September 2010

the AU interview: Callum Moncrieff of Sir Thomas (Perth)

Sir Thomas

Up and coming Perth group Sir Thomas have been winning fans in their local town left right and centre! Simon Clark had a chat drummer (and back up vocalist) Callum Moncrieff about the band!

Cypress Hill + Spit Syndicate - Palace Theatre (23.09.10)

null 

The parking situation was atrocious in Melbourne on this chilly Thursday night, so by the time I’d walked the numerous blocks to the Palace Theatre, Spit Syndicate were well into their set.

the AU interview: Charles Bickford of The Paradise Motel (Sydney)

Paradise Motel

Charles Bickford from veteran Aussie band 'The Paradise Motel' takes some time to speak to Larry Heath about the new conceptual album, Australian Ghost Story, Azaria Chamberlain, and an interesting experience with a UK game show.&nbs

the AU interview: Lior (Melbourne)

null

Most Australian artists would jump at the opportunity to tour overseas, but not Lior. “I had to force myself to pack up and go,” the Melbourne-based singer-songwriter says. Why? He loves Australia. It’s “the best place to tour,” he says.

Peter Hook Presents 'Unknown Pleasures', Palais Theatre, Melbourne (24.09.10)

null 

Peter Hook, of Joy Division and New Order fame, brought together a band of friends to attempt the live recreation of one of post-punks landmark albums, Unknown Pleasures

Hand Stands For Ants - This Is How To Do Hand Stands For Ants (2010 EP)

null

With a name that more than hints at silliness and quirkiness found within, Perth pop-rock trio Hand Stands For Ants keep their tongues firmly in cheek throughout recently released EP This Is How To Do Hand Stands For Ants.

the AU interview: Angelas Dish (Central Coast NSW)

null

For any readers who aren't familiar with your band, how would you describe the sound Angela's Dish are currently crafting?

Tokyo Police Club thinks the RSPCA are Champs

Canada’s Tokyo Police Club have just released their new album “Champ” and with it one of the standout film clips of the year. ‘Wait Up (Boots Of Danger)’ features a bunch of neighbourhood puppies taking