Alternative indie pop auteurs Pirra have announced their buoyant new single ‘Never Apart’, a synthy adventure produced by Sam Littlemore of Pnau.
‘Never Apart’ is awash with lush 80s synths, super-sweet and sunny vocal harmonies, over a layer of killer synths drum goodness - but just wait until the dark synths take over in a twist ending.
Read MoreSydney-based pop-punk quintet A Swift Farewell have returned with a new line up and a blistering new single ‘Mousetrap’ – produced and mixed by Mark Williamson (Inertia, Far Away Stables, Closure).
'Mousetrap’ kicks off with muted guitar and the congruent vocals of Emma Mather, before gritty bass and bolstering drums propel the song into its virulent chorus. Intricate dynamics and cunning instrumentation spotlight the group’s chemistry, while delicate synths add diversity throughout the arrangement. Amidst the band’s animated signature sound, the lyrics explore the song’s profound underlying message.
Read MoreKnown for their hunger for dramatics and craving for chaos, Adelaide pop-rock outfit Memory Castles have followed up their recent release ‘Burning Down’ with a delightfully dysfunctional new single ‘Money’, ahead of their debut EP 'Pretty Monsters' out July 23.
Read MoreSunshine Coast Dub Journayists, Dub Zoo have finally released their latest single, ‘Confusion’ - their first music since 2019, with a whole stack load of material to come.
2020 took a wrecking ball to the plans of most artists, particularly touring bands, and DUB ZOO were not immune. Early last year the band was on a high after releasing their second live album and launching it with a huge run of festival appearances. The buzz at those shows suggested that 2020 was going to be DZ’s best year yet and in some ways, maybe it was, just not in the way they expected. With shows and tours cancelled the band decided it was time to hit the studio.
Read MoreMelbourne’s DRUID release an explosive amalgamation of emotive nu-metal/metalcore in brand new single, ‘I, Exist (Voices)’ - a beautifully, dark, twisted track that explores internal crossroads.
To coincide, DRUID dropped the video for the single earlier this week on Slipknot’s Festival, KNOTFEST’s music blog, having also been announced to be playing at KNOTFEST’s Pulse of the Maggots streaming festival on the Slipknot Twitch channel Saturday morning (AEST) 8am. DRUID’s set will be streamed alongside bands like Hyro The Hero, As Everything Unfolds, Lotus Eater and more.
Read MoreDevoted singer/songwriter John Keenan welcomes his poignant forthcoming release Tired Eyes. Romantic on the surface, the track features layers of lyrical depth and existential themes.
An older track of John’s, ‘Tired Eyes’ has been reworked and shaped in a more Americana-style song, evolving from its original acoustic roots. Lazy-styled, haunting pedal steel guitar weaves in and out, with John’s warm vocals providing a beacon to keep to on this musical journey.
Read MoreSunshine Coast’s Von Hazeler bring an over-the-top nod to live televised performances with new music video for ‘Rolling Stoner’.
The brave and geeky trio that is Sunshine Coast’s Von Hazeler are unashamedly nostalgic for classic live music performances, and this shows on their new music video for their latest single.
Read MoreIn 2021, Australia will be introduced to the incredible indie pop sound of Violet Daze, who unveils her debut single ‘Across The Bay’ today on all major platforms.
Originating from the beautiful Sunshine Coast, the blossoming singer-songwriter has become increasingly known in music circles for her beautiful soundscapes, evoking comparisons to the likes of Maggie Rogers, Daughter and CHVRCHES.
Read MoreBrisbane/Sunshine Coast grungy alt outfit, Wetlands have unveiled an angsty, dark film clip to their track, ‘Stain’ ahead of their debut EP release on July 2nd.
Showing plenty of grit, and pent-up frustration, the black and white music video explores the themes of toxic relationships and their effect on those involved.
Read MoreLauded independent Perth artist Tanaya Harper returns with a new sound on her forthcoming single ‘Bad Faith’. After teaming up with local classical musicians and composers for her backyard concert and subsequent release Tender is the Night, VOL1 and successfully raising funds to assist Perth bushfire victims, Tanaya is excited to now be releasing some fresh music of her own. ‘Bad Faith’ follows on from Tanaya’s previous single ‘Emma’ as the second track lifted from her anticipated third EP due later in the year.
Read MoreSydney’s full blast punks, Clay J Gladstone have returned with a rollercoaster of a single in ‘People Like You’, along with an accompanying film clip
Loaded with fat synth bass from the get-go, the listener is subdued in to thinking Clay J Gladstone have softened their musical approach. However, it doesn’t take long for a slab of guitar to hit like a flavour-loaded bag of Samboy’s to the face.
Read MoreThrilling dance pop newcomers We Are Iso have released their lush new single Love n’ Trust - a considered track that floats through the perils of a one-sided relationship - accompanied by a stunning video directed by Alan Woodman of Nixie Films.
Read MoreIf you’re a lover of live music on the Sunshine Coast, then the name THUMP should be a familiar one. Regulars on the circuit, and comprising of a list of star musicians, THUMP have finally put their collective abilities together and produced their first album, born in the legendary Yama Nui studio.
Read MoreWestern Australia has never been a state to shy away from producing quality artists and music, and there’s a current wave of musicians from the west that are adding a unique flavour to Australia’s indie rock tapestry.
Fremantle five-piece, Figurehead are bringing forth a new era for themselves as a group with brand new single, ‘On Repeat’.
‘On Repeat’ shows off groove-based indie, heavily poetic, with the vocals lapping over the top over a, at times, subdued rhythm, and plenty of layers of chiming guitars.
Read MoreSunshine 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 MoreGot a sore throat and lacking some iron? Perth metallic hardcore outfit, Sedative have the cure that ails you with their debut single, ‘Cough Medicine’, out now.
In a previous musical life known as Grenade Brain, the band re-branded with shows already booked under their previous name, and revealed themselves to be Sedative, revealing a massive-sounding, abrasive, pummelling debut single.
Read MoreMelbourne’s genre-blenders, powerhouse heavy quartet To Octavia have brought forward an infectious second single, ‘Sleep’ from forthcoming EP ‘Somewhere In A World, Not Of The Dream’, along with an energetic an attitude-filled video.
Read MoreTreasured Aussie songwriter Jordan Wilson, of Georgia Fair, has announced his debut solo single ‘Totem’, a moving piece of music reflective of both a past relationship and the sacred process of writing itself, out today. Totem is accompanied by a sweet, nostalgic video, directed by Odin Umeofia.
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