With a penchant for reflective and pensive lyrics, Hollow Coves new single When we were Young is quintessential indie-folk. Opening with light drum kicks before introducing the acoustic guitar via soft strumming and orchestral harmonies, When We Were Young evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, throwing back to simpler times. “When we first started writing …
Dope Lemon Brings ‘Smooth Big Cat’ to The Tivoli
Currently touring Australia promoting their latest album Smooth Big Cat, Dope Lemon’s sold-out Brisbane show at The Tivoli was a dreamy haze both visually as well sonically. Walking on stage in front of large illuminated yellow letters reading Dope Lemon, Angus Stone and his band were immediately met with applause. Accompanying the lemon themed sign, …
Harrison Storm delivers raw talent in newly released EP ‘Falling Down’
Having spent the last year collecting life experiences and harnessing their pivotal moments to inspire his latest body of work; Harrison Storm has graced our ears with his recent EP release Falling Down. Served a teaser in May with the release of the collection’s title track, fans have been eagerly awaiting the EP and let’s …
New Zealand’s Foley Can’t Help The Way They’ve Got Us Moving With Their Latest Track
New Zealand’s Foley have dropped a juicy new track that delivers something deliciously reminiscent of the 80s. While their music can often find itself tinged with a deeper and sometimes sadder musical composition, Can’t Help The Way shows a fresh and fun side to Ash and Gabriel who formed Foley in 2017 as a passion …
Zoe A’Dore ‘Galaxy’ – Review
Words by Natalie Turner Looking for an escape of reality? Melbourne’s futuristic-pop provider, Zoe A’Dore truly takes you out of this world as she releases her fresh rhythmic ride, Galaxy. The free-flowing bed of synths and echoing falsetto vocals, will make you A’Dore her rendition of futuristic pop as much as we do. Along …
Karmel Jäger ‘Trafalgar Square’ – Review
Words by Natalie Turner Transitioning from classical to electronic, songstress Karmel Jäger is laying out her talent on a silver platter and inviting us all to take a bite out of her sonic journey. With her EP soon to be released later in the year, she has surely set the bar high with her latest …
The Middle Kids: Live at The Triffid
Over half-way through the Aus-NZ leg of their Real Thing tour; Sydney group Middle Kids are delivering performances filled with vigour and passion. Not to be boxed in a single genre; Middle Kids music collides the worlds of alternative rock with romanticised indie tunes. Diving headfirst into their Brisbane performance at The Triffid, the group …
Damien Rice: Live at The Tivoli
On Monday night, Irish singer-songwriter Damien Rice gifted Brisbane’s The Tivoli with a two-hour production of indie-folk tunes. Armed with only a guitar, a piano and his signature soothing vocals, Rice’s performance was all round exquisite! Serenading the crowd with songs such as 9 Crimes, Amie, Volcano and Accidental Babies, he proved himself well worth …
Gang of Youths: Live at Riverstage
When Gang of Youths announced their Brisbane mini-festival ‘A More Perfect Union’, they were met with something that well and truly surpassed excitement. After announcing support acts Publique, Charlie Collins, Thelma Plum, Luca Brasi AND Jack River, Brisbanites were fast to jump on tickets as soon as they were released. The show itself was nothing …
Album Review: ‘I Love Songs’ by Thundamentals
Aussie Hip-Hop group Thundamentals dropped their fifth album on Friday, 21st of September. It’s titled I Love Songs and is a super vibey mix of electronic, RnB tunes complimented by their signature hip-hop style. The 12 track record marks the band’s 10 years in the industry and delves into the tumultuous world of love and relationships. Fans of the …