Author: Bruce Baker

We’re always excited to introduce a new chapter from an artist on the rise, and today on the AU review we’re thrilled to exclusively premiere Sydney-based singer-songwriter Lucy Burke’s latest  latest single and accompanying video, “One Way Track”. A smooth, late-night groove wrapped in cinematic warmth, “One Way Track” leans into a hazy trip hop…

Jack Biilmann is an artist we’ve long admired at the AU review, so it’s a pleasure to be premiering his new single “Forbidden Fruit” ahead of its official release tomorrow. The Canberra-based songwriter is currently building towards his forthcoming sixth album, and on this latest taste, he leans into groove, swagger and a sense of…

There’s always something special about getting to premiere a debut album — that first full-length statement where a band’s identity, instinct and ambition all come into sharp focus. Today, the AU review is excited to premiere Kiss Me Like Goodbye, the debut album from North Queensland alt-rock outfit Slippery Gypsy, a record built from moments…

There’s always something special about premiering a debut — that first moment an artist steps out into the world and introduces themselves on their own terms. Today, the AU review is thrilled to bring you that moment for Naarm/Melbourne artist Hannah Potter, premiering both her debut single and video for “Snow Day” ahead of its…

We’re thrilled to be premiering the new single “Come On Back For Good” from St. Louis alt-country artist Adam Gaffney, heading overseas for this raw, remorse-soaked road song ahead of its release this Thursday — a track that leans into self-reflection and hard-earned honesty. Adam Gaffney writes country songs that don’t look away from the…

Liverpudlian five-piece STONE returned to their home-town last night, on the back of the release of their second album, AUTONOMY, to play at the iconic Arts Club to a buoyant crowd. They are mid-tour, with a bunch dates in the UK, including Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester nad London before heading to Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany and…

Adelaide-based songwriter Anna Jeavons continues her evolution ahead of her forthcoming debut album Anomie with the release of her striking new single “Smart Casual” — and today, we’re premiering the official video. Produced by Ben Stewart (Slowly Slowly), “Smart Casual” is a slow-burn that swells into something quietly powerful. Built on layered guitars and Jeavons’…

Continuing our series on Europe’s best festivals for 2026, Madrid’s Mad Cool Festival is gearing up for a landmark year, celebrating its 10th anniversary from 8th–11th July 2026 with one of its most expansive and genre-spanning line-ups to date. Held at the sprawling Iberdrola Music venue, Mad Cool has quickly established itself as one of…

Things that feel like all-consuming headlines in the moment often fade into footnotes with time. It’s this tension between intensity and hindsight that underpins Blip, the debut EP from Meanjin/Brissie duo STAHR — a high-octane pop/rock release threaded with sharp lyricism, emotional volatility and a knowing sense of glamour. Long-time readers of the AU review…

Perth/Boorloo artist EDIE opens a new chapter with “Fall Of Man”, premiering today on the AU review ahead of its official release on Thursday, March 26. It’s a track that sits in that uneasy space between hope and resignation — capturing the slow realisation that some people simply aren’t going to change. Having previously worked…

Ahead of its release on Thursday, we are absolutely pumped to be premiering the new single “Winterlude” from Perth-based New Zealand songwriter Damien Binder. We also have its official video, directed by New Zealand filmmaker Jonathan King (the cult horror-comedy Black Sheep). The track arrives as the first in a series of new singles Binder…

Naarm/Melbourne alt-rock artist MUKI continues to explore the emotional core of his songwriting on his latest single “Reflections”, which we’re premiering today on the AU review ahead of its official release on Wednesday, March 18. Introspective yet quietly powerful, “Reflections” follows his debut single “Gasoline”, released earlier this year. Both tracks find MUKI leaning into…

Every May, Liverpool — one of the UK’s most historic music cities — becomes a launchpad for the next generation of artists as Liverpool Sound City returns with another stacked lineup of rising talent. Now firmly established as one of the UK’s most important new-music festivals, Sound City transforms venues across Liverpool into a buzzing…

Tucked away in the beautiful woodland surrounds of Larmer Tree Gardens in Dorset, the End of the Road Festival has quietly built a reputation as one of the UK’s most beloved boutique festivals. Returning from 3–6 September 2026, the event caps off the European festival season with a carefully curated lineup spanning indie, folk, Americana…

Each May, the seaside city of Brighton becomes the global meeting point for the next wave of music discovery as The Great Escape Festival returns, bringing together hundreds of emerging artists, industry delegates and music fans from around the world. The 2026 edition promises another packed programme of live showcases and conference events, reinforcing the…

Hailing from the vibrant streets of Gadigal Land, Social Strangers are a four-piece alternative rock outfit blazing their own trail in Sydney’s heavy underground. Drawing from grunge, punk, emo rock, post-grunge and nu-metal, the band fuses raw intensity with immersive storytelling — anchored by a powerhouse female vocalist, electrifying guitar riffs and a heavy-hitting rhythm…

We’re heading to North America for this one — stepping outside our usual Australian orbit to bring you a slice of folk/Americana from singer-songwriter Odd Marshall. Today, the AU review premieres his pulsing and hypnotic new single “Somebody New,” a moody, swag-rock make-out anthem lifted from his forthcoming sophomore album Seconds, out March 6. Built…

Ahead of its official release this Friday, we’re delighted to exclusively premiere the new single “Fall In Love Again” from Boorloo/Perth singer-songwriter Jess Cullity. “Fall In Love Again” leans fully into romantic optimism — a reflective pop anthem that captures the vulnerability and excitement of opening your heart after heartbreak. Built on a polished pop…

Victorian singer/songwriter Chloe Violette has today released her stunning debut album, Colourfast. A collection of ten songs exploring identity, heartache, hope and our deep ties to people and place, the record feels both intimate and expansive. Written and recorded across seasons — beginning in March 2023 — Colourfast grew slowly and organically, shaped by patience…

Sydney punk rock outfit This Time Only are turning the volume up this week with their new single “Mick From The Pub”, premiering exclusively today ahead of its official release this Friday. Alongside the single comes a raw and unfiltered music video directed by Simon Wyrembak, featuring the band in full flight with Mick decked…

There are love songs, and then there are love songs that arrive with a wink and a warning. Melbourne artist moonsea delivers both in “I’ll kill you if you die before me”, a tender, happy-sad indie-pop gem we’re premiering, along with a stunning animated video, ahead of its official release this Friday. On the surface,…

Ed Sheeran, currently on his worldwide Loop tour, opened up his run of shows in Sydney last night at Accor Stadium.  It was a brilliant night- our reviewer Dylan gave it a stellar write-up – you can read more HERE. The tour continues on in Sydney, before heading to Brisbane, Melbourne ande Adelaide. For all…

Driven by a warm, intoxicating and upbeat groove, Boorloo-based soul/funk singer-songwriter Navisha returns with her new single “You”, officially out this Friday, February 13. Wrapped in rhythm and sensual tension, the track leans into desire, temptation and passion — arriving perfectly timed to soundtrack Valentine’s Day. “You” centres on intimacy, young love and lived moments…

We are very excited to be premiering “Bad At This”, the new single from Sydney-based singer-songwriter Katy Denney, ahead of its official release this Friday. The first taste of Denney’s forthcoming EP (due later this year), “Bad At This” is an intimate and quietly powerful indie-folk offering that leans into vulnerability, emotional precision and the…

Wet Leg are in Australia for the Laneway Festival, and played a very special sideshow at UNSW Roundhouse tonight. It was sold out, and they brought massive energy to the crowd. They were well supported by local Sydney favourite, The Lazy Eyes. Bruce was there to bring these images. Set List catch these fists Wet…

In its 21st year, St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival hit Sydney yesterday at its latest home in Centennial Park. It might have been raining in the morning, but that didn’t dampen the spirit of punters, as there was a healthy lineup before the gates opened about 11.30 am. It was an incredible day of music, and…

Ahead of its general release this Friday, the AU review is proud to premiere the live video for “Figure It Out” from Joan & the Giants and Seb Szabo. A gorgeous celebration of friendship, the clip was filmed across two sold-out nights at Melbourne’s iconic Forum Theatre, capturing the pair at a genuine creative high…

the AU review is thrilled to bring you the exclusive single and video premiere of “Tambourine Mountain”, the warmly reflective new single from Australian favourites Icecream Hands. Premiering today ahead of its official single release this Friday, “Tambourine Mountain” is taken from Icecream Hands’ eighth album, Giant Fox Pineapple Tree, which is out now on vinyl,…

Today, the AU review is proud to exclusively premiere “Pocketful”, the brand new single from DUB ZOO, ahead of its official release on Friday, January 30. A vibrant and uplifting cut, the track sees the collective lean fully into hip-hop and reggae fusion—doing so with heart, history, and heavyweight collaborators along for the ride. Serving…

Emma Bass returns with the official video for her intoxicating single “Sweet Dejavu”, premiering exclusively today on the AU review. Released two weeks ago, “Sweet Dejavu” captures the magnetic tension between desire and distance — that fleeting moment where passion burns brightly, even when you know it won’t last. Sonically, the track sits firmly in…