SAFIA
10 August 2015
It may be a few weeks since Splendour in the Grass, but with a set like SAFIA had you’d easily be reliving it for weeks, even years, and that’s just what Ben Woolner and the boys have been doing.
10 August 2015
It may be a few weeks since Splendour in the Grass, but with a set like SAFIA had you’d easily be reliving it for weeks, even years, and that’s just what Ben Woolner and the boys have been doing.
10 August 2015
Many of you would have seen the thrill and skill required in a Roller Derby game thanks to the film ‘Whip It’, but while Ellen Page is entertaining to watch on screen, the real deal is so much better. The Battle for the Bay competition has come around again and we had a chat to Genevieve from the league on what to expect (and not the Hollywood version).
9 August 2015
Geoff Achison is the name and for anyone familiar with the blues scene in Geelong and surrounds he needs no introduction. Time for some words from the man himself…
8 August 2015
Being able to demonstrate and instruct music and sound production, you need the full gamut of experience and the teachers at Bendigo TAFE have it. These teachers inject the local music scene with knowledge and experience; having run their own production companies and performed as professional musicians. In total they have over 100 years’ of involvement in the industry; with an enthusiasm that reflects in the successes of their students.
7 August 2015
Straight after hitting the mud at Splendour, Dustin Tebbutt has just announced a new single, mini-album and tour all titled ‘Home’.
7 August 2015
“I come alive in winter, my god, my nipples are hard just thinking about it.” Intrigued? Gang of Youth’s front man Dave Le’aupepe answered the phone during production rehearsals and within seconds I had learnt unfortunately I was missing out on the ‘full’ experience, confessing he usually does phone interviews in his underwear…alone…at home… in his bed. Luckily for me the weirdness didn’t stop there.
7 August 2015
If you were looking for a recipe to feed your soul and light a fire in your belly, look no further than Melbourne seven-piece Sol Nation. Their blend of reggae, East Timorese folk, Cuban salsa, Latin dance, Afro-beat, Calypso and Brazilian samba will have you up on your feet, while their social message calling for peace, tolerance and understanding will linger long after the party is over. “We don’t want to hit people over the head with politics, but there’s always a little bit of social comment in our songs,” smiles guitarist Colin Badger.
7 August 2015
“The ‘Shit On The Liver’ video was a lot of people’s introduction to the band, so it’ll always be a favourite, but I really had a great time making our new one ‘Home Is Where the Gutter Is’, so that’s definitely my favourite at the moment.”
7 August 2015
There are few music festival who just get it right. They know exactly who their audience is and as a result have nailed the vibe, got a killer line up and worked out a map that just makes life a breeze. Kennedys Creek Music Festival is one of them, and they’ve been recognised by Tonedeaf for being one of the best boutique Aussie festivals. We had a chat to Rhys Britnell from Kennedys Creek about this year’s event.
6 August 2015
It’s been a long time coming but an all mighty Rockpocalypse is imminent. Those soul-shaking rock ‘n’ roll rebels The BellRays will touch down in Oz this week to make good on a promise after they were forced to cancel a run of dates scheduled for May this year. “No matter what – these shows are going to be kick-ass!” says their formidable front woman Lisa Kekaula.
6 August 2015
Lenny Kravitz fans got more than they bargained for during a performance in Stockholm on Monday night.
6 August 2015
“Is the alien hot? Or is it like slimy with giant eyes and tentacles? Either way we should probably procreate, you know for science.”
6 August 2015
Fresh from rubbing shoulders with the icons of American metal, King Parrot are back on home soil and ready to begin their Dead Set Regional Rampage tour of the East Coast and Tassie. “We can’t wait to play our new songs for the people in Ballarat and Geelong,” front man Matt ‘Youngy’ Young says with a smile.
6 August 2015
“The best thing about touring is getting to spend time with the people I love but the worst part of touring is the people I love finding out how much of an asshole I am on tour.”
6 August 2015
Chris Russell is back. It may have taken a couple of years for it to happen but he’s about to head out on the road in support of his latest single ‘Swimsuit’ and unleash new tunes thanks to the new fire in his belly. Although ‘Swimsuit’ is the latest single and the reason for this promotional tour before Ride the third studio album is released in September, it is a track that has been around in the live set for a few years now.
6 August 2015
Don’t let the name fool you, Dave the Drummer is about much more than drumming. In fact, he was one of the key producers behind the acid techno sound from London in the ’90s. We had a chat to the legend on the industries progression, what’s keeping him busy and performing at Earthcore and around the world.
6 August 2015
Amber Lawrence is one of the leading ladies when it comes to Australian country music, and it’s only fitting that she take her music on a ‘Girls of Country’ tour alongside fellow country singers Aleyce Simmonds and Christie Lamb.
6 August 2015
In just over a week Mayor Darryn Lyons will celebrate his 50th, and while it’s an impressive milestone celebrated by all, his busy schedule as mayor has kept his mind off the celebrations. As we sit in his office, his phone is constantly whirring with activity and his assistant taps away at the keyboard and answers phone calls: it’s a busy life being mayor. But that’s not to say Darryn hasn’t thought about his party prior to being mayor, as the plans have always been big for hitting 5, 0.
5 August 2015
The month long festival that is Oxjam is now well underway, and one of the many bands helping the charity to ‘tip the scale’ is Cosmo’s Midnight. We had a chat with Cosmo from the band about the important stuff Oxfam are doing and how they’re getting involved.
5 August 2015
In a list of accomplished Australian producers, Jan Skubiszewski certainly features at the top of the list.
5 August 2015
You can get a lot with $60; a nice dress, a slab of alcohol, tickets to a gig and it also just so happens to be what you’ll save with the early bird tickets to earthcore. But be quick, as there’s only 300 of them left, and you don’t want to miss out on getting that new dress now do you?
5 August 2015
It’s been a while since we’ve heard a power ballad quite as emotionally strong as Rachel Costanzo’s. ‘Miles Away’ is her new track (you can watch it below) and we couldn’t possibly feel any closer to the musician as she shares all.
5 August 2015
Kaurna Cronin is a name that you may not have heard before, but with the release of his latest record Glass Fool you definitely will know the name soon. He’s just announced a European tour and plays a brand of electric/ acoustic folk music that will definitely warm your heart. Opening with ‘Inside Your Town is Inside Your Head’, this track is nice little pop ditty that will be sure to get your hands beating rhythmically on the steering wheel as you cruise down the open road.
5 August 2015
It’s rare that health gets a spotlight shone on it through film, and the Reel Health International Short Film Festival is doing just that. Touring through the region – from Norlane to Lorne – the festival showcases 10 international films that inspire, touch and challenge audiences.
