Opening like a sequel to “Wake Waka” Shakira’s new single for the film “Zootopia” is a tad predictable. “Try Everything” is a cookie cutter pop track that has her recreating elements of her previous hit singles while hiding her sexuality and dumbing down her appeal. It jumps on the bandwagon of euphoric pop songs with…
ALBUM REVIEW: Rachel Platten – Wildfire
Rachel Platten is one of the industry’s most underrated newcomers. Her mainstream debut is the perfect balance of sass and emotion that showcases her strong songwriting abilities. The musical direction on “Wildfire” is reminiscent of Carly Rae Jepsen with a clean pop vocal delivery and well curated hooks that will easily get stuck in your…
2015 A YEAR IN REVIEW
2015 was a big year of music. A lot of new artists dominated the charts with a few familiar faces making some well waited returns. There were some amazing albums released while others weren’t as impressive. But what were some of the best and worst moments of 2015? Most Underrated Song Foxes – Body…
TOP 20 POP SONGS OF 2015
2015 was all about the integration of EDM to pop music and the rebirth of the euphoric pop track. My top 20 countdown is loaded with these tracks that were a little bit more memorable and special. Demi Lovato – Cool For The Summer Demi Lovato has always been slightly a bit too cheesy…
TOP 10 ALBUMS OF 2015
Concept albums dominated the year with some incredible collections making up my top 10. But just who took the number one spot? Melanie Martinez – Crybaby Melanie Martinez was on the 2012 US series of The Voice and reached the Top 6 before being eliminated but don’t expect this to be your cliché reality…
LIVE REVIEW: Sam Smith – Brisbane Entertainment Centre
When you tour an album for three years it’s understandable when you see the artist disengaging from the songs but tonight Sam Smith wrapped up his final “In The Lonely Hour” show and there was nothing but honest smiles and tears on that stage. Welcoming the crowd to his final show before having a rest…
LIVE REVIEW: Taylor Swift – Suncorp Stadium
The success story of Taylor Swift is quite extraordinary and with the release of her fifth studio album 1989 there was no doubt that the following tour would be a spectacle. But nothing could have prepared me for how impressive this show was and being able to see how she has grown as an artist….
ALBUM REVIEW: Fleur East – Love, Sax & Flashbacks
This UK songstress quickly had me in high anticipation for her debut album with the infectious “Sax” cemented in my brain after a first listen. Fleur East knows how to deliver catchy pop tracks that ooze big choruses and playful lyrics and her debut album perfectly showcases that. “Love, Sax & Flashbacks” will have you…
ALBUM REVIEW: Troye Sivan – Blue Neighbourhood
At times Troye Sivan’s debut album bores with repetitive production and anti-climactic hooks but what he excels in is the groundbreaking lyrical content. Sivan has a unique platform to tell his story and is constantly looked to as a gay role model. “Blue Neighbourhood” allows him to open up and sees him becoming one of…
SINGLE REVIEW: Cyrus – Stone
Newly crowned the winner of X Factor Australia 2015, Cyrus was an early front runner with his consistent and strong performances. Topping the ITunes charts multiple times throughout the season with his impressive covers he also peaked at number 6 on the Aria Charts with a highly praised version of “Wicked Game”. His debut self-titled…
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