2017 was the year of the vulnerable and empowering pop song. It was the year that heartbreak found a way to be uplifting and heard many artists delivering a reflective look at their past. It was the year that Lorde returned to her throne and the year that Taylor Swift turned petty. Sadly Katy…
TOP 15 ALBUMS OF 2017
2017 really was a massive year for music. The amount of vulnerable songs that graced listeners airwaves was incredible. Last year was a bit quieter on the album front but 2017 really showed them who was boss. Break ups and heartbreak were the main common theme this year but all of these artists tackled the…
TOP 40 SONGS OF 2017
2017 was the year of empowerment pop lead by strong females who found comfort in their vulnerabilities. We were introduced to some phenomenal newcomers like Sigrid and Julia Michaels and welcomed back some of pops biggest names Lorde, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Miley Cyrus with their intriguing new records. But what songs made the…
SINGLE REVIEW: Glades – Do Right
Sydney alt-pop trio Glades have had a massive 2017 and to perfectly finish the year off they have released a shiny new single. “Do Right” is a polished synth pop track that looks at looking out for each other and treating everyone well. A basic message that the world truly needs right now. We all…
MIXTAPE REVIEW: Charli XCX – Pop 2
2017 has seen Charli XCX keeping quite busy. From working on her forthcoming third studio album to releasing a new pop single, releasing a mixtape and touring the world she really hasn’t had too much time to breathe. But somewhere in amongst that she has written, recorded, produced and released another mixtape before the year…
LIVE REVIEW: Meg Mac – The Tivoli
Earlier this year Meg Mac finally released her debut album “Low Blows” which captivated listeners with honest and bold songs that perfectly captured her unique vocals and soulful sound. To coincide with the release she announced a massive headlining tour which saw all of the dates selling out instantaneously. Towards the end of the tour…
SINGLE REVIEW: Tonight Alive – Crack My Heart
With their fourth studio album “Underworld” just around the corner Australian pop-punk favourites Tonight Alive have just delivered their second single. “Crack My Heart” is less pop infused and catchy as their lead single “Temple” and reverts to their prominent rock roots. Jenna’s vocal delivery is very melodic during the verses before she unleashes a…
SINGLE REVIEW: Lily Allen feat. Giggs – Trigger Bang
2017 has been a very quiet year for Lily Allen as she’s been hiding in the studio working on her forthcoming fourth studio album. Her last record “Sheezus” was a very underrated affair of ridiculous pop moments and raw vulnerability but none of the songs really translated into a mainstream hit unlike her previous records….
LIVE REVIEW – Dean Lewis – The Zoo
2017 has seen Dean Lewis secure himself as one of Australia’s hottest newcomers. His breakthrough single “Waves” scored him global recognition after featuring in episodes of hit TV shows Riverdale and Suits and has since opened major doors to allow him to tour the USA. Following the release of his debut EP “Same Kind Of…
SINGLE REVIEW: Greyson Chance – Low
Greyson Chance had a quick rise to fame after his piano cover of Lady Gaga’s “Papparazzi” went viral on YouTube in 2010 which then saw Ellen Degeneres further elevating his career with an appearance on her show. Seven years later Greyson has parted ways with his major record label and independently released an experimental EP…
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