Mary Varvaris, Journalist

Mary Varvaris

I'm a Staff Writer for The Music and Kill Your Stereo based in Melbourne.

You can find me listening to anything from mewithoutYou, Radiohead, Northlane, Jaguar Jonze, Julia Jacklin or Paramore at any time. Outside of The Music and Kill Your Stereo, my journalism has been featured in The Age, Australian Guitar Magazine, Blunt Magazine, Chorus.fm (previously known as AbsolutePunk.net), my Substack newsletter, and more. You can view my work on my Linktree.

I'm a lifelong metalhead and all-around music lover, which stems from my childhood, where I was raised in a family of talented musos and fans of great songs. I wouldn't be where I am today without them.

When I'm not writing, I'm hanging out with my dog, catching a gig somewhere in Melbourne, or just watching tv.

News / Music
Sunny Coast Rude Boys @ The Triffid
Sunny Coast Rude Boys Bringing A 'BIG NIGHT OUT' To Brisbane In February
Sunny Coast Rude Boys are touring in support of their latest single, Big Night Out, a track that celebrates the timeless spirit of ska.
News / Music
The Triffid's Beer Garden
Iconic Music Venue Now Has Free Food... For Dogs
This summer, dogs visiting a beloved Brisbane venue can enjoy their own 'San Chow Bow Wow.'
News / Music
KPop Demon Hunters
KPop Demon Hunters Star Audrey Nuna Confirms Exclusive Perth Show
Nuna will perform live at the Opening Ceremony of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup at Perth Stadium.
News / Music
Cut Copy
Cut Copy Lock In Sydney & Byron Bay Headline Dates
Cut Copy are touring in support of their latest album, 'Moments.'
News / Festivals
Mighty Hoopla main stage
Jamelia, Rogue Traders Added To Mighty Hoopla Sydney Festival Line-up
The newly announced acts join inaugural Mighty Hoopla Sydney headliner Kesha and many other beloved pop artists.
News / Festivals
Brunswick Music Festival 2025
Brunswick Music Festival Unveils 2026 Program
One of Melbourne’s longest-running and cherished annual events, the Brunswick Music Festival returns for its 38th year this March.
News / Music
CYRIL performing at the 7-Eleven rave
Scenes From Australia's First-Ever 7-Eleven Rave Headlined By CYRIL
Hundreds of people enjoyed the 7-Eleven rave – taking the concept of the coffee shop rave and transforming it into a full-blown, morning-focused event.
Industry / News
Amyl And The Sniffers at the Enmore Theatre, Sydney
NSW Government Ending Remaining Lockout Laws
The remaining remnants of the lockout laws in the Sydney CBD and Kings Cross have been deemed “no longer fit for purpose.”
News / Music
Bernard Fanning, MARINA, De La Soul, Peach PRC
Bernard Fanning, MARINA, De La Soul, Peach PRC & More Heading To Brisbane For 'On The Banks' Program
On The Banks captures the essence of a Queensland summer: warm nights and unforgettable performances intersect for a hub of arts and community.
News / Music
Outdoor Cinema at Fed Square's 'Open Air' series
Fed Square's 'Open Air' Series To Return With Tina Arena, Folk B*tch Trio & More
Live music, outdoor cinema, and unique performances will bring Melbourne's CBD to life next month.
News / Music
Summer Jam 2025
Summer Jam Goes National With 2026 Dates
Melbourne's annual "basketball, beats and street style" event is expanding in 2026.
News / Music
BTS
BTS Confirm 2027 Australian Tour Dates
BTS will return to Australia for the first time in a decade in February 2027.