“You don’t fault a theme park for not being a Cathedral,” somebody said, at some point, about something. …
Those obliterating rhythms smash their way into your skull and pummel your brain until you have no choice but to comply: you will love this album.…
The recordings here are fidgety and grainy, soaked in synths and effects. And it sounds as if many of these tracks were bashed out in a garage – all craggy, concrete walls and exposed brick that's rough to the touch. …
The vast range of styles that pop up on this album only serves to cement the idea that Thao & Mirah are less timid than their folkie peers. …
The highlights buzz and throb with an uncontainable enthusiasm that merges perfectly with the pulsating music. Her talent and personality, coupled with her media-friendly childhood, seem perfectly designed for stardom.…
The purpose of an album review is not really just to add to the folder of promo clips for bands (contrary to the belief and earnest hope of many a publicist)…
The album treats its instruments like an embarrassing family member; if they HAVE to be around can we at least make sure they don’t do anything to upset anyone.…
"I take sucker rappers, I put 'em through a strainer like macaroni 'cause the shit sound cheesy"…
One of the biggest things I struggle with regarding hip hop is lyrical content. A pervasive preoccupation with self-aggrandisement does little for me given the typical scope of a rapper's goals (money, fame and 'bitchez').…
If you like museum pieces, by all means pick this album up.…
We’re a bit late this year (the story of our life) but it’s time…
Unaddressed allegations of racism, misogyny, violent abuse and bad behaviour. There’s a problem with…
You break up with your ex. You like them, but they’ve pushed the limits…
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Glen Matlock is a British musician, songwriter, and producer, best known as the original…
Codeine’s first ever Australian tour ends with a show at Brisbane’s Stranded, with support…
Tropical Fuck Storm bring their Cellophane Honeymoon mini-festival to Brisbane’s Triffid, with C.O.F.F.I.N, Cool…
The Damned play their final show in Brisbane with their classic early 1980s line-up…
Once I was blind, now I can see Once I was blind but now…
BRIGHTON KOMEDIA: I have never felt very comfortable with my body. This feels like home.…
The opening song sounds like My Bloody Valentine. You may well be enthused by…
Photo: Sian Stacey The big music “news” in Australia in the last couple days…
Photo: Eleanor Petry Well, this is just great. On first listen it reminds me…
Photo by Anita Shao Something from the open browser tab collection that I’ve been…
