Maroon 5 are a band you can always count on and their fifth studio album “V” sees them continuing to deliver killer tracks. Over the past couple of years they have been experimenting with a more pop/electronica influenced approach. Fans always debate about whether they love the “old” or “new” Maroon 5 more but there’s…
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CLASSIC ALBUM REVIEW: No Doubt – Tragic Kingdom
Released: 10 October 1995 When people ask me what my favourite album of all time is I reply with No Doubt – Tragic Kingdom without any hesitance. “But why” always follows and it’s quite simple, the album production was done incredibly well and each song compliments the other perfectly. Looking back at No Doubts’ career…
SINGLE REVIEW: The Madden Brothers – California Rain
The Madden Brothers – California Rain Joel And Benji Madden’s side project is definitely something to be excited about. While Good Charlotte take a break The Madden Brothers are creating music that’s a bit different to what their fans are used to. Their first single “We Are Done” saw them release a folk rock inspired…
SINGLE REVIEW: Bonnie Anderson – Blackout
Bonnie Anderson – Blackout Australia fell in love with Bonnie Anderson when she was only 12 years old winning the first season of Australia’s Got Talent. Fast forward 7 years and she is back releasing infectious pop songs that won’t leave your head. “Raise The Bar” impressed with its catchy hook and strong vocals and…
SINGLE REVIEW: G.R.L. – Ugly Heart
The creator of The Pussycat Dolls Robin Antin has put together what possibly could be the next big girl group. They have the potential but their promotional singles leading up to their debut album have been disappointing to say the least. “Ugly Heart” is the first official single and it’s a lot better and infectiously…
ALBUM REVIEW: Ed Sheeran – X
In 2011 the world fell in love with Ed Sheeran and ever since they haven’t stopped. His raw and honest way of songwriting makes it easy for people to connect with him and he deliver yet again on his second studio album. “X” see’s Sheeran reinventing himself and building a bigger sound to his acoustic…
LIVE REVIEW: James Blunt – Brisbane Convention And Exhibition Centre
You either love him or you hate him but there’s no denying that James Blunt is talented and an incredible showman. Opening the show with “Face The Sun” he provided the near sell out crowd with a high energy live show that didn’t disappoint. With hilarious and crude banter in between songs he had the…
SINGLE REVIEW: Ed Sheeran- Sing
Ed Sheeran has been very quiet recently with his debut album ‘+’ released in 2011 we haven’t really heard any new music from the singer other than ‘I See Fire’ which was the lead single for ‘The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug’ soundtrack. The wait is over, his second studio album ‘X’ (pronounced Multiply) will…
SINGLE REVIEW: Samantha Jade – UP
Samantha Jade is back with her 3rd single from her upcoming studio album which is slated for release in the upcoming couple of months. ‘Up!’ is an infectious pop track which is a carefree party song that will no doubt be an instant club favourite. The song was produced by Mario Marchetti and has been…
INTERVIEW: Talking Translations with Darren Middleton
Darren Middleton was a guitarist in one of Australia’s most iconic bands, Powderfinger who in 2010 disbanded and completed a massive farewell tour. In November 2013 Darren Middleton released his debut solo album ‘Translations’ which is a very honest collection of material. I recently spoke to Darren about the release of this album and his…
