From 1936’s utterly preposterous film Reefer Madness, to Nancy Reagan’s simplistic 1980s catchcry of ‘Just Say No’, drug education has historically been little more than anti-drug propaganda. But that was then and this is now. Contemporary drug education comes from a completely different angle. It is not an attempt to scaremonger or shame people… it is an attempt to provide factual advice and help those most vulnerable to harm. When it comes to cannabis, those most vulnerable include people under the age of 25, whose brains are still developing. While there are other considerations such as ge ..read more

Royel Otis have dropped two bonus tracks from their acclaimed debut album PRATTS & PAIN. Intriguingly titled “Claw Foot” and “Merry Mary Marry Me”, these bonus tracks are now available for streaming and purchase via OURNESS, adding to the duo’s growing repertoire of stylish guitar music. “Claw Foot” offers a vibrant, upbeat tempo that encourages listeners to confront life’s hurdles without hesitation, while “Merry Mary Marry Me” provides a grunge-infused melody, reflecting on the societal pressures of settling down and the personal apprehension that often accompanies such expectations. T ..read more

Acclaimed Aussie electronic duo Flight Facilities have released their second single of the year, “Days of the Week”. The track, which features Aramis of the US indie band Enumclaw, offers a humorous take on the lifestyle of an LA influencer, encapsulating a week filled with Erewhon smoothies, hikes at Runyon Canyon, and nights under disco lights. “Days of the Week”, described by the duo as one of their “guiltiest pleasures,” originated from a spontaneous three-hour studio session with Aramis and has evolved into a vibrant ode to Los Angeles life, or “a modern day ode to Los Angeles and the p ..read more

Yours Truly, the dynamic Australian pop-punk band, are gearing up for an exciting release with their upcoming album Toxic, set to drop on Friday, August 16th. Ahead of the album, they’ve also unveiled their new single “Sour’” which encapsulates the raw emotions and turbulent experiences they’ve recently endured. Describing the genesis of “Sour”, vocalist Mikaila Delgado shares insights into the emotional backdrop that shaped the track. “’Sour’ was written during a session after I was feeling extremely burnt out,” Delgado says. The band had just come off a grueling tour schedule, compounded b ..read more

Celebrated Sydney garage-rock band Royal Headache have made a surprising move by announcing a live album, Live in America, set for release in June. This marks their first project since their disbandment in 2017 and will be released through What’s Your Rupture. However, fans should temper their hopes, as there are no signs of a full band reunion on the horizon yet. Live in America captures Royal Headache’s raw energy and formidable live presence, featuring recordings from their tours across the US. The A-side of the album includes tracks recorded at New Jersey’s WMFU community radio during th ..read more

In 2016, Axl Rose was, very briefly, the lead singer of AC/DC, but the frontman role almost went to Jet Nic Cester from Jet instead.  The Aussie rock band recently appeared on Triple M’s Homegrown with Matty O and spilled the beans on Cester’s almost-role with AC/DC. “I auditioned for Axl Rose’s job (fill-in front man),” Cester revealed, with his Jet bandmate Mark Wilson adding, “it came down to Nic and Axl.” Nic took over: “I spent two days as their singer, unofficially. I had been living overseas for a long time and I’d come back to visit my family and staying with my in-laws. I ..read more

In case you’ve been living under a rock and missed Kendrick Lamar’s venomous response to Drake’s “Push Ups”,  you’ll know that hip hop diss track season is well and truly upon us. While we’ve all been focused on the happenings in the US, where Drake, J. Cole, and Kendrick have been going at each other, it’s easy to forget that there’s already been plenty of era-defining disses and brutal rap takedowns throughout the history of Australian hip hop. That’s why it couldn’t be more timely to sit back, kick your feet up, and reminisce about some of the hardest diss tracks from Down Under. So ..read more

The Zoo, a beloved music venue in Brisbane, is closing its doors. The Fortitude Valley venue has been a favourite spot in Brisbane for more than 30 years, but the “financial reality of keeping music venues afloat in 2024 is all too stark,” according to a statement from The Zoo’s team. This is despite The Zoo having its highest ticket sales in its 32-year history last year. The Zoo will cease trading on July 8th, and its sister venue Stranded will also shut its doors on May 6th. The statement continues: “We try our best to keep venue hire costs as low as possible for artists and promoter ..read more

Kendrick Lamar has really escalated the stakes in his ongoing feud with Drake, releasing a brutal new diss titled “Euphoria”. This release comes as a direct response to Drake’s recent “Taylor Made Freestyle”, which openly questioned Kendrick’s silence and urged him to step into the recording booth. The result is a six-minute lyrical onslaught that not only answers Drake’s call but also amplifies the intensity of their rivalry. In “Euphoria”, Kendrick doesn’t hold back, delivering lines that cut deep into the persona and actions of Drake. He accuses his counterpart of losing authenticity and ..read more

The Jesus and Mary Chain, a monumental force in alternative rock’s history, have announced an Australia and New Zealand tour. The upcoming tour celebrates four decades since the Scottish band’s inception, and will hit Auckland, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth in July and August (see full dates below). Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, May 8th at 12pm AEST. The pre-sale begins on Friday, May 3rd at 12pm AEST. Emerging in the early 1980s from the outskirts of Glasgow, The Jesus and Mary Chain, led by the Reid brothers, Jim and William, crafted a sound that ..read more