Paying homage to CHIC, Blondie and Studio 54 in the 70’s. The Fins have constructed a song that at its core lyrically is about new beginnings in life, relationships, and change of tastes.
Described simply as a “Disco love song”, the band have created a four to the floor beat as the foundation of the song and moulded a crisp, tight and melodic rhythm section around it that nods to the stylistic funk playing of Nile Rogers.
Read More‘Caught Up In The Wire, No More’ is a reflection of these times and the lessons learnt. Independently released worldwide on November 6th, Tay celebrated the release with Sold Out, intimate, seated shows in Brisbane and Sydney before returning to his busking grounds of Byron Bay on November 12th to play a Sold-Out headline set at The Great Northern. From busking on the streets, to touring the world and headlining venues across Australia, Tay will cap off the EP tour on Sunday November 22nd with an intimate, not to be missed performance at the beating musical heart of the Sunshine Coast; SolBar.
Read MoreWe’ve been waiting for this one… Female-fronted emo/grunge/alt rock quartet, Wetlands have used this weird COVID-era wisely; while they just started gaining momentum, shutdown happened, and while some artists just pressed pause, this four-piece benefited from the slower pace, and managed to record their first EP, with lead single, ‘Convoluted’ being released today.
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 is set to release his 2nd single “Walk Away Feat. Emily Rink”
Read MoreJC and the Tree’s debut album ‘Between Land and Sea’ is the Sunday afternoon relax you never knew you were missing.
Penned by the duo in the Sunshine Coast hinterland it oozes the essence of nature, serenity and calm the world needs right now with lyrical depth that’s thought provoking and relatable. The divine expertise of Jacinta’s violin with Jesse’s telling guitar work and authentic vocals is a combination like no other.
Read MoreNightQuarter are excited to announce the opening weekend is set for Friday 6th November - Sunday 8th November on the Sunshine Coast.
Dynamic duo Michelle Christoe and Ian Van der Woude finally unveil the weekend destination to the Sunshine Coast community. The project’s move to the Sunshine Coast was delayed due to Covid-19 in March this year after operating successfully for three years on the Gold Coast.
Read MoreIndie Rock kids Fight Ibis are on a lockdown roll, today releasing 'Mutants', a tasty summertime anthem and their second single drop in 3 months.
Release on Octotber 12th across Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, AMRAP AirIT and more, the Mutants single release is accompanied by a close to sell out Queensland run of shows in Brisbane (11 tickets left), Gold Coast (SOLD OUT) and Sunshine Coast (Selling Fast) starting this Friday night.
Read MoreBrisbane indie pop rock outfit The Jensens are charged up and today dropped their brand new single Paper Walls, a fiery track about pulling yourself up out of a self-doubt spiral.
Paper Walls is accompanied by a colourful, wild video clip, created in collaboration with visual artist Unclechronicbone. The single precedes The Jensens’ highly anticipated new album Hammer and Blush, scheduled for release on May 21, 2021. Set to launch Paper Walls in style with a short run of COVID-safe shows in Queensland, the band will kick off at Solbar on November 6, moving through Mo’s Desert Clubhouse on December 4 and finishing up with the official single launch at Black Bear Lodge on December 11.
Read MoreAfter 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).
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