Of Monsters and Men are going to be coming back our way for a quick visit next year, with a short east coast tour today being announced for April and May! The group of Icelandic darlin’s did it up right when they played Splendour this year and continued to build on what’s become a strong…
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Having a look at the last year and a bit for Irish songwriter SOAK, it’s a fair understatement that she’s just been trucking along. Off the back of her acclaimed debut release Before We Forgot To Dream, SOAK has become more than a buzz name, but more of a enigmatic performer whose potential just keeps…
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Australian artist Mandy Kane tomorrow releases his new EP Darkness & Divine – a five track collection of tunes representing a definite evolution of his style, songwriting technique and a further along the line from what Kane’s fans may be expecting of the artist who first made waves with his 2009 debut, Tragic Daydreams. Also…
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Final weekend of November! Let’s do it and do it up right. Heading into the final weeks of the year, there are some sick live shows ticking off the final weekends of 2015 in style. We take a look at some local artists who are going to be putting on some cool shows down the…
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Sitting alongside Harry Potter star Matthew Lewis at the autograph signing table at Supanova Adelaide, I watch a trio of little girls who are engaged in a battle of charm with the 26 year old Leeds native. The girls compliment Lewis on being ‘very good’ in the Potter films before turning their attention to the…
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Blackalicious need no introduction. The hip hop duo have returned in fine form this year, dropping their first studio album in ten years in Imani Vol.1. The Swahili word for ‘Faith’, Imani Vol.1 has shown the California act’s desire to continue exploring and developing upon a melting pot of musical influences remain a dominant character….
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This review contains spoilers following the screening of The Beautiful Lie on ABC1. — “You get away with everything, just because you’re a man. All you ever do is hold a baby and everyone says, ‘Oh, wow! What a great dad.’ People expect so little of you.” “Yeah – and I still disappoint everybody. It’s…
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It’s been some time since I’ve been able to properly catch up with The Griswolds. From the beginning of this year, the Sydney band’s international profile has skyrocketed considerably ever since they landed their first support slot alongside breakthrough US pop giants Walk the Moon. The release of The Griswolds’ debut album Be Impressive in…
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The 2016 PANAMA Festival has jsut gotten a lot bigger with the second and final round of artist announced! The festival already features the likes of Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, Methyl Ethel and Natalie Prass, but has backed it up solidly with some artists reppin’ some strongly diverse music for sure. 2016 PANAMA FESTIVAL…
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Southbound has continued to come through with the goods ahead of its 2016 event, with the announcement of more DJs and funky additional areas to the festival – all to ensure that you’ve got all your New Year party plans sorted. Of course, Southbound isn’t happening over the New Year’s Eve period like its Falls…
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Now, I may be slightly biased (being based in Adelaide), but South Australia has been producing some brilliant songwriters over the past few years. Across all genres too, but in particular, our folk and acoustic songwriters have really been coming through with the goods. Todd Sibbin is a perfect example; as he prepares to head…
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It would seem that the days of female singers being positions as pictures of ideal perfection within music videos to play purely into the male gaze are becoming more and more a thing of the past. We’re at the point with pop music today that seeing skin on skin, revealing costuming and extravagant weave action…
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It’s safe to say that Chris Panousakis has had a pretty great 2015. As Timberwolf, the young South Australian songwriter has been able to not only release his debut EP Flux to a decent round of praise and his live shows have been well-received all around the country. Just recently, Timberwolf’s efforts were recognised at…
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RÜFÜS have come out of the gates swingin’ today, dropping details of their much-anticipated sophomore record, the tracklisting and a brand new single. Taken from Bloom, the trio have released a new surefire hit in “Innerbloom”. Once again conjuring up a blissful electronic atmosphere, RÜFÜS have taken all of the things fans have come to…
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If you had wanted to have your pants charmed off and your heart captured by talented Swede José González all the while kicking it at the Melbourne Zoo, bad luck if you were still hoping to grab tickets. Today, González’s Melbourne Zoo Twilights show has officially sold out, the show’s ticket allocation being exhausted in…
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Christopher Judge would easily have to be one of the most recognisable faces from sci-fi TV if you’ve had any passing interest in Stargate over the years. As Teal’c, Judge’s presence within the Stargate universe has been one that has traversed SG:1 and from there, the actor has gone on to flex that creative muscle…
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Chris Cresswell and his Flatliners brothers are soon to be in Australia for the first time in a little while, touring with Lagwagon. It’s been a decent minute in between drinks and the enthusiasm is clear when the Ontario frontman chats with me about the upcoming run of tour dates (set to kick off next…
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Brisbane’s Love Like Hate have been further developing their current exploration of some gorgeous and dark pop balladry with “List”, part of their fascinating Unnoticed EP. Recorded with Lachlan Mitchell, the EP has seen the duo really sink their teeth into some exciting blends of post-punk licked guitars and darker pop melodies, a fusion which…
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Sydney’s Gang of Youths, currently away in the US focusing on their next lot of new music, haven’t forgotten about their Australian fans – today the band has dropped a new round of national tour dates for next year! When they return home, they return home for the ARIA Awards, where they’re currently grasping a…
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Melbourne’s Tough Uncle are definitely new kids on the scene, but these musos are some slick individuals you may recognise. Rising out of the ashes of Fire, Santa Rosa!, Fire!, the trio of Adelaide expats are here to give us some feel-good indie rock in debut single “Focus”. The bass lines are punchy, Dave’s lead…
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As we edge into the first evening of showcases as part of Australian Music Week, we take a look at some more of the artists preparing to do their thing over the weekend. From country to some indie rock, the following artists represent a solid and diverse line up of bands and solo musicians lined…
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Almost in December! Some massive tours are just around the corner, not to mention ARIA Week is waiting in lieu for another year too. But before all that, let’s take a look at some of the killer shows the AU team is looking forward to this weekend. Wave Racer – BRISBANE Wave Racer brings the…
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Courtney Barnett has just taken out Australian Album of the Year at the J Awards, with the acclaimed Sometimes I Sit And Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit claiming yet another accolade for 2015. The album was up against releases from the likes of Tame Impala and Gang of Youths and currently has Barnett continuously…
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This year has seen The Maccabees release the long awaited follow up album to 2012’s Given to the Wild in the acclaimed Marks to Prove It. A continued development of the Londoners’ striking and confident musicianship, The Maccabees’ latest offering sees the five-piece taking a further step out and really dive into the creative fire…
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A huge round of names have been added to SXSW Music program, featuring artists from all corners of the globe. The Australian contingent continues to become a well-rounded and diverse one for the festival next year, with alt-country, rock, electro and more being represented. Amid the new round of artists being announced today, SXSW Music…
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Adelaide’s Max Savage presents his latest effort in new single, “Baby Don’t Cry”, an earnest and gorgeous track that sees the songwriter pursue a more intimate and stripped back vibe – just vocals and the aid of an electric guitar. Fans will be aware of the raucous rock and roll type shows and music Savage…
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Yes, yes, YES! After seeing Hayley Mary make an appearance and present at the Independent Music Awards last month, thoughts immediately turned to when The Jezabels would be releasing some new music. Today, we have that answer. The Sydney band will be releasing their new album Synthia via MGM Distribution next February following 18 months…
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The Supanova Pop Culture Expo comes to Adelaide and Brisbane for another year over the next few weekends, providing fans an opportunity to connect with the ‘Supa-Star’ guests who’ve come from all different backgrounds, be it current blockbuster film or TV franchises, cult TV hits, independent film and more. Ahead of the Adelaide expo (November…
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There are few bands who I’ve been lucky enough to witness multiple times in the past few years who have managed to leave a starkly different set of memories with me following each set. The first time I saw Future Islands was earlier in the year at the Laneway Festival and they wasted no time…
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The Kurzel family is on a hot streak this year, with Jed Kurzel added to the film family’s accolades in winning the top prize at this year’s Screen Music Award! Winning the Feature Score of the Year Award for his work on Slow West, a film that won much acclaim at Sundance, Kurzel claimed the…
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