written by Chris Familton Stepping out of the shadows of Radiohead has been a major event and a long time coming for Philip Selway. He has been the solid backbone of the English quartet for 25 years so the release of his debut Familial at this point comes as a pleasant surprise. Also surprising is the lack of focus on traditional drumming – instead Selway … Continue reading INTERVIEW: Philip Selway
written by Chris Familton It felt like somewhat of a flashback heading to the Annandale to see 78 Saab, such was the ritual a decade ago when they were fresh faces on the local scene alongside the likes of Bluebottle Kiss, Further and Peabody – seemingly playing every weekend around town. The newer guard of Sydney music opened the night with Yae!Tiger filling the room … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: 78 Saab @ The Annandale Hotel, Sydney 29/10/10
The Sydney Festival program was anounced today and we’ve gone straight to the musical line-up to see what they’ve got planned for 2011. Opening Night will be headlined in the Domain by Emmylou Harris while Arrested Development, Kitty, Daisy & Lewis and others will perform across the city. The rest of the festival is packed as usual with great acts with Beach House, Sufjan Stevens, The … Continue reading NEWS: Sydney Festival 2011 program launched…
written by Chris Familton Tired Hands had the task of easing the punters back into their comfy high-backed armchairs at the intimate Raval, a venue that feels like you are in the lounge of a strangers house or at a wedding where you only know the groom. Tired Hands is a man, his guitar and a quavering, rich voice. Though the tempo of his songs … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: Sophie Hutchings @ Raval, Sydney 28/10/10
Deerhunter have announced two sideshows while they are ot in Australia touring for the hipster nation… These will sellout for sure with al the salivating press over their latest Halcyon Digest – including our glowing review Tour Dates Tuesday, February 8th | Metro Theatre Sydney – All Ages – Tix via metrotheatre.com.au February 9th | Billboard Melbourne – Tix via moshtix.com.au TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29 … Continue reading ON TOUR: Deerhunter announce Laneway sideshows…
DOWNLOAD #6 has hit the interwebs with another blend of Cambodian pop, kiwi dub, San Francisco psych, German analog krautronica and Australia indie melodies… Something for nearly everyone apart from those seeking a metal fix… next time. In 2011 we’ll be expanding the mixtape thang and doing a run of themed ones – genre, random words, years and countries. Continue reading MIXTAPE: Mixed Feelings 06
written by Chris Familton Dark folk music has been receiving a lot of attention over the last decade, perhaps as a response to the rise of shiny indie music. Introspection never really goes out of fashion, even if it morphs into different forms over time and Matt Bailey’s solo debut takes the template and weaves its own style with consummate skill. A former member of … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Matt Bailey | The Three I’s
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