Day: 3 September 2024

Science and Art Collide: Beaker Street Festival 2024 Ignites Hobart

In a world grappling with complex political and economic challenges, there’s something that continues to drive progress, hope and helps bring people together… SCIENCE! The Beaker Street Festival in Hobart just wrapped up its eighth year, and it’s clear that the city was buzzing with excitement. This annual celebration isn’t just your average science fair—it’s…

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“I was on my own, envisioning lots of people”: The lost solo years of Party Dozen’s Jonathan Boulet

Whether he’s blasting away behind the drum kit for beloved Sydney noise-rock duo Party Dozen or churning out distorted bass-lines for punk power trio Arse, there’s no mistaking the towering presence of Jonathan Boulet in the contemporary Australian music scene. The multi-instrumentalist even makes waves behind the boards, having served as a producer for bands…

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Film Review: Thelma is a hilarious, and unlikely, love letter to the action genre

Though it leans into the action/thriller genre with a supreme wink, Thelma, Josh Margolin‘s frequently hilarious, always poignant ode to his own grandmother (and, clearly, a love of the action genre), is never spoofing the films it so evidently is earning its laughs from; and it’s that sweetness and keen sense of reinvention that helps…

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Interview: Josh Margolin on honouring his grandmother in action love letter Thelma and the stunt work of June Squibb

Thelma Post is a 93-year-old grandmother who loses $10,000 to a con artist on the phone. With help from a friend and his motorized scooter, she soon embarks on a treacherous journey across Los Angeles to reclaim what was taken from her. Not the most likely action narrative, but it’s the perfect genre entry for…

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The Saints

The Saints to release new (I’m) Stranded Vinyl Boxset alongside expanded ’73-’78 Australian Tour

Legendary Australian seminal punk rock band The Saints have announced new dates for an ever expanding Australian tour, celebrating their music released between 1973 to 1978. The tour is now set to coincide with the release of a brand new (I’m) Stranded vinyl Boxset release. This version of the group includes original founding members Ed…

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Parker Woodland

Exclusive Single Premiere: Parker Woodland “Never Met a Stranger” (2024)

Today we head to Austin, Texas, the home of Parker Woodland, a power trio and their new single, “Never Met a Stranger”, featuring some fabulous psych rock. Tackling grief it showcases the ability for music to heal, and takes us on quite the journey, with dark psychedelic guitar lines, hushed vocals, haunting yet upbeat. We…

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The Spellshop book cover

Book Review: Sarah Beth Durst’s The Spellshop is a sweet fantasy story about finding home

The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst is a sweet, cosy fantasy story about letting people in, building community, and making a home for oneself. Kiela has lived and worked in the Great Library in the city of Alyssium for many years. She’s sequestered in the stacks with the previous volumes that she is responsible for…

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Top 15 Gaming Gear for 2024

The gaming world keeps pushing the envelope with gear that’s all about taking your game to the next level. Whether you’re deep into e-sports, streaming, or just gaming for fun, the right accessories can make all the difference. This year’s lineup isn’t just about high-powered hardware—it’s about software and tools that boost every aspect of…

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