After a momentous two years of firsts playing festivals such as Big Pineapple Music Festival, getting Triple J airplay, releasing her first singles, and supporting some of her favourite artists such as AYLA and CLEWS, Dorah Jacson releases her long-awaited debut EP 'Lie Awake'.
Read MoreIf you’ve never heard of ‘Sugar Grunge’ you’d be quickly forgiven - it’s a whole new subgenre born from a passionate Sunshine Coast trio, Fat Pony.
This week, the all-female juggernaut releases a new standout single, ‘On My Back.’ An anthemic track with a sweet vocal harmony and a powerful chorus that’ll get stuck in your head for days.
Read MoreThe Dawn Light is an exciting new project by Angela Iimura & OJ Newcomb.
After many years of deeply connecting with the profound verses of the great mystic poets - Hafiz and Francis Brabazon - Angela began to use their poems as lyrics, writing songs that could be described as a dear companion to the human spirit, shedding beams of light, joy and inspiration on the path of life.
Read MoreFollowing the release of the happy nihilistic single ‘Conform’ in June, Big Blue Eyes (recording project by multi-instrumentalist Ryan Smart) follows up with the release of woozy and groovy track titled ‘Granted’.
Ryan explains that “after writing this track in high school 3 years ago, the track has grown to be an honest reflection of a teenage relationship, and the feelings associated with being taken for granted. I really wanted to portray how the smallest amount of questioning can drag you deep down into your own head and your own anxious world.”
Read MoreOskar Campbell (formerly of Dosed) has definitely found a new groove, evident in his latest offering, ‘My Fantasy’. While there’s still hints of Red Hot Chili Peppers floating through this track, it’s definitely drawing influences from Dire Straits, SVR, and has a distinct 80s soul/blues rock flavour throughout.
Read MoreSinger-songwriter (and former resident of the 4561), Nicole McKinney is best known for her well-crafted melodies inspired by themes of self-discovery and human connection. Her music is rivalled by her strong distinct voice. With her mesmeric aura, humour and quirky personal style, Nicole gives a wholesome and engaging performance each and every time.
Read MoreAgnes Blue release their new track ‘Invisible Man’, and will donate all proceeds to Support Act & the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service.
Formerly from Murukutchi (Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast QLD) and now residing in the Northern suburbs of Naarm (Melbourne), rock duo Agnes Blue have announced the details for their next single release, titled ‘Invisible Man’. The band is made up of siblings Jack Blandford, who plays guitar and sings, and Frea Blandford on the drums.
Read MoreAt a time when independent artists and managers need it most, Australian music PR and marketing expert, Kylie Cobb has announced the Kitty Release Accelerator, a 5-week live, virtual group coaching program designed to empower musicians to level up their release game.
Read MoreIn a year where we all would just want to teleport backwards through time to avoid the crapfest that is 2020, Sunshine Coast alt-rock nerds, Muules have jumped into their telephone booth and travelled back to the late 80s and have brought back their take on an epic Australian banger.
Read MoreTurning the time-old insult on its head, Sunshine Coast alt-pop artist, Cry Baby is wearing her emotionality as a badge of honour and makes you feel like you can too with her self-titled debut single, Cry Baby, out today (28 August).
Read MoreSunshine Coast songstress The Letter Elle has released a new single, 'Faithful,' a moving track about overcoming doubt and negativity in love.
Read MoreSunshine coast producer Alvy Willa is a wanderer. After spending much of his early 20’s busking, writing and surfing up and down the east coast of Australia with his kelpie, Alvy Willa has released his debut single ‘21 Days’ featuring Christian Patey today.
Read MoreThere’s a buzz in the village of Eumundi with the announcement of ‘CoVibes 1’ on Friday 14 August in The Brewery at The Imperial Hotel Eumundi, with BAND OF FREQUENCIES taking to the stage, supported by GRAHAM MOES.
Read MoreEumundi’s School of Rock, now in its 5th year of operation, is having its turn as part of the Isolaid Festival this Saturday, July 25th at 4pm, with ESoR Direction (and musical legend) Katie Noonan teaming up with 4 students for a live stream
Read MoreBlending pop, R & B and electronica, expat Sunny Coast (now Gold Coast-based) singer/songwriter Doolie is coming back to home turf to do a special performance as part of Solbar’s Bingeworthy Series this Friday night.
Read MoreAfter releasing their debut single 'Rising Tide' in March, Sunshine Coast/Brisbane based group JUNE return with a heavier take on things with their follow-up single 'Control.'
Stoking the fire with live tracking, ‘Control’ expresses the keen illusion of unguarded decisions. Lo-fi aspects plunge the song into a murky orchestral creek, littered with fuzz and feeling.
Read MoreAfter releasing her first single in some time, Ayla has released the accompanying music video to ‘Go Slow’.
Directed by Alex Greaves, and complementing the darker synth-tinged single with some serious Stranger Things vibes, press play and go down the rabbit hole with the new clip.
Read MoreToday sees a new release from the project Fringe Mellow - a blend of synth pop and alternative hip-hop (think The Streets meets Pet Shop Boys).
Fringe Mellow represents the rawness of human nature with its flaws and its beauty. With music that opens the discussion on mental health and owning our impact to appreciating the unknown. Audiences have appreciated the deeper lyrics and groove of the music as an art form.
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