SINGLE REVIEW: Shawn Mendes – If I Can’t Have You

I think it’s starting to become clear that Shawn Mendes can do no wrong. The Canadian singer-songwriter has come a long way since the release of his debut album ‘Handwritten’ in 2015 and has continually shown a growth in maturity as he navigates the complexities of his early adult years. Fresh from kicking off his…

SINGLE REVIEW: Iggy Azalea – Started

Iggy Azalea is on fire at the moment. From her vivid social media interactions you can immediately tell the she’s putting her heart and soul into the forthcoming sophomore studio album ‘In My Defense’. After an array of setbacks with her major record label, she’s parted ways and gone independent so she could give fans…

EP REVIEW: Ruby Fields – Permanent Hermit

Ruby Fields just knows how to be super relatable. Her debut EP ‘Your Dad’s Opinion For Dinner’ was a coming of age collection of self discovery and honest quirks about her life. After a massive year of touring and being featured on Triple J’s heavy rotation list, she is ready to give you a second…

SINGLE REVIEW: Hayden James feat. Naations – Nowhere To Go

It’s documented proof that Hayden James knows how to write a hit. I mean just look at ‘Just Friends’, ‘Better Together’, ‘Something About You’ and ‘Numb’, they are all bonafide hits in their own right. He’s no longer just Australia’s little secret, he is now playing massive stages all over the world and being playlisted…

SINGLE REVIEW: Lewis Capaldi – Hold Me While You Wait

In a couple of weeks, Lewis Capaldi will be releasing his highly anticipated debut album ‘Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent’ which is expected to comfortably sit at the top of the UK charts for a long time just like the massive hit single ‘Someone You Loved’. With the May 17 release date creeping closer,…

SINGLE REVIEW: Madonna – I Rise

After the poor reception to ‘Medellin’, it doesn’t really surprise me that Madonna’s team has rushed out a follow up pop track to show people that she’s not going to stray too far away from her roots. ‘I Rise’ is a classic Madonna ballad. It’s dramatic, moody and empowering. Lyrically it fits very well into…

SINGLE REVIEW: Diplo Feat. Tove Lo – Win Win

In my eyes Tove Lo can do no wrong. She is a Swedish queen with a discography of catchy and vulnerable tracks and a even more talented songwriting resume. So it pains me to even begin writing this review. Diplo and Tove Lo have teamed up for another track to add to his collection and…

INTERVIEW: Little May

Re-introducing themselves to listeners with a bolder and more rock influenced sound, Little May have slightly departed their indie-folk roots to explore a new found vulnerability and empowerment. Reflecting on their personal anxieties and reminiscing on experiences from their early twenties, ‘Blame My Body’ is a very personal and honest affair. With the singles ‘Lover’,…

EP REVIEW: Oh Boy – Brentwood Heights

Oh Boy’s story has been one that has been a couple of years in the making. Debuting in a vision of bright colours and soundtracked by playful electronic pop synths accompanied by the likes of Mallrat and Sam Bluer on vocal duties, Oh Boy immediately captured your attention. But over the years, his creative vision…

SINGLE REVIEW: PNAU – Solid Gold

PNAU first hinted at the release of new music during their New Years Festival run of shows where they premiered a track that was “coming soon”. Five months down the track and the Australian production duo have finally lived up to their promise and dropped that said song in it’s polished electronic form. ‘Solid Gold’…