This week in album news, we hear a taste of Cloud Nothings‘ fourth studio album, Sampha is set to release his highly-anticipated debut and The Flaming Lips are as influential and prolific as ever… BONOBO Simon Green, the multi-talented muso behind Bonobo, will release his first solo album since 2013 this January via Ninja Tune. Titled Migration,…
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Before wrapping up a huge year packed with touring plus the release his latest album, Ganberu, Melbourne singer/producer/writer Yeo has just put out a brand new single, “Frost”. This slinky lil’ number is classic Yeo: layers of textural pop and electronic glitches, bobbing and weaving around the muso’s low-fi vocals that simply glide. Just when you think this is…
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Miss Saigon has been a regular favourite among theatregoers and in the 25th anniversary film showing the 2014 West End production it’s easy to see why. The musical is a high-stakes love story set in and after the Vietnam War. It also boasts an excellent score that captures the full gamut of emotions and fragility…
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For fans that haven’t had the opportunity to suit up as their favourite Overwatch‘s 22 heroes, now’s your chance! Next weekend (November 19 – 22 AEDT), Overwatch will allow fans to round up their own team and take part in the Overwatch Free Weekend. During this time, players will have access to 13 maps and…
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After a couple of ho-hum episodes, Ash vs Evil Dead is finally heating up, taking things back to their roots with a hefty amount of comedy and gore. Now that the book has seemingly been plunged into the underworld, Ash is about to get his life back together. Sheriff Emery however has other plans and…
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It’s been announced that Michael Miller, screenwriter of Indigenous superhero series Cleverman, has won the 2016 John Hinde Award for the Science Fiction category. The award includes $10,000 from the Australian Writers Guild too. Miller has won the richest sci-fi screenwriting prize in Australia for episode five of the series. It was aired on ABC TV…
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The annual Australian International Tattoo Expo will return to the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, from Friday 18 – Sunday 20 November. Over 10,000 local tattoo enthusiasts are expected to attend iconic event. The 2016 line-up will feature over 250 international and local tattoo artists including: Corey Devine from Los Angeles, Ink Master guest Jesse Smith from…
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The Client Liaison boys Harvey and Monte are always ahead of the trends and are known for their on point #farshun choices. Honestly, how do we keep up? Thanks to a collaboration with Kirsty Barros, this luxury summer line brings us every bit of peach and lime goodness in stylish apparel and accessories. It’s hard to feel…
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With glorious views of Sydney Harbour, lights shinning off the water and the hum of chatter surrounding you like the embrace of an old friend, the scene was set for the 2016 Walsh Bay Arts Table. Walsh Bay’s annual Arts Table dinner offered patrons the unique opportunity to dine al fresco on the water’s…
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Mateus Rosé is teaming up with Have You Heard Events to bring Sydney a perfect perspective of summer: a flotilla of yachts set on Sydney Harbour complete with floaties and fans of the pink drink. The event promises the sun and sails, the fun and friends, the beats and boats, and of course the rosé…
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Mercedes-Benz have brought another big fashion event to Carriageworks, presenting MADE Sydney across this weekend in the iconic arts hub. The hybrid fashion, skate, and music event will be making its debut from Friday 11th November, seeking the recreate the alternative fashion that made this such a mainstay on the New York fashion scene since…
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It’s always wonderful seeing Martha Wainwright touring Australia and when she was announced on both the Twilight at Taronga and Melbourne Zoo Twilight series’, fingers were crossed that a more extensive tour announcement was on its way. And here it is! Along with these special zoo shows, Wainwright will be touring the rest of the country…
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Last Saturday afternoon, WAMFest‘s Saturday Spectacular took over Perth streets to celebrate live music in a variety of venues that threw open their doors to the public for some unmissable free shows. One of the many artists on the bill, FOAM, take us through their experience and their own highlights from the event… __ Joel Martin: By 5:30pm, the sun had…
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Northeast Party House and a bunch of mates, a lot of alcohol and a warehouse ready to be partied within. All the ingredients for a hectic music video were put into the mix recently and the final result is in the Melbourne band’s newy for “Heartbreaker”. With the majority of the clip’s budget going towards ensuring…
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Australian singer-songwriter legend Brian Cadd has reunited The Bootleg Family Band after 40 years for a new album, Bulletproof. Marking 50 years in the industry and the 70 years on this Earth; I spoke to Brian about birthday plans, longevity and those moments he’ll never forget.
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It’s a blast from the past for fellow Nintendo users as the new The Nintendo Classic Mini: Nintendo Entertainment System made its launch today in both Australia and New Zealand. Newcomers and NES veterans alike are now able to play past games using the new system while also experiencing new and exclusive features such as…
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Grounded by Amy Adams’ breathtaking performance, Arrival is a departure of sorts for director Denis Villeneuve, opting to showcase the lighter sound of humanity here as opposed to the more pessimistic tones he showcased with Prisoners and Sicario. A film that feels both personal and grand, Arrival intertwines the beginnings and endings of time, creating…
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Australian comedian Charlie Pickering, former host of The Project, and current host of The Weekly with Charlie Pickering performed at Rockwood Music Hall in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, on a quiet and cold Monday night. Let me preface this review by saying two things: 1. I found out later that Madonna (yes, that…
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Chats with Barry Conrad always consist of many belly laughs, lots of talk about food and somehow getting off the phone with an extra pep in your step. The guy has been hard at work yet again having just been announced to play Kenickie in Grease – The Arena Experience. We couldn’t be happier for Barry….
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Saké Jr proves that eating healthy does not need to leave you feeling hungry or unhappy. This fast and casual Japanese eatery located in the recently revamped Grosvenor Place complex in Sydney is the sister store to the fine-dining favourite, Saké Restaurant & Bar. It has a variety of fresh foods and drinks for sale…
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As they approach the end of what has been a tremendous year of growth, hospitality juggernaut Urban Purveyor Group have announced a merger with Neil Perry’s Rockpool Group to create what is now known as Rockpool Dining Group. It’s a coup for the Quadrant Private Equity backed group, who have employed global hospitality veteran Thomas…
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Groovin’ The Moo has unveiled its 2017 venues and dates today, with the regional festival tour kicking off in Adelaide on April 28th through until its final stop in Bunbury on May 13th. Some special surprises are coming to the festival in coming months, with plans for an extra boosted GTM long weekend at Oakbank soon…
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For Melbourne electronic-pop group The Hiding, being away from loved ones and home recently did wonders for reasserting perspective and raising spirits upon their homecoming. In their new single “Dream Catcher’s Life”, the band looks forward and keeps the positive vibes pushing. For lyricist and guitarist Anthony Salce, the song was informed by the band’s trip to the…
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Jody Direen is making big waves in Australia. The New Zealand country music singer/songwriter, who just recently toured with The Wolfe Brothers, moved to Australia and released her third studio album; sat down to talk about touring, lyrics and the importance of fashion.
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Twenty-two year old New Yorker Elliot Moss has released his dark new single “Without The Lights”, following up his debut LP Highspeeds earlier last year. “Without The Lights” is a compilation of visually stunning choreography directed by Phillip Chbeeb – whose video for the single “Slip” off Highspeeds went viral. This time round, we follow the narrative…
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Today’s Single of the Day is the debut release from Brisbane solo project Opaeka. Even though we’re coming into the summer months, Opaeka pulls out the dark and atmospheric vibes, reminiscent of the likes of Foals and Daughter. The open and roomy indie pop feel of the track is all led by singer and songwriter Roy Gordon’s strong and…
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Better known as one of the world’s greatest fashion designers, Tom Ford proves himself every inch the competent filmmaker with Nocturnal Animals. Verifying his debut feature A Single Man was no flash in the pan either, Ford juxtaposes a relationship drama feature with a violent revenge tale in such an effortless fashion you’d swear you…
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Taking its outlandish concept and maintaining a balance of wit and intelligence, Gavin O’Connor illustrates a sense of faith for his audience with The Accountant, allowing the film to entertain them without pandering in the process. With its sense of humour in check the film utilises Ben Affleck’s stone-cold gaze and considerable physique to the…
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Doctor Strange dominated the box office again for the second week in a row, taking in $3.70 million this week, despite only showing at 558 screens (it opened on 643 screens last week). This makes it Marvel’s 14th consecutive #1 movie. In 2nd spot on the ladder is the Mel Gibson-directed Hacksaw Ridge, which premiered this week. It…
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Well someone had to do it. In an Australian first, Stan has scored the exclusive rights to stream one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time, Seinfeld. Every episode, whenever you want. Beginning on November 11, Stan will add the seminal series to it’s growing catalogue and whats more, all 180 episodes will be…
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