Liminal spaces, self rediscovery and balancing beauty and tragedy within life; an interview with Amaya Laucirica

Blending electronic textures and pop persuasions, Amaya Laucirica’s new album The Blue Hour, is a unique delve into liminal spaces and profound transformation. Exploring the midlife experience alongside the themes of love, change and personal evolution, Amaya channels her world into a kaleidoscope of genres and vivid storytelling, culminating in a nine track album which, …

Dope Lemon Closes Out Australian Tour in a Psychedelic Dreamscape at Fortitude Music Hall

There is something truly unique in the fanbase that Dope Lemon have cultivated over the years, creating music that seemingly resonates with people of all ages. For younger fans, the band’s psychedelic approach to music offers a safe harbour in a world saturated with autotune and overproduced pop, while for older listeners, it’s a nostalgic …

Nature as a muse, self-acceptance and modern day femininity; an interview with Maddy Jane

Shaped by an intrinsic connection to nature, Australian singer-songwriter Maddy Jane’s freshly released EP ‘Clear as Mud Pt.1’ takes a profound journey through self-discovery and feminine rage, while navigating the ebbs and flows of life post heartbreak. Having already cultivated a dedicated fan base throughout her musical career, Maddy Jane’s highly anticipated new EP is …

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Sam Fender Returns to Australia with Biggest Headline Shows to date this November, Supported By Special Guest UK Artist Holly Humberstone

Returning to Australia this November after his sold-out, career-defining headline shows in 2022 and 2023, Sam Fender is back — bigger, bolder, and riding the momentum of a stratospheric year. Tickets on sale Wednesday May 21 at 12pm (local) via Secret Sounds Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets Monday May 19 at 11am local. Visit priceless.com/music for details. Vodafone mobile customers can be among …

Gallery: Bluesfest Day One

Celebrating record crowd numbers, Bluesfest opening night delivered an incredible lineup of local and international acts and reminded attendees why it continues to be one of Australia’s leading festivals Thursday’s lineup saw crowd favourites including Ocean Alley, Tones&I and Taj Farrant take to the Crossroads and Mojo stages.

David Gray adds Matinee show to Brisbane performances

With two Brisbane shows already sold out and demand still high, multi-platinum, multi-BRIT, and GRAMMY-nominated British singer-songwriter David Gray, has added a third and final show to the Brisbane leg of his Past & Present Tour to Australia this November. The iconic ‘Babylon’ singer will now perform a special mid-afternoon matinee show at QPAC’s Concert Hall on Sunday, November …

Dope Lemon Announces Australia & New Zealand Dates For The Golden Wolf World Tour

Dope Lemon returns in 2025 with fifth studio album Golden Wolf, and a massive Australia and New Zealand tour. Dope Lemon – the moniker of acclaimed Australian artist Angus Stone – has cultivated a reputation for pairing dreamy, laid-back grooves with deeply introspective lyricism. Dope Lemon has headlined sold-out tours across Australia, North America, and …

BOWEN*YOUNG release cinematic debut album ‘Us’

Bringing their Americana-folk sounds all the from Nashville to Australian shores, BOWEN * YOUNG’s recently released debut album explores themes of celebrating life’s victories, passions, twists and turns.  A two year journey leaning on their shared experiences and emotions, their aptly named debut album Us has been described as ‘Cinematic Americana’ due to its tangible …