Month: October 2014

Single Stream: Foo Fighters "The Feast and the Famine" (2014)

Another week, another episode of the Foo Fighters‘ HBO series Sonic Highways – and with that comes another featured track off the album! This week we enjoy “The Feast and the Famine”, the second track on the record. It was recorded with guests Bad Brains at Inner Ear Studios in Arlington, VA – Listen to…

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Exclusive Live Video Premiere: Project24 presents Sabrina Lawrie & The Hunting Party performing "From The Edge" (2014)

The AU is excited to bring you the premiere of the latest installment – number 39 no less – of the Project24 series. A video project that brings you a new live video on the 24th of each month, with each video performed live, recorded, filmed, mixed, mastered and edited… in 24 hours. This month…

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the AU interview: Eva Michon, Director of "Life After Death From Above" talks about working with DFA 1979.

The new Death From Above 1979 Documentary, Life After Death From Above has been released on VOD through Vimeo, so we caught up with the film’s director Eva Michon to find out how she got involved in the project, what it was like working with Sebastien and Jesse, their tense first rehearsals before Coachella and…

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the AU interview: Jenny Queen (Ohio via Sydney) talks Country and Inner Western, Shane Nicholson and Americana

Ahead of her performance next week at Goodgod in Sydney as part of the Country and Inner Western night, we took some time out to get to know Sydney artist Jenny Queen, talking about how she got started in the music scene, who inspires her, the Americana genre, performing with Shane Nicholson and more! When…

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Film Review: This Is Where I Leave You (USA, 2014)

This Is Where I Leave You is the new dramedy from Director Shawn Levy, who many not be a name most are familiar with, but chances are you’ve seen one of his films. Through his massive hits like Night at the Museum, Just Married, Cheaper By The Dozen, Pink Panther and their sequels, his films have…

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the AU interview: Jimmy Daley of The Morrisons (Sydney)

We took some time to get to know Jimmy Daley from Sydney’s The Morrisons – purveyors of all good in alt-country, bluegrass, old-timey and folk music! They’re playing Goodgod next week as part of their new monthly “Country and Inner Western” night. We talk about the show, the band, how he came to be a…

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Exclusive Music Video Premiere: Sirma "Trigger" (2014)

After speaking to New York based artist Sirma about her debut EP Instincts, we’re excited to bring you the Australian exclusive premiere of the music video for its single “Trigger”. Watch it here:

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Exclusive Album Premiere: Ben Ottewell (Gomez) "Rattlebag" (2014)

Tomorrow marks the release of Gomez’s Ben Ottewell new record Rattlebag via Cooking Vinyl Australia – alongside the start of his national Australian tour. The album serves as the follow up to Ottewell’s 2011 solo Shapes & Shadows, which featured tracks like “Blackbird”, “Take This Beach”, “Shapes and Shadows”. On Rattlebag, Ottewell has collaborated again…

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Film Review: Fury (MA15+) (USA, 2014)

It is 1945. WWII is coming to an end and an American army sergeant named Wardaddy (Brad Pitt) is leading his tank crew (Shia LaBeouf, Michael Peña and Jon Bernthal) through Germany. After one of their gunners is killed in battle, they are given a desk clerk named Norman (Logan Lerman) as his replacement. Terrified…

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First trailer is released for new Chris Rock film Top Five

The first trailer for Top Five has landed and Chris Rock is back behind the camera for his third directorial effort. The comedy sees the veteran comedian play a satirical version of himself, a comedic actor named Andre Allen who has decided to drop the jokes in lieu of a more serious acting career. When…

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Fury is released in Australian cinemas today: New Featurette and Clip Revealed!

Starring Brad Pitt and Logan Lerman, Fury is a highly anticipated American war film directed and written by David Ayer who is best known for his work in End of Watch and Sabotage. The film is set during World War II and centres around the main character, Wardaddy (Brad Pitt), and his crew of men, undertaking…

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the AU interview: Ryan Bingham (USA) talks Tomorrowland and a debut Australian headline tour

Whilst academy award winning songwriter Ryan Bingham was in Australia for his first headline tour, we caught up with him to chat about the tour, Tomorrowland, his unreleased new album and writing songs for TV and Film. I think it’s 4 there and not too far off show time, how do you normally prepare for…

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Photo Gallery: Rodriguez – Sydney Opera House (21.10.14)

The iconic Rodriguez brought an unforgettable show through to the Sydney Opera House last night. Gwen Lee brings you this gallery from the show!

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Sleater-Kinney are back! Release new single "Bury Our Friends" and announce first new album in 10 years!

We suppose just about every “reunion” is inevitable these days, but it doesn’t stop us from getting excited about it. Iconic punk trio Sleater-Kinney are the latest to get us excited, announcing today their first album in ten years, No Cities To Love, which will be released on 16th January 2015 on Sub Pop via…

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the AU interview: Monte (Sydney) talk debut album "Who We Are"

Larry Heath interviewed two parts of emerging Sydney rockers Monte on Monday, at AU HQ, to talk about their debut album Who We Are, which is available now, touring and much more. Follow the guys on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/wearemonte

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The Foo Fighters are coming to Australia and New Zealand.

As they ramp up excitement for their new album Sonic Highways, thanks to the HBO series of the same name, the album’s opening song – and subject of the series’ first episode “Something From Nothing” has been the subject of a Frontier Touring hashtag: #SOMETHINGNOTHINGOZNZ. And now there is this, a webpage devoted to the…

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Watch never-before-seen early footage of Death From Above 1979's "Dead Womb" Music Video.

With the new documentary Life After Death From Above available on VOD through Vimeo now, the filmmakers have released this exclusive clip, which dates back to 2003, when Death From Above 1979 (the film’s subjects) were recording a never-to-be-released lo-fi music video for their single “Dead Womb”. Watch the clip here: Rent or Buy the…

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Single Stream: Service Bells "Undertaker" (2014)

Formed in 2013 by ex-Cameras Fraser Harvey and Mike Morgan, along with Ben Morgan and Bill Johnston, Service Bells have fast become one of our favourite bands in Sydney. They even played our 6th Birthday Party! What legends. And we can tell you from that show that they deliver unquestionably powerful, provocative and entertaining live…

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VideAU Tech Review: Sony Xperia Z3 (October 2014)

Sony have just released their latest smartphone in Australia, the anticipated Xperia Z3, some six months after they made waves with their last model. The updates focus on the entertainment factor (in particular its use as a remote screen for the Playstation 4) as well as a slimmer, lighter and improved ergonomic designs. Screen and…

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What to Watch: The Iris’ Weekly TV Picks (23rd – 26th October)

Thursday Inside Amy Schumer, ABC2, 10 pm AEST Conversational comedian Amy Schumer knows absolutely no bounds. On this episode, she tackles some of her many regrets from having a one-night stand to auditioning for the infamous ‘2 Girls 1 Cup’. Not one to watch with your grandma. Friday Underworld, 7 Mate, 9:40 pm AEST Pre-dating…

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Win a double pass to see An American Werewolf In London in Sydney!

Some of cinemas most celebrated titles are set to return to the big screen at Event Cinemas George Street, with the recent launch of the In The House Program. Hosted by Channel 7’s Jason ‘Jabba’ Davis, and Quinny from Supanova, the festival will feature the upcoming Christmas session of Pulp Fiction which has been upgraded…

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New Clip and Featurette released for Whiplash – in cinemas tomorrow!

How far would you go to be great? The new film Whiplash, out in limited release tomorrow, shows us just how much one young drummer Andrew (Teller) is prepared to give… and take… in order to be great. A first year jazz student, he is handpicked by Fletcher (Simmons), a teacher who is known equally…

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Win a X-Men: Days Of Future Past prize pack!

The only way to save the future is to go into the past. Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment takes you back in time to stop the end of the world with X-Men: Days Of Future Past released recently on Digital HD and 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD. Featuring a massive collaboration of legendary actors and…

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Film Review: Whiplash (MA15+) (USA, 2014)

Apparently the world of jazz musicianship is particularly vicious if Whiplash is anything to go by, a “Full Metal Jacket at Julliard” type thriller that comes courtesy of producer Jason Blum, whose credits include such scarers as Insidious, Paranormal Activity and Sinister. Though it seems strange that a producer best known for his work in the horror…

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Album Review: You+Me – rose ave. (2014 LP)

A bond shared between two friends is a special thing, but to be able to share what you’re most passionate about can make this bond even stronger. Created by both Dallas Green (of City and Colour) and Alecia Moore (P!nk), rose ave. is a collaborative effort made by both talented musicians and one that can be appreciated by…

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Eddie Izzard Comedy Gala – Sydney Opera House (18.10.14)

The 4th Annual Just For Laughs Festival came to an end in Sydney over the weekend with a string of hilarious appearances from some of the worlds finest comedians. Though as is the case most years, the hottest ticket this weekend was the Gala, taking over the Concert Hall on Saturday night. With names like…

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Editor's Picks: 5 Aussies Not to Miss at The Aussie BBQ at CMJ – Larry Heath gives his top 5 artists ahead of the NYC event!

Kicking off in New York a matter of hours is the annual CMJ Music Marathon, a showcase of the finest up and coming bands from around the world. This year over 50 Australian bands have made the cut, and over the past week, Sose and Chris have delivered their festival picks. We also interviewed some…

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Listen as we challenge Ed and Jamie from Bombay Bicycle Club (UK) to a round of Australian Music Trivia

We challenged Ed Nash and Jamie Maccoll of UK quartet Bombay Bicycle Club to a game of Australian Music Trivia while they were in Australia last month. it’s slightly possible we made the game a little harder than we need to – but in any case, listen back and enjoy as we delve into the…

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the AU interview: Dan Clarkson – Co-Writer, Performer and Creator of "Potted Potter" (Opening at the Sydney Theatre Tonight)

Larry Heath sits down with Daniel Clarkson, co-writer, co-performer and co-creator of the internationally touring comedy show Potted Potter, which condenses all seven Harry Potter books into seventy minutes. Following a successful run of the show in 2012 with other actors, Dan is currently in Australia touring the show with the other half of the…

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Live Review: Arundel – Oxford Art Factory, Sydney (18.10.14)

Brisbane’s Arundel have undertaken a fascinating journey to bring them to the point they’re at now. With its origins as a solo project that resulted in brilliant tracks like “Living with Dinosaurs” (that we featured on the AU some 3 years ago) from Lucas Arundell (yes, two l’s), Arundel has evolved into a massive five…

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