As the leader of Australia’s raucous country rockers Wagons, Henry Wagons has carved a formidable reputation as both a songwriter and performer. His performances can be hilariously confronting but the theatricality never overshadows the heart of the music. Earlier this year Henry abandoned the band in favour of recording his first solo record After What I Did Last Night, an … [Read more...]
Matt Andersen – 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 hits you like a force 10 gale – once you’ve heard him sing you know you’ve witnessed something remarkable. Unsurprisingly he’s been building a global fan base on the strength of his live performances across North America, Europe and … [Read more...]
Gabriella Cohen – Sever The Walls
There was a big vibe on Gabriella Cohen at Brisbane's Bigsound music conference in September this year. I'd seen a clip of one of her songs prior to the conference and wasn't overly excited, but like any passionate music fan I'm always on the lookout for a new sensation. Gabriella's gig during the conference was a knockout, such a different vibe from the solo acoustic song I'd … [Read more...]
All Lost – Jack Grace
Jack Grace releases his debut EP River today. The single All Lost is a stunning piece of work - a slice of electronica carrying a remarkable emotional depth. All Lost drips with warmth, heart and melancholy. No surprise that there have been comparisons to James Blake and Thom Yorke, but Kanye West - really? To me this track is more akin with some of Moby's more elegant work … [Read more...]
Katy Steele – It Ain’t Me
Little Birdy's last album Confetti (2009) was a stunning record full of pure pop gems like Summarize, Brother (featuring Paul Kelly) and the gorgeous Stay Wild. Despite the album going top 10, none of the singles from the record enjoyed the same success, although Brother did make JJJ's Hottest 100. It must have been a big disappointment for this fab indie pop band because … [Read more...]