Sunshine Coast alternative rock 4-piece, ChAMBER LANe share their recent upbeat 90’s/00’s soaked indie/alt rock single, ‘Think Like I Do’.
Bringing together a diversity of influences from 50s rock, new wave, and alternative rock, ‘Think Like I Do’ however starts to show some touches from early The Strokes and Vampire Weekend bleeding in, with lightly distorted guitars, easy-going vocal harmonies, and a catchy beat.
Read MoreBrisbane-based artist Nicole McKinney has been building to the release of her debut EP, ‘The Process’ since the beginning of 2021, and she has delivered with this emotionally-charged indie/folk release, out now.
Pouring the remnants of a broken heart onto reverbed guitar, McKinney digs deep into her soul and brings out tender, at times soaring vocals, backed by a solid rhythm section that sits in the pocket, with some added textures to bring some slight atmosphere.
Read MoreSunshine Coast outfit, The Sunza Beaches are bringing all the good vibes and smiles with their debut single, ‘Exile’ along with an accompanying film clip. A somewhat amalgamation of singer songwriters, featuring Kimbal Imaz, Lex Bielby and Mickey Gee, The Sunza Beaches bring an eclectic mix of influences together, shake them up, and bake them until well done.
Read MoreSunshine Coast power-trio Von Hazeler follow-up on their debut single, ‘Oh No’ with another flashback to Nineties Indie Rock Australiana in the new single, ‘Rolling Stoner’.
Penned by singer/guitarist Jimmy Haseler about his travels, backpacking Australia with a German paramour, ‘Rolling Stoner’ is a song that sees a moment in time when you are presented with an opportunity and you go with it.
Read MoreBrisbane-based songwriter, Aspy Jones has shifted from the more alt-country/roots tones, and embraced the hustle and bustle of the city with his new release, ‘Mind Arrest’ - a poignant and lyrically-driven track that explores themes of escapism and dives into raw emotion.
‘Mind Arrest’ sees Aspy, an advocate for mental health and sharing his personal journey living with autism, fire up and combine vulnerability with rock, making for an unforgettable release for the songwriter.
Read MoreIt’s been a week now, since Big Pineapple Music Festival returned and blew our collective minds.
Wasn’t 2020 that absolute worst for live music events? Well, thankfully, we’re all still here, and music festivals are coming back.
One of the Sunshine Coast’s biggest live music events is The Big Pineapple Music Festival (now in its 8th year - but technically the 7th generation of the festival) persevered and went full steam ahead on May 22. We sent photographer Chris Clow to take it aaaallll in.
Read MoreComing in hot from Brisbane, former Sunny Coaster Jazz Brodie-Griffin (aka Jazz) has dropped his new single, ‘Music is the Calling’.
Now working with Bentley Records, and teaming up with Brisbane producer Bolt Action (who primarily focuses on electronic music) the two teamed up something fresh, but with an old school vibe.
Read MoreFrom the prolific guitarist and singer/songwriter of Tijuana Cartel comes a fully self-produced musical release, Cassowary Kids.
It’s Paul A. George’s first album under his own name, and while it carries all the musical heft of Tijuana Cartel, this solo debut sets out to soothe and transport you into a songwriter's secret places.
Read MoreMay 22nd 2021 will see Forrest Run playing triple j’s BIG PINEAPPLE MUSIC FESTIVAL - just one day after releasing the lead single ‘NEVER GO BACK’ from their sophomore EP.
In this EP, the Sunshine Coast indie-electronic trio retained the catchy pop-hooks they became known for in their debut release, while expanding to a much larger, more developed sound. ‘NEVER GO BACK’ exemplifies this, as well as embodying an uplifting energy that’s guaranteed to fill you with hope and good vibes.
Read MoreBig Blue Eyes hits out with single number three, ‘Shoelaces’ which gives further insight into the artist’s full length debut album due out mid-2021.
The solo recording project of Ryan Smart, Big Blue Eyes floored us with previous single, ‘Japan’, and the latest offering shows off a tender song that explores the feeling associated with a lover leaving you for someone else.
Read MoreChristians latest EP ‘Faces’ tells a story and an insight into a friend's passing, mental health, a surreal Covid new world, IVF worries, social media addiction, validation and trying to reach goals and following your dreams while keeping a positive outlook and vibe.
Read MoreSunshine Coast duo, Little Mountain have released their debut EP, ‘When It All Changed’, encompassing rich indie-folk tones, with hints of rock sneaking in, all driven by subtle-yet significant drumming patterns and fills, spacey synths, memorable hooks, easy-listening vocals, all over a foundation of acoustic guitar.
Read MoreWith a world of music experience under her belt and returning from 3 years in the U.K, Queensland songstress Layla Kay is set to make waves amongst her beloved Australian music scene once again. From her debut performance amongst crowds at Woodford Folk Festival to landing Caloundra Music Festival, Layla's captivating essence continues to blossom within her new sound that is set to soar.
Read MoreSunshine Coast electronic synth-hop group, Fringe Mellow bring a deep cut, with new release ‘You Don’t Need to Listen’.
The single sees Fringe Mellow collaborate with River Suite Orchestra, bringing sweeping orchestral strings together with old school hip hop flavours, and a catchy auto-tuned chorus.
Read MoreLagerstein, Australia’s Party Pirates are celebrating 10 years of beers, pirating and making heavy music together. After announcing the release of their first full-production DVD/CD experience filmed in their hometown ‘Lagerstein: Live in Brisbane’ is hitting shores on April 16, 2021. The boys are back and ready as ever to show The Banana Bender Pub/Shed Venue on Saturday 1 May 2021 what they’ve got!
Read MoreBrisbane-based singer-songwriter, Tayiha sets the bar high for the rest of us with the release of her latest single, ‘Hollywood Dreamer’.
A 15 years of age, Tayiha’s ability to craft melodies and lyrics that go beyond her years has earned her comparisons to a young Taylor Swift, and you can see that in ‘Hollywood Dreamer’ - a highly-produced pop track with big beats and slight country flavours.
Read MoreWhilst plugging away at their second heavy album VALHALORE are ready to strip it back NATIONALLY for the first time, bringing you their unique musical tapestry that is both breathtaking and awe-inspiring in its most authentic and raw form.
Carving their way through the Australian metal scene like a Viking longship through tempestuous seas is Brisbane’s Epic Folk Metal powerhouse, VALHALORE. Incorporating elements of Melodic Death, Power and Symphonic Metal, as well as folk music and cinematic scores the band offers haunting melodic passages, crushing riffs and heartfelt lyrical journey sure to awaken a sense of majesty within all who hear them.
Read More‘Table’ is the latest offering by Brisbane-based singer-songwriter Rachel Koster; an initially unplanned single, released in response to the current pandemic.
A song about longing, loyalty and gratitude, Rachel says that it’s a track which she felt was timely and relevant, and ‘it kind of tugged at the sleeve over the past year to be put out in to the world prior to any of the other tracks I have in mind.’
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