Not a lot of good came from Channel Ten’s failed reality talent quest, The X Factor. The series winner’s Random, had two forgettable singles and faded into oblivion. Mark Holden embarrassed himself further. But there was a shining light in the lacklustre affair. It introduced Australia to Kaya.
These unconventional stars, with bare feet, quirky songs, […]
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Eskimo Joe are the latest Aussie sensation to land a US record deal. The Perth indie rockers will head to America next month to celebrate their international success.
Alternative record label Ryko will release the group’s award-winning album, Black Fingernails, Red Wine, in September. The album’s spawned […]
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Old Man River’s infectious single “La” is the perfect antidote for the cold Australian winter. This catchy pop slice reminds me of warm sand between my toes and lazy summer weekends.
The irresistible ditty has become a surprise smash in Italy, racing up the national airplay charts. The song is sitting pretty at number 19 on […]
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The Brits are going wild for Brisbane’s bubble gum punksters, Operator Please.
The Aussie quintet has just been added to the lineup for next month’s Reading and Leeds festivals. Their hyperactive single “Just a Song About Ping Pong” has also been added to London’s BBC Radio […]
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As if “The Prayer” wasn’t demanding enough, pint-sized pop star Anthony Callea plans to take up a new challenge. He’s signed on to join the cast of the acclaimed opera, Dead Man Walking.
This is Anthony’ first live theatre role, and despite some early […]
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With a sound reminiscent of Pat Benatar and Suzi Quatro, Mia Dyson is sure to make a splash when she arrives in America this week.
The 25-year-old Victorian displays maturity beyond her years, with a world-weary voice and amazing guitar skills.
Mia also counts Eric Clapton and Bonnie Raitt, […]
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I have a confession to make: I love the 1980s. It’s not the coolest thing for a music blogger to admit, but the frivolity and fun of the decade that fashion forgot always makes me smile. And so I had high expectations for Kate Ceberano’s latest release, Nine Lime Avenue.
The album showcases Kate’s favourite tunes […]
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Does it ever seem like music is going soft? If you like your rock served straight up and dirty, you’ll want to check out Melbourne band Airbourne.
Their latest single “Too Much, Too Hard, Too Fast” forced Australia to sit up and take notice, and the rest of the […]
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There must be something in the water. Following the successful reunions of Crowded House and The Saints comes the news AC/DC are planning a comeback.
It’s been seven years since Australia’s original hard rockers released their last studio album, Stiff Upper Lip, but they finally have another one in the works.
“Malcolm and Angus [Young] are in […]
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Australia’s national capital isn’t exactly synonymous with country music. But Canberrans who like their music with a bit of twang will be happy to hear the genre’s newest star, Amber Lawrence, will perform a free show at Rose Cottage next month.
The old saying that […]
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