Author: Elissa Bramley
I’m passionate about music and love interviewing talented musicians to explore the stories and experiences that shape their sound. Each conversation offers a deeper understanding of their creative journey and the inspiration behind their art.
“I had this as a daydream when I was 10… I had no idea how to get there”: Wheatus’ Brendan B. Brown celebrates 25 years of being a Teenage Dirtbag.
Brendan B. Brown still sounds faintly amazed when you ask him about the staying power of “Teenage Dirtbag.” Twenty-five years after Wheatus released their self-titled debut album, the misfit anthem is not only alive but thriving, fuelled by the viral TikTok trend of celebrities posting teenage photos of themselves, surprise covers, and a new wave…
Calibrate Reds: Can phytonutrients really help you lose weight and live longer?
Let me start with a confession: I am a woman of a certain age, and yes, the algorithm knows me too well. It’s that shady little gremlin living in my phone, reading between the feeding me ads that are a little too on the nose. Case in point: my feed is a minefield of “miracle”…
You need to see the incredible production of 1984 at Riverside Theatres before it’s gone
Riverside Theatres is currently host to a world-class, spine-tingling production of 1984, an adaptation of George Orwell’s iconic novel by Orson Welles, brought to life by the brilliant Shake & Stir Theatre Co. Even if you’ve never read the book, the themes totalitarian control, surveillance, and the distortion of truth that are so deeply embedded…
The Superjesus’ Sarah McLeod on new album, upcoming tour, and women in music: “Never pull the ladder up after you”
The Superjesus burst onto the Australian rock scene in the late 90s, fronted by the powerhouse vocals and captivating stage presence of Sarah McLeod. Debut EP, Eight Step Rail, quickly gained traction, followed by the critically acclaimed debut album Sumo, cementing their place as a force to be reckoned with. Known for their blend of…
Shane Told on 25 years of Silverstein: “That first time in Australia, I’ll never forget how welcome we felt”
For over two decades, Canadians Silverstein have been a driving force in the post-hardcore scene, delivering emotionally charged music that continues to resonate with fans around the world. From their breakout record When Broken Is Easily Fixed to genre-defining albums like This Is How the Wind Shifts, Silverstein has remained true to the raw emotion…
“That’s what makes this process so fun for me, it’s the not knowing”: We spoke with Coheed and Cambria’s Claudio Sanchez about new album Vaxis III: The Father of Make Believe
Prog rockers Coheed and Cambria have just released their 11th studio album Vaxis III: The Father of Make Believe, a continuation of the band’s central concept, frontman Claudio Sanchez‘s sci-fi comic book epic The Amory Wars. For two decades, Coheed and Cambria have shattered expectations of what a rock band can be, carving their own…
Interview: Dimitri Minakakis on Calculating Infinity and his return to The Dillinger Escape Plan
After a lengthy hiatus, The Dillinger Escape Plan have returned to commemorate the 25th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Calculating Infinity, which first made waves back in 1999. The tour will reach Australia later this year, kicking off in Perth on August 10th, and taking in Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney, before wrapping things up at…
The Cat Empire sizzle with 10th studio album Bird in Paradise
Australian indie mainstay The Cat Empire are back with their highly anticipated 10th studio album! Known for their infectious blend of jazz, ska, funk, and rock, new release Bird in Paradise delivers the same vibrant energy and genre-defying sound that has made them a fan favourite for over two decades. Bird in Paradise follows on…