King Khan & The Shrines are exactly what soul and funk music should be – loud, fun, sexy, loose and entertaining. They are a band that knows when to seduce and when to incite reckless dancing and thats exactly what they did at the Oxford Art Factory. Sydney’s Royal Headache warmed the crowd with a curious and captivating mix of garage-pop and rock & roll … Continue reading REVIEW: KING KHAN & THE SHRINES @ OAF, Sydney 06/01/10
Hype can be a poison arrow sometimes with excess praise heaped on a band by high profile dictators of taste. In the case of Vivian Girls, their rise to fame has polarised many. Some people love their hazy droning jangle pop that filters detuned girl-group harmonies through garage rock and indie while others dismiss them as tuneless, repetitive and atonal. Their Australian tour gave us … Continue reading REVIEW: VIVIAN GIRLS @ Spectrum, Sydney (25/09/09)
Enmore Theatre | Sydney NSW Australia | January 29 2009 The recent online posting by Ryan Adams explaining his intention to step away from the Cardinals and music in general came as a surprise to many people. When you read the full content of the blog it becomes clear that he is seeking a new balance in his life with writing being one new passion. … Continue reading REVIEW: Ryan Adams & The Cardinals
Doubtful Sounds 