Daniel Hanssen captured Dean Lewis in Melbourne on Friday night as he kicked off his massive Australian tour. He was joined by Robinson and Jack Gray. Check out the full gallery here:
Read MoreThe Fairgrounds Festival hit the Berry Showgrounds at the weekend, and the fourth incarnation of this festival was the greatest yet. On the back of winning an ARIA a week ago, Vance Joy delivered in spades on the Friday night. The night was closed out by the super-terrestrial Pond, who never disappoint. On Saturday, The…
Read MoreShihad wrapped up their 30th Anniversary tour at Melbourne’s 170 Russell on Friday night, with support coming from Young Lions and The Dead Love. Our photographer Rebecca Houlden was there to capture all the action.
Read MoreBloc Party hit the Hordern Pavillion last night and it was a massive party. The crowd celebrating the band playing their classic album Silent Alarm in its entirety. They even played ‘Little Thoughts’, which was a bonus track on the UK re-release. Photos by Bruce Baker.
Read MoreNathan Atkins takes us onto the exclusive red carpet of the 2018 ARIA Awards in Sydney to see the likes of Cub Sport, Peking Duk, Amy Shark, a surprise appearance by Bob Geldof and many more.
Read MoreNathan Atkins was backstage at the 2018 ARIA Awards capturing all the winners as they came through. Here’s a list of all the winners from the 2018 event, and the photos of the lucky winners with their pointy trophies… Apple Music Song Of The Year 5 Seconds Of Summer – Youngblood (Capitol UK/EMI) Apple Music…
Read MoreThe band was back together again. After a break of nearly 10 years from the band, Alana Skyring was back on drums with The Grates for a triumphant gig at the Factory. The joy on her face during the gig reflected that of everyone who was lucky enough to be there to witness the performance….
Read MoreOn Thursday night in Melbourne, Alex The Astronaut was joined on stage by the one and only Paul Kelly, with Hachiku and Emily Soon taking on support duties. Daniel Hanssen was there and brings us these photos from the show:
Read MoreMojo Juju was joined by Nasty Mars at the Oxford Art Factory in Sydney last night. Belinda Dipalo was there and brings back these pictures from the breathtaking performance:
Read MoreEleven years after their debut album A Guide To Love, Loss & Desperation, The Wombats continue to be a force to be reckoned with in Australia. Daniel Hanssen was at their recent return to Melbourne to capture them with Eves Karydas.
Read MoreHip-Hop collaborators Remi and Raiza Biza dropped their single “Runner” in September, and their Black Hole Sun EP last month to critical acclaim. To celebrate the release, the Aussie/NZ duo have hit the road for an intimate run of shows around the country. On Friday night, they were joined by Cool Out Sun at the Landsdowne Hotel…
Read MoreA 90 minute blackout of the whole of Mullumbimby didn’t deter festival goers during day 2 of this fine festival known as Mullum Music. Gomez’s Ben Ottewell finished his set unplugged, and the incredible Saint Sister from Ireland performed an abbreviated but spellbinding set from the edge of the stage. From adversity comes outstanding highlights. Bruce…
Read MoreShihad kicked off the Australian leg of their 30th Anniversary tour with an awesome show at the Rosemount Hotel in Perth. Joining them for the celebrations were the impressive Legs Electric. Our photographer Stuart Sevastos was there to capture all the highlights of the night.
Read MoreThe 2018 Mullum Music Festival finished on a high yesterday, with a day packed with outstanding performances. Caiti Baker performed her last show of the year. Mike Love unleashed his good vibes and rhythms to a receptive audience. Husky Gawenda wooed the audience with a solo show, and then accompanied by the wonderful Hannah Cameron. Whilst, Thando closed out the Civic…
Read MoreThe first official day of the Mullum Festival kicked off in fine style with local girl Cecelia Brandolini and Victoria’s Hannah Cameron. Amongst many of the other fine acts captured for this night-time session were Osaka Monaurail from Japan, Mad Professor from Guyana, Husky and Old Man River. The festival continues over the rest of the weekend. Photos by Bruce Baker.
Read MoreWednesday night at the Melbourne Recital Centre, one of Australia’s best loved talents, Paul Dempsey, was joined by one of our finest rising stars, Ro for a very special night of music. Ro kicked the night off with a stunning set, “Life Hack”, “Lover, All Over Again”, “Hollow Hearts”, “New Years Falls”, “Life of the…
Read MoreThe 2018 Mullum Music Festival got off to a flier last night with the sold out Gala Opening. MC’d by the incorrigible Mandy Nolan, it included samples of many of the fine acts set to play the festival this coming weekend. Including searing performances from William Crighton, Gideon Preiss and Husky Gawenda; not to mention Lior, Hat Fitz and Cara, Wanderers,…
Read MoreOh, the power of music. This is what happens when you get four songwriters in a room and see what happens. Photos from Bruce Baker from the incredible night at “In The Round at Leadbelly”, inspired by the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville. The event featured Melanie Dyer, Brendan Maclean, Sarah Belkner and James Van Cooper .
Read MoreTuka, Jeswon and Morgs – aka Thundamentals – brought along Australian hip-hop legends of the future – Ziggy Ramo, Billy Davis & the Good Lords and Jesswar – to open the celebrations of their I Love Songs album tour at The Forum in Melbourne on Saturday night. Daniel Hanssen was there and brings us these photos…
Read MoreFriday night gave Melbourne a taste of their own son’s music as buskers turned indie-folk success duo, The Pierce Brothers, rocked the Forum Theatre showcasing their recently released album Atlas Shoulders. Joining the duo on tour was their backing band and opener, Garrett Kato, who put in a stellar performance to kick off the duo’s…
Read MoreMilk! Records hit the Leadbelly in Sydney with 4 of their artists to showcase some old and new tunes. Evelyn Ida Morris kicked off the evening with tales of identity and beautiful arrangements. Loose Tooth followed with a high energy set, with a sound and vocals seemingly much greater than the 3-piece. Not to be outdone…
Read MoreBootleg Rascal came out firing on Monday night at the Howler, showcasing their newest album Anònimo. Along for the ride were blossoming RnB artist Zac Slater and Alternative pop rock band, The Moving Stills. Daniel Hanssen was there and brings us these photos from the night:
Read MoreThe Living End rolled into St. Kilda on Monday, for the second Victorian show of their Wunderbar tour. Joining the rock veterans on tour are Adelaide powerhouse West Thebarton. Our photographer Rebecca Houlden brings us all the highlights from the night.
Read MoreThe next stop on their Sumo 20 year anniversary tour was the Newport Hotel in Fremantle where The Superjesus delivered an awesome show. Our photographer Stuart Sevastos brings us the highlights of the night.
Read MoreFresh from their tour with the Foo Fighters around the USA, the Gang of Youths are back home, and embarking on their biggest tour ever – kicking things off with a record-breaking 8 show stint at The Forum in Melbourne – the biggest run the venue has ever seen. The venue even commissioned a mural…
Read MoreThe wonderful Darren Middleton was joined over the weekend by Ashley Naylor and Taylah Carroll at the Northcote Social Club in Melbourne. Daniel Hanssen was there and brings us these photos from the night.
Read MoreHellions played a blockbuster show during the week in Melbourne, as they ran towards the finish line for their Rue album tour. Daniel Hanssen was at the show and brings us these photos:
Read MoreTrophy Eyes were supported by Dear Seattle, Maddy Jane and STUMPS at the Forum Theatre in Melbourne on Saturday as they closed our their The American Dream tour. Daniel Hanssen was there and brings us these photos from the night:
Read MoreThe third stop on a month long tour of the US sees California’s Sir Sly and New York’s Joywave filled out Warsaw in Brooklyn. Both regulars of the US touring circuit and members of the Coachella club, Warsaw seems like quite the exclusive venue to catch these guys. Nobody was complaining though, they could have…
Read MorePsychedelic Porn Crumpets returned to Perth after their European and East Coast adventures to put on an awesome show at the Rosemount Hotel. Joining in on the fun were Southern River Band and Spacey Jane. Our photographer Stuart Sevastos brings us the highlights of the night.
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