I was with a couple of friends at the iconic Republic Hotel in Hobart who had never seen Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds live before. I felt a certain level of envy about what they were about to witness for the first time. I recalled the first time I saw the band around ten years ago – it was a spontaneous decision at midnight during a white hot Sydney summer and ended up being, to this day, one of the best gigs I had ever witnessed. I didn’t know what to expect at the time – I had seen Kid Congo Powers perform with the iconic line up of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds years before (with Bli ..read more

Edinburgh Psych Fest, the sister festival to the UK’s leading Psychedelic music and arts festival Manchester Psych Fest, has announced the second wave of acts joining the bill for this September’s festival. Off the back of a huge first lineup announcement that featured Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Temples and NewDad, Edinburgh Psych Fest reveals more exciting names that will head to Scotland’s capital on Sunday 1st September, including renowned musician, composer, producer, film-maker and former Super Furry Animal’s frontman Gruff Rhys, Seattle psych band ..read more

Susanna’s upcoming album, “Meditations on Love,” promises to be a profound exploration of the intricacies of human relationships. Her lead single, “Everyone Knows,” sets the stage for this introspective journey, offering a refreshing departure from the typical narratives of love found in mainstream music. Rather than focusing solely on the euphoria of new love or the pain of heartbreak, Susanna delves into the nuanced territory in between. With haunting vocals and an experimental will in the same vein as Björk as well as an eclectic musical backdrop featuring chattering saxophone, tribal percu ..read more

Pom Poko’s latest single, “Champion,” offers a tantalizing glimpse into their forthcoming album of the same name, slated for release on August 16th via Bella Union. The Norwegian quartet delivers their signature blend of quirky, ambitious post-punk with a knowing glance towards prog pop with finesse, showcasing their penchant for catchy melodies and infectious energy. The track’s singalong chorus is an absolute earworm, leaving listeners eager for more. As vocalist Ragnhild Fangel Jamtveit explains, the title track embodies a sense of collective trust and camaraderie within the band—a sentimen ..read more

The Janitors’ latest single, “Lies,” offers a haunting glimpse into their upcoming album, “An Error Has Occurred,” set to release on May 24th via Rocket Recordings. With a sound seemingly a direct descendant of the Velvet Underground, the track is steeped in darkness and carries a slightly ominous aura. Of the track, the band say “It’s a bit of a double edged sword this song. It’s about lies by a specific person or the lying fat scumbags in power, your choice. Most songs on the album have that duality. It’s a pretty classic Janitors song. The one riff that just keeps going, and the old quiet/l ..read more

Steve Von Till (aka Harvestman) has always been a deep thinker who aims to reach beyond the surface level with his music. Probably more widely known as guitarist/vocalist/lynch pin of seminal post metal pioneers Neurosis and their experimental avant offshoot Tribes Of Neurot, his wider creative intentions have necessitated the release of a vibrant catalogue of solo works. Whether through the elegiac acoustic songs under his own name or the organic psych- folk sounds as Harvestman, Von Till’s focus is less about escapism and more concerned with continuation. With Harvestman in particular his wo ..read more

Following a series of sold-out shows last year, Norwegian alt-pop sensation Girl in Red (Marie Ulven) is returning to Australia for her biggest concerts yet this July. She’ll be bringing her latest album, ‘I’m Doing It Again Baby!’, as she embarks on the ‘Doing It Again Asia/Oceania Tour.’ Fans in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane can look forward to unforgettable performances on her upcoming tour. The past five years have been so insane, and that I’ve been given this opportunity is insane. But I think what’s really hitting me now is that I need to pursue music fully, and that’s somethin ..read more

Tahi are a relatively new phenomena in the southern city of Hobart, but in their short life span so far have released a series of highly impressive and utterly delectable singles, as well as playing some dynamic live shows. They have now released a new single, ‘Wolf Grin’ ahead of a few more lived dates and the trajectory is ever upwards. There is a detectable dream pop luscious sheen to ‘Wolf Grin’ which reveals a sixties-influenced bop that pops and sparkles with verve and shades of eighties bling that recall Bananarama or The Go-Gos with its pop luminescence. An indelible sky-high chorus th ..read more

In a milestone for Italian music, Kina has achieved a feat that sets him apart in the industry. With his chilled, emotional 2018 single ‘Get You The Moon,’ the Naples-born artist has become the first from Italy to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify. The journey of ‘Get You The Moon’ from its origins in the online realm to global recognition is emblematic of Kina’s unique blend of lo-fi pop. The song, featuring vocalist Snøw, gained traction organically, spreading through platforms like SoundCloud and TikTok before catching the attention of major record labels. Born and raised in Naples, Kina ..read more

Blake Rose’s Australian charms attracted an attentive audience to The Foundry on Monday night. A highlight of the night came when Rose sang “Ordinary People”, a song about falling in love with an American girl. The multi-talented pop star played keys, guitar, and drums onstage throughout the show. Support came from soulful Oregon country singer, Max McNown. Blake Rose at The Foundry on April 22nd, 2024. Copyright Abigail RingBlake Rose at The Foundry on April 22nd, 2024. Copyright Abigail RingBlake Rose at The Foundry on April 22nd, 2024. Copyright Abigail RingBlake Rose at The Foundry on Apri ..read more