Melbourne- based multi-instrumentalist Emily Victoria has released her brand new track ‘Humming Heart’ as well as an immersive and intriguing music video to accompany the song’s debut. Recorded at Soundpark Studios with producer Nao Anzai, synthesisers and production by Lewis Moody, additional vocal production provided by Hamish Patrick, guitars by Anthony Farrugia, Jacob Long on drums and Sam Clarke on bass, ‘Humming Heart’ is a song written about a dream consuming passion. We spoke to Emily Victoria to ask her about the new song, the abstract music video and how she got her start in music.
New Year’s is coming and we can’t wait! NYE in the Park is the only festival taking place in Sydney on NYE and after attending last year’s event, trust us when we say this is one crakka of a party. The line-up for NYE in the Park includes Australian and International artists and bands, many of who have been on tour overseas, and are returning for the Harbour city’s best New Year’s event. MFA caught up with some of the line-ups to ask them about NYE in the Park, what fans can look forward to and who’s set they’re most keen to watch. Next on the list is Internationally acclaimed DJ, Late Nite Tuff Guy.
Perth-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Krumple Krink has released his newest track titled ‘Connected To Disconnection’. Recorded at his home studio in Perth, and produced entirely by himself, Krumple Krink has layered multiple tracks of instrumentation before teaming up with Rob Grant of Poons Head Studios (Tame Impala, POND) who handled the mixing and mastering for the song Krink himself describes as “the sound of a goblin and a robot having a one night stand in the back of the International Space Station”. We spoke to Krumple to ask him about his creative process involving a sock (think RHCP), the challenges of recording at home and the legal loop hole he needs to have a monkey running around on stage.
New Year’s is coming and we can’t wait! NYE in the Park is the only festival taking place in Sydney on NYE and after attending last year’s event, trust us when we say this is one crakka of a party. The line-up for NYE in the Park includes Australian and International artists and bands, many of who have been on tour overseas, and are returning for the Harbour city’s best New Year’s event. MFA caught up with some of the line-ups to ask them about NYE in the Park, what fans can look forward to and who’s set they’re most keen to watch. First up…. grentperez
Festival X is only a couple of weeks away now and we can’t wait! The 2022 edition of Festival X sees a HUGE line-up of chart-topping, award-winning Australian and International artists and bands set to take the stage in 5 cities around the country. MFA caught up with some of the line-up to ask them all about Festival X, what fans can look forward to and who they’re keen to see we caught up with Perth DJ, Sammy the Sinner.
Australian-born international superstar VASSY has done it again, the Darwin native has again teamed up with EDM giants to deliver a track full of relatable lyrics and danceable beats. VASSY’s new track ‘Pieces’ is a collaboration with electronic music legends Disco Fries and Bingo Players and it’s going to set dance floors on fire this summer. We got the opportunity to talk to one of our favourite singers about ‘Pieces’, the multi-national collaboration and what is coming up in 2023 for the singer including more collab’s and more time back home in Australia.
Perth-based alt-folk singer/songwriter Michael Day has released a new single Psych or the Priest. An honest and reflective song about the depression and anxiety most of us have experienced at least once in our lives. Psych or the Priest is accompanied by an equally emotive music video that sees Michael exploring the beautiful surroundings of the Mundaring Hills area of Perth to tell the story of overcoming life’s struggles. We caught up to chat with Michael to ask him about Psych or the Priest, the magic moments making the music video and his hopes to tour Australia’s East Coast soon.
In a town on the Mid North Coast of NSW there is a band that is so good they could be referred to as our secret sleeper. AG47 are heavy, they are fast, they are original, and they have a rapping frontman that you need to see for yourself to believe the energy he delivers while on stage. The band are busy preparing for their Hard Tropics gig happening in Port Macquarie on the 19th of November so while the boys were taking a break we hit them with some questions about the band, the music they’re making and the influences that got them here.
Mi Casa Su Casa returns with its pure electronic music lineup in 2023. The festival will once again take place in Port Macquarie on the NSW Mid North Coast except this year’s event has moved to an even better location, literally 30m from the water with views unmatched for a music festival. This year’s artists include returning acts Nick Reverse and The Ibex Switch as well as some new faces including Barbuto. MFA caught up with the internationally acclaimed Sydney-based DJ to ask him about what he has planned for Mi Casa Su Casa.
Festival X is only weeks away now and we can’t wait! The 2022 edition of Festival X sees a HUGE line-up of chart-topping, award-winning Australian and International artists and bands set to take the stage in 5 cities around the country. MFA caught up with some of the line-up to ask them all about Festival X, what fans can look forward to and who they’re keen to see. First up…local female DJ, Laura King.
The third single from Cymbol’s forthcoming debut album ‘Distractions,’ Burn Like Fire is released today and it’s the first track the producer and artist has released since taking up residence in Australia. We got the chance to ask Cymbol some questions about the new song, the purchasing of music and his decision to relocate to Melbourne.
WHO DIS is the new track out from Gold Coast rapper, Bailey Rodrigues. A combo of house and hip hop, WHO DIS is an instant feel-good jam just in time for summer. Bailey teamed up with producer Matt McGuffie to bring this brand-new track with the new sound to life. We caught up with Bailey and we took the opportunity to ask him about the release of his second single, his idol and inspiration G-Eazy and what he has planned for 2023.
Celebrating all things bittersweet in the world, alt-pop trio PRETTY TALKS have returned with their new single ‘Hurt Me’. Written about a relationship breakdown, ‘Hurt Me’ is an on-point snapshot of the highs and lows of young love; a fact brought visually to life by the track’s accompanying music video. We got the chance to chat with Pretty Talks to ask them about the new material, the band’s history and the direction for the future of their musi
NURIA is the embodiment of what it means to be independent in this era of music, she is strong, intelligent, and talented. To talk to NURIA is refreshing and honest, she is funny and it is obvious she runs her own race and she is ok with that. NURIA has just released the broody indie pop, track ‘Fucking Your Style’, a song about pure empowerment, something most of us need a little help to achieve. We caught up with NURIA to chat about the new track, the challenges faced by Indie’s and the dream of a little acapella number with Vera Blue and Kate Miller Heidke.
Hardware Group is synonymous with music, festival & event culture in Australia. From the famous Hardware ‘Docks’ parties of the 90s, through to the mega festivals such as: Apollo, Two Tribes, Stereosonic and legendary events Welcome 2000 Millennium, Piknic Électronik, Tell No Tales, Belfast, Universe and TransAtlantic and this December sees the start of Hardware’s 30th birthday celebrations kick off with the True Faith Events in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. We spoke to Hardware owner Richie McNeill about the year-long celebrations planned, the changes he’s seen in the industry and what he hopes the future holds for Hardware Group.
Shiralee Coleman has released her latest single in preparation for World Pride and Mardi Gras, a cover of the classic disco house record ‘On A Night Like This’ by Kylie Minogue, with the new evolution of the song titled ‘Night Like This’. Teaming up again with her ‘Desire’ partner Daniel Tonik ‘Night Like This’ debuted at number 2 on the iTunes Dance Chart. We caught up with the always delightful Shiralee toask her about the new song, what she has planned for the launch event at Noir and her long-standing connection to Honey Birdette.
Since 2016, Hillsborough have been peddling their own brand of Alt-country/Blues/Americana at bars and festivals around Queensland but today sees the release of the band’s first full-length album. Phil Usher, the founding member of Hillsborough who has toured internationally with his many musical projects as well as writing music for some of our best-known TV Shows including Gossip Girl, BondiRescue & Underbelly sat down with us to tell us about the new album Comin’ Back For You, his thoughts on the direction of radio and streaming services and the band’s future tour plans.
Mi Casa Su Casa returns with its pure electronic music lineup in 2023. The festival will once again take place beachside in Port Macquarie on the NSW Mid North Coast. This year’s artists include returning acts Nick Reverse and The Ibex Switch as well as some new faces including Ma Tijo. MFA caught up with the Gold Coast based female DJ to ask her about what she has planned for Mi Casa Su Casa.
VANFEST isn’t too far away now and we can’t wait! The 2 day December event will see a new look, at a brand new location, and with a HUGE line-up of chart-topping, award-winning Australian and New Zealand artists and bands. MFA caught up with some of the acts to ask them all about Vanfest, what fans can look forward to and who their keen to see. Next up…the dynamic duo Mashd n Kutcher.
Brisbane-based musical wordsmith 2Fly Ty is preparing for the release of his latest single Dance Floor. The new track is due out on the 17th of October and the rapper with weighty lyrics and flowing style couldn’t be more excited to see how it will be received by both his fans and his Peers. 2Fy Ty gave us the rundown of the origins of Dance Floor, the making of and his favourite lyrics in the song.
