Author: Larry Heath
Founding Editor and Publisher of the AU review. Currently based in Toronto, Canada. You can follow him on Twitter @larry_heath or on Instagram @larryheath.
Watch Tim Chaisson perform "The Healing" at SXSW 2014!
the AU review captures Canadian artist Tim Chaisson performing his track “The Healing” – and tells us a story about Leann Rimes – at the Canadian House during SXSW 2014.
the AU interview: Craig Pearce, co-writer of Strictly Ballroom talks about adapting the play and film for the new musical!
I met with Baz Luhrmann’s long time co-writer Craig Pearce at The Star in Sydney, as the cast and crew were feverishly preparing for the premiere of Strictly Ballroom – while the Lyric Theatre itself underwent a facelift in time for its glamorous debut. We headed into The Star’s new food court for lunch and…
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Danny Harley aka The Kite String Tangle (Brisbane) reflects on his experiences in Austin, Texas!
Filmed at The Aussie BBQ on the final day of events at SXSW 2014, we sit down with Danny Harley aka rising Australian electronic star The Kite String Tangle to look back at his time and experiences at the event in Austin, Texas. And looking forward, Danny returns to Australia to tour with Groovin’ The…
7 TV Characters whose addictions are… addictive to watch. Part Two.
With SBS 2’s The Feed spending their week looking at addiction, we at The Iris and the AU review will be spending a bit of time doing the same. We’re kicking things off here on The Iris by looking at 7 characters whose various addictions make them must-watch television in their own right. You might…
Exclusive Video Premiere: Sarah McLeod and Jeff Martin "Man The Life Boats" (2014)
Having toured the country together, it’s only natural that Jeff Martin and Sarah McLeod‘s would collaborate on record. Their epic debut single “Man The Life Boats” has been a highlight of their national tour and now we have the official video premiere on the AU review! Fans of the pair have been overwhelmed with the…
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Black Lips (Atlanta, GA) on their first album in three years "Underneath the Rainbow" and more.
the AU review sits down with Atlanta, GA punk rockers Black Lips at SXSW 2014 to talk about the festival, their new record Underneath the Rainbow, which is out now and much more… Part One: Part Two: Camera: Johnny Au Sound/Interview: Sosefina Fuamoli Edit: Larry Heath Filmed in Austin, Texas during SXSW – March 2014.
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Travis Barker (California)
the AU review’s Sosefina sits down with Travis Barker from Blink-182 at SXSW 2014. Watch below! Part One: Part Two:
The Iris at SXSW: Passion Pit’s Ian Hultquist talks about scoring Animals.
In this exclusive interview, The Iris meets Ian Hultquist from the band Passion Pit to talk about scoring the film Animals, which premiered at SXSW 2014. Part One: Part Two: From IMDB: Animals tells the story of Jude and Bobbie: a young couple that exist somewhere between homelessness and the fantasy of their imaginations. Though…
Former Taxiride vocalist Jason Singh announces regional shows.
Former Taxiride vocalist Jason Singh is finding success with his new single “Speakers”, which is receiving radio play around the country. It’s only natural, therefore, that he’s hitting the road! Having already played Geelong, Melbourne and Albury, new dates have been announced seeing the singer take in three more regional centres. Dates below! Remaining Tour…
Ten songs that tackle the subject of addiction.
As SBS 2’s The Feed turn their attention to addiction for a week of special features on the subject, so do we. You may have seen our special on TV characters with addictions of their own over on The Iris, and today on the AU we bring you a playlist of ten tracks we love…
Watch Tim Chaisson (Canada) perform "Here Tonight" at SXSW!
the AU review captures Canadian artist Tim Chaisson performing his track “Here Tonight” – fiddle and all – at the Canadian House during SXSW 2014. And after you enjoy this track, why not check out this one he performed on our couch at AU HQ last June!
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Radkey (Missouri)
Radkey is a punk band from St. Joseph, Missouri made up of three teenage brothers: Dee, Isaiah, and Solomon. After playing the SPIN party at SXSW, the buzz band sat down with the AU review to talk about the festival, their music and much more. Get to know the band that everyone was talking about…
Kings of Leon, Outkast and Eminem joined by ten Australian bands for Lollapallooza 2014!
Who wants to go to Chicago? Well, with today’s massive Lollapalooza announcement, we certainly do. Headlining the three day event – now in its 10th year and already sold out by the time we write this article – are Eminem, Outkast and Kings of Leon alongside names like Arctic Monkeys, Skrillex, Calvin Harris and Foster…
Exclusive: Director Christian Larson and Manager Amy Thomson talk “Leave The World Behind” at SXSW
the AU review meets director Christian Larson and executive producer (and manager of Swedish House Mafia) Amy Thomson, to talk about the film Leave The World Behind: A Film Starring Swedish House Mafia, just as the film was premiering at SXSW 2014. The film is released no iTunes on April 15th. Get more details HERE…
Spotlight on Newcastle, NSW (Part One): SURFest, Jimmy Figg's Bare-knuckle Barber and Craft Beer Week Launch.
At the end of last year, Californian Andrew Smith was awarded the title of Destination NSW’s “Chief Funster”, a duty that sees him travel around the State for six months, creating digital content that shows off New South Wales in all its splendour. I had the opportunity to join Andrew for two days of his…
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: A Great Big World (New York)
Johnny spoke to Ian Axel & Chad Vaccarino from A Great Big World on the red carpet at Perez’s Hilton’s One Night In Austin showcase during SXSW 2014. The guys spoke about their new album, working with Christina Aguilera and their trip to Australia – which is happening right now!
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Bear Hands (New York)
Watch our chat with two parts of New York outfit Bear Hands, as we talk about their new album Distraction and much more. The second part of the interview is available after the jump…
Exclusive Video Premiere: Leah Flanagan "Everything" (2014)
the AU is proud to premiere the brand new music video and single from Sydney-based, NT-raised singer/songwriter Leah Flanagan. We’ve been fans of Leah for a long time now, as have many; she’s had the honour of collaborating with the likes of Sinead O’Connor, John Cale and Meshell Ndegeocello. Her new single “Everything” comes off…
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: The Great Wilderness (Costa Rica)
After enjoying them late last year at Culture Collide in Los Angeles, the AU review caught up with Costa Rica’s The Great Wilderness while in Texas, at SXSW 2014, to talk about the festival, their music and much more…
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Keith Morris of OFF! (USA)
Larry Heath interviews Keith Morris of OFF! (formerly of Black Flag and Circle Jerks) at SXSW 2014 to talk about the band’s third record, Wasted Years, due out next month, performing in zoos to a bunch of monkeys and more. Part two happens after the jump… Wasted Years is set to be released on April…
the AU interview at SXSW 2014: Perfect Pussy (New York)
the AU review interviews New York punk outfit Perfect Pussy at SXSW 2014 to talk about their South by Southwest experiences, being a “buzz band” at the event, the nerves of the NPR showcase, their music, touring, their favourite Australian bands and much more… Get your hands on the punk stylings of Perfect Pussy on…
the AU sessions: Joshua James performs "Favorite Diamond"
the AU review presents Joshua James performing the new track “Favorite Diamond” LIVE and Acoustic as part of their AU sessions series. Filmed in Sydney, Australia on 21st March 2014, while Joshua was in the country supporting Neil Finn on his national tour. Don’t miss Joshua headline tonight at The Vanguard (March 23rd) in his…