Day: 3 March 2017

Single of the Day: Fountaineer “Words With Friends” (2017)

Bendigo trio Fountaineer recently dropped a new single on us in “Words With Friends” – a return to form from the band who had taken time out of the spotlight momentarily following on from a fruitful bout of touring off the back of 2016’s Still Life. “Words With Friends” echoes the almost drowsy indie rock stylings of…

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Aussies at SXSW 2017: Food Court (Sydney)

Sydney’s Food Court have been on our radar for a few years now and we can’t wait to see them make their overseas debut at the big playground that is SXSW. Ahead of their trip to Austin, the band tells us how they’re anticipating the trip and what’s coming up for them once SXSW wraps. Have you…

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Sounds Australia reveals four massive showcases in Austin for SXSW 2017

The Sounds Australia crew have come out guns blazing for their annual line up of showcase events for SXSW this year. Always renowned for their curation of stellar emerging and established Australian talent at events the world over, this SXSW foray is not to be missed if you’re soon to be Austin-bound. The massive four showcases include…

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Music Video of the Day: Keston Cobblers Club “Almost Home” (2017)

The Keston Cobblers Club have followed up on the gorgeous melodies and earnest lyricism that thrust their 2015 album Wildfire onto the radars with many, with a brand new record in Almost Home. The record isn’t out until the end of the month but in the album’s title track, we have been treated to some simple songwriting tailored with…

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The Smith Street Band hitting the road for huge national tour this May & June

The Smith Street Band have levelled up for their next Australian tour, set to hit some of their biggest venues yet this May and June. The band’s forthcoming fourth album, More Scared of You Than You Are of Me, mirrors the boldness of the tour – possibly the band’s most ambitious record to date, the new album…

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Exclusive Music Video Premiere: Amarina Waters “A Sense Of You” (2017)

Amarina Waters is a Melbourne-based songwriter, whose earnest voice delivers soulful indie folk. Her album debut is due later in 2017, and we are lucky enough to be giving you the first glimpse of her upcoming release, with the single and video “A Sense Of You”. The track faces the confusion and absurdity of living with…

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Wavves drop two new singles ahead of new album, You’re Welcome, dropping this May

Amidst keeping busy with Spirit Club projects, a Cloud Nothings collaboration and a split single with Weezer, Nathan Williams has just dropped a pair of shiny new singles from the forthcoming Wavves album set for release May 19th via Ghost Ramp imprint. The LP is titled You’re Welcome and the first two singles, “Daisy” and “You’re Welcome” capture the…

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These are all the games available on the Nintendo Switch eShop right now

For those who picked up  Nintendo Switch yesterday, there was one must-have software purchase — The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. But what about those looking to try something other than Zelda? We know there’s one or two of you, and we want you to know that we hear you. With that in mind, here’s…

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The latest Alien: Covenant trailer unleashes new xenomorphs and it’s terrifying

And here we have it, the long awaited International Trailer for Alien: Covenant has arrived, just one week after Fox released a short prologue introducing the crew of the Covenant. Unlike the last trailer, this one doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to unveiling the dangers the crew will face on their mission to colonise…

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Video Game Review: The Walking Dead: A New Frontier – Ties That Bind: Part I (PS4, 2017)

Lets face it. While Telltale’s three-part Michonne series was an enjoyable enough romp, it could be argued that it’s existence served as a means to placate gamers until the main event rolled along. Because for all of Telltale’s impressive takes on pop culture’s most iconic franchises (Game of Thrones, Minecraft, Batman) their Walking Dead games…

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Adelaide Fringe Festival Review & Photos: Little Death Club – The Black Forest, Royal Croquet Club (Performances until 19th March)

Little Death Club is not like most cabaret shows. The slightly twisted and strange collection of acts is what would be classified as Fringe by people who complain that the fringe has become too safe and mainstream. Dressed in black sequins and feather, MC Bernadette “Bernie” Byrne wanders through the crowd, greeting the seated guests…

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