Borneo-born, Meanjin/Brisbane-based artist, producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ LÂLKA has released the glossy but "hyperintense" Romance + Rebellion, the title track from her forthcoming mixtape. The mixtape will be released independently on Friday the 2nd of June, launching with an accessibility-minded hometown show on the 18th of next month. We got the opportunity to talk to LALKA and ask her about Romance + Rebellion, her upcoming launch and the many labels she carries proudly.
Read MoreSiobhan Cotchin has returned with a fierce and empowered new single ‘If God Is A Man’. This latest single tells of her opposition to the discrimination and hatred she has witnessed across the globe. ‘If God Is A Man’ comes from Siobhan’s sophomore EP ‘Miss Reckless’, which also features previously released singles ‘How Does It Feel’ & ‘When The Curtains Close’. Siobhan took a break in her hectic touring schedule to chat to us about the new track, touring with Kingswood and that time she met Phoebe Bridgers at the Laneway Festival.
Read MoreA brand new place to go on a Saturday night is opening in Melbourne. Your new home of House, Disco and Classics, The Boogie Bar located Chapel Street launches on the 6th of May with 2 levels, free entry, happy hour from 8pm-10pm and even an open-fire cocktail bar. Perfect for those winter Saturday nights in Melbourne. We caught up with The Boogie Bar’s owner Mark James to ask him about the new venture and what people can expect when heading to the new place to be.
Read MoreAUS VRS VIBES is a new concept for live music performance in Australia, with two acts on one stage. In this original presentation, bands will play song for song as opposed to the traditional “battle” model, there is no competition, this is more of a showcase of talent, a comradery of musicians banding together to just play music. We caught up with some of the artists to ask them about this special concept and what fans can expect.
Read MoreSydney quintet, Tiger have just released the band’s self-titled debut Ep, which includes all the previously released Tiger singles including ‘Innocent Look’, ‘Style At Night’, their latest track ‘Incredible’ and a few brand new tracks. We wanted to know more about the “Neon Rock” group so we caught up with lead singer and songwriter Silvas to ask him about the history of Tiger, the “Neon Rock” genre label and of course the new EP.
Read MoreThe 2023 edition of the long running The Gum Ball Festival kicks off this weekend at Lower Belford, NSW at the home of great Australian indie family-friendly festivals Dashville. LES POETES POP will take to the stage straight after the Welcome to Country at 4pm so as the band makes the last of the preparations for their The Gum Ball debut, we chucked a few questions at the band’s Gary Seeger and asked him about all things Gum Ball and who he’s excited to see from the extensive local and international lineup.
Read MoreDutch superstar DJ, Ferry Corsten has landed in Australia for his up and coming performance at Ultra Australia this Saturday and he is so glad to be back in the country especially on behalf of the international touring brand Ultra. While he is here he is slatted to play a string of headlining sideshows including Elysium’s Roof Top Party on Sunday in Sydney. We had the absolute pleasure to be able to ask the trance master about Ultra, his views on a changing industry and of course when we can expect a new Ferry Corsten album.
Read MoreThe countdown is on now for Ultra Australia happening in Melbourne this weekend. This 3 stage, one-date-only event is a not to be missed event. Joining internationals like Hardwell & Darren Styles will be Stanton Island heavyweight DJ, ACRAZE and we caught up with him to ask about Ultra, Australia and what attendees can expect.
Read MoreInternational photographer, Scarlet Page is heading to Sydney in May for her debut exhibition in Australia. Scarlet who grew up around the music industry, has gone on to photograph some of the world’s most recognised artists. Scarlet’s ‘Captures’ exhibition which will be on display at Behind The Gallery in Darlinghurst, NSW is going to have an Aussie focus and will include some of her favourite shots as well as pictures have never been published. Before Scarlet heads down under we were privileged to be able to ask her some questions about the ‘Captures’ Exhibition, her ‘Resonators’ Exhibition which focused on game-changing Guitarists and who she still has on her wish list to photograph.
Read MoreNicholas Brown has released his debut single titled ‘Up And Coming’, a playful, soulful and buoyant track, that is accompanied today by a music video, filled with psychedelic flourishes and Bollywood disco nods. Nicholas Brown’s new song also coincides with his exciting lead role in the new ABC musical four-part TV series In Our Blood, which premiered on Sunday, 19th of March. We got the chance to chat to Nicholas were we asked him about the new ‘Up and Coming’, the mini series and the advantages of attending entertainment based educational facilities.
Read MoreMelbourne indie quintet Great ~ Falls have just released their gorgeous debut EP, Negatives Into Positives and it’s a record that demonstrates the strengths of the band’s individual & intelligent dynamic, We caught up with vocalist, Lillian Albazi to ask her about the new single Aprils Child , what the writing process involves for the band and how they label themselves in the world of categorization.
Read MoreGold Coast rockers Chavez Cartel have released their brand new single ’Dead Weekend’ which serves as a teaser for their soon to be unleashed EP. The new EP is due out before the band embark on their first overseas tour where Chavez Cartel will be playing venues in the UK, but before the drop or the jet setting we caught up with Chavez Cartel’s Tom to ask him about ‘Dead Weekend’, its accompanying video and the history of the band.
Read MoreNot only is Darude kicking off 2023 with the new music single ‘Vibing Out’ but the Finnish music legend is also debuting his latest creative project with the launch of his audio and visual record label Vibing Out. Born of Darude’s weekly #VibingOut live-stream party hosted on Twitch. We caught up with Darude to ask him about ‘Vibing Out’, his long spanding musical career and his love of skateboarding in his downtime.
Read More30 years after Frente burst onto the Australian music scene, the Melbourne indie-pop icons are hitting the road to celebrate the anniversary of their iconic debut record, Marvin The Album. We caught up with Simon & Angie from Frente to ask them about the special milestone, that famous street and to get thoughts on how the scene has changed in the last tree decades.
Read MoreStoryland is a brand new festival set to take place on the picturesque Park Beach Reserve in Coffs Harbour on the 20th of May and is being promoted as the festival to go to if you want to “immerse yourself in your love of movies, music, food, and partying”. MFA caught up with Festival Director Dave Horsley to ask him about the creation of Storyland, what punters can look forward to and what it takes to bring a new festival to life.
Read MoreBrisbane alt-prog rockers inovo have released their brand new immersive single titled ’Swim Alone’. The song blends groove with moody textures and also is also accompanied by a visual feast that sucks you deeper into the band’s sonic universe. inovo will officially launch ‘Swim Alone’ on Friday the 31st of March at BackDock Arts in Brisbane but before then we caught up with the band to ask them about the new track, the metal scene in Brissy and what fans can expect release wise for the rest of the year.
Read MoreAfter the success of their previous singles ‘Burning Holes’ & ‘Good Whiskey’, Kingswood have released their latest song ‘Home’, the fourth track from their newly released album of the same name. ‘Home’ is an Alt-country-rock tinged ode to love, adventure and romance that once was which Kingswood fans are going to lap up'. While the band are in the midst of a huge 120+ date tour, Kingswood kindly took a break to chat to us about the new album, that MASSIVE tour and that time they played with Aerosmith.
Read MoreANGUS MCCOLL has released his latest track, ‘DEAD’, a sonically dreamy, indie - electro soundscape your going to adore. The accompanying video for DEAD, directed by Jordy Simpson is a dark, cinematic masterpiece that the self taught musician is super proud of and he’s so happy to finally share it with the world. MFA asked Angus about the creation of DEAD, how he got his start in music and his dream to team up with A-Girl or 070 Shake for a hybrid collab.
Read MoreAfter 10 years together as a band, 12 national tours and 3 international shows, Bad Pony have released their long awaited debut album, ‘Forever Up & Coming’. An album that has been 3 years in the making and the band couldnt be happier to finally have it out in the world and not saved on “on a private Soundcloud playlist”. We caught up with Bad Pony’s Jarred to ask him about the new album, Radio vs Streaming and the live shows they have coming up at the end of the month.
Read MoreRising queer indie-pop artist Hallie (they/she) has dropped their newest single ‘Shift The Focus’, the song showcasing Hallie's innate pop instincts yet again and leaves the listener wanting more. ‘Shift The Focus’ comes from Hallie’s debut EP ‘This Is Love’ which has also just recently been released. While Hallie catches her breath after a busy few weeks, we took the opportunity to talk ask Hallie about the new music, touring with Teenage Dad in March and equality & acceptance in Australia.
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