SINGLE REVIEW: Cody Simpson – Nice To Meet You 

It’s been a little while in-between releases for Cody Simpson, but with a hectic schedule from his Olympic-level swimming career, it’s quite understandable. In November 2020 the Gold Coast raised singer-songwriter took eight days off from his very disciplined swimming schedule to record and co-produce his forthcoming album. Immersing himself in the organic sounds and…

ALBUM REVIEW: Years & Years – Night Call  

Taking a moment to reset their direction and creative vision, Years & Years have returned as a solo project for lead vocalist Olly Alexander. ‘Night Call’ is a body of work that not only acts as a re-introduction but also cements the foundations for this bright and colourful new chapter. Saturated in electronic pop production…

SINGLE REVIEW: Au/Ra – plz don’t waste my youth 

One of the most special times in our lives is our youth. It’s the one period in our lives where everything is meant to be exciting and magical. It’s where we are discovering ourselves, experiencing a whole lot of firsts, and are allowed to make mistakes. As you begin to navigate that period you’re bound…

SINGLE REVIEW: Conan Gray – Jigsaw

Conan Gray’s trajectory is one that is genuinely exciting to watch unfold. His songwriting is continually getting stronger with every release, with his hooks becoming bolder and even more infectious. He’s also finding experimental elements within his artistry to elaborate on and give listeners exciting new perspectives. His new single ‘Jigsaw’ is one of those…

SINGLE REVIEW: Jawbreakers feat. AMUNDA – Boyfriend 

Colliding the worlds of electronic music and drag together, Jawbreakers have infiltrated stages across Australia with their signature bubblegum pop filled sets. With their bright and bouncy personalities and playful mixes, the Melbourne DJ duo have gained themselves a rapidly building fanbase. Following their signing to Extrovert Music they have dropped their nostalgic leaning debut…

SINGLE REVIEW: Drella – Until The Morning

Stepping into the spotlight with a unique sound and vision, Drella is a newcomer you aren’t going to forget anytime soon. The Melbourne based singer-songwriter’s debut single ‘Until The Morning’ is a compelling and distinct moment that lays down impressive experimental foundations for the journey that is about to unfold.  Sonically found somewhere between Prince…

SINGLE REVIEW: GAYLE – ur just horny 

With her viral hit ‘abcdefu’ currently at the top of the charts worldwide, GAYLE is ready to add a second track to the Top 10 and further cement her status as THE breakthrough star of 2022. ‘ur just horny’ excitingly brings a similar cynicism and sarcastic tone with an energy that is totally unapologetic.  Reflecting…

SINGLE REVIEW: Griff & Sigrid – Head On Fire 

Griff and Sigrid are two of UK and Europe’s most promising rising stars, so it only seems appropriate that they’ve teamed up for one of the biggest songs of the year to-date. ‘Head On Fire’ is a track that has “hit” written all over it. Returning to the alt-pop sound that echoed through 2018, there…

SINGLE REVIEW: Christina Castle – FFFree 

Christina Castle is an artist who is ready to introduce who she really is to the world. Her journey has been unravelling since 2011 where she appeared on The X Factor Australia (FKA Christina Parie) and was consequently signed by Warner Music at age 15 before touring with Simple Plan. But that was only the…

ALBUM WRAP UPS: FKA Twigs, Fickle Friends & The Wombats 

FKA Twigs – CAPRISONGS It’s been three years in between projects for FKA Twigs, and as the British singer-songwriter steers into 2022 she has dropped a 17 track mixtape for your listening pleasure. This collaborative affair is all about experimentation and the search for confidence. Deeply rooted in the present, this collection of songs represents…