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…

Aespa’s ‘Drama’ unleashes K-Pop mastery that’ll have Aussie audiences hooked

For some reason, K-pop is deemed as a ‘guilty pleasure’ within Australia. Its fanbase is astronomical, but yet as a…

Super American Eagle soars above expectations with debut album, gifting a wild ride through Melbourne’s rock landscape

Considering Super American Eagle is made up of Brent DeBoer of The Dandy Warhols, Dave Mudie from the Courtney Barnett…

‘Lost Files’ sees Aitch rewrite the grime rulebook with a chav-infused celestial swagger

Christmas has come early for Aitch fans, thanks to the unexpected drop of the British rapper’s EP, Lost Files, to…

Melbourne’s Eamonn Conor unleashes vibrant new EP ‘Last Chance Romance’ 

Packed with infectious beats and soul-stirring melodies, this December 8 release is poised to be Conor’s magnum opus. With a…

Geelong’s Luke Beavis unveils cathartic journey in latest rock album ‘Recovery’

In the heart of Geelong, a musical force has emerged in the last few years, and his name is Luke…

Ocean Grove’s Andrea Robertson sonic journey through the seasons culminates with ‘Seasons Volume 4’

In the intimate world of Andrea Robertson, the change of seasons is not just a meteorological phenomenon; it’s a musical…

Slinkee Minx: The iconic dance-pop duo returns with brand-new single I Can Feel U

Melbourne-based mainstays of Australia’s dance-pop and EDM scenes, Slinkee Minx, have just released their second comeback single of 2023, I…

Geelong singer-songwriter Luke Biscan unleashes a sonic meditation with new single ‘All The Rage’

In the vibrant expanse of Geelong’s music scene, Luke Biscan stands as a luminary—a troubadour with a soul steeped in…

Cat Power’s Spellbinding tribute in ‘Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert’

Bob Dylan’s Albert Hall Concert has long been regarded as one of the most controversial live recordings of all time….

Mindy Meng Wang 王萌, Sui Zhen unveil the stunning Origin of You 

As a traditional Chinese instrumentalist, Wang has made a name for herself in the contemporary Western context due to her…

C.O.F.F.I.N unleashes a savage sonic assault with ‘Australia Stops’, a raw and relentless rock odyssey

I learnt two things from C.O.F.F.I.N’s third album. The first is that, if they wanted to, C.O.F.F.I.N could beat the…

Gum’s ‘Saturnia’ is a cosmic journey into the depths of psychedelic brilliance

While most people tend to know Jay Watson as the touring drummer for Tame Impala and once drummer now guitarist/synth…

Charlie McCosh’s ‘Anemones’ is a vulnerable odyssey through love and pain

In the thriving Melbourne music scene, one name that’s been generating quite a buzz is that of Charlie McCosh. With…

Introducing Melbourne’s Cult Hero and their debut single ‘Rosegarten’ that’s taking the scene by storm

Melbourne’s vibrant music scene welcomes a fresh and exhilarating addition to its ranks, as Cult Hero, a newly formed band…

Big Wett’s debut EP ‘PU$$Y’ is a bold, unapologetic, and provocative dance-floor thriller

When the opening lyrics of an album are “I’ve got the best pussy in town right here”, you know you’re…

Melbourne’s jazz-funk pioneers The Seven Ups redefine groove with their fifth album ‘A Free Blowing Wind’

The Seven Ups are so criminally underrated. When it comes to the Melbourne music scene, they get some love no…

Groove into the future with Mister Co’s electrifying new single ‘Better Lives’ with Lia Magu

In the ever-evolving world of music, it’s a rare delight to encounter a duo that encapsulates passion, authenticity, and an…

Thy Art Is Murder’s ‘Godlike’: Unveiling the controversy and chaos, but not without its brilliance

Its first three singles, ‘Join Me In Armageddon’, ‘Keres’ and ‘Blood Throne’ all received positive receptions, the album’s physical copy…

‘Fatalism’: In the face of adversity, Polaris have delivered their most triumphant release to date

It’s propelled the Sydney act to bonafide stardom, with the scope of their output growing so far and wide over…

 

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