The Chainsmokers have returned to their generic dance-pop sound for their new single that hears them teaming up with Country-pop favourite Kelsea Ballerini. ‘This Feeling’ is a desperate attempt to match the mainstream success of Zedd and Maren Morris’ mega hit ‘The Middle’. While it’s a little predictable this song does have sweet pop verses…
ALBUM REVIEW: The Paper Kites – On The Corner Where You Live
Ever since first bursting on the scene with the captivating ‘Bloom’ in 2011, The Paper Kites have notably become a band that constantly impress with their vivid storytelling and imaginative live shows. For their fourth studio album ‘On The Corner Where You Live’, the Australian indie-rock-folk band have gone towards a slightly groovier sound. Incorporating…
SINGLE REVIEW: Ruby Fields – Dinosaurs
After the release of her debut EP ‘Your Dad’s Opinion For Dinner’ earlier this year, Ruby Fields is back with a honest and captivating new single. ‘Dinosaurs’ hears the indie rock singer-songwriter returning with a stripped back track that hears her talking about her fears and some realisations she’s made about her own self confidence….
ALBUM REVIEW: Good Charlotte – Generation RX
Returning to their roots, Good Charlotte channel their nostalgic early punk-rock sound for their seventh studio album. ‘Generation RX’ is a brief but strong collection of songs that hears them focusing on self reflection and social commentary. The nine songs are perfectly introduced by the title track that builds up a synth-orchestral production that adds…
ALBUM REVIEW: Eminem – Kamikaze
Who doesn’t love a little fiery fuelled diss track? A little bit of tongue in cheek aggression to pump you up in the morning or something to help you get through your long day. Well, Eminem has returned with a surprise tenth studio album which is all about that. ‘Kamikaze’ hears him just letting it…
LIVE REVIEW: Tkay Maidza – Brisbane Festival
Turning up the volume and bringing the heat to the Spiegeltent at Brisbane Festival, Tkay Maidza did not disappoint the excited Saturday night crowd. Running out to the reggae influenced vibes of ‘Big Things’ from her new EP ‘Last Year Was Weird’ she set the bar high by serving a whole lot of energy and…
ALBUM REVIEW: David Guetta – 7
Over the last year and a half David Guetta has been turning out singles like there is no tomorrow. Some were memorable and some were a little forgettable and that’s where his simply titled seventh studio album ‘7’ safely lands. It’s a little hit and miss with moments of electronic fun mixed in with moments…
ALBUM REVIEW: Mitch James – Mitch James
Stepping into the mainstream spotlight earlier this year with ’21’, Mitch James instantly made himself a newcomer that you wanted to get acquainted with. Citing comparisons from Ed Sheeran and Shawn Mendes, the New Zealand singer-songwriter impressed with his evolving alternative pop production and reflective storytelling. His debut self-titled album ties this project together with…
ALBUM REVIEW: Carrie Underwood – Cry Pretty
I’m a not so secret Carrie Underwood fan. I honestly thought she could do no wrong, but I was incorrect. Her sixth studio album ‘Cry Pretty’ is an unfortunate collection of try-hard empowerment pop crossover with mis-represented emotion. The country singer-songwriter usually delivers big emotional moments shadowed with some carefree and attitude filled hooks. But…
SINGLE REVIEW: Jess Kent – Girl
Relocating to Los Angeles may have been one of the best things Jess Kent could have ever done for herself. The Sydney singer-songwriter hit a peak after opening for Coldplay on their massive Australian stadium tour and she could’ve easily just released an album in the moment and did some more touring but she decided…