "significant problems"

"There is light at the end of the tunnel"

Louder · Dec 15, 2025

Biffy Clyro: 'We've gone through every rock cliche — deaths, breakdowns, addictions'

Scottish rockers Biffy Clyro have survived since the age of 15 without a single change in their line-up — it’s been an emotional rollercoaster, but now they want to celebrate

Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2025

Imposter syndrome. Burnout. Therapy. How Biffy Clyro almost fell apart – but came back stronger

A singer who fell out of love with melody. A rhythm section with imposter syndrome. How Biffy Clyro almost split but came back stronger

Louder · Sep 23, 2025

Secrets and lies: spies of the Stuart era played a dangerous game in the shadows of an unstable Europe

Stuart monarchs were repeatedly challenged by dangerous threats – a gunpowder plot, a civil war and political revolution. As a result, by the restoration of Charles II in 1660, the English government had come to rely on a shadowy trade of secrets for gathering domestic and international intelligence.

The Conversation · Nov 5, 2024

70 years worth of Cessnock Council grant money blown on $1.3M legal bill

Cessnock Council's $7.4 million breach of contract price tag

Newcastle Herald · Jul 8, 2024

Nowhere to go: Cessnock council clocks $6.4m loss in High Court appeal

Not willing or able - Cessnock City Council 'broke its promise'

Newcastle Herald · May 13, 2024

Australia's country stars prepare for night of nights

The Golden Guitar Awards will honour Australia's country music legends and emerging artists, with Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham leading the nominations.

AAP · Jan 26, 2024