Live Music, Culture and Art in Wollongong/South Coast as well as Sydney and regional NSW
Mark Cassius, the artist behind Neo Stereo, distils over 25 years of musical expertise into a sound that is both unfiltered and intensely passionate, re-engaging the boundaries of contemporary indie pop rock. With the release of Runaway, a highlight from his acclaimed album Night Bird, Neo Stereo once again demonstrates a keen ability to innovate within the genre. Runaway commences with ethereal key sounds...
Thursday June 13, 2024 Avalanche’s Armed To The Teeth detonates in the realm of hard rock like a thunderous roar from the underworld, capturing the band’s unfiltered essence. This track is a fierce, unapologetic declaration of their sonic supremacy. From the opening riff, it grips you with a visceral jolt of adrenaline. Incendiary guitars cut through the...
Thursday June 13, 2024 Rachael Coltrona’s new single, Notting Hill, is a small revelation, a song that sees the world through the lens of personal loss and comes out the other side with something likepop grace. It’s an exploration that began with a serendipitous moment in London, one of those fleeting instants that transforms into something far...
Tuesday May 28, 2024 On their latest release, Mary Jane, Shotgun Mistress revitalizes Australia’s rock heritage, blending classic, blues-infused rock with a bold contemporary flair. This track marks a significant point in the band’s evolution, weaving together the rich traditions of Australian rock with ambitious, forward-thinking musical elements. From the outset, Mary Janeestablishes its credentials with a...
Tuesday May 28, 2024 Australian artist RIFF’s latest single, The Mirror, delves into profound themes of personal trauma, resilience, and the path to self-discovery. Unlike typical indie rock tracks, this song provides an unflinching look at the artist’s experiences, particularly focusing on the emotional scars left by narcissistic abuse. The Mirror opens with a blend of haunting rock-fuelled guitars and lush strings,...
Tuesday May 28, 2024 Australian singer-songwriter Taylor Sheridan, known for his evocative storytelling and soulful acoustic vibes, continues his exploration of intimate landscapes with his new single, This Town. A standout track from his forthcoming debut album, Troubadour, This Town weaves a poignant narrative of heartache and the haunting echoes of past loves that linger in familiar streets. Following...
By Ben Nicol Solo Tour – WIN Entertainment Centre 09/05/2024 May 10, 2024 Nick Cave wrapped up his New South Wales run of solo shows in style in front of a sizeable crowd at Wollongong’s Win Entertainment Centre. The usually enigmatic showman dropped the theatrics in favour of a barebones and intimate atmosphere, bolstered by...
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Monday April 29, 2024 In the realm of contemporary Australian rock, a new chapter is being authored with audacious authority by Shotgun Mistress, through their latest single Shot Down. Emerging from their forthcoming second album, Kings Of The Revolution, this track not merely punctuates the airwaves; it attempts to carve into the very fabric of what contemporary rock aspires to embody. Shot Down is...
Monday April 29, 2024 In the ever-shifting sands of the music scene, Kayla Krystin’s latest single, I Get Up and Run, dropping on March 22, 2024, plants a flag firmly at the crossroads of genre fusion. With a backdrop that oscillates between the pulsating energy of dance and the raw, emotive pull of contemporary country pop, Krystin’s...
