Soaked in rich melodies, cathartic emotions, and coming-of-age themes, Gretta Ray’s debut album ‘Begin To Look Around’ was an impressive and deeply honest affair. But due to the ongoing pandemic, the Melbourne based singer-songwriter wasn’t able to bring the album to the live-stage, the way it deserved. 10 months on and she has finally hit…
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GALLERY: Meg Mac – Princess Theatre
Soaked in moody lighting, Meg Mac returned to Brisbane for a sold out night of intimacy, big singalongs, and reflection. Celebrating the release of her recent singles ‘Is It Worth Being Sad’, ‘On Your Mind’ and ‘Only Love’, she took punters on a big emotional and cathartic journey. Check out the full gallery captured by Han…
GALLERY: Nick Ward – Black Bear Lodge
Nick Ward is finally out on the road for his first headline Australian tour to celebrate the release of his sophomore EP ‘BRAND NEW YOU’. Kicking off the run of dates in Brisbane at Black Bear Lodge, the Sydney based singer-songwriter brought the energy and reflective vibes as his passionate fans sang every word back…
SINGLE REVIEW: Empress Of – Dance For You
Spoiler alert; Empress Of is making some of the best pop music of 2022. Her previously released single ‘Save Me’ is already my number one song of the year to-date, and the Californian singer-songwriter has just announced that the five track EP of the same name will be released on June 24. To accompany that…
SINGLE REVIEW: Vera Blue – The Curse
Vera Blue first and foremost knows how to break our hearts and put them back together again. Her discography is full of emotionally fuelled electro-pop ballads that soar between catharsis and healing, and has played an important part in so many of her listeners grieving processes. With her forthcoming sophomore studio album slated for release…
SINGLE REVIEW: RARIA – Kill You Boy
RARIA is a rising pop artist who is currently finding her stride with her songwriting, and particularly with her infectiously-woven hooks. ‘Kill Your Boy’ is the Melbourne singer-songwriter’s newest offering, and it’s her most impressive yet. Upon the first listen you will be immediately transported to the moment you heard all of the big pop…
SINGLE REVIEW: Thelma Plum – Backseat Of My Mind
It’s been three years in-between releases for Thelma Plum, but the Gamilaraay singer-songwriter has finally returned with a taste of her forthcoming sophomore studio album with the dreamy-pop stylings of ‘Backseat Of My Mind’. Reminiscing on her time spent on the road touring, this song is all about looking towards the future. It’s those moments…
SINGLE REVIEW: Alexander 23 – The Hardest Part
Alexander 23’ has already released two of my favourite songs of the year with ‘Crash’ and ‘Hate Me If It Helps’, and he’s now safely added a third to the list with the heartbreakingly beautiful ‘The Hardest Part’. Taken from his forthcoming debut album, this pop-rock ballad tackles the complexities of grief as he comes…
INTERVIEW: Alfie Templeman
Alfie Templeman is an artist who is completely in his own lane. From releasing his debut single ‘Orange Juice’ in 2018, the now 19 year old breakout British singer-songwriter has cultivated a fanbase through building a soundscape that brings in a wide range of his influences. From 50’s, to jazz, to 90’s rock, to full…
INTERVIEW: Tate McRae
Tate McRae is a global superstar. And with the release of her debut album ‘i used to think i could fly’ she is proving why she deserves that status with a body of work that is equally vulnerable as it is a celebration of her coming of age moments. The Canadian raised and now Los…
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