As the show’s video introduction explained, this tour has been two years in the making, so why waste a second. AJR exploded onto the Fortitude Music Hall stage for a sold out show in Brisbane with a ridiculous amount of high energy, big singalong’s, and an innovative visual spectacular. Even if you didn’t walk in…
LIVE REVIEW: Spacey Jane – Fortitude Music Hall
Spacey Jane are in their “sold out” status, and rightfully so after the release of their critically acclaimed sophomore studio album ‘Here Comes Everybody’. The Perth four piece are currently on a national tour which has seen them play their biggest headline shows to-date along with their biggest production yet. Their Brisbane stop included three…
WEEKLY NEW MUSIC WRAP UP REVIEWS: Ruel, Zedd + Maren Morris, Dayglow, bbno$ & LØLØ
Ruel – YOU AGAINST YOURSELF If you haven’t caught on yet, Ruel is a fucking superstar. And his new single ‘YOU AGAINST YOURSELF’ is a euphoric and anthemic track that captures his growth as an artist, and the exciting and bold direction he’s heading in with his forthcoming debut album. It was a track thats…
INTERVIEW: Robinson
When we were young, we felt like we were unstoppable. There was a natural freeness and fearlessness embedded inside of us that took charge. There were no obstacles that felt too hard, nor was there internal doubt plaguing our thoughts. But as we began to get older those voices begin to creep in and hold…
INTERVIEW: Noah Dillon
Noah Dillon’s debut album ‘Kill The Dove’ is more than just an introductory body of work to the masses, it’s an honest exploration of who he wants to be as an artist. It’s him finding his voice, and finding his way of conveying his full spectrum of emotions through raw lyricism, and diverse production. It’s…
WEEKLY NEW MUSIC WRAP UP REVIEWS: Nicki Minaj, Ber, Megan Thee Stallion, Rex Orange County & Peach PRC
Nicki Minaj – Super Freaky Girl We are in the heart of nostalgia-pop being “in”, and everyone rediscovering songs that made them feel happy while growing up. And Nicki Minaj has never been afraid to integrate some nostalgia in her music before, I mean, just look at the mammoth success of 2014’s ‘Anaconda’, which sampled…
INTERVIEW: Kat Edwards
With just a guitar in hand, Kat Edwards mesmerised me while she opened for Gretta Ray in June. Her storytelling was honest and relatable, and there was a vivid vulnerability that captured everyone’s attention immediately. Acoustically performing a mix of old and new songs, the Tasmania based singer-songwriter was undeniably special. Her new EP ‘Best…
GALLERY: Hayden James – Fortitude Music Hall
Following a coveted performance at Coachella, and a headline US and Europe tour, Hayden James has returned to Australia and kicked off his ‘Lifted Tour’ in Brisbane at Fortitude Music Hall. Joined by special guests Boo Seeka and Memphis LK, as well as a surprise appearance by GRAACE, the producer delivered a celebratory night of…
WEEKLY NEW MUSIC WRAP UP REVIEWS: Maisie Peters, WILLOW, The 1975, Cate, & Daphnie
Maisie Peters – Blonde Going blonde is a power move. It’s a signification of “watch what I’m going to do now”. It’s also an act of confidence building when you need it the most. And Maisie Peters has written an anthem to soundtrack dying your hair blonde, and the violent boot-shaking your ex should do…
INTERVIEW: Lauv
Lauv is an artist who has always been honest through his songwriting and shared his struggles with mental health, and in-turn strived to create a safe space with his listeners for them to turn to. His debut album ‘~how i’m feeling~’ and collective project ‘i met you when i was 18’ were vulnerable bodies of…