Music writer Harvey Rae captures Nick Cave’s electrifying Fremantle Park performance, a transformative night where Wild God-era energy met timeless classics.

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Western Australia’s arts playground

19 January 2026
Music writer Harvey Rae captures Nick Cave’s electrifying Fremantle Park performance, a transformative night where Wild God-era energy met timeless classics.

5 December 2025
Writer Harvey Rae charts the band’s triumphant RAC Arena return, where rare early cuts, political undercurrents and breathtaking visuals combined into an overwhelming sensory experience.

3 December 2025
Cover Image: Alex Kapranos delivers peak rock-star athleticism during Franz Ferdinand’s high-voltage set at Ice Cream Factory. Photo: Stuart Mckay. Franz FerdinandICF: Warehouse, 26 November 2025 …
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15 November 2025
Harvey Rae steps inside Pixies’ two-night takeover of Fremantle Prison — a wild, time-warping dive into Bossanova, Trompe le Monde and a barrage of indie-rock classics.

21 July 2025
Harvey Rae reviews The Hives’ riotous return to WA, with local favourites The Southern River Band firing up Metros Fremantle for a night of riffs, swagger and crowd mayhem.