Get some electro grooves outta Canberra into your Wednesday, with Slow Turismo‘s “Falter”! The band have released the song’s music video, embarking on a decidedly abstract path for this one; pairing up some great animation with an undoubtedly catchy tune. It’s another great addition to Slow Turismo’s body of work, building on a great reputation the band…
In Only Lonely, Lyall Moloney‘s debut album, we were given an insight into the creative output of a musician who not only had surrounded himself with a wealth of talented and diverse artists who’d worked with him on bringing the music to life, but it also demonstrated Moloney was an artist who was definitely onto something unique…
“I know better than to be fucking with you,” goes the catchy line in this brand new Spit Syndicate track, “Know Better”. Get used to it, it’s one you’re likely to be singing over and over – this one’s an instant turn up jam designed to get into your head and make you move. It’s been a little…
After a successful debut last year, the Bello Winter Music festival will return in Bellingen (NSW) from 7 – 10 July. Following a similar format to its summer sister festival Mullum Music Festival, Bellingen’s clubs, cafes, churches and halls will host over 100 performances. Bello Winter Music festival is family-friendly and for all ages. It is…
Demi Louise is a lady I’m always happy to see at SXSW – the young singer songwriter has been coming to the Austin event for the last few years now and the AU has always managed to catch up with her at some point during her hectic live show schedule. A seasoned pro at these…
Totally Unicorn take to the skies in the new music video for “Customer Service Station”, a single that puts the metalcore group under the spotlight, showing them off as the brilliant, visceral unit they are. The riffs, the brutal vocal delivery and the mean punch after punch percussion make “Customer Service Station” a track any…
Currently dominating their US tour, the Smith Street Band have announced one final Australian tour promoting their acclaimed Throw Me in the River record, kicking off in June. Joining the boys on the road for this one is an eclectic and incredibly talented line up including Luca Brasi, Joelistics and the Jess Locke Band – all three who will undoubtedly be…
Brissy favourites, The John Steel Singers, will be heading down the east coast for short but definitely sweet tour off the back of their new single, “Can You Feel the Future”, this month! The tune, taken from their forthcoming album Midnight at the Plutonium, is cut straight from the cloth of indie pop goodness this band has…
Dan Kelly and Alex Gow are two of our favourite writers and performers. It’s a total dream to see both now linking up for a national tour, kicking off in May! Of course, Australian audiences are well aware of the quality live show both these artists have brought in the past as part of various bands and musical…
2016 has been producing some strong music already from some of our favourite Australian artists while some new kids on the block have also been coming through strong and making their impact known with some solid debut albums. Over the past few months, we’ve been looking back at the year that was, 2015, sifting through…
Spookyland are one of those bands who I always seem to see pop up and impress overseas moreover than I do at home. Of course, being situated in SA as opposed to the usual east coast haunts Sydney bands would normally play, the opportunities to see Spookyland perform in Australia for me have been limited from…
Brooklyn based songwriter and vocalist Kevin Garrett has been sitting comfortably in my iTunes collection as one of the most played artists in my library at the moment. 2015’s Mellow Drama EP brought the young writer to the attention of many; in evocative lyricism and production that captivates in a similar vein to James Blake and James…
Brisbane’s Columbia Buffet have been refining what’s definitely become an endearing and fun punk rock sound in readying their new album. Latest single “This Hell” is out now and is a clear front runner as one of the band’s best cuts yet. There’s some classic 90’s charm to the tune while the more modern indie pop…
There’s a unique feeling of pride that hits whenever you see a band you’ve been following for some time take what’s been a constantly developing live show up to that next level. It’s like all the pieces of the puzzle you’ve been seeing come closer together over the last few years finally click and, when you stand…
Kanye West once said, “I am flawed as a human being, but my music is perfect…You could go back to Beethoven and shit, but as far as this lifetime, though, this is all you got.” While I agree with most of this statement, the truest aspect is the comparison of the self-described biggest musician on…
Groovin’ the Moo Maitland has joined Bendigo now, with the festival selling out for 2016! With three weeks to go until the tour kicks off for another year, keen festival goers are advised to get a wriggle on to avoid missing out on tickets to the remaining events – grab your tickets from here! To remind…
The Vengabus is coming back round to pick up Australian fans for another nostalgia trip – the band touring nationally this November! What makes this tour ~ even more ~ enticing for keen readers (don’t lie, I know there are many of you out there), is the line up of DJ’s and performers they’re bringing…
Sydney multi-instrumentalist Jake Meadows has made a strong impression on us with his debut single, “Echo of Tomorrow” – a moody, gorgeously textured song that has seen Meadows link up with Daniel Johns for a musical effort needing to be giving its due props. Premiering on the AU today is the clip’s official music video; it’s dark,…
There’s something to be said about witnessing an artist who truly knows their way around an instrument, especially in an intimate setting such as Venue 505, which is well known for corralling the greatest and sometimes most inconspicuous local jazz talent. Paul Mason and his power trio put their names up on 505’s entry way…
After landing his debut LP Vacation in the iTunes Top 20 Album Charts, hitting #2 on the iTunes Electronic Charts, Gold Coast producer Paces has announced an Australian and New Zealand tour kicking off this May. Featuring guest vocalists and visuals by Sydney artist EGO and dancers on stage, Paces will be joined in Australia only by…
Five full days of music will wear even the most vehement live music fanatic thin. Byron Bay Bluesfest is always a big ask for those who are up to the task, but the ones who stick it out for the entire Easter Weekend are rewarded with some of the best, most profoundly satisfying live music…
To say I’ve been anticipating the return of The Decemberists for some time is an understatement. Since first seeing the Portland, Oregon group in Canada almost ten years ago, I’ve jumped at every chance to see the band live. When first in Australia for Big Day Out in 2010, I was lucky enough to catch…
It’s been a relatively quiet week for the music industry, but Soundcloud has launched a new streaming service but independent creators aren’t impressed, and Australia musicians are living off $2 a days! Streaming Service To Rejuvenate Dying Soundcloud This Tuesday struggling music platform Soundcloud released its own streaming service to rival industry powerhouses Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora and…
Tigertown returned to Austin for their second SXSW this year, off the back of what’s already been a successful few months on the road through the States. The Sydney band has been garnering praise for shows alongside St. Lucia in particular and this month, the band returns home for their long-awaited Australian tour, kicking off in Sydney…
Adelaide trio Flamingo have dropped their new single “Hypnotised” today and true to form and title, the song has had us hooked. The electronic beats and production continue to shine as the group’s strong point; working with some mesmerising beats and an electro-pop vibe that has been a strong element of the band’s repertoire since they properly began…
It’s safe to say the last few years have been tumultuous for 3 Doors Down. Making the decision to cut loose founding member Todd Harrell can’t have been easy, not that it was without merit. But as guitarist Chris Henderson explains, the band’s new record Us And The Night is a chance for them to…
Sure to be a highlight of this year’s VIVID Sydney line up, there’s a new event coming to Carriageworks in CURVE BALL. Created by the teams at Fuzzy and Carriageworks, the art space will morphed into an eclectic live music environment on June 11th, with international and local electronic music artists performing, while some sick video and lighting…
Next week, Oh Pep! kick off their Australian east coast tour starting in Adelaide, before winding down with a show in Sydney in mid-April! The first few months of 2016 have already been busy ones for the Melbourne group, who have been readying their debut album Stadium Cake for release and refining what’s become an excellent and endearing…
This is one we’re excited for – Darling James and Machine Age on tour together next month! The two performers will be hitting three venues along the east coast for some unmissable shows in May, both showing off their latest wares. For Darling James, it’s the perfect opportunity to bring new single “The Itch” to…
Let me set the scene and take you back to the Aussie BBQ at SXSW this year; like last year, I arrived at Brush Square Park looking up at the overcast skies that threatened to unleash torrent upon torrent of rain on the event. Thankfully, unlike last year, the Aussie BBQ escaped and enjoyed a…
