It’s only been a year in between visits for UK soul-funk outfit, Jungle, but with a new album out in the world it only seemed appropriate that they bounced back for another run of shows. Their sophomore record ‘For Ever’ hears them continuing that groovy eclectic sound that their debut record introduced and had them…
Category: Live Reviews
LIVE REVIEW: Basement Jaxx VS The Metropolitan Orchestra – QPAC
Basement Jaxx are no strangers to the touring circuit of Australia. They’ve played festivals like Big Day Out and Good Vibrations as well as played some very energetic headline shows across the country but this visit sees them giving audiences something a little different. Returning for an exclusive run of orchestral shows, the British electronic…
LIVE REVIEW: Meg Mac – The Tivoli
It was only a year and a half ago that Meg Mac was standing on The Tivoli stage looking out to a sold out crowd that were singing the lyrics from her debut album ‘Low Blows’ back to her. Now she’s back as she prepares for the release of her new mini album ‘Hope’ on…
LIVE REVIEW: Jessica Mauboy – Woolly Mammoth
It’s not often that you get to see one of Australia’s biggest pop acts play an intimate venue like the Woolly Mammoth but that was the unique concept of Jessica Mauboy’s exclusive run of comeback shows. To celebrate the release of her new single ‘Sunday’ and her return for her forthcoming fourth studio album, Mauboy…
LIVE REVIEW: Vanessa Amorosi – The Tivoli
Looking back through Vanessa Amorosi’s discography is like being re-acquainted with a long lost best friend. Her music has been the soundtrack of so many of your life memories whether you know it or not. From the disco-pop anthem ‘Absolutely Everybody’ which soundtracked every school dance you could think of to being the song you…
LIVE REVIEW: Cub Sport – The Tivoli
The evolution and transformation of Cub Sport is truly impressive. Expressing themselves in the rawest way possible through their sophomore record ‘Bats’ they ended up establishing a deep bond with their listeners that has changed the direction of their career completely. Opening up about lead singer Tim Nelson’s sexuality and coming out experience, they tapped…
LIVE REVIEW: Matt Corby – Brisbane Convention Centre
With the delicate ambient soundtrack of a rainforest echoing through the venue, the mood of the Brisbane Convention Centre was set for a night of high emotions. With Matt Corby walking on stage with his band in tow, the crowd roared with excitement as he stood under the spotlight in front of his keyboard and…
LIVE REVIEW: Middle Kids – The Triffid
Middle Kids are a band that know their market well. They’ve had a steady incline with sold out tours nationally and internationally, massive festival line-up inclusions and heavy Triple J rotation which has made them one of the most talked about homegrown acts. After the success of their highly acclaimed debut album ‘Lost Friends’ they’re…
LIVE REVIEW: Anne-Marie – Eatons Hill Hotel
Bursting at the seams with a whole lot of energy and personality, Anne-Marie’s debut Brisbane show was one her fans won’t be forgetting any time soon. The English singer-songwriter has topped the charts multiple times over the past couple of years with hits that you can’t get out of your head and continue to remain…
LIVE REVIEW: Mallrat – The Triffid
With a playlist full of nostalgic pop tunes from the likes of The Veronicas blasting through The Triffid on a Friday night, the party vibes were in session for Mallrat’s first of three sold out shows over the weekend. Returning home for a three night residency, the shows sold out within minutes and were instantly…