Belle and Sebastian embark on a coast-to-coast North American tour armed with a new track ‘What Happened to You, Son?’ Belle and Sebastian are kicking off their highly anticipated coast-to-coast North American tour with a bang, dropping a poignant new single just in time for their sojourn journey across the continent. Frontman Stuart Murdoch opens up about the inspiration ‘What Happened To You, Son?’, shedding light on his tumultuous late teens and the profound impact music had on his life during that period. Delving into themes of youthful confusion and idolization, Murdoch reflects on his ow ..read more

The names Lennon-McCartney side by side again? Who would’ve thought? Sean Ono Lennon & James McCartney release ‘Primrose Hill’ The Lennon-McCartney legacy lives on, Sean Ono Lennon and James McCartney have teamed up to release a heartfelt tune titled ‘Primrose Hill,’ inspired by their mutual affection for the iconic London landmark. Both Sean and James, following in the footsteps of their legendary fathers, have made names for themselves in the music industry. Sean, at 48, has explored various musical avenues, from bands like Cibo Matto to film scoring. Meanwhile, James, aged 46, has pursu ..read more

Queer songwriter and producer Scalawag simmers with unfiltered emotion and raw feeling on their 2023 record ‘Senhsucht’ Compared to the likes of Sufjan Stevens, Angie McMahon and the beloved Hozier, Scalawag offers their own brand of heartbreak and abstract reflection. With their sophomore album, Scalawag seeks to seduce with the pure essence of vulnerability. Leaving an ache for things one has never experienced, Scalawag is gentle in their siphoning to the surface of long forgotten hurts. Opening with the Bon Iver-style ‘Fleeting,’ Scalawag introduces their deep and soothing vocal, sweeping a ..read more

Taking time out to connect with nature via a solar eclipse viewing, Olivia Hellman sheds a little light on her recent single Up and coming singer-songwriter Olivia Hellman has been hella busy, fresh off a trip to Syracuse to witness a solar eclipse, Olivia is back in NYC juggling her studies at NYU Tisch and a burgeoning music career. We caught up with Olivia to chat about her latest single ‘Girl Friend,’ the pressures of being a new artist, and what inspires her music. Happy: What are you up to today? Olivia: Actually, I just got back to New York ..read more

“It’s the first time where years of planning was used, no time or money spared,” Psychoda say of their latest single ‘Waste’.   Earlier this year, we were treated to the riotous rock grooves of ‘Waste’, the sophomore single from Newcastle band Psychoda. Brimming with grimy guitar melodies and thunderous drum rolls, the teeth-baring track saw the outfit reflect on betrayal and heartbreak, while offering “the first look at the fully-fledged sound of Psychoda,” the band told us in a new interview.  Below, Psychoda bandmate Mike Montgomery swings by Happy to discuss the “powerful he ..read more

Life as a session guitarist requires versatility, dedication, and an ability “to take direction constructively,” at least according to seasoned professional Dan Maher.  Over the course of his illustrious career, Dan Maher has worked on a dazzling array of Australia’s hottest television shows, providing the soundtrack for competition series like Dancing With The Stars and Australian Idol, among countless others.  Maher’s mainstay in the session guitarist scene, which he describes as the work of “being heard not seen,” has resulted in a list of collaborations so starry it warrants its ..read more

Premiering today on Happy, Nao Yoshioka’s new single ‘Unapologetically Me’ delivers a defiant message on living your authentic life.  Nao Yoshioka has released her latest single ‘Unapologetically Me’. Produced by Grammy nominee Khari Mateen, the track is carried by the enrapturing energy of Yoshioka’s vocals, with the assist of a soaring trumpet section courtesy of Takuya Kuroda.  The infectious funk grooves of ‘Unapologetically Me’ soundtrack Yoshioka’s lyrical message on authenticity, empowering listeners to live a life that is liberated from the pressures of other people. Speaking ..read more

Maroubra is slowly but surely becoming a vital hub on the South East coast of Sydney, all thanks to Kobie Dee and his South East Block Party Inspired by an empty lot, and let’s be honest, we love a good empty lot—the kind that exists specifically for this very reason—to incite inspiration, that creates the space to imagine what’s possible. Where would we be without them, and even more poignantly, where would we be without the visionaries that make shit happen? Case in point, Kobie Dee, who is leading the charge by kicking off his fourth installment of the South ..read more

JAEZI has us reminiscing on summertime moshpits with his breezy new tropical house single, ‘ELEV8’.   JAEZI has revived the beloved festivals of yesteryear with his nostalgic dance single, ‘ELEV8’. The high-energy and pulsating track is anchored by the sound of feel of early-2010s dance music, complete with tropical house flairs and chopped vocal flourishes. JAEZI establishes a nostalgic feel from the outside, with moshpit-ready production instantly reminiscent of Swedish House Mafia, Sigala and Kygo. It’s clear what JAEZI intended with ‘ELEV8’, a track that feels like it’s been ripp ..read more

The iconic Glastonbury has announced a killer line up – get your wellies packed The anticipation has been building, the rumours swirling, and now it’s official—the Glastonbury Festival 2024 lineup has been revealed! As festival-goers prepare their wellies and dust off their flower crowns, let’s dive into the musical feast that awaits on the iconic Worthy Farm. Headliners That Will Rock the Pyramid Stage Dua Lipa: After a seven-year hiatus, Dua Lipa returns to Glastonbury, this time as a headliner. Her infectious pop hits, killer dance moves, and magnetic stage presence promise an electrifying ..read more