EP REVIEW: Ashlee + Evan – Ashlee + Evan 

In the mid 2000’s Ashlee Simpson dominated the charts with her angsty and honest pop-rock full of catchy hooks and served a whole lot of attitude. It has been 10 years since she released her third studio album ‘Bittersweet World’, so it’s safe to say that new music is respectfully long overdue. Luckily 2018 is…

SINGLE REVIEW: Yorke – First Light 

It’s not often that debut singles just hit you right in the chest with such certainty but Yorke has successfully done just that. ‘First Light’ is a triumphant first serving that showcases raw emotion and a whole lot of heart. The Byron Bay singer-songwriter introduces herself through the crisp synth production that is layered with…

SINGLE REVIEW: Little Mix feat. Nicki Minaj – Woman Like Me

Little Mix are the girl group we need in the world right now. The UK four-piece exploded onto the scene after they won The X Factor in 2011 and have since manifested a career of empowering, upbeat and fun pop songs. Through the release of their four studio albums they have constantly grown and evolved…

SINGLE REVIEW: Astrid S – Emotion

After the release of her slick and groovy EP ‘Party’s Over’, I really did expect Astrid S’ comeback to be a little more impactful and bold. But ‘Emotion’ is a groovy little synth lead track which packs a lot of heart. It’s a whole hearted grower which will take a few listens for you to…

SINGLE REVIEW: Maggie Rogers – Light On

Along with the announcement of her debut album ‘Heard It In A Past Life’ which will be finally released on January 18, Maggie Rogers has delivered an uplifting new single to get you a little excited. ‘Light On’ reflects on her sudden rise to fame and the overwhelming feelings that comes with that territory. But…

SINGLE REVIEW: Meg Mac – Give Me My Name Back

After the completion of her sold out tour at the end of last year, Australian singer-songwriter Meg Mac stepped out of the spotlight and returned to the studio where she started working on her highly anticipated second studio album. So in retrospective 2018 has been a little quiet from the Meg Mac camp but returning…

SINGLE REVIEW: ALMA – Cowboy

I really didn’t think ALMA could do anything wrong. But apparently it’s happened. ‘Cowboy’ is an interesting choice of a single for the Finnish singer-songwriter as it hears her disregarding her usually experimental and slick sound for something a little gimmicky. The track is a forgettable collision of electronic synths with an annoying hook that…

SINGLE REVIEW: Middle Kids – Salt Eyes

It’s only been 5 months since Middle Kids released their debut album but they are back to give you a second serving with 4 new songs ready to be released. The Sydney trio have unveiled the first new track which is an experimental grunge meets alternative rock moment. ‘Salt Eyes’ explores that internal search for…

SINGLE REVIEW: Haiku Hands feat. True Vibration – Squat

Fresh off the back of a massive run of festival shows, Australia’s most exciting (and maybe the most fiercest girl group since Young Divas) Haiku Hands have finally released a new single. Along with the announcement of a huge headline tour in early 2019, ‘Squat’ hears the four piece getting a little grittier than before….

INTERVIEW: Not A Boys Name

Australia needs a little glitz and glamour in alternative rock again and Not A Boys Name is ready to deliver that. The long awaited solo project from multi-instrumentalist Dave Jenkins Jr hears him stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight with his debut single which is an ambitious and anthemic affair. Over the…