Triple Threat Presley Davis Jr
Australian-based multi-genre artist Presley Davis Jr has done something most musicians will never do…he released three singles on the same day…again. Heart of My Heart, Showdown and Convincing Me, all serve as another teaser of what’s to come when Presley releases three albums simultaneously, Roadside Magnolia, Torana Americana and Birdlife, which are all due out on the 23rd of July. Before the massive release day, we caught up with Presley to chat about the Elececta Trifecta and how this switched-on artist is beating Spotify at their own game.
Primitive opens the WarChest
Aussie Hip Hop artist Primitive has just released his new track ‘Slow’, which comes directly from the lyric beast’s new album WarChest. We caught up with Primitive to chat about the new music, what inspired his musical path and what fans can look forward to coming from the man with the bullet-fast rhymes.
Rare Words delivers the ANTIDOTE
Brisbane alternative rock group Rare Words has unveiled their brand new song ‘Antidote’. A song written, recorded by the quartet and produced by the band and Ocean Grove’s Sam Bassal on mixing duties. We caught up with the group’s lead singer Joel to chat about ‘Antidote’, making music videos and their very first live show at the ‘The Lab’.
25 Years of Candyass- Orgy
Following on from sell out dates across the US, Orgy and fellow patriots Cold are gearing themselves for three massive back to back shows this October. The Orgy + Cold Australian Tour kicks off at Melbourne’s Max Watts on October 25th, The Metro Theatre, Sydney October 26th and rounding off at The Triffid, Brisbane October 27th. Now celebrating 25 years since the release of debut album Candyass, we caught up with Jay Gordon from Orgy to discuss the renowned Family Values Tour , the cause and affect of Napster and the evolution of Orgy since conception.
Gavin Mac will Make You Feel
Sydney-based alt-country artist Gavin Mac has delivered his brand new song titled ‘Sideswiped’. The new track is the artist's first music release of 2024 and follows up last year's trio of singles, ‘Bushfire’, ‘Live Your Life’ and ‘Getaway’. All four tracks give fans a healthy sneak peek of what is to come from Mac’s debut album, ‘Make You Feel’ which is set for release on the 5th of September this year. We caught up with Gavin to ask him about his Sony signing, the story behind ‘Sideswiped’ and the forthcoming album.
Milestone reached for Kingswood
Australian Rock band Kingswood are hitting the road to celebrate the tenth anniversary of their album MICRO WARS. The ARIA Award-nominated MICRO WARS album will be showcased around the country for fans to enjoy all over again this August, but before the much-loved band start packing, we caught up with lead singer Fergus Linacre to discover his memories of making the album, the up-coming tour and how the band are planning to celebrate the magic milestone.
Look To The Stars with The Dreggs
Sunshine Coast duo The Dreggs have released their debut album ‘Caught In A Reverie’. The highly anticipated album is a celebration of dreamy melodics and lush instrumentals, which fans can experience live when the pair kick off an album tour later this month. Before the Duo hit the road they made time to catch up with MKA to chat about the new album, the upcoming tour and how their very first show panned out.
Starting over with Charlotte Sands
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Charlotte Sands kicks off her very first Australian Tour this Friday. The world tour is a chance for Charlotte to showcase her new album ‘Can We Start Over?’’ for audiences in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. We caught up with the amazingly talented Charlotte Sands to ask her about the new album, the challenges involved in being a fully independent artist and what fans can expect attending her live shows.
Wolf & Chain are Not Giving Up
Adelaide emo alt-rock outfit Wolf & Chain have released their new single ‘Not Giving Up’. This is the band’s first new music for 2024 and after speaking to the group’s Singer-Songwriter Jack Cumes, we have a feeling it’s just the warm-up of what is to come from the Australian 5-piece. In the rest of our chat with Jack, we asked him about the making of ‘Not Giving Up’, the best and worst parts about touring and what can fans to look forward to in the future from Wolf & Chain.
Greg Gould is giving survivors a voice
Australian Greg Gould has released his powerful and important new song ‘Who Gave You Permission?’. The new song tackles the tricky subject matter of sexual abuse and along with its accompanying strong yet confronting music video serves as an anthem for survivors. We caught up with the former Australia’s Got Talent runner-up to ask him about ‘Who Gave You Permission?’, the challenges of bringing this dark chapter into the light and what’s next for this talented Aussie singer-songwriter.
Donovan Woods will be Living Well in Australia
Canadian artist Donovan Woods is preparing for a big few months with a new album and his first tour downunder all rapidly approaching. Donovan has announced he is heading down under for the first time this June to play 7 shows across the country where fans may be lucky enough to get a preview of Donovan’s seventh studio album ‘Things Were Never Good If They’re Not Good Now’, which is due out on the 12th of July via End Times Music. We were lucky enough to be able to ask Donovan a few questions about the tour, what fans can expect at his live shows and what he wants to see while he is in Australia.
Australia's Harts is back!!
Australian musician and songwriter Harts has released his new track ‘Summer In June’. Created in his home studio, ‘Summer In June’ was written, produced, mixed and mastered entirely by Harts and is the artist’s first release for 2024 under the Harts moniker. We caught up with the Aussie "A one-man music-making machine" to chat about the new song and what the future holds for Harts.
The golden girl…Charlie Lane
Melbourne singer-songwriter Charlie Lane has unveiled her new single titled ‘Gold Drips’. The new track combines layers of indie pop and rock edges along with Lane’s trademark reflective lyricism and also comes with its own gold-themed music video. We caught up with Charlie to ask her about ‘Gold Drips’, her songwriting process and when we can expect her 3rd album released.
Franky’s bringing the SHÈN
After a very long four years, Electric Gardens returns next week with shows in Sydney, Melbourne and two shows in Perth. With the Electric Gardens roster boasting a who’s who in Electronic Music these events will be an experience like no other for Australian EDM fans. We caught up with the mighty Franky Wah to to talk all things Electric Gardens, including what fans can look forward to and who’s set he wants to see.
Only Bangers with Hot Dub Time Machine
Sydney’s Hot Dub Time Machine has announced he is heading around the country over the next few months with his 100% Bangers Tour. The tour will see the DJ extraordinaire play a mix of multi-genre monster hits from 1962 to 2024, making for a show of epic proportions. We caught up with HDTM to ask him how he selects the setlist, his pick of music-defining songs and what surprises he has in store for the people attending 100% Bangers.
KLP creates a Symphony
Australian radio host, producer, and vocalist, KLP has released her new single ‘Symphony’. The new track comes directly from KLP’s highly anticipated EP which is due for release in June. In further support of the new music, KLP has also announced the dates for her tour which will see KLP travel around the country this Autumn. We caught up with KLP to ask her about ‘Symphony’, the tour and her attendance at the APRA Song Hubs writing camp in Amsterdam.
AKA Lui's new direction
Byron Bay-based creative AKA Lui has released his brand new track titled ‘Lighthouse’. The track sees the indie-dance artist team up with Caleb Miller-Harris in Nashville, along with Nathan Hawes (KESMAR/LAZYWAX) and Eden Yeigh to produce a tack that explores new territory with the inclusion of live drum beats fuzzy guitars and nostalgic sampling. We caught up AKA Lui to ask him about ‘Lighthouse’, his new direction and who has influenced his musical identity.
BASICS 2 BASSES with Tom Thum
Our very own Tom Thum’s unique approach to performance is world-renowned and now the sonic phenomenon is about to start another new chapter in his career, with the announcement of his official BASICS 2 BASSES beatboxing masterclass. With no other instruments needed, the BASICS 2 BASSES masterclass is an inspiring and engaging digital resource that Tom has created to pass on the skills to future beatboxers around the world. We had the privilege to catch up with Tom to ask him about his craft, what inspired him to create the masterclass and the challenges of making a beatboxing course for an online market.
He's GOODTHANKYOU
GOODTHANKYOU, the solo project from Melbourne band The Stiffys’ frontman Jason John Leigh, has released his brand new song ‘Pray At Your Alter’. The new single comes from GOODTHANKYOU’s debut album ‘THE KENNARDS SESSIONS’, which was recorded in a sweaty solo effort in a storage bay in Sydney. We caught up with the very funny GOODTHANKYOU to ask him about his ode to women, the new direction he’s taking and how he dines the genre ‘storage container music’.
Indigo Starlight are set to reach new altitudes
Australian duo Indigo Starlight have burst on to the Electronic Music scene with the release of their debut song ‘Can You Hear Me’. The track has been recorded and released via MaRLo’s Reaching ALTITUDE record label and comprises luscious vocals and emotive breakdowns, slamming kicks and banging basslines, making this track one you’re sure to hear in clubs around the country. We caught up with the ladies to chat about the conception of Indigo Starlight, ‘Can You Hear Me’, and find out how they made that career-changing connection with Reaching Altitude