Meanjin/Brisbane petalcore outfit Torizon have just released their emotionally charged new single “Bloom“, following characters Luna and Sam as they navigate a harrowing miscarriage. Produced and mixed by Kalen Austin, and mastered by Mike Kalajian, Rogue Planet Studios (Bad Omens, Windwaker, Papa Roach), the unfolding narrative is bolstered by razor-sharp riffs, synth flourises, and frontwoman Mish Sharma‘s dynamic vocals. Packed with grief-laden…
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Hailing from Meanjin/Brisbane, Jo Davie delivers indie folk/pop masterpieces. She has been teasing out singles from her upcoming EP, Nothing Comes Free, including “Colder”, Throw me a Rope” and “Sandcastles”, each song showcasing her consumate songwriting and warm intimate vocals. When we saay ‘upcoming’, indeed the time is upon us. It will be released tomorrow,…
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It’s less than three weeks before The Great Escape festival kicks off in Brighton. As always, it’s stacked with Australian artists. There are currently thirty on the lineup. For the past fifteen years, Sounds Australia has put together showcases at the festival, featuring Aussie artists, and this year the tradition continues. On Thursday, 15th May,…
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Xani Kolac is a violinist, composer, and improviser with a seemingly endless list of ideas and directions for her work. With a focus on contemporary compositions, Xani is prolific and dynamic in her output. 2025 is proving to be a milestone year for Xani. She will be releasing two albums, a live improvised recording from…
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Going into last weekend’s Coachella (the first of its two planned weekend events), it seemed that Lady Gaga was inevitably going to steal all the expected focus. And, certainly, the Grammy-winner did the most, with a near-20 song set that largely celebrated her new album (Mayhem), but served as a memory lane stroll for her…
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There has been a massive influx of Australian bands surging through listening platforms over the last few years. Many bands however, aren’t receiving the recognition they deserve despite the brilliant songs they are creating. This is why I’m here to bring you my current top four up-and-coming Australian bands you should know about. I’ve taken…
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Pop-rock singer/songwriter and guitarist extraordinaire, Majelen, has today released her formidable debut album Stuck With You. The songs on the album have been inspired by love and relationships, and her passion for the Australian landscape. The album was recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London, where they were able to capture her incredible…
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It’s hard to believe, but it’s been 10 years since Soundwave Festival collapsed into a sinkhole of debt, doubt and dirt. Yes, really. And the only serious contenders to threaten to take its place have been Good Things and Knotfest. Sure, they scratch an itch, but none last longer than twelve hours, and neither did…
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Perth raised and Melbourne based singer-songwriter Peter Bibby released debut album Butcher / Hairstylist / Beautician back in 2014, a collection of honest lyricism tuned to underground rock. Beginning his musical career as a busker in Perth, then later becoming part of the group Frozen Ocean, Peter has performed on stages around the world, touring with…
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The 16th annual AU review countdown of the 40 best albums of the year has arrived. This year, as always, our contributors bring together a mix of artists from Australia and around the world. Hopefully your favourite album(s) made the cut – and maybe you’ll discover a few new ones along the way, too. Read…
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Music is much more than just art. It’s a neuroscientific tool that you can use to pocket memories, elevate moments and add magic to the mundane. Some elicit stronger bouts of nostalgia than others simply because of how they’re produced and written. But the process of music digging into our souls and helping us find…
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Australia is known the world over for its vibrant festival culture – how lucky are we? From our electrifying bush doofs to more laid-back affairs, our country is home to over 500 music festivals. Our festival scene is also so unique that it attracts music lovers from all corners of the globe, making Aussie music…
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November is Ausmusic Month, and with Ausmusic T-shirt Day – Thursday 28th – just around the corner, Support Act is raising money for this country’s abundant creative talent and giving back to the precarious sector with our help. ABC have announced a packed programme of television and radio events in support of the cause and…
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The silly season has already started. With work winding down, Christmas parties loading up, and all those Xmas lights starting to sparkle, it’s beginning to look a lot like freedom. No doubt you’ll be planning an epic December to let loose from a chaotic 2024. We’re willing to bet that live music is a big…
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In the age of the internet, where over-consumption reigns supreme, finding authenticity can feel like trying to find a unicorn. Where Temu offers knock-off Matisse art for $2.99, mainstream music offers algorithmic, surface-level tunes designed not to inspire but to sell. According to IDLES mouthpiece Joe Talbot, “art and music are the only way anyone…
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Teary-eyed delegates. Two feet lodged on a sticky floor. Purple-pink haze on stage. Singer in a black and white polka-dot puffy dress. A red Nord keyboard. I am amongst a crowd of fans, creatives, and industry giants at Eclipse in Fortitude Valley for Heleina Zara’s last BIGSOUND show, trying to name 5 things directly in…
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Today, Naarm artist Charlie Lane has released her debut album, I’m Okay Now But I Wasn’t. It’s a beautiful and moving album full to the brim with songs that are deeply personal and emotive. A queer and disabled artist, Charlie sees the world from a different perspective to most of us. She has proudly and…
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With a relentless spirit, and wide range of influences, the collective Sex on Toast have been creating technicolour rock for twenty years now. Today they have released their latest album, Pegasus, that brilliantly showcases their deep talents and broad interests. The album is a glorious mix of funk and pop, big horns, RnB, jazz and…
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Melbourne pop punk act All Regards are excited to announce their debut EP ALL OUR DREAMS TURN TO NIGHTMARES – out 1 November – and we are stoked to premiere the video for new single “FALLBACK” ahead of its official release tomorrow. Produced, mixed and mastered by Jack Newlyn (Between You & Me, Stuck Out),…
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Hailing from Perth, singer/songwriter Hanah Stow has today dropped her debut EP, Sidelined, and it’s a beauty. Six tracks of intimate, emotive and melancholic musings, it’s a beautiful first record for the talented artist. Hannah reflects on her journey to get to this important milestone. From the ache of leaving her home town to pursue…
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Whether he’s blasting away behind the drum kit for beloved Sydney noise-rock duo Party Dozen or churning out distorted bass-lines for punk power trio Arse, there’s no mistaking the towering presence of Jonathan Boulet in the contemporary Australian music scene. The multi-instrumentalist even makes waves behind the boards, having served as a producer for bands…
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Every so often, music journalism is given a little spark with a big personality and a fresh idea. There aren’t many people around who can flip the traditional interview style with their own little twists and turns and carve out a one-of-one identity. But that’s exactly what nationally-nominated music journalist Tait McGregor has done with…
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It’s always wonderful to see Australian artists getting the recognition they deserve overseas. But rarely do you expect to see Australian musicians featured in a museum in the USA. However, when The Punk Rock Museum opened in Las Vegas last April, three Australian punk bands saw themselves featured alongside the legends of the genre. Founded…
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Deep in the heartland of the United States rests a valley, north of sprawling cornfields but south of the intersections that connect the country’s four quadrants. For 11 months and 3 weeks, it is just a grassy hilly field. But for three days in August, it transforms into Hinterland. Hinterland began in 2015 as a…
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With the the launch of the hi-tech Sphere and a multitude of modern new experiences in Las Vegas, it may seem that the classic “Las Vegas Residency” isn’t getting the attention it once did. But the reality is, more major artists are performing in the city than ever before, each bringing in tens of millions…
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Today, Sydney singer/songwriter Abbey Lane has released her debut EP, the fabulous Afterthoughts. Relationships are the central theme of the record, and the highs and lows of letting ourselves be vulnerable through love are artfully captured by the talented songwriter. There are many highlights here. One of my favourites is “Stuck in that moment”, which…
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Last Friday, New Zealand/Aotearoa’s Georgia Lines released her stunning debut album, The Rose of Jericho. This record is bound together by stunning vocals and mature, well-crafted songwriting drawn from life experiences. Lush instrumentation, with piano and sparkly synths to the fore, permeates throughout this gem. The album was written over two years in response to…
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Sydney’s Imogen Clark has bared her soul in her epic new album, The Art of Getting Through, released today. Imogen is a musician who boldly embraces her fears and tackles headon the challenges that lie ahead. It’s fair to say that no stone was left unturned in the making of this record. The courage taken…
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Music fans across Brisbane and beyond were left reeling earlier this month after iconic venue The Zoo announced its upcoming closure. And with sister venue Stranded also closing up shop and South Brisbane fixtures Can You Keep A Secret? and It’s Still A Secret revealing their own fight to keep the doors open, it’s clear…
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Next month, the UK’s premier showcasing event, The Great Escape kicks off. It’s an incredible opportunity for bands to present themselves to new audiences, and it has been a staple for many years for Australian talent. Running from the 15th to 18th of May in Brighton, there are more than 500 artists from around the…
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