Kicking off Splendour in the Grass this year is a pre-party not likely to disappoint. On Thursday the 24th of July, the night before the huge Byron Bay festival officially commences, Secret Sounds are hosting a hell of a warm up gig for those punters who just can’t wait the extra day. Appearing at The […]
BIGSOUND, the annual Brisbane music conference, features quality industry speakers from around the country and is known for exhibiting some of the best emerging Aussie acts before they get big. The likes of Flume, Ball Park Music, Violent Soho and many others, have all graced BIGSOUND stages in the past on their way to mainstream success. […]
By Cameron Nicholls Teenage Irish rock band The Strypes sound as if they are from a different era. Recalling the 1960’s and 1970’s blues and rock boom, the four-piece band are making waves around the world – receiving praise from the likes of Elton John, and even appearing on the David Letterman show. I spoke […]
Words by Cameron Nicholls The fantastically outspoken Lily Allen is finally on her way to Australia after a five-year hiatus from music. Her new album Sheezus has already topped the UK charts, and for good reason. Brutal opinions encased in beautifully sweet vocals are what has made Allen famous, and Sheezus is no exception. Marriage […]
UK neo-grunge three-piece Darlia haven’t been around for long (less than a year!) but they’ve already been making huge waves in the UK – and they’re getting ready for a world takeover, starting with a trip down under for Splendour In The Grass. We caught up with frontman Nathan Day about how the band came […]
This was my first foray into the world of Aunty Meredith’s festivals, and it’s safe to say it will not be my last. I can completely understand why this is an annual pilgrimage for many. The people, the land, the downright quirkiness of it all made for a near-perfect weekend of music, sunshine and all-around […]
Future Music (FMF) can either be a 10 hour joyride or 10 hour nightmare. This all depends on how many drugs you take, how much booze you consume, how little clothes you wear, how many mates are with you and how much you like other people’s sweaty sweaty bodies. Unfortunately I had no drugs, no […]
Summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean the party has to end. What better way to spend a sunny Sunday than enjoying some phenomenal home grown music and mouth-watering food (and drinks) in Sydney’s beautiful Centennial Park? Let me introduce you to Lost Picnic, Sydney’s newest boutique cultural event. All of your senses will […]
If you have no plans, mediocre plans, or even good plans this weekend, ditch them. There is a festival THIS Saturday at Mt Penang Gardens (1.5hrs from Sydney) and it is gorgeous. The summery garden complete with waterfalls will host a range of bands, including Ball Park Music, Cosmo’s Midnight, The Holidays, Jinja Safari, Snakadaktal, […]
Raindrops and London Grammar and whiskey and dumplings, cinnamon-scented portaloos and 4 am campsite sing-alongs…. These are a few of my favourite things (from Falls Festival) Falls Festival is a wonderful way to bring in the new year. The vibe is fantastic, the crowd is diverse, relaxed, and here to party . This year, one […]