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.

Features / Premiere
Will Day
VIDEO PREMIERE: Will Day - 'Home Town'
Anyone who grew up in rural Australia can likely see landmarks similar to those showcased in Will Day's emotional new video, premiering exclusively on Countrytown today.
News / Music
Zach Bryan
Zach Bryan Has Declined Submitting His Music For 2025 Grammy Awards Consideration
Bryan reportedly refused Grammy consideration because "he does not feel comfortable with awards shows making music competitive."
News / Music
Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton Donates $1 Million To Support Hurricane Helene Relief
Parton has also partnered with Walmart to deliver over $5 million in support for various charity organisations.
News / Music
Garth Brooks
Garth Brooks Describes Sexual Assault Lawsuit As 'Extortion And Defamation'
"I am not the man they have painted me to be," Brooks declared in a statement.
News / Festivals
Savannah In The Round
Savannah In The Round Sees 25% Growth In Ticket Sales
This year, 24,000 punters will attend Savannah In The Round, including 9,000 unique visitors to the region – a 25% increase on last year’s festival.
News / Festivals
Lee Kernaghan, Kasey Chambers
The Bend Classic Unveils Final Schedule Ahead Of This Month's Event
The set times for Lee Kernaghan, Kasey Chambers, Brad Cox and more are here.
News / Music
Garth Brooks
Garth Brooks Sued By Former Makeup Artist For Alleged Sexual Assault
Jane Roe has accused the country music star of sexual assault and claimed that he made her a subject of continuous unwanted sexual conduct.
News / Music
Rascal Flatts
Rascal Flatts Announce 'Life Is A Highway' Reunion Tour
"It’s hard to believe that next year will be the 25th anniversary of Rascal Flatts..."
News / Music
Roo Arcus
Roo Arcus’ Cars, Merch, Guitars Devastated By Fire
Roo Arcus and his family have been "absolutely devastated" by the blaze.
News / Music
Freight Train Foxes
Freight Train Foxes Win The 2024 Groundwater KIX-Start Competition
Freight Train Foxes have been added to the incredible Groundwater Country Music Festival bill following their win.
Industry / News
Hayley Jensen, Taylor Moss
Wheelhouse Agency Launches 'Country Crush' Series
Hayley Jensen, Taylor Moss, and more will perform for the free country music series every Wednesday in November.
Industry / News
John Butler and Danielle Caruana (Mama Kin)
Applications For The 2025 The Seed Fund's Management Workshop Are Now Open
The Seed Management Workshop was born as the brainchild of John Butler and Danielle Caruana (Mama Kin).
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