On his seventh release, Kamasi Washington continues his Fearless Movement, ushering new waves of listeners into jazz fusion grooves

We get it, at times jazz can become a bit overbearing and nonsensical to listeners who don’t completely vibe with…

Winksy emerge with debut album, ‘My Anatomy’

Dive into the swirling sways of sixties melodies and jangle-pop jams in a rich revival of vintage sound and songwriting from…

Northlane’s ‘Mirror’s Edge’ is a raw and resilient return to form

While it marked their most commercially successful release, 2022’s Obsidian nearly brought Northlane to the brink of collapse. Tensions surged,…

Jebediah’s ‘OIKS’ is a nostalgic yet fresh punk rock journey

Among early triple j listeners and the Aussie pub-rock circuit of the 90s, Jebediah are regarded as punk-rock royalty. And…

Alpha Wolf unleashes unprecedented fury in ‘Half Living Things’

Following the landmark success of Alpha Wolf’s first album with vocalist Lochie Keogh, A Quiet Place To Die (AQPTD), many…

Khruangbin weaves subtlety into psychedelia with grace on ‘A LA SALA’

In the realm of instrumental neo-psych, Khruangbin undeniably reign as leaders. Their first two releases, The Universe Smiles Upon You…

Beans’ ‘Boots N Cats’ is a psychedelic journey through the heart of modern rock

This assertion might appear ambitious, given the fact that they are only three albums deep and less than a decade…

Cooper Lower’s New Single ‘The Bar’ is a Poetic Elixir for Modern Masculinity

Few artists capture the essence of raw emotion and introspection quite like Cooper Lower. With a soul-stirring new single, ‘The…

Brother-sister duo Wild Honey strike gold in achingly beautiful debut single ‘Where I’m From’ 

Sun-drenched melodies and groovy vibes await listeners in Wild Honey’s debut single, ‘Where I’m From’, a tender indie-pop ode to…

‘Love Prank’: CLEWS stripped-back EP signals a stunning departure from their signature sound

If you’re familiar with Sydney-based indie-rockers CLEWS, you’d most likely be expecting their newest EP to offer up more of…

Maddie Jackway marries folk introspection with soulful pop on new single ‘You Make Me Look Over My Shoulder’

Geelong-based musician Maddie Jackway has just unveiled the latest musical creation upon the world with her newest release, ‘You Make…

Pratts & Pain: Royel Otis’ debut album is a pensive and reclusive melancholic daydream

It feels like a Royel Otis’ full-length album has been a long time coming. In actuality, it hasn’t – the…

Sophia Whitney unveils ethereal new single ‘Lorikeets’ ahead of Port Fairy Folk Festival

Warrnambool’s own musical gem, Sophia Whitney, has graced the airwaves once again with her latest single, ‘Lorikeets,’ marking her fifth…

‘Inside Voices’: Tig’s debut EP a thought-provoking journey with a feel-good ending

It’s almost unbelievable to think that Inside Voices is a debut EP. There’s not a single moment on the four-song…

Melbourne rockers Lucy’s Disorder unleash explosive debut single ‘Tell Me A Secret’

Melbourne’s sonic renegades, Lucy’s Disorder, have just dropped their electrifying debut single, ‘Tell Me a Secret’. The quartet, comprised of…

Dishlickers: From punk to funk, De Porsal break the mould in trailblazing third album

Their first two albums, Soft Cowboy, and now Dishlickers, stand up as a slap in the face to anyone who…

Geelong’s rising rock phenomenon blyss unveils debut single ‘Feel It All’

Hailing from the coastal shores Surf Coast / Naarm, blyss has emerged as one seriously dynamic force in the music…

Idles unleash powerhouse allegory in their fifth album ‘TANGK’

I was initially sceptical about Idles’ fifth album, TANGK. While I had praised their first two releases, Brutalism and Joy…

Geelong’s LEEDEN unleashes ‘Monster’, a punk-infused ride of pure rock ‘n’ roll

Along the enchanting Surf Coast emerges a force to be reckoned with – the musical concoction known as LEEDEN. The…

Fulton Street frontwoman SHANN.N debuts a heartfelt solo journey with ‘Love Dressed Down’

In the vibrant world of Melbourne’s music scene, SHANN.N, the moniker of Shannen Wick – the dynamic frontwoman of Fulton…

Greg Gould shares emotional ode to late athlete Simon Dunn with ‘Save Me A Seat’

Australia’s Got Talent sensation Greg Gould has unveiled a moving tribute in the form of his latest single, “Save Me…

41-year-old, mum or award-winning independent musician? In the Pink EP, Ainslie Wills is all of the above

In the self-produced four-song EP, released 24 November, Wills strips sonically and lyrically down to her most authentic self.  A…

Nead Next Door’s ‘Side B’ takes a candid and dreamy dive into love and loss

The  musical landscape is about to be enriched by the mesmerising sounds of Nead Next Door, the moniker of non-binary…

Gabby Steel’s ‘The Urge Will Pass’ is a raw, unfiltered dive into heartbreak and triumph

I don’t know who it was that broke Gabby Steel’s heart but thank you. If it wasn’t for you, we…

 

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