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:…
Just in time for Halloween, Sydney artist and DJ Fingertips has dropped a creepy new single with “Get Out Alive”, and a bit of a world first to accompany it: a horror themed music video filmed entirely on Snapchat. Alex Wall (Wax Witches/Bleeding Knees Club) helped supply the artwork, and the track itself was Recorded and mixed at…
Perth producer Ta-ku has teamed up with Brisbane songstress Wafia for an interesting, stripped back interpretation of Estelle and Kanye West’s hit single “American Boy”. With Ta-ku stepping his own game up with vocal work, this track marks a pretty big leap for the acclaimed beat-maker who is still enjoying accolades from the brilliant EP…
Sydney four-piece Wells introduced themselves to us a few months ago with their tune “Fractures” and this week, we’ve been stoked to see they’ve been able to successfully follow it up with their new single, “Shepherd”. The second tune taken from their debut EP The Pale King, “Shepherd” is a dark, tense and gorgeous piece…
One man band Harts‘ new single is an anthemic funk/rock/pop fusion, that is sure to get your feet tapping. It’s the latest track from his second album, due for release in February 2016. Imagine The Cat Empire meets Funkadelic playing 80s Prince songs. Hand claps, brief guitar solos, vocal harmonies, this song has a lot of things going on,…
Oh, Frank. Frank, Frank, Frank. After the antics of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes‘ video for “Juggernaut”, we find our hero in a whole new heap of visceral hijinx, this time in the clip for “Trouble”. Directed by Niall Coffey, Carter is hunted and then tortured in this clip – it’s dark (obviously), harrowing and, if you’re a…
And the Lord said ‘let there be more sick Halcyon Drive tunes’, and there were, and all was well. “Reset” is the latest from the Melbourne duo and it’s nothing short of a cracker. Elements of indie, rock, and electronica are all on display in this three and a half minute offering that definitely deserves…
Half Moon Run are on a good, well, run at the moment. The Canadians have continued to spur on the good momentum surrounding their latest album, Sun Leads Me On, with the release of the music video for new single “Turn Your Love”. The song itself, written at 5am, during the making of the band’s first album,…
Recorded at the famous Third Man Records and produced by the one and only Jack White, the latest release from Courtney Barnett was created under amazing circumstances. The track is a B-side on a just released 7” from Third Man Records, a cover of the Roland S. Howard penned song “Shivers”. In classic Barnett style, her tight…
The title track from YACHT’s latest album I Thought The Future Would Be Cooler, this song and video present current technology in a strangely confronting light, all backed by a catchy electronica beat and vocals that have a comforting amount of La Roux to them. Even if the future isn’t as cool as YACHT would like it…
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 /…
There’s a certain mysterious vibe surrounding this track from 21 year old Sydneysider Yokota that is seriously infectious. Working out of her bedroom studio, this new face on the scene has written “Tightrope”, a swirly yet straightforward electronica/pop track that has me unashamedly wishing for more. Give it a listen here: https://soundcloud.com/yokota-1/tightrope Follow the artist on…
The Drones are an undeniably powerful band, (you just need to check out their live shows to see that), and their new single “Taman Shud” is no exception to this. Recorded at Tropical Fuckstorm Studios produced and engineered by Gareth Liddiard and Aaron Cupples, the new single has flawless production, even in its heaviest parts, and…
Sydney based electronic music producer Deutsch Duke has had a jam packed year. After the release of his first single late in 2014, he’s gone on to play with Flight Facilities, co-producing the track “Sunshine”, and providing his smooth vocals to the track “Down To Earth”. The newest single “Harder Without You” jumps between sweeps, and…
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…
It’s been a long time between drinks for Urthboy, releasing his first music in over three years today. The new track, “Long Loud Hours”, has less of a focus on beats than a lot of Urthboy‘s earlier work, and more on lyrics. The emotive track features vocals from Bertie Blackman in choruses, soaring over piano…
Beach House are the kind of band that do things a bit differently, like releasing two albums within two months. After being treated to their fifth album Depression Cherry last month, a new album Thank Your Lucky Stars which isn’t a companion or B-side album, but a completely new project, has just been released. Their…
Melbourne duo Milwaukee Banks have recently been signed to Dot Dash/Remote Control Records for the global release of Deep Into the Night, the duo’s debut album due out in 2016! For Edo and Dyl, this year has already spawned many awesome career developments as they’ve consistently proven themselves as an act worthy of attention. Combining some great production with a cool…
Sydney based electro duo Left. have dropped their new single “Jungle”, and fans of slick production and powerful vocals are in for a treat. Sarah‘s voice jumps from a smooth crooning to huge heights at the drop of a hat, all over infectiously catchy beats. The duo even managed to score the chance to play with Tuka at Field…
Melbourne 5-piece Swim Season are bringing Summer on early with “Soldiers”, the lead single from their upcoming EP Cascades. Blending elements of alternative, indie, and even some electronica, they’ve got a great sound that definitely deserves a listen. Check it out here: ———- This content has recently been ported from its original home on The…
Our Music Video of the Day comes at you from Brisbane producer Charles Murdoch who lays the smooth-as-silk ground work for some really gorgeous vocals from local songstress Wafia, New York emcee Hak, and Perth’s ever-reliable Ta-ku, who gives his first ever vocal feature. Murdoch’s forthcoming debut album, Point, is sounding mighty fine if “Frogs”…
Meredith may not be huge just yet, but she’s got a sound that still comes off as strangely familiar. Today‘s video of the day is from the young Aussie whom we haven’t heard much of in the past year or so, however “Levels” marks a fantastic return. This Lorde-esque clip has fantastic aesthetic that captures the…
We’re going with a bit of alt-punk for today’s single of the day courtesy of Toronto’s very own Seaway. With sonic similarities to Neck Deep and Real Friends this Canadian five-piece could soon find themselves playing with the big names of modern punk if they keep the quality up in the way they have with…
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…
Taken from their brilliant new record Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied, Scottish rockers The Fratellis have released a video for their single “Impostors (Little By Little)” – a track which is destined to get stuck in your head (little by little), and a video which is pretty easy to enjoy. We at the AU are excited to…
The 80s vibes are strong in this one from VANDER. Although it’s tagged as #Pop on Soundcloud, there are elements of funk, alternative, and even shades of rock in this cracker of a track from the Sydneysider. Having travelled to Los Angeles to work on his upcoming EP Venus, the future is looking bright for this…
Haven’t heard of Paul Conrad yet? Well, you’re about to. The Sydney musician has been generating considerable hype with his unique brand of pop music, giving those of us yearning for summer a glimmer of an insight to hazy afternoons ahead with some excellent tunes. His latest single, “California”, unsurprisingly ties in well with the theme – the appeal of…
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…
I’m not entirely sure if this song is classified as electronic, funk, or dance, but whatever it is it’s fucking great. The brotherly due that is French Horn Rebellion have been around since 2007, yet I’ll admit this is the first time I’ve heard their material (despite having toured with big names such as MGMT and…
“This song was written for all the twisted little boys and girls who are addicted to chasing a love that’s out of reach, and somehow gaining satisfaction from wanting what they cannot have”, Queensland singer-songwriter Amy Shark explains about her latest single “Golden Fleece”. The song, powerful and penetrating in itself, is given visuals both…
