Drift into the mind of a 60s couple as they carelessly dance on the shore of the sea in France, puppets to the saxophone and smooth bass-line of Suneden’s new single, Lost In Your World.
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For fans of POND and Tame Impala: Check out Coloured Clocks’ new album ‘The Floral Emblem’
Melbourne solo artist James Wallace aka Coloured Clocks is back with his sixth album ‘The Floral Emblem’, recorded and produced in his house to deliver a buoyant brand of psychedelic dream pop.
Buffalo Paradise mark their arrival with self-titled debut single
The origins of the debut single from Sydney five-piece Buffalo Paradise can be tracked back to a voice memo that was sent to a small, fifty member Facebook group. It was inspired by an inside joke that frontman Lachie Pringle turned into song lyrics for a bit of a laf during lockdown.
Meet Los Bitchos, the pan-continental girl band perfecting the art of surf-inspired lounge music.
Van Halen would have sounded like if they were a Turkish surf-rock band? Yeah, I can’t say I have either… but that’s the sound Los Bitchos guitarist, Serra Petale channels on the group’s latest release, “Good to Go!”
ROMÆO RETURNS WITH MYTHOLOGY INSPIRED HYPER-POP BANGER “TAKE IT”
Let romæo take you inside the mind of a siren as it seduces its prey on her latest single “TAKE IT”. The Gadigal (Sydney) based musician/producer bewitches with her sixth single, inspired by her personal interest of mythological beings.
Fergus Bailey & The Teeth make their mark with debut record “Unfurl”
Regular members of Sydney’s underground music scene, Fergus Bailey & The Teeth have picked up a pair of oversized scissors and cut one of those giant ribbons to unveiled their debut full-length, Unfurl. It’s an album of slow burning firecrackers that erupt into a dazzling array of high class instrumentation.
Dr Sure’s Unusual Practice prove their one-of-a-kind talent with “Remember The Future? Vol 2 & 1”
There’s no doubt Dr Sure’s Unusual Practice have nailed their band name. Not only because it’s in the top 5 bands names of all time, but also because I felt like I was in a medical themed escape room while I listened to their new record, Remember The Future? Vol 2 & 1.
Harmony Byrne announces December tour and shares charming new single “Kings & Queens”
A year on from her debut album, Harmony Byrne has gifted us all with the musical equivalent of a home-cooked meal, “Kings & Queens”. The Dja Dja Wurrung (Daylesford) based artist has created her very own spellbinding spin on folk storytelling that reflects her Mormon upbringing but also her disposition to the blues and rock and roll.
Experience post break-up freedom with Punko’s debut single “Undivided”
2021 is looking like a phenomenal year for local synth-pop. Just a couple of weeks ago, These New South Whales’ frontman Mossy released a Kate Bush-esque masterpiece “Shade”, Flyying Colours shared a fantastic shoegaze fuelled sophomore album and on Sunday, Awabakal (Newcastle) based artist Punko has delivered one of the strongest synth driven tracks of the year.
Set the tone for your Sunday with Swoon’s latest single “Safeguard”
With two fabulous EP’s out in the world, Swoon has really captured the essence of low-fi surf rock. “Safeguard” is the fifth track released by the Yugambeh based musician so far this year and it’s mandatory listening.
Angelo Benz soars on new track “Birdman”
Following his track “Valentine” released last month, Angelo Benz is back with a hyperpop stonker “Birdman”. The Sydney based producer has built a following from his SoundCloud releases to date, covering a bunch of genres from Pop Punk to Electronic.
Slinky Red Serve Up Another Tasty Appetiser “Writing On The Wall”
The first time I heard this track was at the Chippo Hotel, just a few months before Sydney would go into its second lockdown. I treated myself to a Newtowner and headed downstairs, completely innocent to the fact that I was about to have my socks knocked off by an Austinmer four-piece rendering some of the most authentic 70s psychedelia I’ve ever experienced. Now, you and I alike are able to enjoy “Writing On The Wall” whenever we please.
Miami Horror’s Joshua Moriarty returns with cinematic duet “Let Me Down Easy”
Written in his kitchen and brought to life with singer-songwriter Coco Reilly, “Let Me Down Easy” is a gorgeous duet that will transport you to a mid-century cinema where the entire audience would clap at the end of a film.
Asteroid Blues kick things off with a promising debut “Caffeine & LSD”
spiration from Ocean Alley, Arctic Monkeys and The Strokes, Sydney five-piece Asteroid Blues have dropped their debut single “Caffeine & LSD”.
Sydney Indie-Folk Storyteller Isobel Knight Returns With Her Second Album “Here Now”
At a time when Corona was just a Mexican beer, Sydney singer-songwriter Isobel Knight slipped into the glitz and glamour of New York City to record her new record. Two years on, the independent artist’s sophomore album, Here Now is exactly that. Knight offers an honest and intimate reflection on the world as seen by the musician, in a ten-track exhibition of her breathtaking musical skillset.
Sydney Four-Piece Sunder’s Reimagining of Their track “Fruity Lexia” is One You’ll be Listening to A LOT This Year
Here’s a situation where the saying “If it ain’t broke – Don’t fix it” is completely irrelevant. The original release of “Fruity Lexia” is far from broke, in fact its a really good track. But the re-release is quite simply incredible. It’s lush, romantic and moody, sounding a bit like a more ethereal Methyl Ethel (cop that Dr. Seuss).
South Coast five-piece Sampson return with their most polished release yet “Bottom of the Hill”
omb your pornstar moustache, rub a bit of talcom powder in your hair and heck why not even do a couple of sleazy lunges too ‘cause this is the “For When You’re Wearing a Silk Bath Robe” song of the year.
“Life and Life Only” by James Bennett – Album Review
An obscure crossover between Escape to the Country, The Farmer Wants a Wife and Huey’s Kitchen, James Bennett’s fourth album, “Life and Life Only” is one you have to experience.
HIGHLINE DELIVER THEIR USUAL CHARM ON NEW EP OFF TRACK
Sydney four-piece Highline deliver their second EP Off Track, packed with fruity guitars and homely vocals. The group spent a good chunk of 2020 writing and recording… Read more “HIGHLINE DELIVER THEIR USUAL CHARM ON NEW EP OFF TRACK”
“Broken WIcker Chair” by James Bennett
Take 4 minutes out of your day to relax, get cosy with James Bennett and let his new single “Broken Wicker Chair” run its fingers through your hair. It’s the second single released by the Newcastle singer-songwriter since his 2019 album This Time Tomorrow.
Album Review: Drunk Tank Pink by Shame
Recorded in France “before the world imploded,” shame’s sophomore LP is named after the shade of paint that decorates frontman Charlie Steen’s closet at home – Drunk Tank Pink. Guitarist… Read more “Album Review: Drunk Tank Pink by Shame”
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