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Guitar Rock, Metal/Hard Rock

LIVE REVIEW: Shihad @ The Annandale, Sydney 21/08/10

written by Chris Familton Shihad are one of those bands that generates debate over their various career moves. There was the ill-fated name change to Pacifier in a bid for overseas success and the subtle and not so subtle stylistic shifts with each new each album. The diehard fans, particularly the New Zealanders who cottoned on early to the band’s greatness, still call for songs … Continue reading LIVE REVIEW: Shihad @ The Annandale, Sydney 21/08/10

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Indie Rock, Live Reviews, Post-Punk

REVIEW: Cabins @ Melt, Sydney 20/08/10

written by Chris Familton 57th Street kicked things off with an impressive and assured set that harked back to the golden years of early britpop and madchester where psych, rock and pop collided with a dance aesthetic. The vocals were a tough and baggy hybrid of Ian Brown and Liam Gallagher that stretched out over some wonderful shoegaze guitar and super-catchy bass. Step-Panther took a … Continue reading REVIEW: Cabins @ Melt, Sydney 20/08/10

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MP3

MP3: Download The Bats 09 Primavera set in full…

From what I’ve found, New York City’s WFMU looks to be pretty much the best radio station in the US (tell me if I’m wrong!) and they do a great job at recording gigs and posting them online. Primavera last year saw a brilliant lineup and resulted in the posting of the full set from New Zealand’s The Bats. Full of some of their best songs … Continue reading MP3: Download The Bats 09 Primavera set in full…

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News, Video

NEWS: SOUNDGARDEN to release retrospective Telephantasm…

Fresh from their Chicago club show (see video at end of post) and return to Lollapalooza over the weekend, Soundgarden have announced that they will be releasing a retrospective called Telephantasm on September 28th. In their own words: It is with great pleasure that we can finally let you all know what we have been working on. On September 28th, we will be releasing a … Continue reading NEWS: SOUNDGARDEN to release retrospective Telephantasm…

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Live Reviews

REVIEW: OM @ Factory Theatre, Sydney 17/07/10

written by Chris Familton Out of the ashes of the mighty Sleep came Om, a duo comprised of drums and bass but conjuring so much more in atmospherics and power than just a rhythm section would suggest. Fast forward to the Factory Theatre and finally Sydney fans had the chance to experience the band live, with new drummer Emil Amos (ex Grails) and a third … Continue reading REVIEW: OM @ Factory Theatre, Sydney 17/07/10

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Video

Metal Momentz: The Big Four cover Diamond Head…

The Big Four tour that many thought would bnever come to fruition is winging its way around the world at the moment as well as being broadcast in movie theatres for those who can’t get to the shows. Check HERE for details on screenings in your country/city. In the meantime you can watch members of Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax getting together onstage in Sofia … Continue reading Metal Momentz: The Big Four cover Diamond Head…

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Live Reviews

REVIEW: THE BATS @ OAF, Sydney 23/04/10

written by Chris Familton The Bats returned to Sydney for the 2nd time in two years, a treat for fans of their low key strum and jangle that has sees them ambling towards their thirtieth year with their reputation and continued creativity intact. This time they upgraded from the Hopetoun to the more club-like OAF and attracted a larger crowd as a result. Sydney’s The … Continue reading REVIEW: THE BATS @ OAF, Sydney 23/04/10

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Live Reviews

REVIEW: Ricky Peterson & The Peterson Brothers with Sheila E. @ The Basement, Sydney (23/05/10)

A pot-luck gathering with the first family of Minneapolis written by Razza G On a cold Sunday night in Sydney it’s an effort to leave the house, and that effort can set you to muttering “This better be worth it.” Or, as the woman standing next to me says, “Tough crowd to warm up.” That unenviable task falls to Professor Groove and the Booty Affair, … Continue reading REVIEW: Ricky Peterson & The Peterson Brothers with Sheila E. @ The Basement, Sydney (23/05/10)

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Live Reviews

REVIEW: SIMON CARTER @ Spectrum, Sydney 30/04/10

written by Chris Famiton In this day and age pop music is somewhat of a dirty word now that it has been acquired and bastardised by hip hop, r&b and dance music. Melodic pop of the guitar kind gets called indie or tagged with some new hipster-ism to make it seem like a new revelation. Friday night at Spectrum saw two acts that proudly embrace … Continue reading REVIEW: SIMON CARTER @ Spectrum, Sydney 30/04/10

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News

REVIEW: THE CULT @ Big Top Luna Park, Sydney (06/05/10)

written by Chris Familton In support, The Black Ryder did a great job filling the cavernous venue with their droning psych rock. Featuring tracks from Buy The Ticket, Take The Ride, the band have developed into a great sounding live band. Aimee Nash was sultry and at times menacing while Scott Von Ryper worked his guitar pedals industriously. The swelling crowd were more receptive than … Continue reading REVIEW: THE CULT @ Big Top Luna Park, Sydney (06/05/10)

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