Melbourne genre-binding five piece, Reside, in a ‘Palace’ on latest single

The first new music since 2020’s ‘Fallen’, ‘Palace’ has already received a buzzing reception. “I’m so excited for it to…

Lisa Mitchell evokes weightless folk-pop wonder on new album, taking listeners to starry heights on upcoming tour

Since then, Mitchell has hit all the marks as an emotionally potent, lyrically powerful, and musically catchy singer-songwriter across three…

Jamey Foxton puts a cheeky spin on an ancient story with new single ‘Adam Blues’

Jamey Foxton is a name I had not come across before, but then that’s part of the fun when looking…

Eskimo Joe frontman Kav Temperley drops new solo track, ‘Machines of Love and Grace’

Eskimo Joe frontman Kav Temperley has delivered another slice of sublime solo material, releasing a deeply poetic, ethereal-yet-pounding new single…

Acoustic Foxx challenges us to change our perspectives through his latest single ‘Glimmer’

Known for exploring rock and grunge through an acoustic guitar, Acoustic Foxx, otherwise identified as Craig Williams, has released a…

Jacket Weather’s debut EP ‘Memories’ is a steezy, retro yacht rock delight

Self-described as “hard as a rock, yet soft as a feather” Jacket Weather first came to our attention last year…

Northlane push modern-day metal to ambitious new heights in new album ‘Obsidian’

Over the years Northlane have adapted their sound so much that at this point nothing should be a surprise. Well,…

Gyp$yfoot and Spooky Fruit seamlessly blend electronic R&B with dreamy melodies in sensual debut single ‘Smashing’ 

Davis has been steadily working away at his craft since the ripe age of 14 when he negotiated a deal…

“After having two years off, there’s just a whole new energy”: Clint Wilson explores change in ‘People Don’t Think Like Us’

An artist renowned for sweeping songwriting full of passion and contemplation, Melbourne singer-songwriter Clint Wilson’s newest single is a rocking…

Melbourne trio FACE FACE release anthemic single ‘The Karen Song’ alongside Animal Crossing-inspired visuals

Making statements with their unique brand of infectious indie-rock for nostalgic 90s kids, Melbourne’s three-piece FACE FACE have been dropping…

High Ace, the new project of Jeff Lang and Alison Ferrier, release new single ‘Leaning On My Sugar’

During the 2020-21 lockdowns Jeff Lang and Allison Ferrier got down to work on some new projects under the name…

Local artist Fenn Wilson releases second single ‘Laying With The Bones’ from his upcoming 2023 album

Fenn Wilson is captivating listeners once again with the release of his new single ‘Laying With The Bones’. The track…

notevenstevens delivers a genre-smashing aural treat with debut album ’Chains’

Some artists play it safe and stay within a certain mould. Cairns-born, Meanjin/Brisbane-based notevenstevens is anything but. The moniker of…

From electro-pop soundscapes to NFTs and immersive experiences, Jacob Lee takes a perfect dive into brave new territories

Eight years after the release of his debut single, ‘Chariot’, and merely two months after the release of his spell-binding…

Premiere: Joyce Prescher releases haunting, cinematic single ‘Sleep Now’ 

With carefully crafted lyrics, haunting melodies and rich, velvety vocals, Joyce Prescher is an artist that demands to be listened…

Tin Pot Clay Man unveils debut EP ‘What Will They Think’, an 80’s post-punk, shoegaze, indie-rock delight 

Formed in a single bedroom within the throes of lockdown using furniture and household items for soundproofing, Melbourne’s fresh-faced Tin…

Melbourne multi-instrumentalist The Iron Sentinel’s debut album is a prevailing genre-transfiguring masterpiece

The sole project of the ambitious and undeniably talented Melbourne-based mastermind Hillar Parbo, The Iron Sentinel is taking listeners on…

Kerryn Fields inspires hope with new music video for critically-acclaimed single ‘Mamma’

New Zealand-born, Melbourne-based solo artist Kerryn Fields is a bona fide master of the distinctive alt-country/folk sound that she’s made…

Geelong’s Oscar Rose steps out from behind the piano with infectious debut album, ‘Saigon, Signing Off’

A rare talent that is entirely fearless and unapologetically himself, Geelong-based artist Oscar Rose has truly shown us the deepest…

“People now know what we are meant to sound like”: Cult duo Vacuum to drop debut album, nine years after their formation 

“Jenny and I started playing music together because we were both meant to join a different band that we decided…

City-bound bush poet Delsinki unveils a new album and fresh new tours for 2022

Delsinki is a household name in Australia. Working with the likes of Kylie Auldist from the Bamboos, Jim Moginie from…

‘Music has been my saviour’: Larry Maluma’s new album ‘Justice’ is a record of justice, peace and unity

“There were no real big studios in Zambia at the time, like here,” he explains. “The closest music shop to…

Melbourne’s Aaron Schembri fuels your wanderlust with new single ‘The Setting Sun’ 

Armed with undeniable talent, obvious skill and a relentless commitment to perfecting his craft, the Melbourne musician has been riding…

Leigh Thomas delivers a melodic pop-rock earworm with ‘Higher Low’ 

After serving up a collection of poppy mashups of guitar-based, melodic rock over the past few years, Melbourne based singer-songwriter…

 

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