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LASHES Unveils Cinematic Hyper-pop Anthem with New Single "Avalanche For You"

LASHES is back with another electrifying single, "Avalanche For You," once again teaming up with frequent collaborator Michael Belsar (known for his work with Hayden James and Bob Moses). The song is a hyperpop, cinematic masterpiece that began its journey in 2022 under the working title "Final

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Launceston's Junction Arts Festival breaks the mold once again

Launceston’s annual Junction Arts Festival is a celebration of art, performance, and music, set against the backdrop of the still cold but vibrant call of spring. This festival offers a unique exploration of contrasts, light and dark, cold and warmth. It’s a vibrant showcase where artists, musicians, and

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Pop-Punk Chaos in Hobart: Jackson Simpson Reviews '1800-PAINLESS' Tour

Altar hosted a pop punk frenzy on August 17, with Teenage Joans, Between You & Me and Offset Vision hitting the stage to deliver an onslaught of emo tunes on a Saturday night.  Kicking off the night, Offset Vision brought their blend of melodic hardcore and emo to the stage.

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From Darkness to Dawn: Paris Paloma's Journey Through Trauma and Triumph in Debut Album 'Cacophony'

As Paris Paloma watched her friends skim stones across Brighton Beach, she felt a shift in her energy. After a long period of personal trauma, it was as if life was beginning to take shape again, like warmth returning to numb fingertips. With a delicate sheath of lyrics in mind,

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Queenie Emerges Stronger in 'New Moult'

Queenie's latest release, "New Moult", is a transformative journey through a diverse spectrum of emotions and experiences. The album, brimming with raw, unfiltered energy, showcases Queenie's ability to express and explore her deeply personal narratives into universally relatable themes. With 11 tracks that blend

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Berlin Tourist Unveils Debut Single "Get Out"

The music scene is buzzing with the arrival of Berlin Tourist, the solo project of Naarm (Melbourne)-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Tom Lee. With the release of their debut single "Get Out" Berlin Tourist offers a charged and captivating introduction, blending lo-fi dark wave with gothic post-punk guitar,

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Blue Vedder Returns with New Single "Freaking Out" A Fresh Chapter in Dream-Pop Evolution

Naarm's (Melbourne) shoe-gaze and dream-pop luminaries, Blue Vedder, are back in the spotlight with their brand-new single, "Freaking Out". Marking their first release of 2024, the track showcases the band's distinctive blend of ethereal soundscapes and rock-infused energy, capturing a delicate balance between light

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The Comfort Returns with an Electrifying New Single "The Weight of the World"

Australian alt-rock trio, The Comfort, have made a powerful return with their latest single, "The Weight of the World". A blend of atmospheric soundscapes, intimate lyricism, and undeniable energy

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Jackson Simpson Reviews Polaris at the Odeon Theatre: A High-Energy Triumph in Hobart

As Polaris’ regional tour was winding to a close, you’d almost mistake this for the beginning, as the boys showed no signs of fatigue. The Sydney-based metal-core giants, known for their high-energy shows

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Hayden Calnin Captures the Mystery and Magic of Light in His Enchanting 2024 EP 'All Kinds of Light'

American Songwriter, Atwood Magazine, Beat Magazine, and The Guardian. He has also shared stages with artists like Tom Odell and The Antlers and landed high-profile film and television syncs, including placements in Suits, The Good Doctor, The Vampire Diaries, and So You Think You Can Dance US

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Jackson Simpson's Review: King Parrot Unleashes Chaos and Grind-Core Fury Across Tasmania

Bringing with them; huge riffs, brutal grind-core, and utter chaos. King Parrot’s shows, which spanned across Devonport, Launceston, and Hobart.

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Wild Rivers: Embracing Authenticity and Achieving New Heights

Since the release of "Sidelines", Wild Rivers has continued to gain momentum. They were nominated for Breakthrough Group of The Year at the 2023 JUNO Awards, obtained over 800 million global streams, and reached 4 million monthly listeners on Spotify.

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Punk Duo Reunites and Redefines with Comeback Album 'HEAVY JELLY'

For a good few years, it looked shaky as to whether Isaac Holman and Laurie Vincent would ever be able to find their way forward to this place: rejuvenated and refreshed both as a band and, most importantly, as mates.

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Reflective Lyrics and Raw Talent: Inside Josh Dawes' 'Twins Sport'

The idea for Twins Sport emerged at the end of 2019. The band’s founder, Josh Dawes decided to transition from years of playing bass in Flyying Colours to starting his own project, taking on the roles of guitarist, singer, and sole songwriter.

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Bukowski's Triumphant Return: From Creative Hiatus to 'Superweak' - An Exclusive Interview with James 'Bassy' Karagiozis

With their latest single 'Superweak' now released, we managed to chat with James “Bassy” Karagiozis about the single and the origins of Bukowski. The band originated back in early 2016 when two friends, James (Bassy) and Benji had just met, recently moving to Melbourne.

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Serendipiti Unveils 'Distance': A Journey of Long-Distance Love and Loss

Serendipiti latest release 'Distance' is the first chapter of her debut concept EP. This work serves as a musical diary, with each track representing a different stage in a story of long-distance love and loss

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It's Riley Pearce's Turn Now

Perth-based singer-songwriter Riley Pearce has unveiled his highly anticipated second album, 'It's Your Turn Now'. This new release promises to captivate listeners with its heartfelt exploration of the transformative journey into parenthood.

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Harper Unveils His Most Vulnerable Single Yet ‘37’

Born in the UK and raised in Sydney, Harper is as nostalgic as he is present in the ever-shifting modern world. After spending years in various acts as a touring multi-instrumentalist, producer and songwriter, he burst onto the scene in 2023 with a string of energetic single releases

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Hockey Dad returns with 'Rebuild Repeat'

The Australian indie rock duo, Hockey Dad are back again with their 4th studio album 'Rebuild Repeat. Their roots date back to the early 2000s with their first album 'Boronia' in 2016.

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Goldthrone Shines with Radiant New EP 'Sunbreather'

Goldthrone, the Launceston (Tasmania) 5 piece hardcore-rock band are back with their first studio EP 'Sunbreather'. Featuring their featured releases this year such as: 'Someone to Count on', 'Scale It Down', and 'Homeworld'

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Good in Small Doses

After slowly releasing singles such as: 'Danger Danger', 'Electrocutie', and 'Old Soft Shoe', which can all be found on the debut album, alongside some new tracks to produce a 10-track album filled with melodic, stylish and brimming with power.

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Haydn Robertson

Haydn took photography seriously around the age of 15. An old Minolta x300 SLR and a school darkroom opened up the technical wonders of photography. As a budding musician, Haydn started capturing moments at school gigs and experimenting with friends during weekends.

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Money Talks, Bullish*t Walks

For those stepping into the realm of professional photography, navigating pricing structures can feel like a never ending struggle and a tiresome journey. Wade Whitington, a seasoned photographer with over six years of experience, offers insights into the intricacies of pricing, packages and client relations. Wade confesses to a journey

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'Triumph and Disaster'

As the autumn leaves begin to fall, Melbourne (and occasionally Paris)-based Vanderlay has released a new track.

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MISSIO 'I Am Cinco'

a union of two longtime friends, Matthew Brue and David Butler, who not only create music but foster a movement of fans worldwide drawn to their unique blend of sounds and sentiments.