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In the midst of this year’s Bluesfest, in Byron Bay, Marx Music had the utmost pleasure of interviewing Grammy-nominated Eric Gales on behalf of BluesfestTV. Together we discussed his most recent album Crown, the very work which earned him his first Grammy nomination, speaking through music and joining friends on stage for the ultimate party. Eric Gales is a …
Thandi Phoenix is embodying the bird for which she is named and rising anew. Having shifted to a career as an independent artist, she is giving herself the space to truly reconnect with writing, music and herself. Her latest tracks Hot Sauce and Take It Back are a superb reflection of the success of this …
Mo•Louie’s recently released single, Signs, is an electro-pop number that encourages listeners to question life and the meaning we attribute to objects and fleeting moments. Marx Music caught up with the songstress to discuss the track, the omen of the black crow, creativity as an outlet and the weird and wonderful world of Everything Everywhere …
As red and blue lighting collide, shapeshifting into pink and purple hues amid a smokey stage, a blonde haired fae donning a dream-style ensemble greets a vine covered microphone and an excited audience. Laurel’s recent performance at The Zoo in Fortitude Valley was an incredibly ethereal production filled with fan-favourites, dancing and a good spot …
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Newcomer Yasmin De Laine’s gothic folk release Laura Elsa is a haunting murder ballad crafted from an exploration of female rage, retribution and a true story told to her by her grandmother. To celebrate her release, Marx Music caught up with Yasmin to discuss the unique pairing of her folk and hardcore background, mirroring the …
Sydney Northern Beaches pop duo Monatomic, are reminding everyone that authenticity is key with their new single Only Way, freshly released for your listening pleasure today. A cheeky little electro-pop mix, Only Way is also a story of learning to be true to yourself, with band mates and childhood pals Steffan Lazar and Taryn Webster …
Today, Thandi Phoenix has released her newest single Hot Sauce. Produced by Arona Mane, the track is a tasty preview of her forthcoming EP REBIRTH and your new favourite song. Bold and catchy, Hot Sauce is a house-pop blend built on a groovy disco bass line, embellished with Thandi’s freestyling. As sizzling as it sounds, …
**WARNING: THIS REVIEW CONTAINS THEMES THAT MAY BE TRIGGERING TO SOME READERS** Melbourne-based artist Bec Stevens’ recently released song, James’ Song, taken from her upcoming album BIG WORRY, is an incredibly poignant tribute to a dear friend. After her beloved friend James McKenzie tragically took his own life in 2019, Stevens re-listened to a …
LA based artist Felly’s latest album, Bad Radio, is a multifaceted, explorative collection that brings numerous genres under one roof to offer something for everyone. Intertwining a playful mixture of sounds, Felly is not bound within the predefined genres of rap, indie rock and alternative, but instead sits somewhere on the outskirts of each, moulding …