Winter is well and truly fast approaching in Melbourne, as people began to pour into the Old Bar in Fitzroy last Thursday night for warmth and wonder, the latter courtesy of Perth indie-rocker Noah Dillon.
Their polished performance at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl was energetic and showcased the immense talent of all four members of the band in creating a new soundscape for Australian music.
It was a night of firsts for a lot of people - a first gig back for fans, a first sit-down gig for many (if not all), and a first sip of Brandy for frontman, Quin Grunden of Melbourne’s indie-surf rock trio, The Grogans.
Adelaide’s Paradise Club are redefining punk genres in Australia as we know it with their debut self-titled album (released via their new home at Farmer & The Owl), Paradise Club. It’s been three-and-a-half years in the making, with the band recording the album in Melbourne’s picturesque Dandenong Ranges.
During times of isolation, many have turned to self-help books, podcasts, and Youtube videos to use this down time for introspection, to come out the other side a new version of ourselves for those sweet, sweet post-iso moments of freedom. Few turn to music for self-help lessons, and with the release of Sydney’s pop-rock outfit Lime Cordiale’s sophomore album, 14 Steps To A Better You, maybe it’s time we should?
Love Australian hip hop? Love Australian alt-rock? Well, you’re in luck! Queensland hip-hop alt-rockers (yep, you heard me) Butterfingers have released their third album, Bad News.
Live From Joshua Tree, directed by Alexander George, is a must-see for all fans (and non-fans) of RÜFÜS DU SOL, as it presents a spectacular glimpse of just how much time, energy, and emotion is put into each and every track played by Australia’s alt-dance favourites.
Live From Joshua Tree encapsulates all that is great about RÜFÜS DU SOL: their creative flair, versatility, and ability to step outside of their comfort zone, creating experiences for their audience and listeners to marvel in.
Inspired by the hallucinogenic drug movement from the late 60’s, psychedelic rock has been a prominent genre for many Australian artists, with bands such as Tame Impala, Pond and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard all experimenting with psychedelic rock in their own, unique ways. Fresh out of Sydney comes WAWAWOW, a psych-rock outfit combining chaotic synths with indie-electro undercurrents.
Sound the bells and raise the bugles, 23-year-old Georgia Odette Sallybanks, Odette, one of Sydney’s most talented singer-songwriters, has released her sophomore album Herald after dipping and diving through the last five years of her adolescence.
The South Australian Music Awards (SAMs) are set to go ahead in November, celebrating another incredible year of both up-and-coming and established South Australian musicians. Amongst the judges of the SAMs, ex-Adelaide local and Editor of Rolling Stone Australia, Tyler Jenke has a personal conn…
Move over Bachelorette, MAF’s, and Farmer Wants A Wife, it’s time to turn off the tv and straight onto the radio - or any form of streaming service - to tune into Melbourne indie-pop band, St Emerald, with their new single, Head Over Heels featuring the incredibly talented fellow Melbourne singer songwriter, Jessie Singleton.
It could not be a more appropriate time for the re-release of Kev Carmody’s 2007 album, Cannot Buy My Soul. Produced by Sian Darling, Cannot Buy My Soul encapsulates the essence of Kev Carmody and more, as the tribute album is adorned with Australian artists such as Paul Kelly, Bernard Fanning, Missy Higgins, Alice Skye, Electric Fields, Courtney Barnett, and Mo’Ju.
For some artists, the push and pull of Melbourne’s lockdown measures has stunted creativity, forming mental roadblocks. This was not the case, however, for a newcomer to the scene, Melbourne indie-pop artist Sidney Rose. Described as “pop, but left of centre” by Triple J’s Tommy Faith, Rose has established herself as one to watch with her second single of the year, Guarantee.
In the last five years, Tuka had a semi-hiatus from his solo career, making two albums with Thundamentals and subsequently touring those albums. Sel chats to Tuka about all things…well, Tuka!
Enter Melbourne three-piece project Peak Park, who have released their new single, Please Don’t Be So Hard On Yourself, and you’ve got yourself a seasonal remedy which is sure to provide a sense of comfort amidst the uncertainty.
The live music industry in Melbourne has seen a huge stand-still due to COVID-19, however, bands such as Ballarat’s Travalley have used this time to hone their skills, keep positive, and release ear-tingling tunes.
Butterfingers frontman “Evil” Eddie Jacobson answered the phone and his laid back nature oozed through. For a newbie to doing interviews I was nervous to be talking to a guy whose lyrics I have sung hundreds of times, but after a warm greeting it felt like chatting to an old friend.
One of Australia’s most exciting new pop artists Jake Marra recently announced his magnetic debut single The Day That You Left, a hard-hitting track that details the wave of emotions that follows a significant loss, and how it feels to be drowning in the swell. This magnetic single is out now and we chatted to Jake about his debut, his influences, and what’s up next for the Aussie singer and producer.
Whenever I hear the name Drapht, my first thought is instantly, and always will be: Jimmy Recard. King of the castle, king of the barstool. A lot has happened for the Perth hip-hop artist, also known as Paul Reid, since 2003