The Latest from the AU

Photo Gallery: Rex Orange County + Grent Perez – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (24.09.23)

September 25, 2023

Rex Orange County returned to Australia after cancelling his shows earlier in the year. After selling out his first show at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion, he played a second one to the delight of his fans. He was supported by the Sydney-born Filipino artist Grent Perez. There are still a few shows left of his Australian tour. […]

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Win an Ultimate Ears Megaboom 3 worth $329

September 22, 2023

For many years now the Ultimate Ears Megaboom 3 has been the ultimate party speaker. You’ll spot it at kick-ons at your mates house. You’ll eye a pair linked up at a pool party in Sydney’s Double Bay. When you go camping, it’s a no-brainer to expect as least one of your friends was wise […]

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Dawn French announces long awaited return to Australia with new show “Dawn French is a Huge Tw*t”

September 22, 2023

The Queen of British comedy, Dawn French, has announced her return to the Australian stage with her one-woman stand-up show, “Dawn French is a Huge Twat”, playing across the country in April and May of 2024. Few people are as firmly ensconced in the British comedy firmament as Dawn French. As one half of the […]

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Holy Holy celebrate the release of Cellophane with an intimate listening party tour

September 22, 2023

Beloved Aussie duo Holy Holy release their highly anticipated fifth studio album Cellophane today, and to celebrate they’re playing six very special events across the country! These intimate listening parties will see Tim and Oscar chat about the making of Cellophane, as well as a Q&A and album signing with their fans. They’re also going to treat […]

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Holy Holy on new album Cellophane, creative processes, and the Aussie music industry

September 22, 2023

Holy Holy, one of Australia’s most beloved musical acts, have just dropped their fifth studio album, Cellophane. With the reputation as one of Australia’s best live acts, it was a pleasure to sit down with Tim and Oscar and chat all things Holy Holy. I’ve had a listen to the album, I absolutely love it! […]

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Guest Playlist: SIG SALI & Natassa Zoe share 10 songs that influence their unique sound

September 22, 2023

SIG SALI, is an electronic alt-pop band hailing from Sydney, and they have teamed up with vocalist and songwriter Natassa Zoe to create the emotive dance banger, “Pillow Thoughts” which was released today. It’s the third track from SIG SALI to be released, following on from “Stay Tonight” and “Reasons”. They’ve been kicking it out […]

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New Music Discoveries 22nd September: Hana & Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits, Bleachers, and more

September 22, 2023

Ten more tracks have been added to our Discovery playlist on Spotify and Apple Music, including two tracks we had exclusive premieres for earlier in the week. We’re injecting a bit of extra twang into the playlist this week with “The Tallest of Tales”, the new single from Hana & Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits – our Track […]

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Series Review: The Continental: From the World of John Wick relates to the acclaimed action films only by name and not nature

September 21, 2023

After 4 films that amassed acclaim, both critically and commercially, it only makes sense that the world created within the John Wick films be continued in some form separate from the series itself; even though many are hoping the titular character’s rather definitive send-off in Chapter 4 is somehow retconned. Next year will see the […]

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OzAsia Festival’s writing and ideas program In Other Words returns this November

September 21, 2023

In Other Words, OzAsia Festival‘s writing and ideas program, has today revealed its three day line-up, with more than 60 Asian writers and thinkers heading up an exciting array of panels and special events. Running from Friday 3rd November to Sunday 5th November at Adelaide Festival Centre, In Other Words is the perfect way to […]

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Aussie Indie Artists: Leon Holmes on the life of a travelling oil painter

September 21, 2023

Aussie Indie Artists is a series of interviews with lesser known Aussie creators across all forms and fields. The goal is to share exciting new works, find new angles towards the art, and peek behind the scenes. You’ll never see dull, grey gravel in a Leon Holmes painting, it’ll be flecked with mint, royal blue, […]

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Game Review : Fae Farm is a magical farming experience

September 21, 2023

If, like me, you are a fan of farming sim games like Stardew Valley, Story of Seasons and Disney’s Dreamlight Valley, expect to lose a bunch more of your time in Phoenix Labs’ new game Fae Farm. It is not only visually stunning but also boasts an expansive farming system that integrates a magical element […]

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Perfect-ish

Book Review: Perfect-ish is the perfect read for your weekend switch-off

September 21, 2023

It seems that the Australian publishing industry’s hunger for anti-rom-coms (or as I like to call them, Sad Girl Lit) is showing no signs of abating. The perfect successor to the Cecelia Ahern and Marian Keyes heyday of the last decade, today’s heroine is stressed out and has major FOMO. Prue, the heroine of Jessica […]

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Game Review: NBA 2K24 takes smaller, yet confident steps forward

September 21, 2023

While I appreciate each yearly NBA 2K iteration, it’s usually for something different each and every time. Be it a new and exclusive mode, deeper customisation and progression or new and enhanced gameplay mechanics, there’s generally something that keeps me around for the year to come. NBA 2K24 certainly provides enough in terms of variety […]

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Baby Velvet

Exclusive Video Premiere: Baby Velvet “Wild Cherry Tree Drive” (2023)

September 21, 2023

Last year, singer/songwriter Baby Velvet released her stunning debut solo album, the exquisitely titled Please Don’t Be In Love With Someone Else. The album was nominated for an AIR Award for Best Blues and Roots Album, and in our opinion, justifiably so. Baby Velvet tomorrow releases her first single since the album, the wistful “Wild […]

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Rex Orange County

Review & Photos: Rex Orange County woos the crowd at Adelaide Entertainment Centre (19.09.23)

September 21, 2023

After sold-out shows in The USA and hometown London, Rex Orange County started the Australian leg of his Pacific tour in Adelaide. Alexander James O’Connor, as his mother calls him, released Bcos U Will Never B Free in 2015 and began his set with “Rex (Intro)” from that mixtape, seated in low red light at […]

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Film Review: Retribution; Disbelief suspension abounds in (another) Liam Neeson action outing

September 20, 2023

There’s something rather amusing about the fact that even though Liam Neeson has a vast career of playing everything from a Jedi master to historical figures, it’s the not-always-an-average-man-with-a-certain-set-of-skills archetype that he’s become synonymous with.  Ever since Taken proved that the then-56-year-old was a force to be reckoned with, the now 71-year-old has settled into […]

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Brisbane International Film Festival unveils full program, including the Australian premiere of Next Goal Wins

September 20, 2023

The Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF), presented by MINI, has announced its 2023 program with an incredible line-up of Queensland and Australian premiere features, with Taika Waititi’s Next Goal Wins, starring Michael Fassbender, serving as the Australian premiere and Closing Night event. BIFF’s program is further brimming with Queensland premieres from highly acclaimed and visionary […]

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Win a double in-season pass to witness the eye-popping return of Jigsaw in Saw X

September 20, 2023

Thanks to StudioCanal we have 5 double in-season passes (Admit 2) to see Saw X, the eye-popping new entry in the hit Saw franchise. John Kramer (Tobin Bell) is back. The most chilling instalment of the SAW franchise yet explores the untold chapter of Jigsaw’s most personal game. Set between the events of SAW I and II, a sick […]

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Exclusive Single Premiere: Jack Anthony “Call My Name” (2023)

September 20, 2023

It’s hard to believe that Dharug/Western Sydney-based indie-rock artist Jack Anthony only released his debut single, “On My Own” in July this year. Today we are thrilled to have the premiere of the follow-up, “Call My Name” and it’s an absolute belter. “Call My Name” is a rollicking slice of indie rock. The emotive lyrics are […]

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The first ever Bluey game is coming later this year

September 20, 2023

Developer Outright Games has announced that in partnership with BBC Studios, they will be bringing the first ever Bluey video game to consoles and PC later this year on the 17th of November. Aptly titled Bluey: The Videogame, players will be able to take control of the titular Blue Heeler dog Bluey, along with Mum, […]

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Rachel Louise Snyder

Book Review: Rachel Louise Snyder’s Women We Buried, Women We Burned is a moving tale of perseverance and tolerance

September 20, 2023

Rachel Louise Snyder’s most recent memoir – Woman We Buried, Woman We Burned – is the follow-up to the critically acclaimed book No Visible Bruises. The book is an account of Synder’s journey from teenage runaway to award-winning journalist. The often heartbreaking account begins with the death of the author’s mother, when Snyder was eight years […]

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Film Review: In spite of Hilary Swank’s committed performance, The Good Mother can’t maintain its narrative grit

September 20, 2023

Though it isn’t based on a true story, Miles Joris-Peyrafitte‘s drama The Good Mother has an air of “real world” grit to it.  Of course, once the film commits to a certain narrative twist around the 1-hour mark it feels less organic, but its down-trodden location of Albany, New York, and the fact that its […]

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Exploring the benefits of townhome living

September 20, 2023

Since 1976, Metricon has been at the forefront of the homebuilding scene. With a strong presence stretching across Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, and New South Wales, Metricon has played a pivotal role in creating a diverse range of homes for Australian families. With Australia’s soaring housing market prices, young couples and first-time homebuyers are seeking […]

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Yours & Owls

Set times released for 2023 Yours & Owls, and there is a new stage!

September 19, 2023

It’s not long to go now before Wollongong hosts one of our favourite festivals, the mighty Yours & Owls. The festival will be held on the weekend of the 14th and 15th October, having relocated to the grounds of the  University of Wollongong. The already impressive lineup was bolstered last week by the addition of […]

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Two unmissable films added to the AFF 2023 program

September 19, 2023

Two exciting new UK films have just been added to the Adelaide Film Festival Program for 2023, Poor Things and Saltburn. Poor Things is by director Yorgos Lanthimos (The Lobster, The Favorite), generating Oscar buzz after its premiere at Venice Film Festival this year. The Australian premiere is to be screened in Adelaide this October. […]

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Interview: Retribution director Nimród Antal on contained action, working with Liam Neeson, and the films that inspired him

September 19, 2023

As a filmmaker Nimród Antal has effortlessly aligned himself within the action-thriller genre space.  Whether he’s terrorising Luke Wilson and Kate Beckinsale in the snuff-film horror Vacancy, or  exercising the limits of predator and prey in the science-fiction sequel Predators, the Hungarian director knows his way around a thrilling set-piece; something that came in handy […]

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John Floreani of Trophy Eyes talks Suicide and Sunshine, solo projects and upcoming regional tour

September 19, 2023

Aussie alternative rock group Trophy Eyes have had a massive year. after releasing their fourth studio album, Suicide and Sunshine – an absolutely stellar piece of work – and embarking on a capital cities tour, they’re back and ready to set off on their regional tour with pals Dear Seattle. I had the absolute pleasure […]

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Heaps Good 2023/2024 lineup announcement includes Flume, Foals and The Avalanches

September 19, 2023

Heaps Good Festival have just dropped the first lineup announcement for the New Year period and it’s a cracker. Acts include Flume, Foals, The Avalanches, SBTRKT, Basement Jaxx (DJ set), Declan McKenna, Griff, Holly Humberstone and more. After Adelaide’s incredible debut last year, Heaps Good Festival now includes Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl on New Year’s Eve […]

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Fears and overcoming: a moment with NZ musician you need to know, Reb Fountain

September 19, 2023

For Reb Fountain, music has been innate to her since childhood. “My parents emigrated to New Zealand (from Southern California) and we’d always have music in the family,” the enigmatic performer explains. “Music was the way that we connected to other migrant families, particularly ….My dad would make up a songbook and we’d sing along. […]

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Game Review: Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is a solid, yet shallow retro shooter

September 19, 2023

I’ve never really been into the Warhammer 40,000 universe, aside from a few video game entries here and there; but would be lying if I said I wasn’t interested in the lore. Big, hulking soldiers equipped with chainswords, battling waves of enemy aliens? Sign me up. It is in that same thought that Warhammer 40,000: […]

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