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 / Interviews
Bronson Diamond
Meet Bronson Diamond, The Unknown Aussie Singer 'Having A Go' And Taking TikTok By Storm
Australian singer Bronson Diamond discusses how he dealt with the mixed emotions behind the sudden viral success of his song with partner Greta Stanley, 'Stay In Your Lane'.
Features / Music
The Travelin’ McCourys, William Alexander, Emily Grace Taylor
The Travelin’ McCourys, William Alexander & Emily Grace Taylor: Highlights From This Week's Grass Roots
Every week, ABC Country's Grass Roots program spotlights the best independently released Australian country music.
Features / Interviews
Brewn
Brewn Spread A Message That Is 'Positive' And Filled With 'Unity' On New Banger 'Hands Up'
To celebrate the release of 'Hands Up', singer Mick Bond caught up with a Q&A with Countrytown to let us into the world of Brewn.
Features / Music
James Johnston, Kaylee Bell, Casey Barnes, Melanie Dyer, Morgan Evans
Casey Barnes, Kaylee Bell, James Johnston & More Reveal How Their Songs Come Together
Casey Barnes, James Johnston, Melanie Dyer, Morgan Evans and Kaylee Bell reveal the behind-the-scenes aspects of their songwriting and their all-time karaoke songs exclusively for Countrytown.
News / Festivals
Deni Ute Muster
14 New Acts Added To Deni Ute Muster Line-up
"Each year, we always say that our entertainment is bigger and better, but this year, I believe we have really outdone any previous year..."
News / Music
Morgan Wallen
Morgan Wallen Addresses Alleged Chair Throwing Incident: 'I'm Not Proud Of My Behaviour'
"I didn't feel right publicly checking in until I made amends with some folks."
News / Music
Kelsea Ballerini
Kelsea Ballerini Files Restraining Order Against Alleged Hacker
A temporary restraining order has been filed against an alleged hacker and "former member" of Kelsea Ballerini's fan club.
News / Music
Dickey Betts
Allman Brothers Band Co-Founder Dickey Betts Passes Away
"Play on Brother Dickey, you will be forever remembered and deeply missed."
News / Music
HARDY, Snoop Dogg
HARDY Covers Snoop Dogg's 'Gin & Juice'
HARDY respects the original, not playing 'Gin & Juice' for laughs and even channels some vocal modification in the chorus.
News / Music
Kaylee Bell
Kaylee Bell Nominated For Three Huge Awards At The 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards
Kaylee Bell's star is about to rise even further.
Features / Premiere
Jade Gibson & Kyle Shilling in 'Down The Road' music video
VIDEO PREMIERE: Jade Gibson - 'Down The Road'
"From my heart to yours, we were overdue for a love song..."
News / Music
Katy Perry, Jelly Roll
Katy Perry Recommends Jelly Roll For Her Replacement As 'American Idol' Judge
"To have any of these guys plus Jelly on the show would be amazing. I love you, Jelly!"
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