Last week ARIA revealed that the number one song in Australia for 2024 was Benson Boone’s undeniable viral hit “Beautiful Things”, and it couldn’t have come at a more perfect time with the pop star in Australia for his highly anticipated sold out tour. Taking over Hordern Pavilion for two sold out nights in Sydney,…
Category: Live Reviews
LIVE REVIEW: CMAT – Factory Theatre
Are you obsessed with Chappell Roan and Lola Young? If the answer is yes, then I’ve got the perfect artist for you to obsess over next. CMAT is a country-pop leaning musician from Ireland who may just be the next breakout star. Her 2022 debut album “If My Wife New I’d Be Dead” and the…
LIVE REVIEW: FINNEAS – Hordern Pavilion
Walking into the Hordern Pavilion for FINNEAS’ headline Sydney show, I was immediately quite surprised that there was no production elements, as it’s notably guide a big venue. There were no big lighting rigs, no backdrop or LED screens, no risers or stage design, which felt quite bare. Walking on stage by himself for opener…
LIVE REVIEW: Sugababes – Enmore Theatre
Kicking off 2025 by seeing the Sugababes live is exactly what this year calls for. The iconic British girl group were back down under for a special run of shows to celebrate the new year which all kicked off at Beyond The Valley Festival. But they couldn’t come all this way without some headline shows,…
LIVE REVIEW: Wallows – Hordern Pavilion
Two years ago I stood in the Hordern Pavilion watching Wallows, and they delivered a strong live show that was all about the musicianship which their audience ate up every moment. Fast forward to December 2024 and the Los Angeles alternative-rock trio are back in Sydney playing to a sold out Hordern Pavilion in support…
LIVE REVIEW: The Killers – Qudos Bank Arena
The Killers are one of the greatest bands in the world, and there’s no denying that. Over their 20+ years they have crafted an iconic discography and live performance that is theatrical and has this deeply rooted impressive musicianship. Returning to Australia for another massive run of arena shows, the Las Vegas four piece have…
LIVE REVIEW: The Dare – Metro Theatre
“Elusive. Viral. And every ounce of cool.” That is the best way to describe The Dare. His rise to fame in 2024 has been so interesting to watch with this cult-like audience emerging around the release of his debut album “What’s Wrong With New York?”, and in-turn he has been coined to be bringing back…
LIVE REVIEW: Tiny Habits – Factory Theatre
Sunday evening gigs are always a test for my soul, because they sound like a great idea until you actually get to the day and you remember instead you could be in bed watching tv before the start of a new week. And sometimes that is true, but other times it’s worth it as you…
LIVE REVIEW: Twenty One Pilots – Qudos Bank Arena
10 Years ago I stood in the crowd watching Twenty One Pilots open for Paramore and You Me At Six at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. At the time “Vessel” had just come out, and they were relatively unknown to Australian audiences, but immediately during their opening song “Ode To Sleep” I turned to my friend…
LIVE REVIEW: Tate McRae – Hordern Pavilion
Tate McRae is truly THAT pop star. There’s no one doing it like her right now, and it’s clear that the Canadian chart topper is dancing in her own lane. Currently Down Under for a sold out Australian tour, she took over Hordern Pavilion in Sydney for two nights of pure pop magic as a…
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