For the first episode of BLEACHED: The Podcast Season three, I have sat down with four artists I discovered through the Heated Rivalry soundtrack who I genuinely loved including Wolf Parade, Cailin Russo, Satine, and Harrison. And we talk about their song being featured in the show, the virality that’s happening and what’s next for…
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Music News, Live Reviews, Interviews and everything in between
LIVE REVIEW + GALLERY: CMAT – Enmore Theatre
In January 2025 I witnessed CMAT play a sold out show at The Factory Theatre in Sydney, which ended up becoming one of my favourite shows of the year because of her undeniably infectious energy, incredible live band, and hilarious banter. And 12 months later I’m back to standing at a sold out CMAT show…
GALLERY: Good Neighbours – Liberty Hall
English indie pop-rock duo Good Neighbours have certainly established themselves as One’s To Watch following their breakout out hit “Home”. Their debut album “Blue Sky Mentality” is out now and captures a warmth with earnest songwriting and euphoric production. Kicking of 2026 down under with a big run of headline shows, they returned to Sydney…
INTERVIEW: Alemeda
For the final episode of BLEACHED: The Podcast in 2025 I’m chatting with Alemeda about her new EP “But What The Hell Do I Know”, working with Doechii on “Beat A B!tch Up”, and we go track by track on the creative processes, lyrics and production of the EP. BLEACHED: The Podcast will be back…
GALLERY: Nessa Barrett – Hordern Pavilion
Nessa Barrett has finally returned to Australia following her massive sold out debut 2023 tour down under. This time she is closing her AFTERCARE World Tour on this side of the world and what a show she delivered, even with a costume malfunction early in the show. With a big LED screen behind her, an…
GALLERY: Rebecca Black – Metro Theatre
Rebecca Black is here to help you find salvation while on her victory lap across Australia with Spilt Milk and some special headline shows. Returning to Sydney for a big headline show at Metro Theatre she brought her very camp and fun pop show that featured all of her fan favourites and even a cover…
GALLERY: Good Things Festival 2025 – Sydney
Good Things Festival is THE rock music event of the year in Australia. And yet again they delivered a stellar line up for their 2026 edition. Taking over Sydney Showground for a hot Saturday, the vibes were high from the moment the gates opened until Tool played their final song. Check out the full gallery…
INTERVIEW: Chris Lanzon
For this episode of BLEACHED: The Podcast, Chris Lanzon returns to chat about his debut album “You’re Missing The Best Part”. We go track by track of the album and dive into the introspective lyrics, the live feeling of the production, and the beautiful world he’s created. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4gxbaymzG8ck4s9acbl8vO Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/chris-lanzon-returns/id1755364448?i=1000739391871 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/d58c972d-b2ef-4969-986f-579b1da65810/episodes/e04abe12-6a89-4d8f-bbd8-155d9e6da02d/bleached-chris-lanzon-returns iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-bleached-191802252/ Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/show/1001062522?host=0&deferredFl=1…
GALLERY: Doja Cat – Qudos Bank Arena
It’s been six years in-between visits for Doja Cat but she’s finally returned to Australia to kick off her Tour Ma Vie World Tour. After visiting Perth, Melbourne and Brisbane, she’s wrapping it all up in Sydney with two massive nights at Qudos Bank Arena. With a setlist of hit after hit, she tackled songs…
INTERVIEW: Allie X
For this episode of BLEACHED: The Podcast I’m chatting with Allie X about her brand new record “Happiness Is Going to Get You” (out now), the album’s alter ego The Infant Marie, the glass cube in the imagery and what is represents, and we discuss how she’s planning on bringing the album to the live…
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