Music

the AU review sat down with Tasmanian Singer/Songwriter Dewayne Everettsmith before he performed in Sydney for his own shows and ahead of his performances as the special guest of Gurrumul at the Sydney Opera House (September 5th and 6th). We chat about talk about his album and single “Surrender”, future music plans and more…

the AU’s Larry Heath sits down with Jeff Martin of The Tea Party to talk about their new record The Ocean at the End – the first Tea Party LP in ten years – and the band’s upcoming Australian tour (their fourteenth of Australia) with The Superjesus. The Tea Party tour Australia through October. Grab…

While they were in Sydney, we caught up with US duo Twenty One Pilots who brought us up to date on their adventures since they were last in Australia – touring with Paramore back in January – we find out what the rest of the year is holding for them, about their crazy crowd surfing…

We’re always been big fans of Sydney “horror-surf rockers” Doc Holliday Takes The Shotgun, and it seems that their new single “King of the Moon” will be keeping that tradition alive. It’s the second track taken from their forthcoming album Odd/Even. Take a listen to the brand new track now: The band are playing on…

If you’ve been thinking that you haven’t seen The Griswolds play in capital city in a little while, you’d probably be right. The Sydney group are enjoying international success and traversing the USA as alternative and college radio has been all over our latest export. But that didn’t stop them from catching up with the…

Though Sydney’s Scott Spark is now two full length albums deep, it’s a rare occurrence to witness the man in action – even in his hometown. Marking the release of his sophomore LP Muscle Memory at the Vanguard, however, was a rare live performance from the talented singer/songwriter. Focusing on his latest, critically acclaimed release,…

Going by the moniker of Fractures, Mark Zito has released a stunning self titled debut with the Fractures EP. Full of subtle harmonies, gentle brooding and haunting vocals and lyricism, Zito has put together an enlightening experience. Immersing the listener in an ethereal orchestra of soulful sounds Fractures is an introspective compilation following the themes…

Released back in May, this brilliant black and white video for Canadian band July Talk‘s single “Summer Dress” has introduced us to one of the country’s best hidden treasures. The band will be making their Australian debut in September at BIGSOUND. Get a taste of them here: Keep tabs on the band at their official…

the AU review’s Larry Heath talks to Northern Beaches outfit Mammals about their new EP Animalia, which is out now, their upcoming tour, what’s coming next musically and much more…

Last month, we caught up with UK outfit Wolf Alice backstage at T in the Park in Scotland. Though we weren’t able to say it on camera at the time, we got them to talk about their “possible” trip to Australia (revealed today to be a part of Falls Festival), we talk about what they’ve…

Taken from their critically acclaimed new record Reflektor, Canadians Arcade Fire have released their fourth video taken from the release, “You Already Know” – which features, among other great moments, an audio introduction from UK talk show host Jonathan Ross. The typically trippy clip can be viewed here. Watch out for those pink eyes… For…

Recently we caught up with Norwegian quintet Highasakite over email to find out a little bit more about the band, and their new album Silent Treatment. The band are due to hit our shores next month for a quick-stop tour, with two shows in Sydney and Melbourne; though the band have hinted they may be…

Judging by the ticket sales, Courtney Love was clearly taking a gamble with her her first solo tour of Australia. As it turns out, Adelaide decided not to even take a punt. There really is no excuse that Adelaidians could make that would justify their lack of effort. Tickets were originally sold for around $80,…

the AU review presents Guy Brown and Nat Joyce of Northern Beaches outfit Mammals performing the tracks “Wolf” and “Circles” off their debut EP Animalia – which was released today – exclusively LIVE and Acoustic for the AU sessions. Camera/Edit: Patrick Rohl Producer: Larry Heath Music: Mammals Filmed in Sydney, Australia on August 14th, 2014….

the AU review talks to Melbourne electronic duo Indian Summer, who are currently on their “Shiner” single tour around Australia. We talk about it, working with Ginger and the Ghost, playing Splendour and much more… Indian Summer play in Canberra tonight, before moving onto Brisbane, Fremantle, Perth and more… Grab all their tour dates here:…

the AU review’s Larry Heath sat down with Melbourne electronic duo Willow Beats while in Sydney on tour for their new single MEREWIF, to talk about their live shows, their music (including their new EP Water, out September 12th) and much more…! Don’t miss the band as they finish up their single tour on August…

Back in June, US group The Antlers delivered the stunning album Familiars – their first in three years. We touched base with the band who, with the help of Rdio, have delivered a playlist of 11 songs they were listening to while making the record. Peter Silberman (Singer and Songwriter) brings us the first five…

Based out of Brooklyn, New York, New Zealanders Streets of Laredo – who we first met in New York last year – have finally announced their debut album, Volume I & II set for release on October 3rd via Dine Alone Records. Today on the AU we’re excited to announce the album, delivering you this…

the AU review presents Melbourne multi-instrumentalist Owen Rabbit performing the spellbinding track “Violence and Degradation” exclusively for the AU sessions. Cameras: Larry Heath and Gerry LaFerla Edit: Larry Heath Music and Sound Mix: Owen Rabbit

Brisbane band Velociraptor has just released a self-titled CD. Our reporter John Goodridge had a chat to lead singer Jeremy Neale (he’s second from the left in the middle…) about the record and their upcoming Australian tour. Hey Jeremy, just wondering what’s in the water up there in Brisbane because there’s so much good music…

I’ve had a hard time starting this album review, maybe because Anberlin are one of my favourite bands and the last thing I want to do is write something that isn’t at all interesting. For all you dedicated Anberlin fans out there, as you know, they will be disbanding towards the end of the year and being…

It is a true fact that all musicians strive for perfection and when it comes to this nature, it is almost a necessity for all of them to be driven and motivated in order to create exceptional tracks .With her success in Speak For Yourself and Ellipse, Imogen Heap dazzles the world again with her newest album, Sparks. The electro-pop queen…

You may know Davey Lane as the guitarist for You Am I, or as a guitarist and vocalist for The Pictures – but he’s fast become a solo artist, too! Busy man much? Officially out on Friday, “Komarov” is the Melbourne artist’s brand new single, and it’s the first taste of his debut album, Atonally…

the AU review is proud to exclusively premiere four tracks from the debut album The Hours They Keep by Siskin River, which will be released this Friday, August 15th. The tracks are our first taste of the record since the success of its initial single “Up” and show why the compact duo have become Australian…

Currently travelling around the country to promote his single “Police Car”, Melbourne’s Owen Rabbit is an emerging talent searching for a place amongst the talented engineers of electronic soundscapes across the country. Not in the sense that he’s actively seeking out a position amongst or along side them, through some grand master plan of world…

Returning to Sydney for the first time since supporting Paramore at the start of the year, Gwendolyn Lee was at the Metro Theatre to capture Twenty One Pilots in action with D At Sea on Saturday night.

Sydney based Hip Hop collective One Day, to talk about the release of their debut record Mainline (out now). One Day is comprised of Horrorshow, Spit Syndicate, Jackie Onassis and Joyride (who, unfortunately, wasn’t present for the interview). Epic. All three parts of the interview are now embedded here: One Day are showcasing Mainline as…

Bodyjar hit up the Manning Bar on Friday night in Sydney. Gwendolyn Lee was there and brings you these photos of the band and supports in action:

Larry Heath sits down with Melbourne based singer/songwriter Rita Satch to talk about her self-titled sophomore EP, her musical inspirations, future plans and much more… if you’re in Sydney don’t miss Rita performing later today (August 9th) at the Opera Bar for free! She’ll be on stage from 2.30pm to 5.30pm. In the meantime, watch…

As Sydney’s The Griswolds start ramping things up as they approach the long awaited release of their debut album Be Impressive (August 22nd in Australia), they exclusively share with the AU their 12 favourite tracks right now. Each member delivers their three favourites to compile this excellent playlist: DAN DUQUE-PEREZ Theophilus London – I Want…