We’re kicking off April with ten more tracks added to our Discovery playlist on Spotify and Apple Music, including two tracks we premiered earlier in the week. Norwegian musician, artist and author Jenny Hval is our track of the week with her new single “The artist is absent”. “The artist is absent” is the second…
Melbourne’s very own Thornhill are back with their third studio album, BODIES– out today. This record brings an unexpected blend of eerie synth tones, atmospheric textures and metal elements that feel experimental and daring. It’s an album that gives off a hauntingly intimate vibe whilst maintaining a big energy, presenting a side of Thornhill that…
Following their recent performances at Laneway Festival this summer, where they played to their largest crowds yet, Skegss show no signs of slowing down as they announce their biggest Australian tour to date. Their signature sound and dynamic live performances have continued to win audiences worldwide, solidifying their reputation as one of Australia’s most electrifying…
The 13th Palestinian Film Festival Australia is set to return this May with a bold and innovative program of new cinema from and about Palestine, offering a powerful and resonant exploration of resilience, love and freedom in the face of ongoing war and dispossession. Running across five cities – Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Canberra…
Chaka Khan the iconic soul and funk singer and the voice behind some of the most iconic hits in music history returns to Australia on her 50+ Years of Music Australian Tour and due to popular demand after selling out her first show at the Sydney Opera House has announced a second and final show….
Nintendo revealed all the details of their upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console in a direct that went live at midnight. The one-hour direct showcase dived deep into the console specs while also giving us a release date, pricing, and a slew of third-party support and first-party games, including the new Mario Kart and an open-world…
Playing with a character that’s as if Clark Kent didn’t entirely realise the pros of having superhuman strength, or, perhaps, a more reluctant John Wick, Novocaine – No Pain (which is the title being pushed here in Australia for the otherwise known as Novocaine, presumably off the notion that local audiences aren’t entirely aware of…
The Gold Coast Film Festival (GCFF) unveils their fantastic program with 5 World, 11 Australian and 4 Queensland Premieres along with the return of SIPFEST: Shorts in Paradise in this year’s festival, running between April 30th and May 11th, 2025, at HOTA, Home of the Arts. Included in the 12-day festival are some incredible events…
As someone who has never played Minecraft the game, and is only vaguely familiar with its building premise, to say there was a major detachment – and perhaps an unenthusiasm – towards A Minecraft Movie would be an understatement. But in that uninitiated mentality is perhaps the perfect embodiment to review such a film as…
The forgotten art of Duty Free shopping has long been used by discerning travellers to use their holidays to their advantage, not only as an opportunity to get away from the day-to-day and discover something new. Duty-free shopping can be invaluable for anyone jetsetting off to another country, allowing them to purchase goods without paying…
The Hives make their highly anticipated return to Australia after a ten year absence this July bringing their high-octane, unforgettable live show to Fremantle, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane kicking off their 2025 World tour. With their signature energy, explosive performances, this tour promises to be the rock event of the year. It’s not to be…
Mick Harvey has been a staple of the Australian music scene for many years, working with The Birthday Party and The Bad Seeds as well as artists such as PJ Harvey. He has teamed up with Mexican artist Amanda Acevedo to release an album covering songs from American songwriter Jackson C. Frank. We had a…
It’s 2018, and zombies are taking over Australia. Sunny, Toby, and baby Veronica are on the run, trying desperately to survive. Or, at least, that’s the case for Toby and Veronica. Sunny’s already dead, but, somehow, she’s still clinging on. Nearly two decades later, Vee lives and works in an underground facility, wiping out the…
In the wake of various post-apocalyptic RPGs like Fallout, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., or even the Metro series, Atomfall feels like it has plenty going against it. After all, it comes in the wake of a fully realised Fallout 4 DLC known as Fallout London, which echoes much of what we see here. But through it all, Atomall…
Should you follow your passion or chase commercial success? The pressure to hit certain streaming numbers can be challenging for an artist. Do they create the music they really love, or do they change lanes? Irrespective of your chosen career, this question of satisfaction versus commercial reward is so often faced. Eora/Sydney-based artist and producer Big…
The 72nd Sydney Film Festival (4–15 June) has today revealed a sneak peek of 16 bold new films set to screen this June, offering a taste of the 2025 program ahead of the full Festival announcement on Wednesday, 7th May. “This first look offers a cross-section of the bold storytelling and distinctive voices that can…
The Bondsman is a horror-comedy series that tells the story of Hub Halloran (Kevin Bacon, comical and ever charismatic), a murdered bounty hunter in the south whose bound for Hell due to his own sins, before being brought back to life by the Devil to hunt demons on Earth that have escaped the pits of…
While summer can be a time of adventure for some of us, we love to embrace the laid-back vibes that the warmer months present. Whether it’s lounging at home, having brunch with friends, or finding an easy, breezy outfit to keep you cool in higher temperatures, comfortable loungewear is a must. We know how hard…
Naarm’s Butternut Sweetheart are meticulous when it comes to releasing their music. If a tune isn’t quite perfect, then they will let it sit by, until they come up with the magical missing ingredient that will give it the ‘wow’ factor. We are feeling blessed today to be premiering a song that has taken them…
Bold, brilliant, and a little bizarre, Mother Tongue is a story about motherhood, womanhood, and the desire to be true to yourself – no matter who that ‘self’ is. Mother Tongue is the second novel from producer and writer Naima Brown, and it’s one that cements her status as a writer of incredible and profoundly…
Premium laptops often struggle to justify their high price tags when it comes to build quality and design. At this price point of A$1999, consumers should expect an exceptional user experience. Fortunately, the Asus Zenbook A14 delivers on that front. With its sleek design, compact form factor, and stunning display, there’s a lot to appreciate…
As we barrell on into yet another quickly-moving year, the books team at AU Review have pulled together a hotly anticipated list of dramas, mysteries, romances and fresh horrors to keep you riveted to your reading seat. Between the grissly mysteries and untimely deaths are touching stories of friendship, love and recognising our own strength…
American singer-songwriter and rising star Faye Webster returns to Melbourne and Sydney for two FOUR special intimate live performances this July 2025. Showcasing her critically acclaimed 2024 release Undressed at the Symphony and already a back catalogue of four albums, fans can expect an evening of emotional storytelling, captivating melodies, and Faye’s signature laid-back charm….
Australia, prepare to experience the unparalleled energy and passion of music icon Ricky Martin as he announces his much-anticipated return this November 2025. The tour marks Ricky’s first Australian performances since his sold-out shows in 2015, promising fans an unforgettable musical journey. Renowned for his electrifying live performances, blending Latin and world music with high-energy choreography and a…
EPOS are known for its extensive range of headphones and audio devices, generally geared towards business and professional use. Their newest addition, however, the EPOS ADAPT E1 earbuds, feels like a more straightforward attempt to break into the everyday market, with some rather premium features like hybrid ANC, fantastic battery life and premium audio quality….
Blueprint Comics‘ Meet Me in the Pit anthology recently released its fifth issue, inviting artists to share a few short panels inspired by music and their relationship with it. Boasting cover art from the incredible Phoebe Paradise, this collection spans a huge variety of interpretations on the theme – from music as an escape to…
Originally released on the Wii U in 2015, Xenoblade Chronicles X is one of the final games from Nintendo’s previous console before the release of the Nintendo Switch. After a slew of successes with Donkey Koney Country Tropical Freeze, Bayonetta 2, Super Mario 3D World and New Super Mario Bros. U having made their way…
UPDATE: A new show has been added to Sydney due to high demand – see all the dates below It’s been two decades since UK indie icons Bloc Party burst onto the scene with debut album Silent Alarm, featuring thirteen genre-bending tracks that packed out sweaty dance floors with catchy pop hooks and sharp guitar…
The beauty of pop music is that it is (or at least should be) lawless, ungoverned by any stringent definition aside from the need to have mass appeal to a wide variety of demographics. It’s not niche. But it rarely sets trends. By definition, it follows them. It’s a viral TikTok dance, a phrasal template,…
In 2004, actor Zach Braff, best known for fronting the TV sitcom Scrubs, released his debut feature film Garden State to critical acclaim. The film – co-starring Natalie Portman, Peter Sarsgaard, the late great Ian Holm, and many others – was praised for its smart script (penned by Braff), clever editing, endearing performances and an…
