For the past 21 years Kav Temperley has fronted the iconic Australian rock band Eskimo Joe. The Perth three piece had massive success with their singles ‘Black Fingernails Red Wine’, ‘From The Sea’ and ‘Foreign Land’ as well as had four Top 3 albums on the Aria Charts. But whilst the band are currently in-between…
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INTERVIEW: Bob Evans
With 15 years in the music industry as a solo artist and an extra 6 years as the lead vocalist of Jebediah under his belt, Bob Evans has become one of Australia’s leading storytellers. The Perth based singer-songwriter also known as Kevin Mitchell has had an impressive career that has seen him touring the country…
INTERVIEW: The Paper Kites
Ever since the release of their debut EP ‘Woodlands’ in 2011 Australian indie-rock-folk band The Paper Kites have made quite the name for themselves overseas. The band have raked in over 149 MILLION streams on Spotify alone of their single ‘Bloom’ and have featured on TV shows like Greys Anatomy. Headlining shows in Australia, Europe…
ALBUM REVIEW: Ariana Grande – Sweetener
It may just be one of the most anticipated pop records of the year but does Ariana Grande’s fourth studio album ‘Sweetener’ live up to all the hype? That is the question I am still asking myself after 5 full listens. It’s an interesting collection of melodic and rhythmic pop tracks that aren’t necessarily intended…
SINGLE REVIEW: LPX – Might Not Make It Home
LPX is the exciting and dynamic solo project from MSMR vocalist Lizzy Palpinger. Her debut EP ‘Bolt In The Blue’ was an angsty collection of raw emotions and saw her delivering a whole lot of empowerment. For her follow up single ‘Might Not Make It Home’ she takes it back to where it all began…
SINGLE REVIEW: Jess Glynne – All I Am
With the release of the last single ‘I’ll Be There’ Jess Glynne became the first female UK artist to have seven number ones on the UK chart. A massive feat for an artist who is currently preparing the release of her sophomore studio album ‘Always In Between’ which is due on October 12. To keep…
SINGLE REVIEW: The 1975 – TooTimeTooTimeTooTime
The crazy hype surrounding The 1975 seems to have died down a little. Their upcoming third studio album doesn’t really seem to have the same hype their sophomore record had but that’s okay because they are still delivering strong songs. ‘TooTimeTooTimeTooTime’ is the bands third single and it’s a funky little dancehall inspired number that…
SINGLE REVIEW: Marshmello feat. Bastille – Happier
Following in the footsteps of Kygo’s collaboration with Imagine Dragons we have seen Marshmello team up with UK pop rock band Bastille for a little dance-rock fusion. ‘Happier’ is a cute and reflective track that looks at wanting the best for someone even when you know that it means you need to leave. It delivers…
ALBUM REVIEW: Nicki Minaj – Queen
Nicki Minaj has rightfully accredited herself queen status with this epic collection of hip-hop tracks that serve attitude, angst and emotion. After suffering multiple setbacks ‘Queen’ was ultimately moved forward a week and was surprisingly released to all streaming services. The honest and bold collection of tracks hears her continuing to return to her roots…
ALBUM REVIEW: Jason Mraz – Know
‘Im Yours’ was one of the biggest songs of 2008 and ten years later it still remains to be one of the most impactful pop songs of the last decade. After taking a four year break between albums to work on other projects including musical theatre, Jason Mraz is back with his feel good sixth…
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