Day: 6 October 2016

Maefire on new single “Crawling”, playing Singapore for Music Matters & more!

Melbourne group Maefire have had a hectic 2016 littered with new music releases and impressive shows to boot. While in Singapore for Music Matters last month, the boys sat down with Larry to chat about their experience, new single “Crawling” and more. Beginning the year with the release of popular single “Without You”, Maefire have been…

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Just A Gent announces November/December tour dates!

He’s been shortlisted for the Vanda & Young Songwriting Competition this week and now today, Just A Gent has announced a run of Australian and New Zealand club dates for the final few months of 2016! At just 19, the emerging electronic maestro has been captivating audiences around the country through this year with his praised…

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Single of the Day: Jagwar Ma “Slipping” (2016)

Jagwar Ma‘s new little gem “Slipping” is tasty as hell off the first listen. Following on from the catchy “O B 1”,  the latest from the group is another exciting hit of what’s coming on their sophomore record, Every Now and Then (due out October 14th). “Slipping” is slick and punches with rhythm; we know Jagwar Ma…

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Julia Jacklin on bringing debut LP Don’t Let The Kids Win home for tour in November

Julia Jacklin and her band are pulling in for dinner somewhere in the US midwest when our call is connected. Catching up with the Sydney songwriter in a rare moment of offstage time is an opportunity I wasn’t going to pass up, given how much of a whirlwind this year has been for her so far….

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ICYMI: A look back at our favourite music videos of June 2016

Picking up where we left off recently, our ICYMI series takes a look at the month of June and our favourite music videos released during the month; heading into the second half of 2016, we had the likes of The Delta Riggs, Cane Hill, Allan Smithy, Alex Lahey and Vera Blue all come through with some impressive visuals, while the likes of The Strokes and FEUDS…

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Elefant Traks to throw huge 18th birthday party in Sydney this December!

Happy birthday, Elefant Traks! The Sydney-based label has been keeping the fires going since 1998, supporting and nurturing the careers of some of the country’s beloved artists and this December, the crew is inviting you all to celebrate a very special anniversary with them. Putting on an exclusive Sydney gig on December 10th in the Cake Wines…

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Music Video of the Day: Dan Sultan “Magnetic” (2016)

Dan Sultan has recently shared his new music video for “Magnetic” – definitely striking, definitely memorable. Created by Dropbear, the video took two months to complete, utilising over 60 individual 3D prints and 2,7000 images of Dan. The final result is a brilliant piece of animation to accompany the single, which has definitely struck out as a…

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Blu-Ray Review: Captain America: Civil War (M) (USA, 2016)

The Marvel Cinematic Universe seems to be this juggernaut that keeps pumping out successful film after successful film. They’ve been on this upward trajectory for so long that it seems inevitable that they will have to stumble somewhere. Surprisingly and welcomingly so, Captain America: Civil War is not that movie. There is no denying that surpassing…

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Tessa Thompson and Zoe Kravitz audition for leading female role in Star Wars‘ Han Solo Film

Reported by Variety yesterday, Tessa Thompson (Creed, Selma), Naomi Scott (Power Rangers) and Zoe Kravitz have all tried out for the leading female role in upcoming Han Solo film spin-off. Although the project remains untitled, the actresses all auditioned for the role of the female character in London this week. Directors of the film, Phil…

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New unit revealed for Dawn of War III

In the lead-up to the release of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III,   Sega and Relic Entertainment have unveiled a new unit, the WraithKnight.

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UE announce new app features that allow you to connect 50 (!) speakers together,

UE (Ultimate Ears) has announced a new app  feature that allows you to connect more than 50 UE speakers together.

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Disney’s live-action Mulan film is officially announced; sets 2018 release date

Disney’s live-action adaptation of the animated classic, Mulan is officially happening. The studio behind the film has begun a global search for a Chinese actress to play the legendary hero Mulan. Though, no actresses have been confirmed as potential leads. Especially surprising is that the film, which is being fast-tracked, already has a confirmed release date of November 2nd,…

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Review: The Atura Hotel (Albury, Victoria) is the perfect stopover in a welcoming town

Situated in Albury’s central business district, the Atura Hotel is the perfect stopover for those not only travelling for business, but also for those that simply want a unique stay in a culturally diverse and welcoming town. Upon entering the foyer the staff welcome us with warm enthusiasm as we take in the unusual decor….

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Theatre Review: Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical (Playing at Sydney Lyric until 27th November)

Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical is the perfect show for a casino – packed to the brim with classic cabaret and jazz tunes, a live big band and dazzling set and costumes. Add to the mix an engaging story and a first-rate star and you’re guaranteed to have a mainstream hit on your…

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Pure Blonde expand with low sugar, low carb apple cider

Pure Blonde has to this point been synonymous with beer; most recently realising a surge in sales with the introduction of their low-card alternatives after seeing a double digit decline in regular beer sales. In an effort to stick to these lighter alternatives the Carlton & United Breweries brand have now expanded into the cider…

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Ron Burgundy’s Rich Mahogany Bar to pop up in Melbourne

This one is kind of a big deal. Over two weeks starting from October 13th the Porcelain Tea Parlour in Carlton will be making the classy transition into a pop-up bar themed after one of the most glorious characters comedy cinema has ever given us: Ron Burgundy. The bar’s character will be drawn from San…

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Tim Ho Wan, Dragon Boat and more for free pop up dumpling festival (Melbourne)

Food festivals and collaborations are all the rage right now, so it was about time for a Dumpling Festival. Some of Melbourne’s best dumpling restaurants will be coming together for a five-hour dumpling face-off later this month, a free event that will bring the best out of participating restaurants Tim Ho Wan, China Red, China…

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The Grounds of Alexandria now has its own on-site bakery (Sydney)

Alexandria destination The Grounds is well experienced with serving its patrons artisan breads and pastries but their latest venture, The Bakery, will see this offering carried through with even more gusto and allow for some exciting exclusives. Think trays of lime & meringue tartlets, freshly baked Pigion Seed loaf, a pistachio olive oil and polenta cake…

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