Interviews

I remember when I was younger and thinking about LA and LA culture, there were a few things I just assumed, especially when growing up. I assumed to grow up in Los Angeles meant that you were either one of the sun-kissed blessed folk to come out of The O.C, your hip-hop education came right…

In our 90th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet California’s Media Jeweler, and chat about their inspiration, barnacles, the allure of business cards and get a sneak peak at their latest track ‘Passport Invalid’. Band Name: Media Jeweler Website / Social Media: mediajeweler.org Facebook / Soundcloud / Genre: Rock Members & their roles: SAM –…

In our 89th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Brooklyn’s Ember Isles, and chat about their forthcoming EP, living in Brooklyn and get a sneak peak at their latest track ‘John James’. Band Name: Ember Isles Website / Social Media: www.theislesband.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram / Twitter Genre: Modern Folk Members & their roles:…

In our 88th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet London’s Amber Leaves, and chat about their brand new release, “This Ain’t A Love Song”, going from being a back-up band to a full blown outfit and what the future holds for the band. Musician/Band Name: Amber Leaves Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud /…

In our 87th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Damien Ike from East London, and chat about his start in the music industry and get a sneak peak at his latest track ‘Kingdom Come’ off his latest release, Even In War. Musician: Damien Ike Website / Social Media: Facebook / Twitter / Soundcloud Genre: Alternative…

In our 86th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Roses & Revolutions from Rochester, and chat about moving towards a more indie pop sound, their love of Fleetwood Mac and get a sneak peak at their latest track ‘Start Over’ off their EP, Torch. Band Name: Roses & Revolutions Website / Social Media: rosesandrevolutions.com Facebook…

In our 85th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet GLADES from Sydney, and chat about preparing for their debut show and get a sneak peak at their latest track ‘Falling Away’. Band Name: GLADES Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud / Twitter Genre: Alternative Pop Members & their roles: Karina – Lead vocals Cam…

In our 84th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Ornaments from Newcastle, and chat about being friends since high school, their eclectic influences and get a sneak peak at their latest track, ‘Strangers’. Band Name: Ornaments Website / Social Media: Facebook / Soundcloud / Triple J Unearthed Genre: Indie, Rock Members & their roles: Huw…

Fresh from the announcement that Peking Duk were down for two ARIA nominations – Best Dance Release and Song of the Year for “Take Me Over” – I sat down with Reuben Styles from the Canberra duo to talk about the nominations, the brilliant video for “Say My Name” featuring Matt McGorry (as well as…

In our 83rd instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet the Gold Coast’s David Aurora, and chat about his writing process, avoiding genre stereotypes and listen to his latest track ‘Crawl’. Musician/Band Name: David Aurora Website / Social Media: davidauroramusic.com Facebook Genre: Anything and everything. Members & their roles: David Aurora (guitar/piano/vocals) with a revolving door…

Ahead of their show this weekend in Sydney with Hands of Houses, we caught up with Sam Faul, the lead singer of emerging Western Sydney hard-rock/alternative metal band Fifth Dawn. We find out how she got started in music, how the band formed, get her advice for other up-and-coming artists, talk about the importance of…

Photo Credit: The Design Monsters Ahead of their show this weekend in Sydney with Hands of Houses, we caught up with Monica Strut, the lead singer of emerging Sydney band Vanity Riots. We find out how she got started in music, how the band formed, get her advice for other up-and-coming artists, talk about the…

Ahead of their show this weekend in Sydney with Hands of Houses, we caught up with Sam Faul, the lead singer of emerging Western Sydney hard-rock/alternative metal band Fifth Dawn. We find out how she got started in music, how the band formed, get her advice for other up-and-coming artists, talk about the importance of…

Jack and Jeremy from City Calm Down caught up with the AU’s editor-in-chief Larry at BIGSOUND recently. The alternative pop group have immediate plans for touring through October in advance of the release of their new album In A Restless House. Touring for any band is the prime chance to play new material live; “This…

Just before the release of their much anticipated new album Better Nature, I caught up with Nikki Monninger of LA based outfit Silversun Pickups to talk about working on the album with Jacknife, performing acoustically, plans to return to Australia and how this may be the quickest album they’ve ever recorded… Read on! How’s has…

Photo Credit: Cole Bennetts Hip-hop duo Erica and Sally from Coda Conduct are two Canberra born girls taking the local hip-hop scene by storm. With a released EP Butter Side Up, touring plans and supporting actor-turned-rap god Childish Gambino, read what the pair have to say on their career as musicians so far. Click through…

We caught up with Canadian Indie rock band Yukon Blonde at the BIGSOUND conference in Brisbane. Having recently released their new record On Blonde, the quartet discuss their touring plans and how the album is being received internationally. Click through to read more… Since their time at SXSW in Austin, the group have been on…

Tomorrow night, the 8th AU Sessions will be taking over the Hive Bar in Erksineville, with performances from Kay Proudlove and Paul Mason. We caught up with the latter artist to learn a bit more about him ahead of the free showcase! Read on: How old were you when you started writing your own music?…

In our 82nd instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet the UK’s Tim Muddiman and The Strange and chat about touring with Gary Numan and Pop Will Eat Itself, recording with friends, and his upcoming release ‘Your Drugs’. Band Name: Tim Muddiman and The Strange Website / Social Media: timmuddimanandthestrange.com Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Rock Members…

Eleven years in, John Butler and Danielle Caruana’s Seed Fund is giving incredible opportunities to musicians all over Australia. And now they’re asking for the support of Australians to help them keep giving back, launching their first ever fundraising campaign through Pozible and announcing an incredible fundraising concert happening in Melbourne next month. To talk…

In our 81st instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Jesse Witney from Gympie, Queensland, and chat about his one man tour across Australia, growing up in a musical family and his brand new release, Be It. Musician: Jesse Witney Website / Social Media: jessewitney.com Facebook / Soundcloud Genre: Roots Members & their roles: Jesse Witney…

Lewis, Nic, Christian and Dan from garage rock band Food Court sat down with the AU’s editor-in-chief Larry at BIGSOUND in Brisbane. Being back on the road again, the band discuss the exhilarating trials of new songs in front of festival crowds and plans for an EP. Click through to read more… From releasing singles…

Ahead of the release of his new retrospective live record From The Violent Banks Of The Kaaterskill we caught up with American singer-songwriter Simone Felice to discover a little bit more about the recording of the album; just how you decide what to include from ten years worth of songs; and we chat a little…

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…

We caught up with Matt, Sophie, Nick and Ethan from Tired Lion at BIGSOUND in Brisbane. The four piece have been busy with a hectic touring schedule, but that is not stopping progress for a full length album. Click through to read more! Green Buzzard, Grenadiers and Methyl Ethel, are just a few bands that…

We spoke to Jesse and Phil from solid rock band Grenadiers on their time at BIGSOUND, touring and future album plans. After opening BIGSOUND with a massive set, the two reveal their favourite acts from the festival and more… Simultaneously staying and performing at The New Globe Theatre was a fantastic chance for the band…

Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer and all around musical genius Harts spoke with us before his killer set at BIGSOUND. The young artist’s blend of electronic-pop with Hendrix inspired rock has lead to endless sold-out shows and festivals, with a new album currently in the works. Click through to read more! “I’ve been wanting to play BIGSOUND…

User 592 Hello Asia! editor Johnny Au recently caught up with singing and song-writing twin sisters Jayesslee (Janice and Sonia) at the Sydney YouTube FanFest red carpet. They shared their thoughts on their recent performances in Sydney and Melbourne, their favourite covers to date and their impressions of their very first YouTube FanFest. You can…

In our 80th instalment of “Stumbled Upon”, we meet Sydney bred, now London locals, Netsuke, and chat about their latest single, ‘Mute’. Band Name: Netsuke Website / Social Media: ilovenetsuke.com Facebook / Soundcloud / Instagram Genre: Alternative Electronic Members & their roles: Freya: vocals + electronics, Elias: vocals + electronics, Danny: guitar and programming (and…

Ahead of their performance tomorrow at Small World Festival in Sydney – presented by the fine folks at Young Henry’s – we caught up with Katie Wighton from Sydney’s All Our Exes Live In Texas to talk about the festival, the best music in Australia right now and we ask the all important question: what…