22 January 2015
Joe Camilleri has been around for a long time. A long, long time. But that doesn’t mean he still doesn’t have a trick or two up his sleeve. Proving that like a fine wine musicians can grow greater with age, we were more than happy to have another chinwag with this old pro.
22 January 2015
Of all the things on offer at Rainbow Serpent Festival, Yoga of Bass is something you may want to keep near the top of your to-do list. For those unfamiliar, Yoga of Bass is an ongoing discussion and a series of workshops by Darin McFadyen (aka DJ FreQ Nasty) and Claire Thompson on the intersection of music and spirituality. We spoke with Claire to find out a little more.
22 January 2015
Tongan-born, Melbourne-raised songman Joel Havea started gigging his way around the world in 2008. In 2009, he landed in Germany, a place where he found a deep, inspiring connection. Home again to escape their harsh winter, we catch up on six years well spent.
22 January 2015
Well, we’re nearly out of January and the festive season is well and truly past. Did they really start selling hot cross buns on January 2nd? I was told they had a use-by date of January 26th! Well, I don’t know what you got up to around Xmas, but I was waist-deep in relatives. New Year brought Bluestone, and a great session.
22 January 2015
While it’s safe to say their new 7˝ ‘Wipe That Shit-Eating Grin Off Your Punchable Face’ has propelled the down-to-earth Melbourne four-piece into the national spotlight of late, frontman Wil Wagner says it’s business as usual in the Smithies camp in the lead up to their all-encompassing Get High, See Everyone tour that kicks off in Darwin in a few days’ time.
22 January 2015
2014 for Nicky Bomba was a massive year. Between the release of John Butler’s new album Flesh and Blood, of which he still played on (although not being an official member of the trio), to releasing an album with his own band Bustamento, looking back at the year that was as we chat on Christmas Eve, it seems 2014 will go down in the book as an active year.
22 January 2015
Yoga and Music, the dream combination, but not always something that has necessarily gone hand-in-hand. One man making this happen…
21 January 2015
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the first Pulp of 2015! I hope Christmas and New Year celebrations have been kind to you and that many a comic was read over the holiday break. Without any further ado, let’s dive in. First cab off the rank: Kieron Gillen (Young Avengers, Iron Man) and Jamie McKelvie’s (Young Avengers) new(ish) Image series, The Wicked + The Divine.
21 January 2015
One of the most exciting bands on the line-up for WOMADelaide 2015 is Balkan Beat Box (BBB). Combining various influences into their music, the sound that Tamir Muskat, Tomer Yosef and Ori Kaplan create is distinctly unique and a cross between gypsy punk, electronica, funk and world music.
20 January 2015
Remember the ‘90s? And the awesome prog-rock sounds that were blasted from the radio, cementing our childhood memories around the genre? Well I certainly do, and The Occupants have created a major case of déjà vu to those double-denim clad years.
19 January 2015
Instead of milking cows at their family’s business, Tara and Justin Anderson have paired up with schoolmate Daniel Gilligan to create some super smooth tunes. While no one can recreate the sounds of Nirvana, in LINCH’s debut release there’s an obvious inspiration from the grunge band. We had a chat with them days after their new release about their career in the industry so far.
18 January 2015
You’ve Got the Wrong Guys is the latest release from Melbourne four-piece The Mean Times. Described as real blokes who play real music for real people, this release is a sweaty electro-pop dance release. Cue indie haircuts and stovepipe jeans, these guys are sure to get you on the dance floor and grooving away to their tunes.
16 January 2015
Miss Saigon is one of those stories that everybody knows. In-between tales of dragons and princesses, everyone remembers the American GI and Vietnamese bargirl who fell in love during the final days of the Vietnam War. It’s a story we all know, or are at least familiar with, but for producer Peter Wills the decision to choose the production wasn’t as easy as you’d think.
16 January 2015
Following an almost four-year break, Melbourne rockers Dallas Crane decided to regroup and get back to the business of rock and roll. They have been travelling along for a year or so now, with news of a new album being of particular note. That one should drop at some stage in 2015.
15 January 2015
It would seem that Aussies love ’em a little Gaslight Anthem. After announcing a few shows, the delirious scream of joy emitted by fans was loud enough for the band to tag on some additional dates. Even cooler, fans will be able to nominate what they want to hear, which is great news for those people who hate it when people shout out requests at shows – seriously, stop doing that
15 January 2015
Mark Kozelek, he who goes by the musical name of Sun Kil Moon, is set to deliver his tunes to Australian crowds once again. The tour puts the spotlight on his latest album, Benji, which features fan favourite track ‘Carissa’. The album, which features guest spots from Steve Shelley, Wil Oldham and Owen Ashworth, has received arguably the best reviews of Kozelek’s career.
14 January 2015
This is album number eight for Canadian Matt Andersen, although touted as a debut of sorts. Best known as a blues artist, he’s an established independent multi award-winner. Here he expands on the music he makes. Perhaps newly adopted support of a renowned record company, co-songwriters and an expansion of influences inspired the album title Weightless…
13 January 2015
Citizen Kay has released his latest EP Demokracy and it’s a cracker. Opening with ‘Yes’, the horn section and break beat combined with the carefree rap styles of Mr. Kay, demand for a position in your Hottest 100 short list. From Canberra, the majority of the songs on this disc have been receiving extensive airplay on triple j. The moment I got this disc and heard the beat and melody, it was cranked in my car.
13 January 2015
Last year, Joe Camilleri notched up a golden 50 years in the music game. Arguably the favourite child of the singer, songwriter, saxophonist and producer is The Black Sorrows. Among his 45 albums, 17 belong to The Black Sorrows, the most recent being Certified Blue. While Joe’s talent and grit has helped in the band’s longevity, so too has its “elastic line-up” – over 40 talented musicians have called the band home at some point.
13 January 2015
The Hilltop Hoods and APRA AMCOS have $10,000 that they’re desperate to share through an initiative that hopes to seek out the best in emerging hip hop/soul talent. A couple of rules: the initiative is open to those who have not released an album professionally.
12 January 2015
Did you hear the one about the prog rockers who are releasing their back catalogue on vinyl? It’s Perth’s Karnivool. April is the magical month for fans hoping to snap up their works, including Asymmetry, with each release coming on 180g vinyl with gatefold sleeves and lyrics.
12 January 2015
When it came to end-of-year lists, Freddie Gibbs featured on more than a few. His collaborative album with Madlib, Piñata, was highly praised for its fluidity and imagination, with Hot New Hip Hop writing: “Madvillainy is an untouchable classic, and Piñata may not be that, but it’s so far the most enjoyable hip-hop album of 2014…
12 January 2015
The Australian Open is just around the corner, and with it comes the announcement of those acts set to perform. A new artist will perform each day of the Open’s event, kicking off with Megan Washington on January 19. Steven Motlop, Diesel, Joe Camilleri & The Black Sorrows will close out proceedings on February 1.
12 January 2015
Returning to home soil after earning her stripes in the USA, synth-pop songstress Chela chatted to me about the jam-packed year that was and what she will be squeezing into the year ahead. Since releasing singles ‘Plastic Gun’ and ‘Full Moon’ and making her mark with Goldroom collaboration ‘Fifteen’ only a few years ago, Chela has been one busy lady.
