Big Thief

Review: The Killers show everyone how it’s done on the first day of Boston Calling

Boston Calling kicked off the weekend to a mid-sized crowd on a hot, windy day, which gave me major flashbacks to the Big Day Out and Falls Festivals past. Within the first ten minutes I was sweaty, covered in dirt, and had sneezed about a hundred times. But if you don’t get a little grimy and…

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From Aldous Harding to Middle Kids: 17 artists we’re watching at SXSW 2017

It’s SXSW time again and as Austin gears up for the influx of thousands upon thousands of people from all over the world ready to call the Texan city home until March 19th, we’ve got our sights firmly planted on the global music program that has once again, pulled together hundreds of artists primed for…

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The 2017 American Music Prize finalists include Whitney, Son Little and Margaret Glaspy in its sophomore year

Twelve finalists for the second annual American Music Prize (AMP) for “Best Debut Album” have recently been unveiled. Founded in 2016 by Scott Murphy, the pioneer of the coveted  Australian Music Prize, the AMP’s “Best Debut Album” award aims to celebrate the album format of music delivery, and discover, reward and promote brand new artists. Last year’s inaugural AMP “Best Debut Album” award was…

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Big Thief announce Australian tour dates for February and March

Brooklyn-based band Big Thief are heading out this summer on their world tour, after the success of their studio album, Masterpiece, with Australia falling into the schedule early next year. The Australian tour kicks off on February 22nd at the Perth International Arts Festival, while they’re also set to appear alongside Warpaint as part of the…

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Album News Weekly: 1st July 2016

In this issue: Only a handful of new releases this week! From some old schoolers, Blink 182, to newcomers Big Thief. Get listening! BLINK 182 Punk legends Blink 182 have released their new album California, debuting new guitarist Matt Skiba. Available now, get on it! BIG THIEF  Big Thief have released their debut album, Masterpiece, via Spunk Records. Available…

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