It’s been 15 years since Early in the Morning slipped quietly into the world – a raw, soul-spun debut that would go on to soundtrack thousands of lives, break open hearts, and launch James Vincent McMorrow into a space he wasn’t entirely sure he wanted to occupy: the spotlight. Now, after years of moving forward,…
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Melbourne jazz-funk quintet Surprise Chef have just released Superb, their fourth album. Ahead of an expansive tour taking in Australia, North America and Europe, we chatted with Lachlan Stuckey, who plays a gritty mean guitar, about what drives him and the band to create the music that they do. Surprise Chef have been together since…
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Ahead of the release of her new EP CA$HED UP tomorrow – featuring the single of the same name – we caught up with NYC-based, Australian electronic DJ and producer BRUX. We spoke about the influence that New York City played on the record, working with UK Label LUCKYME and artist Surya Sen, and we…
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The year is 1999. “…Baby One More Time” is dominating the radio, Star Wars: Episode I is confusing a new generation of fans, and somewhere in Canada, Simple Plan is born. Fast forward almost 26 years, with six studio albums and a bunch of platinum singles – Simple Plan is still going strong. Recently, they’ve…
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Seventeen years into their existence, Make Them Suffer haven’t lost enthusiasm for what they do, and are just as spirited now as ever. The metalcore Perthians released their self-titled record last year, receiving well-earned praise from both fans and critics. Showcasing a natural progression of their sound as well as exploring new sonic territories, this…
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In a world where overthinking can stifle creativity, PUP chose to embrace spontaneity and raw emotion for their fifth studio album, Who Will Look After The Dogs? Born from a place of unfiltered expression, this record, released last Friday, serves as a tremendous return to form for the Canadian rockers. It’s silly, sad and unpolished,…
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The Superjesus burst onto the Australian rock scene in the late 90s, fronted by the powerhouse vocals and captivating stage presence of Sarah McLeod. Debut EP, Eight Step Rail, quickly gained traction, followed by the critically acclaimed debut album Sumo, cementing their place as a force to be reckoned with. Known for their blend of…
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Australian alt-rock legends You Am I are currently mid-way on their national Hi Fi Daily Double Down tour, celebrating thirty years since the release of their ARIA award-winning album Hi Fi Way. On this tour, they are performing in full Hi Fi Way, and the follow-up, Hourly, Daily, which received six ARIA awards. Hi Fi…
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For over two decades, Canadians Silverstein have been a driving force in the post-hardcore scene, delivering emotionally charged music that continues to resonate with fans around the world. From their breakout record When Broken Is Easily Fixed to genre-defining albums like This Is How the Wind Shifts, Silverstein has remained true to the raw emotion…
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Dear Seattle will be on the road for their national tour this May, performing songs from their ARIA #1 Australian Album, TOY. The latest album by this indie rock quartet explores relationships and evolution and includes singles “Evergreen”, “Counting Hours”, and “Say What You Want”. Local acts, TOWNS and Lucky will be joining them on…
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Naarm trio The Grogans are hard at work on their fifth LP, Stagger, and have just released their latest single, “Roundabout”. If you’ve ever felt like every day is just like the last, then this track is just for you. The band writes: “Constantly stuck in the same motion over and over again, much like…
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Melbourne’s Thornhill are taking metal to new heights with their genre-defying upcoming album BODIES, out today. Fusing eerie synths with heavy metal elements, it’s a bold and innovative record that’s sure to excite fans. Ahead of its release, I had the chance to catch up with vocalist Jacob Charlton and guitarist Ethan McCann during a…
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Sydney-sider Abbey Lane has been making waves on the local scene for the last year or two with her upbeat yet confessional songwriting. When you hear a tune from Abbey, it feels as though it’s from a close friend sharing their intimate feelings with you. She has a knack for nailing a sentiment, with a…
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Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby has collaborated with Tibetan artist Tenzin Choegyal and musician Rohin Jones (The Middle East) to record an album, Snowflower, exploring the healing power of music. The album is recorded in 432 Hz, a therapeutic frequency that aims to reduce anxiety and lower heart rates. The soundscape has spiritual and ritualistic elements,…
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Mick Harvey has been a staple of the Australian music scene for many years, working with The Birthday Party and The Bad Seeds as well as artists such as PJ Harvey. He has teamed up with Mexican artist Amanda Acevedo to release an album covering songs from American songwriter Jackson C. Frank. We had a…
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Neck Deep is one of the most exciting bands in the pop-punk scene right now, and it only takes one listen to their 2024 self-titled album to understand why. From Wales, the band formed in 2012, and since then has released five albums and toured consistently, selling out massive headline shows and playing alongside pop-punk titans…
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Prog rockers Coheed and Cambria have just released their 11th studio album Vaxis III: The Father of Make Believe, a continuation of the band’s central concept, frontman Claudio Sanchez‘s sci-fi comic book epic The Amory Wars. For two decades, Coheed and Cambria have shattered expectations of what a rock band can be, carving their own…
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After a lengthy hiatus, The Dillinger Escape Plan have returned to commemorate the 25th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Calculating Infinity, which first made waves back in 1999. The tour will reach Australia later this year, kicking off in Perth on August 10th, and taking in Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney, before wrapping things up at…
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We were lucky to get a mid-afternoon catch up with a sleepy Serge Pizzorno the day after their cracking first Melbourne show of the Australian tour. He chatted with us about finally being back in the country and his new(ish) role as front man of alt-rockers, Kasabian. How was Melbourne last night? It was amazing….
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In the space between chaos and clarity, you’ll find the unmistakable sound of Basement. Hailing from Ipswich, England, the band formed in 2009 with a run that saw them release two standout records— the second of which has since become a favourite within the genre—before taking a brief hiatus in 2012. Basement made their return…
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After years of silence, Balance and Composure was restored, with the Pennsylvania-born band making a triumphant return. calling it quits in 2019, they shocked fans with the unexpected release of Too Quick To Forgive in 2023. With a studio album and multiple tours under their belt, they’re now gearing up to come Down Under and…
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Formed in 1999, Enter Shikari have been shaking up the heavy music scene for over two decades. Known for fusing post-hardcore, electronic, and punk elements, they’ve built a reputation for their genre-bending sound and explosive live shows. Their latest album, A Kiss for the Whole World, scored them their first UK number-one, earning praise from…
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Whether you consider yourself a former emo kid, or just appreciate undeniably good music, then there’s no doubt that you’re familiar with pop-punk legends Yellowcard. Formed in 1997, the band broke into the mainstream in 2003 with their massive hit “Ocean Avenue”, a track that helped define a generation of early-2000s emo and alternative rock….
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Born in Saint Elizabeth, to singers Lorna Bennett (Breakfast in Bed) and calypso singer Mike Ollivierre, Protoje blends hip hop, soul and jazz into the sounds of his native reggae and dancehall. Over the past twenty years he has released mixtapes, seven studio albums and a host of collaborations with artists such as Jorja Smith,…
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Capturing Australia’s attention on The Voice in 2022, eighteen-year-old country singer Lane Pittman has had a huge few years, with no plans to slow down any time soon. January saw him win a Golden Guitar for ‘New Talent of the Year’ following the release of his self-titled debut EP, and he’s just wrapped up his…
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Ahead of his visit to Australia for a series of shows including WOMADelaide, we chatted to Goran Bregović about his joyful approach to music making. Starting life as a rock star in the Balkans, before becoming involved in music scores, he has recently assembled a band called Goran Bregović and His Wedding and Funeral Band. I…
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Hailing from Melbourne, Aussie rockers Slowly Slowly have been making waves in the music scene for almost ten years. They’ve played a multitude of festivals, supported titans like Red Hot Chilli Peppers and have charted twice on Triple J’s Hottest 100, with their 2019 single “Jellyfish” coming in at #57. Today, they release their fifth…
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On the cusp of their upcoming Australian tour, I caught up with Wayne Coyne, the frontman of The Flaming Lips. We discussed the enduring popularity of their album Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, which has been celebrated for over 20 years. Coyne reflects on the song “Do You Realize?” and its transformation into a symbol…
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Singer/songwriter Meena De Silva has been selected for this year’s Northern Sound System Academy program. Her debut album “Paid My Dues,” released in 2021, and her recent single “Love You Right with You,” are influenced by artists such as Rihanna and Beyonce. She shares her plans for future projects, including an EP and a piano…
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Making their debut in 2013, Dear Seattle quickly gained traction within the Aussie indie rock scene, opening for and playing beside a multitude of massive acts. Their 2017 single “The Meadows” racked up almost 6-million streams on Spotify, and 2019 saw them release their highly-anticipated debut album Don’t Let Go. Fast-forward to now, and they’re…
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