It’s been 20 years since Australia was first introduced to Ricki-Lee when she appeared on Australian Idol and captured the country’s hearts with her powerhouse vocals. Fast forward to 2024, and the singer-songwriter has come full-circle and is in her second year hosting the reality TV juggernaut. In between her hosting duties, and her national…
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INTERVIEW: I DON’T KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (iDKHOW)
I think it’s safe to say that I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (aka iDKHOW) has just dropped one of the most experimentally charged pop records of the year so far. The creative force that is Dallon Weekes (formerly from Panic! At The Disco, 2009-2017), has welcomed listeners into the colourful world of…
SINGLE REVIEWS OF THE WEEK: Griff, PARK RD, St. Vincent, Twenty One Pilots, Hinds
Griff – Miss Me Too UK rising star Griff has delivered one of the most euphoric pop songs of the year so far. “Miss Me Too” follows the experimentally charged pop track “Vertigo” which cemented this new era as one you need to pay attention to. Taking the empowering pop sonic to a whole new…
LIVE REVIEW: Taylor Swift – Accor Stadium
It’s been a while since an artist has brought the level of pandemonium to Australia the way Taylor Swift has in the past two weeks. It feels like we’re back to the height of One Direction with the intense media coverage, the passionate fanfare, and the pure euphoria on the streets of everyone heading to…
SINGLE REVIEWS OF THE WEEK: Nick Ward, SZA, Aleksiah, Selena Gomez, The Driver Era
Nick Ward – Gimme Nick Ward is back and he’s opening a brand new chapter that offers a glimpse into his highly anticipated debut album slated for release later this year. “Gimme” is the first offical single and it perfectly lays down the foundations for a vulnerable unravelling of his queer experience intertwined with punchy…
INTERVIEW: Cowboy Malfoy
Cowboy Malfoy is introducing themself to the world with an intricate and immersive soundscape that colourfully captures the spectrum of their artistry. From “Notice” to “Precious To Me”, “Want It Bad”, “How I’d Kill” and “Head Start”, they’ve highlighted strong songwriting and an impressive exploration of production that builds a unique world for every song….
INTERVIEW: Eilish Gilligan
The road to the release of Eilish Gilligan’s debut album has been a long and windy one, but she’s finally at its destination with “Final Girl” out in the world. The expansive pop record is one full of vulnerability, experimentation, and spine-tingling vocals. Immediately hitting you with eight perfect pop songs, she dives into dark…
SINGLE REVIEWS OF THE WEEK: Dua Lipa, Thomas Headon, Royal & The Serpent & GAYLE, Beyonce, Alexander 23, Alfie Templeman, Sasha Alex Sloan, Wallows
Dua Lipa – Training Season Dua Lipa is back on her pop-star shit with a song that feels even bigger than “Houdini”. On “Training Season” the British artist comes in hot with a psychedelic pop sonic that is elevated from its predecessor and packs an unexpected punch. The track grows on you with every listen…
SINGLE REVIEWS OF THE WEEK: Maggie Rogers, Noah Kahan, Dylan, Oliver Cronin, girl in red, Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton
Maggie Rogers – Don’t Forget Me Maggie Rogers has returned to her roots for a song that feels like a warm hug when you need it the most. “Don’t Forget Me” is the lead single and title track from her forthcoming third studio album which will be released on April 12. It’s a song that…
LIVE REVIEW: Hemlocke Springs – Oxford Art Factory
Hemlocke Springs is the weirdest pop star on the rise currently. And honestly, that is the biggest compliment. The North Carolina singer, songwriter, and producer is a long way from home on her first Australian tour for Laneway Festival as well as two headline shows. For the Sydney date, she had just hopped off a…
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