Norway’s feminist fury Sløtface are back with single “Nancy Drew”, ahead of the release of their debut album Try Not To Freak Out. The accompanying visuals are somewhere between lyric video and film clip, the animation by Norwegian illustrator jellyvamps exploring “all of the tinder cliches you come across online… and illustrating them all in cool clever ways.” The…
Ariel Pink has brought fans back into his curiously wonderful world with the release of his new single, “Another Weekend”. The LA artist’s first cut of new music since January’s collaboration with Weyes Blood (Myths 002), “Another Weekend” proves to be an exciting look ahead to the new chapter from Ariel Pink – one we’ve…
We’ve got the new joint from Perth’s Coin Banks today in the glorious “Forgive Us” – as a step forward for the MC, this new single is a proven jaunt, not just a small creep further into the deserved light. Linking up with the WAAPA Gospel Choir, the song itself is playful and fully-rounded; smooth in delivery, memorable in…
Jordan Rakei has returned with a brand new single in “Sorceress” – a hit of soul that gives us an insight into the vocalist and producer’s forthcoming album. Of course, Rakei worked his way onto the radars and into the hearts of many with his 2016 record Cloak, firmly establishing the NZ-born, UK-based artist as one…
They have been going from strength to strength this year and ahead of their return to Sydney this weekend, SAFIA have released this awesome live video of their current single “Go To Waste”. Filmed at the famous Festival Hall in Melbourne at the end of their Internal album tour, you can really get a grasp for just how big SAFIA have…
Squidgenini returns with another groove set to have your head turning with “Alligator”. The film clip is bright and straight up in its message: “I’m just not that into you”. Humorous yet incredibly biting, “Alligator” is the tune you’ll want to hit ‘play’ on when you’re feeling your sassy self and simply wanting to dance to…
Two LA boys got into the studio recently to produce a slice of heat and yep, it’s pretty great. RL Grime and Miguel have come together on “Stay For It”, dropping just as the DJ/producer is about to embark on another huge American tour. The track soars with Grime’s production and Miguel’s remarkable R&B vocals and as Grime…
Every single delightful snippet we’ve seen so far from The Preatures has been an incredible insight into their latest album, Girlhood, which is set for release on the 11th of August. Thankfully, to take the sting out of the wait and anticipation, we now how some delicious visuals to go with the freshly dropped title track. The clip…
Crystal Cities have followed up on their release of “Who’s Gonna Save Us Now” earlier this year with another entrancing tune in “Binary Eyes”. Equally as catchy as the earlier release, “Binary Eyes” comes delivering some moments of guitar and hooks, while remaining easy as ever to bop to. A great slice of indie, get Crystal…
“Taking Care of Eddy” has been a choice cut from Surfer Blood‘s new album Snowdonia and today, we’re taking a closer look at its recently released music video. Directed by Niko Guardia and Sachio Cook, the animated video establishes a strange and curious universe that matches up with the intensity of the tune itself. The colours are great, as the…
Sydney multi-instrumentalist Danel Ahern aka Bus Vipers has dropped a new single in “CSIRO Weeds”, the first release from his debut EP, Federal Highway. It’s an exciting release from Bus Vipers as it is his first news music release since 2013. What Bus Vipers does well is craft rich sounds boasting brilliant texture and melody – “CSIRO Weeds”…
BADBADNOTGOOD have long been known for their choice collaborations and their link up with Denzel Curry to rework the latter’s tune “Ultimate” has been a perfect example. Today, we’re sharing the official music video that’s been released for this little reimagining, captured by David Wept and UnkleLuc. Trippy and energetic, the visuals perfectly represent both artists – take a spin…
They’re fresh off the back of some well-received shows in the UK and are currently looking down the barrel at a huge collaborative tour back at home. It’s only right that in the middle of it all, there should be some new music featuring the soulful triumvirate of Sensible J, Remi and Sampa the Great. “Fire Sign” is…
The latest act to join the Ratbag Records fold come from Rockhampton – if you’ve not heard of Pandamic, you’re definitely going to have them on your radar now. The four piece are releasing their EP Archer this Friday and ahead of its drop, we’re sharing their new music video for their kickin’ new single, “SAM”. Engineered…
It’s getting colder now and mornings are becoming tougher to embrace. If you’re feeling like staying in, get around the new track from Vanessa Elisha, who has doled out a prime slice of dark R&B in “Dark & Lonely”. The tune itself is apologetic and nostalgic in content matter, but the waves of density that come…
Thomas Oliver has returned today with a brand new music video for what has become a highlight piece of music from his album Floating in the Darkness, “Tenderly”. Filmed out at Wilpena Pound in South Australia, the music video encapsulates the isolated nature of the outback, while the vibrancy in the earthiness of the environment is…
The now Melbourne based Didirri has released his new single “Blind You”, today, and it’s another striking release from the artist who has had us charmed for a little while now. His songwriting boasts earnestness and a certain uninhibited nature that draws the listener in – with Didirri’s music, you’ll be wanting to know more. At…
Citizen Kay returns with a new music video, this time for “These Kicks” – directed by Elder and shot in Sydney, the video’s narrative follows a homeless man with an endlessly positive outlook. As Citizen Kay describes, the video’s concept ties in with the song’s central themes of ‘faking it til you make it’. “I’ve been beginning…
If you’ve been living under a rock, you may have missed the fact that The Smith Street Band are killing it at the moment. The four piece from Footscray are right smack bang in the middle of their Australian tour for their latest album, More Scared of You Than You Are of Me, which is arguably one of the…
Winning the Telstra Road to Discovery in 2015 gave Sydney songwriter Merpire a great platform to launch her music from and since then,she ha become a live performer in demand and a songwriting talent to be reckoned with. Most recently heading into the studio with Andy Bull, Merpire has released a new single in “Holding Breath”. The tune…
We give Melbourne’s Baby Blue a lot of love, and for good reason. The four-piece, fronted by Rhea Caldwell, are a genre-spanning group, spinning through grooving 60’s rock, indie pop melodies, and solid guitar riffs. What’s better than just Baby Blue? How about Baby Blue’s single “New Girlfriend”, taken from their debut EP In My Mind, and dogs? Rhea reached out…
Mikhael Paskalev is back with another sparkly number, this time in “Shotgun”. A fine return from the Norwegian pop maestro – with swirling textural vibes akin to popular Tears For Fears cuts and when his vocal kicks in, there’s hits of Passion Pit vibrancy that will instantly draw indie pop fans in. As a tune…
The resurgence of 90s indie and/or grunge inspired rock has seen both melancholy and massive bands on the scene, some taking the genre in modern and inspired directions. New Jersey’s Trü are definitely in the latter category, their rhythmic guitars work injected with a certain shoegaze feel. “Take A Peek” is the opening track from their upcoming…
One of our top acts to watch at this years Great Escape Festival, Kamikaze Girls have dropped the music video for their single “Deathcap”, and have cemented why they were one of our picks. The UK two piece bring their unique post riot grrrl sound and fuzz-soaked rock stronger than ever in the clip, filmed by Katie McMillan, and edited…
You wouldn’t normally couple the words ‘dark’ and ‘euphoria’ together but somehow, when Brisbane’s Tabrill puts his touch on music, the two blend together well. Case in point, his new single, “Sans”. The song is minimalistic in delivery; the space normally occupied by vocals is instead filled with layers of dark electronic production, establishing a great…
Directed by Anthony Supreme, we head to New York City to follow Brooklyn’s SAINt JHN and his fellow Supreme-clad crew around in this, the official music video for “3 Below”. The noticeably down-temp trap-infused beat has made “3 Below” a favourite with the blogs and fans recently and now, there’s an extra attachment to the song for…
Indie rockers The Districts are back, dropping their second single from their upcoming LP, Popular Manipulations. “If Before I Wake” is heavy on the drone, citing influences from shoegaze to The Velvet Underground. There’s a distinct sound to these guys, touching on that 00’s indie rock vibe, with some modern finesse, all moulded by vocalist Rob Grote‘s distinctive and soaring voice. Of…
Melbourne’s Splendidid (not a typo) have been crafting a niche for themselves in the inner North’s music scene over the last eight months. Voracious gigging has allowed the group to jam out riffs and melodies live, and flesh out their psych-soaked songs based on what the audience digs. Dom Alessio (triple j) describes their sound as “sunshine…
New York duo Overcoats are JJ Mitchell and Hana Elion – two musicians who have captivated our attention recently. Their debut album YOUNG is out now – exuding excitement and charm, there have been many moments on the album that caught our attention initially but more importantly, kept it. Current single “Leave The Light On” is one such example, a…
After some 80s inspired electronica for your ears? We’ve got you covered. Ahead of the release of their upcoming debut self titled record, Night Drive have given us a delicious first taste. https://soundcloud.com/nightdrivemusic/trapeze-artist-regrets “Trapeze Artist Regrets” will have you strutting your stuff like you’re ripe and ready for a hot fire night on the town. A steady beat, flashes…
