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
Matt Ward
Matt Ward Leads This Week's 'Grass Roots' Program
Each week, ABC Country shines a light on the best, in-demand country music on its Grass Roots program. Here are this week's picks.
Features / Music
Tori Forsyth
Tori Forsyth 'Feels Grateful' To Be A Part Of The Australian Country Music Scene Represented At BIGSOUND
"When I started releasing music in country at 19 years old, the landscape was very different. The fanbase is growing."
News / Music
The Bushwackers
The Bushwackers Give Up Their Spot On 'The Voice Australia'
"We feel truly grateful for this opportunity."
News / Music
Fight Begins Outside Porta-Potties At Morgan Wallen Gig
No arrests were made following the public (and now viral) brawl posted online.
News / Music
Luke Combs
Luke Combs & Wife Nicole Welcome Baby Boy Beau Lee
"Beau Lee Combs. Welcome to the world. We couldn’t love you more".
News / Music
Max Jackson
Max Jackson Signs With Stephen White Management
"It’s a dream come true to join forces with Stephen White Management in this next phase of my career."
News / Music
Casey Barnes
Casey Barnes Reveals Optimistic New Hit 'Never Give Up On A Good Time'
The music video was filmed at the Gympie Music Muster - can you spot yourself in the clip?
News / Music
Jake Davey
Jake Davey Details Living With 'Critical' Spinal Condition
“It’s been a devastating few weeks and as nerves take time to heal, I’m unable to predict the outcome.”
News / Music
Gabby Barrett
Gabby Barrett Is Pregnant With Her Third Child
Congratulations to the happy parents! Countrytown wishes Gabby Barrett a smooth pregnancy.
News / Music
Morgan Wallen
Is Morgan Wallen Opening A Bar In Nashville?
Morgan Wallen is reportedly looking to open a six-storey live music venue, bar, gift shop and rooftop entertainment area.
Features / Premiere
Lane Pittman
VIDEO PREMIERE: Lane Pittman - 'Love In A Country Town'
'Love In A Country Town' marks a fresh start for Lane Pittman.
Features / Music
Melody Moko
Melody Moko On Heading To BIGSOUND: 'I Love The Broad Range Of Corners Country Is Inhabiting'
Ahead of her appearance at BIGSOUND 2023, Australian singer Melody Moko reveals the artists she's most excited to see and what she hopes to take away from the conference and music event.
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