Author: Jennifer Ma

Dave Larkin of Dallas Crane on Scoundrels & returning to touring with the iconic group!

Ahead of their long-awaited new shows, Dave Larkin of Melbourne’s Dallas Crane fills us in on how the group has been operating since they made the decision to get back in the studio with each other to record their new album Scoundrels. The band will be on the road from Boxing Day through into February,…

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Bully (Nashville) talk about making Feels Like, their favourite Aussie artists, touring highlights and more!

In part two of our interview with Nashville group Bully, Reece, Clay, Alicia and Stewart talk about how relatively stress-free it was creating their album Feels Like at Steve Albini’s Electrical Audio. They talk us through the Australian bands they really enjoy, including Melbourne’s Courtney Barnett, relive touring highlights with bands like FIDLAR in Europe and look…

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Jhené Aiko announces 2016 dates for debut Australian tour

Following her much-anticipated release of Souled Out in 2014, Californian R&B popstar, Jhené Aiko is set to make her debut appearance in Australia in February-March, 2016. Aiko will be supported by special guest Thandi Phoenix in what is touted to be an electrifying live performance. Tickets are on sale from 12pm, Friday December 11. For more details head to livenation.com.au….

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Free outdoor silent cinema coming back to World Square this summer!

Sydney’s summer nights will see the return of free movies at World Square’s outdoor cinema. Starting in January 2016, movies such as Jaws, The Holiday, Love Actually, Muriel’s Wedding, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure and Romeo & Juliet will screen. Headphones and deckchairs will be provided and there will be plenty of options for dinner and…

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Samuel L. Jackson and Kurt Russell to join Tarantino for Australian premiere of The Hateful Eight in 70mm

It’s been announced today that on Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 actors Samuel L. Jackson and Kurt Russell will join previously announced guest Quentin Tarantino on the red carpet at Event Cinemas George Street, Sydney for the Australian premiere of The Hateful Eight. The film will then be screened exclusively in 70mm for a one week from January…

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Born Lion (Sydney) reflect on a busy 2015 on the ARIA Red Carpet

After a long time touring with no signs of letting up, Sydney’s Born Lion joined the AU review on the ARIA Red Carpet to look back on the year, which included touring with Yellowcard and Mayday Parade..and hitting an emu on the highway. Their new single “Rest in Pieces” will be coming out soon so check the…

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Watch Melbourne band King Parrot fangirl over Kylie Minogue on the ARIA Red Carpet

“It’s About Music and Fun. Not Fashion!” ARIA nominees King Parrot stopped to chat with us on the ARIA red carpet, humbled that they’ve been nominated for an award and, besides hoping to meet Kylie Minogue, insist that they’re “pretty much here for the free feed”. They’ve got a few Australian shows lined up for what’s left of the year, then…

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Nicole Millar (Sydney) chats about her new single “Wait” and party boys Peking Duk on the ARIA Red Carpet

the AU caught up with Sydney artist Nicole Millar, who has been busy writing and traveling across the world in the past twelve months, on the red carpet at the recent ARIA Awards. Watch the video below as she talks about steering clear from the bad influence of Peking Duk , and the release of her debut single…

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Ed Wells talks Australian Music Week, time in the UK, new track and more

Having grown up in London, Hong Kong and Sydney, Ed Wells has had the rare experience of breaking into the music scene in the UK and Australia at the same time. In our Australian Music Week interview, the musician chats to our Editor-in-Chief Larry, about his time in the UK, his new track, expectations and…

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First Official Look and Cast Revealed for the 2017 Wonder Woman Movie

The entire cast of the highly anticipated Wonder Woman has been revealed, along with an exclusive first look at Wonder Woman donning her superhero gear. Gal Gadot is cast to play Wonder Woman, and will be joined by Chris Pine as Captain Steve Trevor, Robin Wright, Danny Huston, David Thewlis, Ewen Bremner, Saïd Taghmaoui, Elena Anaya and Lucy Davis. The…

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Tour Diary: Krista Polvere (Melbourne) Takes on the U.S. Including Truck Rodeos, Boot-Scooting Cowboys and more!

Feeling a strong connection to the USA, Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Krista Polvere decided to return to New York and San Fransisco, and absolutely fell in love with the countryside of Wyoming after visiting it for the first time ever! Join her as she reminisces about her favourite moments and favourite people to play music with. Get to know her a…

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First Official Trailer released for The Lady in the Van, starring Maggie Smith

Dame Maggie Smith stars in The Lady in the Van, a silver screen comedy adapted by Alan Bennett from his own memoir and stage play. The story follows a woman named Miss Shepherd, who ends up parking her van in Bennett’s driveway and ends up living there for no less than 15 years. Directed by Nicholas Hytner,…

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Exclusive Episode Sherlock: The Abominable Bride Set to Hit Select Cinemas in January, 2016

BBC’s Sherlock is set to hit the big screen on January 2, 2016 with one-off episode, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride. Directed by Douglas Mackinnon, Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman will reprise their roles as Sherlock Holmes and John Watson in this stand-alone 90-minute special set in 1895 Victorian London. Bonus features include 15 minutes of cinema exclusive content featuring cast and crew…

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Ed Sheeran to Perform at the 2015 ARIA Awards

Ed Sheeran is set to return to the shores of Sydney on November 26 for his first ever ARIA performance. Ed Sheeran will be joining the likes of Conrad Sewell, Flight Facilities, Hermitude, Peking Duk, Vance Joy and many more. Tickets to the 2015 ARIA Awards have sold out, but you can catch Sheeran on his Australian Tour from the…

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