Melbourne-based alt-rock songwriter, COLD*WORDS goes dark with moody new single and music video, ‘Kill Me, Please?’.
Focusing on the struggles of someone grappling with their state of mind, and the desire to be rid of the darkness within, ‘Kill Me, Please?’ blends emotive alternative rock, with hints of post-grunge.
Read MoreWith the soothing vulnerability of indie-folk and the intoxicating finesse of blues-rock, Brisbane’s Jordan Merrick is known for bringing a unique flavour to his sound, adroitly combining influential styles to deliver deeply ruminative music containing transformative abilities.
Dishing out a dynamic collection of blues-infused folk tunes this year with the release of ‘This Rainy Day’ and ‘Lonelier Than You’, Jordan Merrick is moving deeper into the seductive world of blues-rock with this lovelorn new single ‘The Waiting Blues’, ahead of his upcoming album 'Waiting Blues', set to be released on November 5.
Read MoreSydney’s Thunder Fox are following up on last month’s single ‘Not For Sale’ with the new, sultry release, ‘Love You 2’, their next cut from upcoming album, ‘Sanctuary’.
The weather forecast predicts moist moments during the track, with the humidity dialled up thanks to the sexy horn moments, and vocalist Sam Dawes’ smooth delivery, set to woo.
Read MoreCombining their sauntering, red apple charm with a brutal bite of stinging honesty, Brisbane-based alt-rock band Cedarsmoke are up to their old tricks, keeping it real with new single ‘Sadly Ever After’ and are announcing their debut album 'Into The Wild World', coming out on October 22.
‘Sadly Ever After’ blends 50’s Doo Wop sounds with 90s overdriven alternative rock, with frontman Jon Cloumassis’ distinctive Aussie rasp over the layers. Guest vocalist Maddie Keinonen (Dumb Things) adds balance and smooths out the choruses, with the track having an overall slacker fairytale feel.
Read MoreSydney’s RedHook have unleashed their new single ‘Sentimental Surgery’ – a loving tribute to the emo sounds that shaped the band’s teen years - produced by Stevie Knight (Stand Atlantic, Yours Truly, Trophy Eyes), and mixed by James Paul Wisner (Paramore, Underoath).
‘Sentimental Surgery’ is a slight flip on the sounds RedHook have forged with the acclaimed EP, ‘Bad Decisions’, with a more-lighthearted touch and pop-flourishes to their alternative rock tones. Vocalist Emmy Mack playfully bounces around the melody, and the drums, though having that full modern heavy rock tone, has a cheeky 80s gated-reverb snare to add some slight, fun cheesy touches.
Read MoreNewcastle’s Science Rockets have released their latest single, the emotive, ‘Eyes Closed’; a heavily-layered guitar-trip with a heartbreaking narrative.
Formed in 2020, Science Rockets formed from the remnants of The Girl Folder, and a chance meeting of like-minded musicians chatting online, the band bonded over a love of Ride, Secret Machine, Foals and The Cure.
Read MoreBrisbane’s Hope D has teamed up with close friend G Flip to bring together the intoxicating new track, ‘Happy Hangover’. The single follows on from the success of Hope D’s debut EP, ‘Cash Only’ (which features the singles, ‘Second’ and ‘Addict’).
A catchy, bouncy indie-pop track with an instantly hooky chorus, ‘Happy Hangover’ beams musical sun rays, with softly fuzzied guitars, gated-pop rock drums and wistful, dreamy pre-chorus.
Read MoreHeavy fusion rockers Twelve Foot Ninja release an extended video for their new single Over and Out with a guest appearance by the enigmatic Tatiana Shmayluk, frontwoman of metal band Jinjer. It’s Twelve Foot Ninja’s third single from their upcoming album VENGEANCE (out 15th October 2021 through Volkanik Music).
In true Twelve Foot Ninja style, the music video is completely batsh*t crazy, hilarious and twisted, reflecting much of the musical content. Full of djent guitars and bass, and Kin’s vocal flexing, complemented by Jinjer’s Tatiana, ‘Over and Out’ is a heavy and haunting blast of prog-alt-rock, building to a chunky crescendo.
Read MoreBrisbane’s latest indie-pop wunderkinds, JUNO are putting the bounce into your Thursday with their latest sparkling dance-pop single, ‘Zero’.
Fresh-faced but certainly no strangers to the stage, JUNO is the irresistible musical match-up of Kahlia Ferguson and Sam Woods, who first met as members of indie-rock band Sunflower and decided to meld their complementary talents to create scintillating hook-filled soundscapes in the pop-a-sphere.
Read MoreAdelaide alt-punk rockers Agapanther stick the middle firmly up to anyone ingenuine in new single, ‘Pseudo’; a savage punk anthem dedicated to those sick of being surrounded by fake friends.
Off the back of the latest rousing alt-rock release ‘Last Legs’, AGAPANTHER remain in full gear, delivering unabashed hardcore vigour doused in emotional exuberance for their new track.
Read MoreBrisbane’s Paulina follows up on her critically-praised single, ‘Lonely Drives’ with her new cut, ‘Parasite’’ a super slick, morphing groove pop single produced by Toby Hobart
‘Parasite’ suckers you in with sweet vocals of Paulina, soft acoustic guitar, and slight haunting synths, and then flips sideways, transforming in to fat bass-driven groove pop number, with creepy crawly pads sliding in and out to sonically represent the metaphorical, titular bug.
Read MoreEmerging from the suburban Gold Coast region, alt-rock duo Mermaid Waters have released a fierce and energetic new single, ‘The Grudge’; a rap-rock blast that unsubtly twists and turns through abrasive grooves in to synth-based breakdowns.
Following on from previous single, ‘Royalty’ (which was closer to alt-rock/grunge), ‘The Grudge’ cranks the aggression to 11 with stoner-grunge groove providing the bed for vitriolic rap-rock vocals, snaking its way to a sample and synth middle section, before bringing it all back for a hint of Morello-esque guitar scratching. It brings to mind the more political-rap-metal from the Testeagles.
Read MoreIn support of her debut single, ‘Letting Go’ indie artist Jem Cassar-Daley has announced a tour of Queensland with a full band in tow. Dates kick off on October 29th at HoTA on the Gold Coast, then moving through to The Triffid Garden in Brisbane, The Bunker at the Imperial Hotel in Eumundi, and finishing up in Bundaberg.
Accompanying Jem will be special guest, Chloe Styler.
‘Letting Go’ boasts Jem’s confident vocal approach, with pillowy piano chords, acoustic strumming and a perfectly underbaked rhythm section that stays right in the pocket. It’s the pre-chorus that really grabs your attention, and at times borders on bringing on those musically-induced goosebumps.
Read MoreMelbourne’s SILT have made a mark with their lush, luminous pop soundscapes, and the alt-pop trio have released another gorgeous single in ‘You Hate It’, ahead of the release of their highly-anticipated debut EP, ‘Contact High’ (out on October 1).
‘You Hate It’ is dreamy yet steady indie-pop, layered with strings, wet guitars, and Jess Polain’s vocals front and centre. A consistent, and bouncing, rhythm section drives the song, until the half-way mark, where the song switches, and a new poppy rhythm arrives, with slight, cute complexities.
Read MoreMelbourne’s Everlyne bring forth their next offering of heavy goodness in new single, ‘Deranged’; a high-powered, riff and rhythm-driven epic, with just a few hints of hardcore that are enough to hook in the listener.
Hailing from Melbourne’s west, EVERLYNE is an energetic, alternative rock band that is ready to take 2021 by storm. The four-piece formed in 2019, starting with brothers Nathan & Jordan Borg before adding powerhouse vocalist Mac Shaye and drummer Sam Stone to the line up.
Read MorePinch Grip has been a long time coming for Katanak. After winning ‘The People’s Choice award at The QUBE Effect 2020, Katanak fulfilled his industry goal of working with Brisbane’s Dr Lachlan ‘Magoo’ Goold, Aria award winner and all round legend in the Australian Music Industry.
The result is a powerful, gritty, guitar driven indie rock track reminiscent of 5 Seconds of Summer crossed with The Wombats
Read MoreSydney-based pop-punk quintet Bellwether have revealed their pensive debut single ‘Shortsighted’ – produced by Stevie Knight (Stand Atlantic, Yours Truly, The Dead Love) and mixed by James Paul Wisner (Hands Like Houses, Underoath).
‘Shortsighted’ begins with an equable guitar riff whilst the earnest vocals from frontman James Graham provide the track’s memorable melody.
Read MoreBrisbane-based math rock quartet Hanoi Traffic have released their debut EP kids with no style - a six-track EP that sees the band effortlessly blend indie rock, math rock, screamo and noise rock to form their unique sound. Influenced by the likes of Daughters, Duster and black midi, Hanoi Traffic are drawn to dense and unorthodox arrangements.
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