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Hipland is looking for new music and arts writers
Posted on January 21 2020
Hipland is looking for some eager new writers to join the Melbourne team of contributors.
Whethan is back with the first release from his new album, Fantasy.
Posted on January 13 2020
After a period of quiet, Whethan is back with the first release from his new album, Fantasy. The 20-year-old producer who boasts over 4.77 million monthly listeners on Spotify, releases Stay Forever which features Portland’s indie-electronic outfit STRFKR.
Tame Impala shares new single, lost in yesterday
Posted on January 08 2020
Lost In Yesterday is a deep dive into the addictive nature of nostalgia propelled by loopy, driving disco.
INTERVIEW: Oliver Leimbach from Lime Cordiale
Posted on December 27 2019
2019 has been a massive year for brothers Louis and Oli Leimbach, better known as Lime Cordiale. This cruisey surf-rock duo is seeing out the year with a set at Woodford Folk Festival in the Queensland Hinterland.
Jason Winston is making waves in the Sydney Queer scene.
Posted on December 13 2019
The music came at a time of change for me. I used it to help me celebrate what I was feeling in this newfound relationship and used it as a tool to further understand myself.
Billie Eilish directs her first video for track "Xanny".
Posted on December 06 2019
Six-time Grammy Award® nominee Billie Eilish has made her directorial debut with the official music video for ‘xanny’. Billie revealed today:
Bon Iver returns to Australia with new arena show
Posted on November 27 2019
It's finally happening, Bon Iver will return to Australia and New Zealand in June 2020 with a new arena show in support of their latest album i, i.
TORA ANNOUNCE DELUXE ALBUM FOR 'CAN'T BUY THE MOOD'
Posted on November 25 2019
The deluxe album will be released on Friday 24 January 2019 and will be supported by a national tour taking in capital cities.
Check out "Stupid", the brand new video from G FLIP
Posted on November 21 2019
G FLIP today shares the incredible and slightly disconcerting video for 'Stupid'. The video uses deep faking technology and shows G Flip as various people in different situations.
GIG REVIEW: Holy Holy at The Forum, Melbourne
Posted on November 08 2019
The guys kept it super simple and delivered a set that was purely focused on their talents as musicians, allowing the music to be front and centre. No gimmicks, no tricks, just great tunes.
Half Moon Run, have officially released their third album “A Blemish In The Great Light”
Posted on November 01 2019
Canadian folk-rockers Half Moon Run, have officially released their third album “A Blemish In The Great Light”, and i'm loving it.
Years in the making, Japanese Wallpaper's debut album has arrived.
Posted on October 18 2019
INTERVIEW "A lot of it is me just growing up and trying to figure out how everything works and where I fit into everything."
GIG REVIEW: The Jungle Giants at Big Top, Sydney
Posted on October 14 2019
Fresh off the back of sold-out shows in the US, UK and Europe, The Jungle Giants are winning a whole new generation of fans.
A huge year for Australian music, 2019 ARIA Nominations Announced
Posted on October 10 2019
It's ARIA time and the countdown is on, with just seven weeks to go. Check our wrap of all the nominations, announced today.
Hollow Coves new track "Anew" comes with a serious message that you need to hear
Posted on October 09 2019
Brisbane indie-folk luminaries Hollow Coves have revealed a gorgeously crafted single that glistens with optimism
TEG Announces Strategic Investment by US Giant, Silver Lake
Posted on October 04 2019
Asia Pacific’s leading live entertainment and ticketing company, and Silver Lake, the global leader in technology investing, today announced that Silver Lake has signed a definitive agreement to acquire TEG from funds advised by Affinity Equity Partners Pte Ltd and its affiliates. TEG’s senior management team, led by CEO...
Vancouver Sleep Clinic takes us to another dreamy world with new track "Fever"
Posted on September 27 2019
Australian musician Vancouver Sleep Clinic is today releasing his acoustic-guitar-laced track “Fever”. This marks the third single in the lead-up to his soon-to-be-released album “Onwards to Zion”, set to make it to our music libraries on October 18th.
It's all gravy, with cool kids, Blue Velvet
Posted on September 25 2019
Following the release of their 2018 EP “A Lesson in Regression”, 2019 now sees Sydney indie-pop band Blue Velvet entering a new chapter of their musical ventures, full of life, love and optimism.
Dande and the Lion bring the 80's party vibes with new track “Twilight Highway
Posted on September 20 2019
Sydney’s own indie-pop extraordinaires Dande And The Lion have released their sophomore “Twilight Highway” EP today.
BE YOUR OWN HYPE MAN WITH LAVRENCE’S NEW TRACK “RADIO MAN”
Posted on September 17 2019
A song about self-image and identity, the song explores the idea of ‘success’ and the notion that it can be cultivated, felt and even experienced from within – regardless of outside perception.
GIG REVIEW: Safia at The Enmore Theatre, Sydney
Posted on September 15 2019
GIG REVIEW: Ben Woolner, Michael Bell and Harry Sayers are at the height of their musical powers and the crowd were there to support their epic musical vision.
GIG REVIEW: Tora at The Lansdowne Hotel, Sydney
Posted on September 14 2019
Tora are the kind of band you wish you were best friends with. Super talented, quirky, easy on the eyes and beautifully shy.
Half Moon Run are back with a new single and album announcement
Posted on September 13 2019
Montreal indie favourites Half Moon Run are set to beguile listeners with their second single of 2019, “Flesh and Blood”.
GIG REVIEW: Allday is a sensational example of Australian music
Posted on September 07 2019
REVIEW: Allday is truly a sensational example of Australian music at its best. He has always been a dynamic songwriter challenging the hip hop genre and this album and live show are no exception.
XO Bunny Backs Instagram For Removing Likes
Posted on September 06 2019
Alexa Galante, also known as XO Bunny shows support after Instagram
rolls out tests in several countries that prevent users from seeing the amount of
likes on a post.
rolls out tests in several countries that prevent users from seeing the amount of
likes on a post.
Aussie Four-Piece Hill Town Deliver Squeaky Clean Track "Closure"
Posted on September 06 2019
Serving up spirited grooves since their formation in 2017, Hill Town are well versed in laying down fluid, rhythmic guitars, catchy melodies and honest lyrics.
NEW MUSIC: Blanco White's Haunting New Track "Papillion"
Posted on September 06 2019
NEW MUSIC: English troubadour Blanco White has released his new single, "Papillion".
Emo-pop is alive and well in 2019
Posted on September 06 2019
NEW MUSIC: Emo-pop is alive and well in 2019, and Adelaide five-piece Glass Tides are well on their way to heading its resurgence with their new track “Crawling”.
Beau Lighting Has Arrived
Posted on September 03 2019
Adelaide based rocker Beau Lightning has released his much anticipated EP, “The Birth of an Alter Ego”.
Shag Rock Announce National Australian Tour
Posted on August 30 2019
Brisbane's loveable larrikins Shag Rock are back, and they're about to end the year on a high with their biggest Australian tour yet in support of their soon-to-be released single, ‘Old School Lover’ - out Thursday, 19th September .
Debut Single From Sarah Wolfe Is An Aussie Pop Dream
Posted on August 30 2019
Having spent the last three years working as a video presenter, Sarah Wolfe has decided it's time to tell her own story. Introducing her debut track: “Devil U Know”.
Hipland Premiere: Hey Major Drop Elegant Piano-Rock Track
Posted on August 30 2019
Hipland Premiere: Canadian brothers Mickaël and Raphaël Fortin AKA, Hey Major have just dropped their new track & video "The Station", and we're loving it.
The scar of a break-up, the benefit of hindsight. Mijo's new track "That's So Pretty"
Posted on August 29 2019
Melbourne singer-songwriter Mijo has released his second single "That’s So Pretty".
Fire, A New Single From Bobby Alu
Posted on August 29 2019
Bobby Alu dropped his new single ‘Fire’, a tropical harmony-laden ode to finding momentum.
NEW VIDEO: FEEL GOOD SURF-ROCK VIBES FROM PACIFIC AVENUE
Posted on August 28 2019
Kiama based indie-rock group Pacific Avenue are bringing the feel good vibes with their new track & video "Something Good" off their new EP Strawberry Skies. These surf rock legends are also kicking off a tour in Berry on Saturday 21st September.
Liam Gallagher just announced to play at Meredith 2019
Posted on August 27 2019
Some big news and some even bigger tunes. Liam Gallagher has just been announced to play Friday night at Meredith 2019.
Vancouver Sleep Clinic Leaves Your Heart on the Floor With New Track
Posted on August 27 2019
Ambient innovator Vancouver Sleep Clinic has today revealed his new single, an earnest ballad called “Summer ‘09”
Retro Vibes From Royal And The Southern Echo
Posted on August 26 2019
After a whirlwind twelve months with the release of his debut EP ‘Corrsepondence’ in late 2018 Royal And The Southern Echo reemerges with a new single just in time for his upcoming showcase at BIGSOUND Festival.
Fletcher Gull Drops Anthemic Debut Track "Hypothermia"
Posted on August 23 2019
When one life ends another has already happened. Fletcher Gull has braved through salt and sun and the naked winter to deliver 'Hypothermia', a song that might have saved his life - ahead of a debut BIGSOUND showcase and a forthcoming EP.
A Dreamy Bop, Shadow Jenkins Debut Single "Wild"
Posted on August 23 2019
Analog synths, punchy drums, and effervescent harmonies - what more could you want from this electrifying debut single 'Wild' by Brisbane's Shadow Jenkins.
Dreamy Synth and 80's vibes from Pinkish Blu
Posted on August 23 2019
After the huge success of their 2018 releases “Capricorn” and “Lovely”, gentle Adelaide quartet Pinkish Blu are back with another dream-pop track, “Superstar”.
Featuring their signature 80’s synth-sound and moody, vocals, the track slips on the rose-coloured glasses to ruminate on the smaller moments of beauty you notice while in love with someone.
FRIDAY FEELS WITH ZIGGY'S NEW TRACK
Posted on August 23 2019
I'm feeling all the feels today with the release of Ziggy's new track “Intentions (22)”.
This follows a string of exciting projects from what has been a massive year for Ziggy.
Moreton drop new track "See Yourself" Ft. James Vincent McMorrow
Posted on August 16 2019
Byron Bay alt-rock four-piece Moreton have dropped their new track "See Yourself", featuring world-renowned Irish singer James Vincent McMorrow. The track comes hot off the heels of their first single “Circles” and an East Coast tour that kept the group on the road throughout the beginning of the year.
New music from Hollow Coves is a dream
Posted on August 16 2019
Brisbane duo Hollow Coves have released their nostalgic new single “When We Were Young”, premiered by Billboard (USA). The duo, Ryan Henderson and Matt Carins, are widely acclaimed for composing earthy melodies and dynamic harmonies, and their new single maintains that high standard. In addition to this, the duo have announced the title of their upcoming album “Moments”, due for release on 18th October 2019.
ELLI SCHOEN SHARES NEW VIDEO TO TRACK "BABY FACE"
Posted on August 16 2019
Rather than give a visual image of her near-death experience, that found her in hospital during the early hours of New Year’s Day after blacking out in the ocean in the dead of night. Elli chose to slow down and take the time to appreciate life for all it has, her friends for making her who she is today, and focusing towards a brighter more positive future.
JAPANESE WALLPAPER ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM
Posted on August 15 2019
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The Great Emu War Casualties & their new summer bop
Posted on August 14 2019
Welcome and Good Luck is the new single from Melbourne alternative band The Great Emu War Casualties, which was released on Friday 9th August. The track is your classic bright, indie pop/rock, reminiscent of The Wombats, Arctic Monkeys and Two Door Cinema Club, and is the perfect hark back to summer that we all need right about now.
WAGONS LAUNCH NEW ALBUM “SONGS FROM THE AFTERMATH”
Posted on August 11 2019
Wagons are taking their long-awaited 2019 comeback to the next level with the release of their new album “Songs From The Aftermath”
GOOD DOOGS Release first taste of debut album, new single "I'm Listening"
Posted on August 11 2019
From sold out tour after sold out tour, to a string of constantly catchy-but-meaningful singles, and hilarious music videos, Good Doogs just keep proving they are leading the wave of new surf-punk in Australia.
Interview with Tim Carroll from Holy Holy
Posted on August 02 2019
Words By Zack Anthony Curran Set to embark on a 15-date national headline tour next month, today Holy Holy release their third studio album My Own Pool of Light via Wonderlick Recordings. To celebrate, the band has shared the spellbinding live video for new single Maybe You Know. Next week, the pair will also appear at Red Eye...