Aitch: Hits, Heart, and New Horizons
Ahead of his Splendour slot and his long-delayed Australia tour, Manchester emcee Aitch talks about his new single “Baby,” his love for the camera, and what we can expect from 2022.
The Return of Montgomery
Synth-pop purveyor Montgomery dropped an EP, found a fan in Taylor Swift, and all but vanished for a half-decade — now, following a seachange, she’s back with her second effort.
Jonathan Richetts, Wildboy
Brooklyn-based multipotentialite Jonathan Richetts is many things, but on his debut EP Culdesac Vol. 1: Wildboy, he’s something a little unfamiliar — the star of his own story.
Saba, From Nothing to Abundance
On Few Good Things, Saba is older, wiser, and looking back on his story — the highs, the lows, and the timeless challenges faced over generations of family.
Mildlife: Turning a destabilising year into their most successful yet
Amongst Melbourne’s 2021 lockdown, we speak to Mildlife about turning tour disappointments into their new film, Live from South Channel Island.
HUSH FORTE: Looking Closer, Speaking Louder
It’s been a tumultuous year for all, but Broward-born producer HUSH FORTE has rolled with the punches, finding a new home, a new vision, and a new voice – his own.
Meet MINOE, the Canadian musician making magic out of swirling and sultry R&B
On her new single Might Be, Canadian R&B artist MINOE fuses passions, convictions, and sobering realisations with wordless melodies and sweeping synths.
The uneasy beauty of Tirzah: “I didn't have any expectations.”
On her sophomore album Colourgrade, London’s Tirzah builds on her intricately spacious sound, diving into the passions of her new familial life.
Listen to Peas, a sound-building new single from Melbourne's Convenience Store
On the release of their new single ‘Peas’, Naarm indie duo Convenience Store talk patience, influence, collaboration and post-pandemic plans.
Tommy Genesis Is Born Again: “I love the idea of reinvention.”
In the moments before Goldilocks X, Tommy Genesis takes time to talk reinvention, inspiration, vulnerability, and the importance of creative control.
BERWYN is taking over the world, and there’s no time for sleep
He’s worked with Drake and Richard Russell, shared two acclaimed mixtapes and now, is nominated for the Mercury Prize. BERWYN’s time is here.
Don’t Forget Cola Boyy, California's “disabled disco innovator”
On his solo debut, Oxnard’s Cola Boyy cuts shimmering disco for the post-COVID dancefloor, rich with punk-ready lyrics and calls to action.
Changephobia, and Rostam's journey in embracing change
Changephobia, the second record from Rostam, is a pivot and a culmination, furnishing new ideas with his production prowess.
Celebrating 20 years of Since I Left You with The Avalanches
As they celebrate 20 years of their infamous debut album with rarities and remixes, we dissect the history of one of Australia’s greatest albums with the band who made it.
Introducing Inkswel, the producer fusing worlds with his new album, Astral Love
On Astral Love, his new solo record, the Adelaide-via-Berlin producer Inkswel fuses his eclectic list of friends and collaborators with his house-infused hip-hop palette.
The Chilly, Exhilarating Notes of Native Son
Ano Chrispin almost gave up on music… but when the pandemic switched things up, the versatile artist returned to old habits, turning out ‘Metro Dread,’ a gorgeous record that examines race, identity, belonging, cynicism, and the relentless pace of the everyday.
Suede Seats at Jaywop’s House
In the wake of his excellent debut album, Suede, Tacoma-by-Phoenix emcee Jaywop is making big moves – and they’re all going according to his grand, ambitious plan.
Listen to an existential new single from Albert Salt, Think It's Time To Get A Job
On his new single, Melbourne indie-pop artist Albert Salt digs deep into a crisis of creative confidence and emerges with a glistening slice of sobering pop.
An Interstellar Spectacle: A review of The Avalanches, live
At the first stop of their We Will Always Love You tour, The Avalanches gifted their hometown a vibrant, life-affirming dance party filled with pop palettes and dedications.
Introducing one-to-watch Rob Edwards, and his returning single Lonely Lover
The stirring new single from the Adelaide-based artist marks his first material since his debut in 2017.