Melbourne’s Riff Raiders deliver an epic journey of rock with their sophomore album

Melbourne four piece have been rocking for a while now, but I must confess I knew the name, but not…

Meet Wedance, the Korean darlings of indietronica that will have you dancing into the weekend

There’s nothing quite like finding an artist that instantly lift you out of your day with transcendent and jubilant force….

Warrnambool’s Gub has revealed his debut EP and it’s a must-have for lonely hearts

Warrnambool born and bred artist Gub has released his six track EP which journey’s through a break-up, a topic he…

Sydney pop duo Like Angels deliver a lush, exuberant statement about being pushed to your limits on ‘Lose It’

Indie-pop duo Like Angels, the pairing of Emmalisa and Sarah Engelbrecht, made a splash in 2019 with their poignant debut…

Grindhouse team up with Tuff Cuff Records for an exclusive two track release… and it’s an absolute doozy

My favourite thing about Australian punk and pub rock is that it is unequivocally Australian. Whether it’s due to lyrics,…

Sydney’s Bloom prove themselves to be on the brink of greatness with powerful EP ‘In Passing’

Bloom are truly adding a twist to the Australian Hardcore scene. The melodic balance of their music doesn’t drop the…

Melbourne experimentalist walt delivers a chilling, atmospheric voyage with new single ‘lightfoot’

Melbourne indie, noise-folk experimentalist walt has unveiled the cinematic, chilling new single ‘lightfoot’ ahead of their debut album, set to…

Anti Fade Records supergroup Smarts reveal blistering and chaotic debut album, ‘Who Needs Smarts Anyway?’

If you have followed Anti Fade Record releases in the past, Smarts’ debut LP ‘Who Needs Smarts Anyway?’ will genuinely…

Didirri takes us on an intimate journey of self discovery on second EP ‘Sold For Sale’

Storytelling truth seeker Didirri has graced the ears of many in recent times, and now presents us with a new…

The Peep Tempel frontman Blake Scott debuts powerful, stripped back solo album ‘Niscitam’

I don’t think there is a songwriter that has managed to embody the voice of Australia quite like Blake Scott….

Cam Giles pays tribute to Leonard Cohen with a reimagination of his songbook

I think one of the most overused and misunderstood descriptions used in music is “cover.” It seems to be used…

Metal legends and stalwarts supergroup CrisisAct reveal blistering debut EP ‘Turn It Off’

I dare you to name an album other than ‘Turn it Off’ by CrisisAct, that is 11 songs and 10…

Meet The Crimson Jets, the Bellarine’s sun-drenched surf rockers

While The Beach Boys may be the most well-known surf band around, there’s plenty of other bands keeping surf rock…

Australia’s queen of soul, Kylie Auldist returns with her 80s inspired album ‘This Is What Happiness Looks Like’

Often recognised as the voice of behind the greatest soul/funk act The Bamboos and the monster summer anthem ‘This Girl’…

King Parrot’s new EP ‘Holed Up In The Lair’ is a brazen, fast and brilliantly grimey ride

Maintaining the expected visceral opening of any King Parrot release ‘Banished, Flawed then Docile’ is ruled by the pace of…

Nick Lovell releases contemplative new single ‘Saturday Night’

Earning himself a solid reputation within the local music scene over the past decade with captivating songs that speak of…

Sattwa Arising releases new album ‘Mind Theft’

Freshly mixed and produced, Sattwa Arisings new album Mind Theft is a generous mix of rock/pop/funk and blues that draws…

Sattwa Arising creates an intimate and introspective journey with new album ‘Mind Theft’

Two years after Paradise County hit the airwaves with beautifully mastered instrumentals and a clear eclectic sound, Sattwa Arising’s new…

Producer and session musician Zac Robertson delivers velvety RnB-pop gem ‘Slowly’

Delivering a well-produced, RnB-infused slow jam, ‘Slowly’ is the newest track from Melbourne-based musician Zac Robertson. The follow up to…

Idles release Ultra Mono – a top-tier album from a band who continue to one-up themselves

At this point, Idles are competing with themselves. Their 2017 debut Brutalism seemingly changed the trajectory of modern day punk….

Alpha Wolf reveal breakdown-infused sophomore album, a quiet place to die

Nü metal began to make a resurgence in the early 2010’s when American acts such as Volumes hit the scene…

The Marvellous Hearts release debut single ‘Love is Great’

It used to be badge of ageing to say that you were there in the sixties, but now it’s becoming…

PREMIERE: Teenage Dads reveal infectious new single ‘Thank You for the Honey, Honey’

Known for their immersive live performances and rich, reminiscent melodies, Mornington Peninsula outfit Teenage Dads have once again swept us…

In this strange time, Acoustic Foxx shares a song that reminds us we aren’t alone

Acoustic Foxx, otherwise known as Craig Williams, knows his way around a guitar. Having first discovered playing music in grunge-rock…

 

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