The idea of Leigh-Anne going solo following Little Mix’s hiatus always excited me. There’s just always been something about her that has hinted at a fierceness her own material could embody, and she has certainly not disappointed with her debut single. “Don’t Say Love” is the official first glimpse of what is to come from…
SINGLE REVIEW: Lime Cordiale – Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome is something we all deal with, and the more successful you get in your own area the worst it becomes. Even with the sold out tours, ARIA nominations, and heavy acclaim, it’s something that Lime Cordiale are finding themselves dealing with more than ever before. To try and find some perspective and understanding…
SINGLE REVIEW: The Rions – Minivan
Following their recent sold out national tour, Northern Beaches pop-rockers The Rions have returned with a new single, as well as the announcement of their debut EP of the same name, “Minivan”, which will be released August 11. Teasing the song while on the road, this track cements their already rapid growth as songwriters and…
SINGLE REVIEW: COBRAH – SUCK
COBRAH has opened a new chapter by signing to a major label, but the Swedish raised electronic-popstar is firmly staying in her lane. Keeping her vision to be as futuristic, bold, and brash as ever, the lead single “SUCK” brings the listener immediately into the COBRAH world. “Suck my clit, you’ll love it” she proclaims…
LIVE REVIEW: Blackpink – Qudos Bank Arena
Hearing the refrain “Blackpink in your area” live just hits different. The global K-POP megastars are in Australia for four sold out shows across Sydney and Melbourne, and the hysteria surrounding their arrival is very real. It’s been four years in-between visits, and their stardom is at an entire different level than it was before. …
INTERVIEW: Hemlocke Springs
Late last year hemlocke springs came out of what seemed like nowhere and dropped one of the most surprising breakout tracks of 2022. “girlfriend” was a fresh perspective in pop that we had been holding out for. It’s a song that sounded like absolutely nothing else, and ran to its own beat with its sonical…
LIVE REVIEW: Ella Mai – Sydney Opera House
Over the past three weeks VIVID LIVE has offered so many incredible and unique live performances that have left audiences in awe. Wrapping up the 2023 season at the Sydney Opera House, Ella Mai delivered one of the most compelling shows of the festival with her soulful and fierce taste of RNB. With a platform…
The Importance Of Janelle Monae’s New Album, The Age Of Pleasure
Janelle Monae (they/them, she/her) is ushering their fourth studio album “The Age Of Pleasure” into the world, and this record is truly a celebration whilst also a reminder that so many people are still fighting to be seen and heard. As a pansexual, non-binary, and BIPOC, Janelle channels all of their perspective into a record…
5 Must Listen Songs On Niall Horan’s New Album, The Show
Niall Horan is now in his third album era, and he is sounding more confident and reassured than ever before. “The Show” is a punchy 10 track collection of songs that celebrates him as a songwriter and musician. The songs are extremely well-written, and have an anthemic tone to them that will explode in his…
SINGLE REVIEW: Mahalia feat. JoJo – Cheat
“Once a cheat always a cheat” Mahalia declares in the opening moments of her new single “Cheat”, and the girl ain’t wrong. The British singer-songwriter is preparing the release of her sophomore studio album “IRL” on July 14, and it promises to be an honest and ear-worm hook filled body of work. Following the release…
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