ALBUM REVIEW: Ariana Grande – Thank U, Next

The hype surrounding Ariana Grande is officially next level. She’s the global superstar who has defied all odds, picked herself up through some very public tough times and has continued to empower and inspire young women with her pure strength through her music. Her fourth studio album ‘Sweetner’ was only released a couple of months…

EP REVIEW: Meghan Trainor – The Love Train

With her third studio album ‘Treat Myself’ meant to be released in January, the pre-order disappeared from ITunes overnight and the listing was replaced with a TBA status. With no real explanation given, it was a bit confusing as to what was happening in the Meghan Trainor camp. But whilst the uncertainty is in the…

SINGLE REVIEW: Vera Blue – Like I Remember You

Vera Blue is the understated indie-pop queen of Australia. Her debut album ‘Perennial’ was a flawless collection of heartbreak and empowerment tracks that saw her unveiling her vulnerability to the world. For her forthcoming sophomore record she’s started heading towards a more polished and romantic sound with the Fleetwood Mac inspired ‘All The Pretty Girls’…

SINGLE REVIEW: Kian – Childism

Solely from the release of his debut single ‘Waiting’, Castlemaine teenager Kian has made a massive impact on the Australian music industry. The breakthrough single saw him debuting at number 20 on the 2018 Triple J Hottest 100, reaching number 16 on the Aria Charts and rake in over 24 million streams on Spotify alone….

SINGLE REVIEW: Marina – Handmade Heaven

Dropping the “And The Diamonds” from her name, Marina has made her comeback after the lacklustre impact her third studio album ‘Froot’ had. In between that time she’s worked on some collaborations, toured (everywhere but Australia) and spent some time figuring out what her next move creatively would be. ‘Handmade Heaven’ is the first taste…

LIVE REVIEW: Lily Allen – The Tivoli

As the chant “Lily, Lily, Lily fucking Allen” broke through the speakers, the sold out Brisbane crowd screamed along with anticipation. Walking on stage donning her classic black wig to pay homage to her sophomore studio album ‘It’s Not Me, It’s You’ which celebrated its tenth anniversary this week, the crowd lost their mind with…

SINGLE REVIEW Khalid feat. Disclosure – Talk

I think it’s safe to say Khalid is not going to slow down anytime soon with his release schedule. The viral R&B singer seems to constantly release tracks like it’s running out of fashion and his fans do not seem to mind. With is sophomore studio album slated for release later this year he’s just…

SINGLE REVIEW: Greyson Chance – Shut Up

The evolution of Greyson Chance as an artist is a very exciting and promising journey. The American singer-songwriter has grown so much from the viral breakthrough of his piano cover of Lady Gaga ‘Paparazzi’ in 2010 which saw him globally recognised overnight. But a story has many chapters and Greyson’s is no different. After releasing…