Backseat Downunder
Premiere: ‘Silence is Golden’ but you really have to hear the glorious new single from Sydney supergroup Victoria.
Back in 2023, Sydney supergroup Victoria released their magnificent debut album ‘Treats’ which perfectly captured the vicissitudes of life with warmth and compassion, wrapped up in a series of tracks that positively sparkled (see my 9.5/10 review here). Now, two years later we are exceedingly honoured to give you an exclusive taste of their new single …
Live Gallery: Kacey Musgraves Brings A Poised, Reflective Performance to the Sydney Opera House 18.11.2025
Kacey Musgraves delivers a focused and graceful performance at the Sydney Opera House, offering a clear, warm, and elegant showcase of the songwriting and vocal control that have defined her rise over the past decade.
Live Gallery: Opeth at The Sydney Opera House – Eora Land, 18.11.25
Yesterday was night two of Opeth‘s sold-out run at the Sydney Opera House. The crowd was attentive, devoted and full of fans who’ve been riding this band’s evolution album by album, era by era. It felt like a truly special opportunity to absorb the weight of that history in a venue literally designed to make …
Premiere: Supergoup The Silversound provide us with an excusive listen to their shimmering psychedelic new track ‘Rose City’ ahead of launch gig and new album.
We are honoured to premiere the new single ‘Rose City’ from Naarm/Melbourne supergroup The Silversound with a membership that reads like a who’s who of the Australian rock scene. The band consists of Shane O’Mara, guitarist, has played/recorded with Paul Kelly, Tim Rogers, Lisa Miller, Rob Snarski, Chris Wilson and many more. Andrew Tanner (vocals, …
Live Review & Gallery: Night Lovell, Haarper, and Standout Opener MUDRAT – Liberty Hall, Eora Land/Sydney, 16.11.25
Night Lovell and Haarper playing the same show already felt like someone stacked the deck in any fan’s favour. Then I saw MUDRAT was opening, and honestly, that was the part I was most curious about. I have been trying to catch them live for ages. MUDRAT didn’t waste time. No big entrance, no drawn-out …
News: Katatonia Bring New Album to Australia & NZ for 2026 Tour
Katatonia return to Australia and New Zealand in 2026, performing songs from their new album Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State along with highlights from their three-decade catalogue.
News: Frank Turner & Bowling for Soup Announce 2026 Co-Headline Australian Tour
Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls and Bowling for Soup will join forces for the Bowling My Bones co-headline tour in May 2026, playing eight dates across Australia including the Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Fremantle.
News: Judith Hill Announces 2026 Australian Tour for Letters from a Black Widow
Judith Hill will tour Australia in May 2026, performing seven shows in support of her new album Letters from a Black Widow, a project rooted in family collaboration, reflection and renewal.
News: Playlunch Reveal 29-Date Sex Ed Regional Tour After Breakout Year
Playlunch will embark on a 29-date Sex Ed Regional Tour from December to May, following a breakout year that included ARIA chart success, viral single “Keith,” two J Award nominations and a rapidly growing national fanbase.
Live Review + Photo Galleries: We Lost The Sea and follow at Altar Bar, Friday 07.11.2025
Two bands, six guitarists, two bass players, two drummers and one keyboard player…..and not a vocalist (or a microphone stand) to be seen. This was the reality of Friday night’s show at Hobart’s Altar Bar, with Sydney’s post-rock maestros, We Lost The Sea teaming up with Tasmania’s up-and-coming post-rock wonderkids, follow (deliberately lowercase) for the …