Author: Jana Angeles

Derek Zoolander has been taking the world by storm in the lead up to the most anticipated film of the year, Zoolander No, 2, with its release falling on February 11. Suffice it to say, it’s publicity worth seeing. Derek has gone walkabout in Madrid, has had a short and sweet relationship with the world’s hottest…

Writer and director Simon Stone and actors Odessa Young (Looking For Grace) and Ewen Leslie (Dead Leslie) will be appearing in the Q&A sessions for their new film, The Daughter. The sessions will be moderated by film critic David Stratton and film and media editor Michael Bodey, with  preview screenings being held at Palace Verona, Sydney and Palace Cinema…

Earlier this month, it was revealed that Kiefer Sutherland’s Jack Bauer would not be the main character of 24′s reboot. However, it has been announced that Straight Outta Compton’s  Corey Hawkins, will be undertaking the main role for the 12-episode series. Hawkins will be playing Eric Carter, a war veteran returning to the US with challenges that will…

Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner has been described as a “pinnacle of the science-fiction genre” since 1982 – and especially since its Directors Cut re-release in the 90s. There have been arguments surrounding a sequel for the iconic film, and even if it’s left many fans sceptical, it’s still going to happen regardless. Yes, Alcon Entertainment are encouraging fans…

Having a whopping eight records and over 20 years of intense touring, Millencolin have been a band that have created a profound impact from their skate-punk music. With their massive catalogue, the band are coming back to Australia in April this year to do their ‘True Brew’ Australian tour. With most bands never making it…

It has been confirmed that Academy Award winning filmmaker, George Miller and respected film critic, David Stratton will be Patrons of this year’s Alliance Française French Film Festival 27th edition. With his groundbreaking Mad Max franchise, Miller has been well-respected by French cinema and was honoured with France’s prestigious ‘Order of Arts and Letters’ (Ordre des Arts…

It’s a sad time for fans of the Star Wars franchise as Disney have announced that there will be a 7-month delay until Episode VIII‘s release date. It’s been reported that the next film instalment won’t hit US cinemas until 15 December 2017.  Although this will be seen as bad news for most, with its original US release being May…

It’s about time female superheroes got their spotlight! As of yesterday, DC films have released a sneaky preview of female superhero Wonder Woman’s first ever big screen solo adventure. It has taken 75 years for this engaging character to get her spotlight in film and she’s been described by director, Patty Jenkins  as “good,  kind…

The state of Australian music festivals over the past few months have been bleak with popular and much-loved music festival, Soundwave, facing its cancellation. However, new tour dates for Splendour In The Grass have been announced and we couldn’t be more stoked! This year the festival will take place at North Byron Parklands on Friday…

The Bennies have been a favourite in the Australian punk scene. With fans eager to listen to new material since their 2013 record, Rainbows in Space, it’s been announced that they will be releasing their 2016 record, Wisdom Space, described as an 11-track journey to the minds of the band. The record’s anticipated release date…

2015 was a massive year for Sydney, Blue Mountains based hip-hop artist, Tuka. With his third solo record, Life Death Time Eternal,  topping the charts (debuted at #6 on the ARIA charts), selling out his first solo tour in Australia and making his first trip ever to the USA – both playing shows in full capacity…

New Zealand is about to get their first taste of a festival like no other! Auckland City Limit hits Western Springs Stadium in March with Kendrick Lamar and The National topping the bill, while some sick additions in Sydney’s Gang of Youths and Melbourne’s Jarryd James among the latest additions to the whopping lineup! With the…

Pop-rock sensations We The Kings have flourished in the last ten years of being a band. Since the release of Strange Love, their ability to keep things in perspective hasn’t changed with their positive music creating an impact on fans around the world. Over time, their songs have been genuinely honest with songwriting that instills…

Being in bands such as My Chemical Romance, Leathermouth and Death Spells, Frank Iero is a creative that is never afraid to tackle a music project that comes his way. Working on his current solo project under the moniker,frnkiero andthe cellabration, fans have loved the energy and experimentation he had put together in his punk-driven…

The Maine have been a band for almost nine years and in that time, they’ve achieved a lot. From their early days with pop punk/alternative rock to now embracing a more pop rock side to their music, the five-piece bring energy like no other on stage. We had a chat with lead vocalist, John O’Callaghan…

Since the release of their latest LP Colour Blind, Canadian pop-punk band Seaway have been turning heads in both America and the UK. We had the opportunity to speak with bass player Adam Shoji about the new record, the current pop-punk scene and the band’s progression in their music. At the moment you guys are touring with Knuckle Puck, Sorority Noise…

Music has all different kind of purposes. To entertain, to dance and to sing; but the real purpose, for any music lover, is to feel a connection with it. American emo/punk rock band, Pentimento, recently released their sophomore record, I, No Longer and it’s absolutely stunning. Through heart-wrenching lyrics and grounded punk/emo music, the four-piece…

It’s been a huge year for Gold-Coast rock band, Double Lined Minority. Releasing their EP, Caught in the Ceasefire in February and sharing the stage with Motion City Soundtrack and As It Is, the band have been highly motivated musicians who have shared their catchy, punk influenced tunes around the country. Speaking with frontman, Eddie…

Sydney-based alternative rock band Stone Parade have toured Australia extensively with the likes of Maroon 5, 3 Doors Down and Hoobastank. Recently, they were support act for Lifehouse’s Sydney show and put on quite a performance with their positive-driven music. With the recent release of their new single, “Be Someone”, we chat to leading frontman of…

Bursting with the nostalgic pop-punk vibes of the early 2000s, where bands like The Starting Line and New Found Glory ruled, Seaway are a new fresh face to the pop-punk scene. Since signing with Pure Noise Records, they have been exposed to the same community of people who listen to the likes of State Champs,…

Dallas Green is a man of great talents. Since the days of Alexisonfire, Green has been setting himself up by putting together music that is emotive, intricate and personal. There’s no denying that what he writes lyrically empowers many others too. With Green’s latest offering, If I Should Go Before You, we see him experiment…

If there’s one thing that has remained consistent with State Champs it’s their drive for making pop punk sound fresh and charming. With their sophomore release, Around The World and Back, the five-piece have proven once again that pop punk is alive and evolving for generations to come. After several listens of this record, the…

Scottish electronic trio CHVRCHES received quite a bit of attention from their 2013 debut record The Bones of What You Believe; a highly sporadic record that caught on with ravenous hooks of electronic beats and indie elements, becoming a gamechanger for the alternative scene. With the trio’s sophomore release Every Open Eye, CHVRCHES have created a perfect follow-up: something…

If there’s anything to go by with today’s metalcore scene, it’s safe to say that some bands have reached a plateau in regards to creativity and sound. After listening to Parkway Drive‘s IRE, this record is truly a cathartic approach to what has been firing them up lately. From politics to the cruel things happening around the…

Hitting the stage ahead of our UK headliners were local outfit Breakaway. Think The Used and Lights and Sounds-esque Yellowcard and you get a band with talent and passion that soar to new heights. After catching them in a few gigs last year, there’s no denying that the Sydney group have what it takes to crush a setlist with pulsating energy….

Sydney-based band, The Consouls are a quirky six-piece who put themselves in the Video Game Jazz category. Combining their passion for both games and jazz music, the band are known for their expertise in playing gaming tunes with jazz arrangements. After playing some headline shows this year, it’s safe to say that the band have quite a…

Meet Hayden Eller. The man behind the music project, The Co Founder and an artist that has produced a moving EP titled Old Programs/New Beliefs. Using his own equipment to produce and mix his own material, Eller shows a fiery passion that has made him create songs that resonate quite well with the raw and honest acoustics. Even…

I’ve always had a soft spot for Lifehouse. Having grown up with the band during my teenage years and listening to records such as No Name No Face, Stanley Climbfall, Who We Are and Smoke & Mirrors, I loved how intimate and honest the songs they created back then and it created a wonderful space of comfort whenever I needed something…

Officially confirmed as seventh act for next year’s Soundwave Festival, much hype has surrounded UK metalcore giants, Bring Me The Horizon, with the announcement taking place on release day of their latest LP, That’s The Spirit. It’s interesting to see how the band have developed over time, looking at their past roots of deathcore in Count Your Blessings and Suicide…

Sometimes bands need to catch a break and Californian metalcore quintet, Atreyu did exactly that four years ago. Since their reunion last year, the band have had great things come by them with a new LP, Long Live releasing this Friday, as well as gracing the stages of this year’s Soundwave Festival. Before the band’s new release, we had…