Matt Andersen, an honest man
Canada’s Matt Andersen has one of the most extraordinarily soulful and powerful voices you’re ever likely to hear. It’s the kind of voice that…
The Vinyl Revival: BIGSOUND reflects
Is the resurgence in vinyl records a fad, or is it here to stay? As everything else moves towards the shared space, the physical…
William Crighton – In Search of a Deeper Connection
There’s a refreshing honesty in William Crighton’s work. His self-titled debut album taps into the rich vein of Australian life through his soulful story…
Harts: Number One on Every Planet?
Darren Hart, or just “Harts” as he’s known in the music world is a phenomenal talent. Virtuoso is a term that applies to only…
BIGSOUND 2016 | Australia. The World. The Future.
As we immerse ourselves in an ever globalised world where do Australian musicians sit within the cultural spectrum? And more to the point, what…
Album review: Active Galactic | The Delta Riggs
It all started last Friday afternoon. I was cranking out some new tunes when my wife rushed in and, instead of the usual “turn…
O Death: Karl S. Williams
There’s no doubt that Karl S. Williams marches to the beat of his own drum. In an age where popular music is made to…
Neville Staple: Rude Boy
The original Rude Boy Neville Staple returns to Australia for a series of dates, playing the Miami Shark Bar on 5 August. The former…
Tracy McNeil & The GoodLife: Thieves
Tracy McNeil has quickly built a reputation as one of our finest songwriters. Originally from Canada, Tracy has called Melbourne home for that last…
Album Review: Tracy McNeil & The GoodLife | Thieves
Sometimes you put a record on and you instantly know you’re going to love it. It’s almost impossible to rationalise why and there’s really…