Adelaide emo act Wolf & Chain are steadily making a name for themselves as ones to watch in the local alt-rock space. The band have recently released the new single “Not Giving Up”, exploring lycanthropy as a metaphor in their first offering of the year and third single since their 2021 sophomore EP Amor Mortal….
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We first came across Adelaide indie-folk band Sturt Avenue late last year when they released their album Bury Me in the Garden. On the back of that they’ve just released a new single “How Much it Costs”. This time they’ve collaborated with keyboardist Dave from local band Bromham, known for their sprawling folk infused music….
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A genre of music that always seems to bring a big smile is pop/funk, and we’ve got some great exponents in Australia. One who shines brightly is Naarm’s Zachary Leo, and we are beyond excited today to be premiering his latest single, the pulsating “On My Mind”, ahead of its release on Friday. It’s a big week…
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Hailing from Meanjin, the fem–led TYDE know how to bring in the good times. Last month they released the raucus “Latte Partay”, a genre-bending, funky, groovy ball of explosion, and we are thrilled today to be premering their awesome new video to accompany this feel-good track. With a booming bass line, and a vibrant horn…
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Solo album number 10 for Frank Turner opens with “Do One” and it just might be my personal anthem by the end of all this. It’s a siren’s call to anyone who has been on the receiving end of someone else’s bullshit, with lyrics that resonate on an intimate level, cleverly wrapped in one of…
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Adelaide’s loved festival, Spin Off, has just announced their 2024 line up and it’s a corker. In a world of festivals cutting back or taking a hiatus, this year the Spin Off crew have announced not one, but two stages of music. It all happens at the Adelaide Showgrounds on Friday 19th July. What do…
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When it came to the individual members of One Direction embarking on their inevitable solo careers, it would be a fair assumption that not many expected Niall Horan to emerge as one of the most successful. Sure, he hasn’t risen to Harry Styles’ level of manic fandom, but Horan, with his easy Irish charm, blend…
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Billie Eilish will be releasing her third studio album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT on the 17th May, and has just announced that she will be touring Australia in February, 2025. The world tour kicks off North America in September this year, and will be hitting Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne in February. She will be performing…
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ARIA Award winners Holy Holy rocked Forum in Melbourne on Friday night. The project brought two interstate musicians/frontmen Timothy Carroll and Oscar Dawson for a stunning night under the theatre roof in Melbourne for the Cellophane tour. Standouts were “You Cannot Call for Love Like a Dog” and “True Lovers” with encore “Teach Me About Dying”…
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Australian singer/songwriter AYLA began releasing music at the tender age of 18 – before starting a University degree in audio production and music business. Fast forward almost a decade and she is releasing another single from her forthcoming debut album, Dopamine. A string of heavy-hitting singles such as “Like the Other Kids”, “Waiting”, “Shallow End”…
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We have added another ten tracks to our Discovery playlist on Spotify and Apple Music, including two tracks from exclusive premieres this week. Our track of the week is “One Last Drag” from one of our most talented singer/songwriters, Hayley Mary. The track was co-written and co-produced with her husband, Johnny Took of DMA’S. The…
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Australian pop superstars Sheppard have announced the release of their fourth studio album, sure to be one of the most anticipated records of 2024. Zora will be released worldwide on June 21st on the back of their move to Nashville, a run of headline shows in the US, and the tenth anniversary of their global…
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Blick Bassy is a master of world-building. One need only listen to songs like “Bengue” and “LoBa” to hear this African artist’s unquestionable talent at creating music that drips with feeling. Although his instrumentation is sparse and earthy, his vocals fill spaces with a soaring sense of soul. Having such a gift for vocals and…
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Newcastle/ Awabakal’s alternative-pop fem four-piece band Butterknife have been making waves in the local scene since they dropped their 2019 debut single, “misty”, which has amassed over 1.8 million streams on Spotify alone. Since then, they have gone from strength to strength, and we are thrilled today to be premiering their debut EP, Lilith, ahead of…
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Yes! Norweigan’s girl in red has announced today that she is heading back to Australia in July, playing in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Her latest album, I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY! has just been released, and her DOING IT AGAIN tour is heading our way. Marie Ulven, the moniker for girl in red, won…
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Last week, Naarm/Melbourne-based indie band Wilding released the catchy Brit-pop-inspired “I Am”, the lead single from their upcoming album, Whatever I Am, due out on the 3rd of May. We’re pumped today to be premiering the video for the track, a startling and twisted clip which suits perfectly the playful nature of “I Am”. It’s…
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PlayStation Australia have announced that K-Pop star and actress, BIBI, has teamed up with Sony Interactive Entertainment for their upcoming hack-and-slash title, Stellar Blade. BIBI has released a new tie-in song titled Eve, along with a new music video, inspired by the world of Stellar Blade. Check it out for yourself below. Stellar Blade follows…
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Stumps on their Australian tour dropped into the Factory Theatre in Sydney and played to an enthusiastic crowd, showcasing their latest album Arcadia plus all their hits. Supported by some amazing Australian artists, Raave Tapes, The Tullamarines and Grxce. Pete Dovgan was there to capture the action.
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Next month, the UK’s premier showcasing event, The Great Escape kicks off. It’s an incredible opportunity for bands to present themselves to new audiences, and it has been a staple for many years for Australian talent. Running from the 15th to 18th of May in Brighton, there are more than 500 artists from around the…
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Unpeople emerges as a brilliant beacon in today’s rock scene with their debut self-titled EP, encapsulating a vibrant fusion of punk, metal, and alternative sounds. This band, comprised of former Press to Meco members Jake Crawford and Luke Caley, alongside bassist Meg Mash and drummer Richard Rayner, showcases an impressive synergy and musical craftsmanship. Each…
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Since their formation in 2016, SeeYouSpaceCowboy has been a force to reckon with, led by the enigmatic Connie Sgarbossa, whose life experiences form the heart and soul of their music. Through themes of existential angst, addiction struggles, and the depths of mental anguish, Sgarbossa fearlessly delves into her pain with unflinching honesty. This raw vulnerability,…
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Two powerhouse bands, Trophy Eyes and Boston Manor, are gearing up for an electrifying exchange of live performances across Australia and the UK. The headline Australian tour by Trophy Eyes comes hot on the heels of their massive success with the 2023 album Suicide and Sunshine, a record that has solidified their status as giants…
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We have added another ten tracks to our Discovery playlist on Spotify and Apple Music, including two singles we exclusively premiered this week. Our track of the week is “Sweet Cocoon” from Sydney rockers The Rions. Driven along by fuzzy guitars, there’s a maturity and self-assuredness to this new release. It’s about self-preservation, or as…
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Leeds, UK post-hardcore outfit Caskets have officially sold-out the Brisbane show of their Reflections Australia tour in May at The Brightside Outdoors. Supporting the band will be Seattle pop-rockers The Home Team in their Australian live debut, as well as Brisbane emo favourites Stepson and Melbourne alt-metal act Bad/Love. The seven-date tour will be kicking…
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Emily Underhill is a London-based electronic songwriter and producer who goes by the alias Tusks, and on Friday she released her third album, Gold. The record follows 2017’s Dissolve and 2019’s Avalanche, and the release of the album’s first single, “Adore”. The album was created between Underhill’s home in London, and two trips to Devon on her…
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Dublin-based indie rockers Inhaler are gearing up to traverse Australia with their debut headline tour in August. Described as “a bunch of lads writing their own songs, and their own script,” they are more than humbly self-portrayed, having just come off a global tour in the wake of their 2023 album Cuts & Bruises, which…
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Yes, we are disappointed that we will not be heading to Byron Bay this July, but fear not, some of the stellar acts on the lineup are still making their way to Australia. Updated 19/4 – venues have all been upgraded due to MASSIVE demand – see new venues below This morning, news has dropped…
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Last year we were lucky enough to premiere Divided Mind, the latest LP from Canberra-based singer/songwriter Jack Biilmann. We are stoked today to be premiering the video for a track from the album, “Hot Blood”, which has been re-recorded as a high-energy electric blues/rock jam. It was little surprise to us that the album has…
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Acclaimed electro/rock-pop/synth artist Ladyhawke (aka Phillipa ‘Pip’ Brown) burst onto the international music scene with her self-titled debut album, released September 2008, which this year celebrates its 15th anniversary. To honour the major milestone and calls from fans after the UK show run dates sold out in February, Ladyhawke has announced her electrifying anniversary live…
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Sydney’s Golden Fang create beautifully immersive rock. They have recently released their sixth album, Small Worlds, and we are thrilled to be premiering the second single from the record, the questioning and restless “How Many Demons”, featuring vocals from Sydney’s Donna Amini. Reminiscent of early Lou Reed, the earthy vocals of lead singer and songwriter Carl…
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