Lollapalooza Day One: CHVRCHES, Travis Scott, Khalid, Arctic Monkeys & all the highlights from Grant Park, Chicago Exclusive Single Premiere: Sometime Sonny "Have a Heart" (2018) Photo Gallery: SCOUTED - Discovering our new favourite Adelaide bands and our 10th Birthday! Splendour Interview: Matt Caughthran of The Bronx (USA) talks Trump and a return to Australia in October Live Review: Gary Lightbody flooded with fan-mail at Snow Patrol's first Sydney show in yearsChris Singh, August 6, 2018"Someone passed me a note so damn right I'm going to read it, and if anyone else wants to pass me a note then I'll read that fucking note too", shouted Snow Patrol's affable frontm...Photo Gallery: Lollapalooza Day 3 ft Vampire Weekend, Tash Sultana, St. Vincent, Catfish and the Bottlemen, and many moreTaylor Mithelman, August 5, 2018All the action from Day Three of Lollapalooza in Chicago featuring Vampire Weekend, Tash Sultana, St. Vincent, Catfish and the Bottlemen, Amy Shark, Yungblud, Vera Blue, Grace Webe...Photo Gallery: Snow Patrol + Husky - ICC Theatre, Sydney (04.08.18)Gwendolyn Lee, August 5, 2018Snow Patrol returned to Sydney last night, playing the ICC with Husky in support. Gwendolyn Lee was there to capture all the action. Lollapalooza Day Three: Aussies Tash Sultana, Amy Shark & Vera Blue shine alongside Vampire Weekend and The Weeknd in ChicagoNathan McVay, August 5, 2018On Saturday Lollapalooza forced its festival goers to make their toughest decision yet. It was a choice between two very different type of Weekends or one of the biggest DJs in the...5 reasons why you need to experience Taylor Swift’s Reputation tour at least once in your lifeAnthony Smith, August 5, 2018We got the chance to experience Taylor Swift in Toronto this weekend, and in anticipation of her imminent tour of Australia, we’re counting down the 5 reasons its a show not to b...Photo Gallery: Taylor Swift + Charli XCX + Camila Cabello - Rogers Centre, Toronto (03.08.18)Anthony Smith, August 4, 2018Toronto was home to the incredible stadium Taylor Swift’s Reputation tour featuring Charli XCX and Camila Cabello last night, and ahead of her October/November tour in Australia... Lollapalooza Day Two: Post Malone, Bruno Mars, The National, Brockhampton and more highlight Friday's bestNathan McVay, August 4, 2018The second day of Lollapalooza was jam packed with much variety and some of the hottest names in music today. The three headliners couldn’t have provided more variety and some...Lollapalooza Day One: CHVRCHES, Travis Scott, Khalid, Arctic Monkeys & all the highlights from Grant Park, ChicagoNathan McVay, August 3, 2018The 2018 edition of Lollapalooza kicked off Thursday in Chicago’s Grant Park with a jam packed lineup of today’s current pop sensations. Lollapalooza this year seems geared ...PNAU, Baker Boy, Alex Lahey among winners at the 2018 AIR AwardsAdministrator, July 27, 2018The 2018 AIR Awards took place in Adelaide overnight, with Australian industry gathering at the historic Queen's Theatre in the city to celebrate independent music, labels and cre...Did Festival of the Sun just drop its best lineup ever?Larry Heath, July 26, 2018The 15th Festival of the Sun in Port Macquarie, NSW, just set the bar massively high for the Summer season as they dropped a huge lineup for their circus themed "Roll Up Edition"....BIGSOUND adds Didirri, HANDSOME, No Mono, Hollow Coves and 60 other new acts; unveils official venues & parties for 2018 eventLarry Heath, July 25, 201875 acts were already announced to play the mammoth new music event BIGSOUND in Brisbane this September - and today we have another 64 to add to the bill; plus the festival is givin...The AU's 10th Birthday Party & Cats Scouted Afterparty in Adelaide reveals lineupLarry Heath, July 25, 2018This Friday, the AU review is kicking off its 10th Birthday Celebrations in Adelaide by taking over the Rocket Bar & Rooftop; first with a run of performances as part of SCOUTE... Exclusive Single Premiere: Sometime Sonny "Have a Heart" (2018)Administrator, August 1, 2018Brissy has long been home to talented songwriters and this week, Sometime Sonny proves once again that belongs in this tight crop of musicians producing some great music out of th...Single of the Day: Alex the Astronaut "Waste of Time" (2018)Larry Heath, July 20, 2018Not far from hitting the stage at Spin Off Festival in Adelaide today or Splendour in the Grass tomorrow, Sydney's Alex the Astronaut snuck out a long awaited new song on triple j...Music Video of the Day: Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever "Time in Common" (2018)Larry Heath, July 19, 2018There is something particularly surprising about the success of Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever. On face value, the music shouldn’t be particularly interesting nor as successful ...Music Video of the Day: Harley Mavis "No Chance" (2018)Larry Heath, July 18, 2018Sydney's Harley Mavis has just dropped an outstanding debut single "No Chance", and its paint drenched accompanying music video is a stunner in its own right. https://www.youtub...Single of the Day: Emma Louise "Mexico" (2018)Larry Heath, July 17, 2018Emma Louise surprised fans last month when she unveiled the first track off her new project Lilac Everything, which sees the acclaimed Australian Singer/Songwriter take on somethin... Splendour Interview: Woodes (Australia) talks Nils Frahm, Sigur Ros and evolving the vision of her live show for "Change My Mind"Larry Heath, August 2, 2018In our final interview from Splendour in the Grass 2018, we sit down with acclaimed Townsville artist Woodes, who is just about to hit the road on a tour in support of her latest s...Splendour Interview: Tim and Sam of Cub Sport (Australia) on coming-of-age with BATS and getting married without a wedding bandLarry Heath, July 31, 2018I've known Cub Sport for a long time now. The beauty of running this website has been getting to know bands from their earliest incarnation - in respect of this band, that was "Cub...Splendour Interview: Matt Caughthran of The Bronx (USA) talks Trump and a return to Australia in OctoberLarry Heath, July 30, 2018One of the groups to make an exclusive appearance at Splendour in the Grass over the weekend were The Bronx, who hit the main stage in support of their latest album, BRVNX (or The ...Splendour Interview: Soccer Mommy (USA) on her Australian live debut and not writing with othersLarry Heath, July 26, 2018Soccer Mommy, the project of Sophie Allison, has had one hell of a year. From being relatively unknown as the calendar year kicked off, to releasing her debut LP Clean to critical ...Splendour Interview: Lewis Capaldi (Scotland) on developing as a songwriter, and the master of hilarious banter amidst sad songs, Scott HutchinsonLarry Heath, July 25, 2018While backstage at Splendour over the weekend, we sat down with Scottish singer/songwriter Lewis Capaldi, who describes himself as "a chubby guy who sings sad songs" (in fact it's ... Review & Photos: Tank and the Bangas shine at their Lollapalooza Aftershow - Thalia Hall, ChicagoNathan McVay, August 4, 2018Lollapalooza aftershows can be tough tasks. Spending 10 hours in the hot sun if Grant Park can be exhausting and quite taxing. So then to turn around go across town and strap in fo...Live Review: Majid Jordan's slinky retro R&B proves a massive hit at Metro TheatreChris Singh, July 27, 2018Drake's "Hold On We're Going Home" remains the megastar's finest pop moment to date, which is saying a lot considering the quality of chart-toppers like "Take Care" and "One Dance"...Live Review: CHVRCHES + Mansionair - Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne (23.07.18)Xanthea O'Connor, July 24, 2018“Our gear didn’t get here until 8:30 tonight,” Lauren Mayberry – member of Scottish synth-pop band Chvrches – said during their Splendour sideshow in Melbourne this Monda...Splendour in the Grass comes to an end for 2018 as Kung Fu Kenny unleashes DAMN. onto 30k puntersLarry Heath, July 23, 2018Another Splendour has come and gone, with the vast majority of punters descending into the Amphitheatre for the four closing sets of PNAU, MGMT, The Wombats and Kendrick Lamar. You...The 7 best moments from day two of Splendour belong to the Aussies: Gang of Youths, Amy Shark and moreJohn Goodridge, July 22, 2018Vampire Weekend may have been the headliners of night two, playing their first festival in four years and their first Australian show in five, but it was a day that belonged to the...From Lorde’s wardrobe malfunction to The Wiggles: The 7 Best Moments from day one at Splendour in the Grass 2018John Goodridge, July 21, 2018The first day of Splendour 2018 in Byron Bay delivered plenty of highlights - here, we count down just seven of the best moments... 7. DMA’s ask the crowd if they believe...... Photo Gallery: Lollapalooza Day 2 ft. Post Malone, The National, Bruno Mars, Tyler the Creator and moreTaylor Mithelman, August 4, 2018Taylor Mithelman takes us to day two of Lollapalooza 2018 in Chicago, with these photos featuring Brockhampton, Post Malone, The National, Bruno Mars, Tyler the Creator, Bebe Rexha...Photo Gallery: Lollapalooza Day One ft. Arctic Monkeys & CHVRCHES - Grant Park, Chicago (02.08.18)Taylor Mithelman, August 3, 2018A look back at some of the action from the first day of Lollapalooza in Chicago, with photos of Arctic Monkeys, Stars, Gashi, All Time Low, Larkin Poe, London On Da Track plus The ...Photo Gallery: SCOUTED - Discovering our new favourite Adelaide bands and our 10th Birthday!John Goodridge, July 31, 2018On Friday night in Adelaide, 16 bands took over 4 venues - including the AU review stage at Rocket Bar, where we celebrated our 10th birthday! John Goodridge was our roving photogr...Photo Gallery: All the action from the AIR Awards 2018 at Old Queen’s Theatre in AdelaideJohn Goodridge, July 30, 2018Take a look back at all the action from the 2018 AIR Awards, which took place last week at the Old Queen's Theatre in Adelaide. Photos by John Goodridge. The AIR Awards took... The importance of events like Indie-Con Australia in today's music climateSosefina Fuamoli, August 1, 2018Last Thursday and Friday, Adelaide hosted members of the local and national music industry for the Indie-Con Australia conference; two days of panels and forum discussions on mat...Forget the Headliners: 6 Splendour Acts You Can't Miss before 6PMLarry Heath, July 18, 2018Splendour in the Grass is back again for another year this week, returning to North Byron Parklands from the 20th-22nd of July. If you're heading out to Splendour for the first tim...Exclusive: Alexander Biggs takes us behind-the-scenes of his first ever overseas tourLarry Heath, July 18, 2018I was lucky enough to catch up with Alexander Biggs while I was at The Great Escape in Brighton (UK) earlier this year, as we spoke about the Melbourne singer/songwriter embarking ...Playlist: Halcyon Drive share a list of their Most Listened to tunes ahead of August tour!Sosefina Fuamoli, July 12, 2018Melbourne's Halcyon Drive have earned themselves a solid reputation as a killer live act across the country over the last few years; the trio have definitely earned their stripes ... Win a double pass to Scouted in Adelaide and the 10th Anniversary AU Review celebrationsLarry Heath, July 19, 2018The AU Review is turning 10, and to kick off several months of celebrations around the country, next Friday we'll be taking over Rocket Bar as part of Indie-Con's SCOUTED event in ...Win a double pass to see The Bamboos on their upcoming Night Time People tour!Sabina Rysnik, July 11, 2018Melbourne’s funk and soul powerhouse The Bamboos recently released their new album Night Time People. In celebration, the nine-piece are set to embark on a headline tour througho...Win a double pass to see Jeremy Loops in Adelaide!Sosefina Fuamoli, May 22, 2018With his acclaimed new album Critical As Water, Jeremy Loops has continued to make his presence felt on the wider indie-folk and roots scene. His Australian tour kicks of in Pert... And the rest… Photo Gallery: The Wombats + Elderbrook – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (24.07.18)Gwendolyn Lee, July 27, 2018The Wombats and Elderbrook took to the stage earlier this week for an epic Sydney Splendour in the Grass sideshow. Gwendolyn Lee was there and brings us these photos from the nigh...Splendour Interview: James Bay (UK) on Buddy Guy, Abbey Road and finding the space to writeLarry Heath, July 25, 2018It's been a while between visits for acclaimed British singer/songwriter James Bay, but this week he's been touring the country off the back of his second full length Electric Ligh...Splendour Interview: G-Flip (Australia) reflects on working with Sounds Australia to debut her live show & "the best months of my entire life"Larry Heath, July 24, 2018Few artists, be they Australian or otherwise, have ever had quite a whirlwind and eventful five months as Melbourne's G-Flip, who burst onto the scene with "About You", just a few ...Splendour Interview: YUNGBLUD (UK) almost missed his festival set & already has another album up his sleeveLarry Heath, July 24, 2018One of the most exciting international talents making their Australian festival debut at Splendour in the Grass over the weekend was UK rising star YUNGBLUD. His unique blend of pu...Festival Photos: Splendour in the Grass (Day Three) - North Byron Parklands (22.07.18)John Goodridge, July 23, 2018The third and final day and night of this year's Splendour in the Grass may have seen the arrival of Kendrick Lamar to the Byron stage, but make no mistake, the highlights were li...Festival Photos: Splendour in the Grass (Day Two) - North Byron Parklands (21.07.18)John Goodridge, July 23, 2018Saturday at Splendour saw Australian talent shine with Gang of Youths, Ocean Alley and Methyl Ethel putting on stomper sets, while the international visitors also turned out to ... Festival Photos: Splendour in the Grass (Day One) - North Byron Parklands (20.07.18)John Goodridge, July 23, 2018The first day and night of Splendour in the Grass set the bar impressively high, with the likes of Miguel, Khalid, Angus and Julia Stone, Henry Rollins and more all performing ...Gang of Youths frontman David Le'aupepe auctions off Go Farther in Lightness guitar for charity RAICESLarry Heath, July 19, 2018Sydney outfit Gang of Youths have been busy touring the world this year, though fans will be surely looking forward to singing along to all their hits off their acclaimed, ARIA win...Interview: Partner (Canada) on touring the world, their goal "to not be compared to Weezer anymore" and flute solosLarry Heath, July 18, 2018One of the most exciting Canadian outfits right now goes by the name of Partner. Led by Lucy Niles and Josée Caron, the Ontario group recently were short listed for the prestigiou...Troye Sivan has collaborated with Jonsi & Leland for new Australian led movie; get your first taste hereLarry Heath, July 18, 2018Musically, Aussie pop artist Troye Sivan keeps going from strength to strength, and will soon be releasing his anticipated second record Bloom. But the singer who once appeared as ...Wu-Tang Clan will play two very special shows at the Sydney Opera House in DecemberChris Singh, July 17, 2018Up from the 36 chambers the legendary Wu-Tang Clan have announced a triumphant return to Australia with two exclusive, very special shows celebrating the 25th anniversary of their ...Photo Gallery: Bello Winter Music Festival wraps up with Caiti Baker, William Crighton and more (15.07.18)Bruce Baker, July 17, 2018The fourth annual Bello Winter Music Festival wrapped up on Sunday with another jam-packed day in Bellingen, NSW. Helping close out the event were the lines of William Crighton, Ca... Photo Gallery: Day Two of Bello Winter Music 2018 feat. Lillie Mae, Thando, Fraser A. Gorman, Masco Sound System and more (14.07.18)Bruce Baker, July 16, 2018Saturday brought with it the first full day of entertainment in Bellingen, at the fourth annual Bello Winter Music Festival. The day was also completely sold out, seeing artists li...Single of the Day: Slothrust - "Double Down" (2018)Larry Heath, July 16, 2018I've been really getting into Boston trio Slothrust lately; their music brings up easy comparisons to acts like The Breeders, The Kills and Sleigh Bells - that sort of fun garage ...Photo Gallery: Day One of Bello Winter Music 2018 feat. Z-Star, Jack Carty, Maddy Jane, China Beach and more (13.07.18)Bruce Baker, July 15, 2018Friday night in Bellingen, NSW, saw Z-Star Trinity, Perch Creek, Maddy Jane, Jack Carty, China Beach, Hannah Cameron and more hit the stage for the opening day of Bello Winter Musi...Interview: Argus and The Liar's Joseph Duigan checks in ahead of Scouted in AdelaideSosefina Fuamoli, July 13, 2018 With only a few weeks to go, the Adelaide music community is gearing up for a night of live music unlike any other, with the Scouted music showcase series taking ove...Festival Photos: Bello Winter Music Festival - Gala Night (12.07.18)Bruce Baker, July 13, 2018The Bello Winter Music Festival is off and running for another year, with the annual Gala Night ensuring that proceedings went off without a hitch. Featuring performances from the...Exclusive Album Premiere: Porpoise Spit - GOD YEAH! (2018 EP)Sosefina Fuamoli, July 13, 2018Melbourne's Porpoise Spit have finally arrived at the point many of their fans have been waiting for - EP release day! The band's debut effort comes in the form of the enthusiasti...
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