2012 felt like somewhat of a mixed bag of musical lollies with our favourites encompassing americana, power pop, 80s synth, indie and many shades of psychedelia. The only thing that tied them all together was the strong streak of melody that each was built on. Even in the case of someone like Neil Young & Crazy Horse it was Young’s incredible weaving of musical notes … Continue reading LIST: DS Top Albums of 2012
by C. Familton New Zealand’s Lawrence Arabia (James Milne) set himself up as an exponent of literate pop on his second album Chant Darling and though it was a clever collection of songs there were moments when they veered into quirky territory that felt a tad contrived. He has learnt from those missteps and taken his writing and arranging to an impressive place on his … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Lawrence Arabia | The Sparrow
by C. Familton Lawrence Arabia (James Milne) was in town to do some pre-promotion for his about to be released new album The Sparrow but up first were locals Bearhug who greatly impressed with their interweaving guitar sound and a nice handle on group dynamics. They are a fairly unassuming bunch but their music made a statement by filling the room with Pavement-like chord changes … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: Lawrence Arabia, Bearhug @ Green Room Lounge, Sydney (03/07/12)
There is a great looking line-up hitting the Kings Arms on the 22nd May for The Sugarloaf Shakedown to raise funds for the Christchurch music scene in the wake of the recent earthquake that devastated the South Island city. Bands will play on the hour from 3pm and include: The Bats Lawrence Arabia The Drab Doo-Riffs Street Chant Dictaphone Blues Princess Chelsea Tickets $20, available now … Continue reading NEWS: Christchurch Music Scene Fundraiser …
New Zealand’s Lawrence Arabia (aka James Milne) has been a prolific musician on the NZ music scene over the last few years. With his band The Reduction Agents and stints with both the Ruby Suns and The Brunettes he is a man well versed in melodic indie pop songs. On his second solo album Chant Darling he ups the ante with sweet harmonies, nagging dark … Continue reading REVIEW: LAWRENCE ARABIA – Chant Darling
Dan Deacon, Beaches, High Places, Lawrence Arabia, Mark Barrage. Oxford Art Factory February 27th 2009 Mistletone had a big year in 2008 releasing a raft of indie albums from Beaches, High Places, El Guincho and Beach House. They’ve started off 2009 with a bang and should be commended for putting on the Summer Tones festival in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney, which highlighted a nicely varied … Continue reading REVIEW: SUMMERTONES Festival Live
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