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**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 …
You will smile, sway, cry, then “fucking dance hard bitches.” Words by Dominic Buckland The second show in this year’s Gang of Youths’ A More Perfect Union experience, held at Sandstone Point, played host to some incredible talent including Budjerah, Middle Kids as well as fresh grooves from Matt Corby, but the night truly …
Several concerts across the country, two additions to the More Perfect Union Festival tally and one unique acoustic set later; Gang of Youths have officially wrapped their Australian tour. To celebrate their tour, Marx Music caught up with Gang of Youths bassist Max Dunn to discuss being back on stage, how streaming has changed album …
Aussie girl Katie Thorne’s new single I Hate Your Girlfriend is everything I didn’t know I was craving in a new release. *Immediately adds to all Spotify playlists* A flirty, cathartic track laden with silky vocals and smooth guitar, IHYG dissects the inevitable jealousy and subsequent vilification of an ex’s new beau post breakup. …
Rising singer-songwriter Josh Needs has dropped his new EP Fault Line, a six track collection exploring the concepts of grief, self-reflection, awareness, love and heartache. Playing with a darker sound, the EP was created in a bid to find purpose in lockdown following a breakup and a fractured wrist. “I needed to pour myself into …
Not one for doing things in half-measure, Aussie musician Charlie Collins has dropped her brand-new single Fuck It alongside the news of her sold-out show in Marrickville. With pulsing drums and a heavy focus on her vocal abilities, Collins new single is a guitar-lead reflection on the effect of public scrutiny of a break-up and …
Soft lighting hints at a flower decorated stage while outlining the silhouettes of Brisbane Symphony Orchestra as they take their seats. Another figure appears on stage, greets a violinist with a Covid-approved elbow bump and takes his place as conductor and orchestral lead. The lights brighten and the ethereal Vera Blue takes to the stage …
Kinder’s latest release Come Along, is the dance track we all need at the moment with its catchy beat and driving bass that’s sure to get everybody moving. Filmed across both Ghana and Australia, their latest single’s freshly released music video is a vibrant mix of colour, rhythm and epic choreography. Marx Music chats with …
Try to put a categorical hat on Tigerlily and you’ll be hard-pressed to find one with a brim wide enough to capture all her achievements. From DJ to environmental advocate to podcaster, her music has captured global attention and seen her voted (and crowned) Australia’s number one female DJ for three consecutive years. With her …