Good Things Festival. For many Australian alternative music fans it’s a yearly tradition that rounds out the year in early December and I dear reader, am no exception. This year’s Good Things was ultimately a success I’d say, even if it might not have reached the same heights of previous years (in my humble opinion).

London jazz collective Kokoroko brought warmth and groove to The Forum in Melbourne on 21 November 2025, joined by Setwun & The Soulstranauts.

LA legends Touché Amoré brought the goods to 170 Russell in Melbourne on 17 July 2025, joined by Militarie Gun, Horsepower, and Post Heaven.

The Sidney Myer Music Bowl came alive for Leon Bridges' stop in Melbourne as part of The Leon Tour. Despite an overcast sky and a light touch of rain, a massive crowd packed into the venue, armed with warm jackets and picnic blankets, ready to soak in a night of soulful music.