Category: Releases

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Darcy Lane Floors Me With New Single “Bored”

Eora/Sydney indie pop artist Darcy Lane has totally won me over with her latest single “Bored”. It’s got a fresh sound, but it’s the raw lyrics that really got me. Make sure you tap into them, because they are so powerful.

“This song is really about all the feelings that come with rejection,” Darcy explained. “I feel like we live in a world where there is always the next best thing and that can be really challenging at times. It’s easy to be tempted by things that are shiny and new but that doesn’t always mean it is better. ‘Bored’ was intended to ultimately call out someone that ran away just in case there was someone better out there. I often wonder if they have found it yet.”

“Bored” comes from Darcy’s debut EP Heartquakes, which will drop on September 2. Get a sneaky early listen to some of its songs when she launches the single at Beach Road Hotel in Eora/Bondi on August 26.

Image used with permission from Good Intent; credit: Tara Johnson

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Sky Cave Launch Emotional New Single, “Fall”

Boorloo/Perth rock act Sky Cave may be one of the West’s best-kept secrets. They’ve sold out shows throughout the state, including on Rottnest Island. With the release of their fantastic new track “Fall,” the cat could be out of the bag.

Like so many great rock songs, “Fall” comes from a really raw place. After losing two close friends last year, lead singer Oliver Quinlan channelled his pain into this song.

“This song is about being there for each other through chaotic times. It was based around the theme of the feeling individuals can experience when the world and their surroundings become too much for them to handle. Sometimes all it can take is one person’s support to change your whole mindset,’’ the band explained.

Rearrange your plans, because Sky Cave are launching the single tonight at Mojo’s Bar in Walyalup/Fremantle.

Image used with permission from Beehive PR; credit: Kyle Bromley

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Dream Dali Drops Wicked New Single, “Wicked Sunday”

Its name suggests I should wait until the weekend to share, but Dream Dali’s latest track “Wicked Sunday” provides the sort of pick-me-up most of us need midweek I think. With glorious synths and electric guitars, it’s a total retro throwback, in the best possible way. If you love ‘80s acts that combined new wave and rock sounds like Icehouse and Pseudo Echo, this will be right up your alley.

“‘Wicked Sunday’ is written about those times when you wake to a huge weight of the day,” explained the band’s lead singer, Aldous Emerson. “Exploring depression and trying to build yourself back up when you feel people have let you down.”

Is it time for a mid-morning dance break? I think so!

Image used with permission from Kick Push PR

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Nocturnal Animals Offer “A Simple Fuck You”

Around Hump Day, it’s normal to feel a little angsty. Whether the working week is grinding you down or you’ve got other stresses in your life, you’re going to love the high-energy, hilariously tongue-in-cheek new single from Tarndanya/Adelaide punk act Nocturnal Animals. Called “A Simple Fuck You,” this track is made to be played loud. Although, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got headphones if you share an office!

“‘A Simple Fuck You’ is a song that keeps it short & sweet,” the band said. “It’s a simple fuck you done with a smile.”

Fresh from supporting Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, Nocturnal Animals are ready to headline their own shows. Check them out on their single tour:

20 August 2022 – Bendigo Hotel (Upstairs), Naarm/Melbourne
27 August 2022 – Low Life Bar (Downstairs), Tarndanya/Adelaide
3 September 2022 – Bootleggers (Kelly’s Upstairs), Warrane/Sydney

Image used with permission from Ruckus PR

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Swipe Right on Sunday Sesh’s “Tinder”

Given the end of the weekend is here, I thought it was the perfect time to introduce you to the latest Sunday Sesh single. Called “Tinder”, it’s an energetic indie punk-rock track that deserves to be heard loud.

These guys have spent the last year playing gigs with the likes of Radolescent, Ruby Fields, and Drunk Mums. With tracks like this, it’s only a matter of time before we see them headlining their own shows.

Image used with permission from Footstomp Music

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Adam Harvey and Beccy Cole Reunite For Another Album and Tour

Everyone deserves a friend like Adam Harvey. A friend who doesn’t just reach out when you’re doing it tough, but really steps up to make you feel better.

“A few months ago when I wasn’t doing so well, my friend Adam Harvey checked in on me every week or so,” fellow Central Coast-based country artist Beccy Cole shared on social media. “He asked if there was anything he could do and I said ‘you could tour with me again, they are my happiest times.’ So he changed his year around and orchestrated this whole project. He said if I got better he would tour with me till the bloody wheels fall off! That’s what you call a friend.”

That project was The Great Country Songbook Volume 3, a sequel to the Great Country Songbook Volume 2 they released in 2017. I revisited that album yesterday and was so struck by the genuine love that radiates from these recordings. Adam and Beccy may be the closest Australia has to Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, and not just because they do a mean cover of “Islands in the Stream”!

As we await the album’s release, it’s time to get excited about that tour. Expect music, stories, and plenty of laughs when Adam and Beccy visit your town.

9 September 2022 – Northern Beaches Bowls Club, Yuibera Country/Mackay
10 September 2022 – The World Theatre, Gudjal Country/Charters Towers
11 September 2022 – Dalrymple Hotel, Bindal and Wulgurukaba Country/Townsville
15 September 2022 – Brolga Theatre, Tuaggra/Maryborough
16 September 2022 – Twin Towns Services Club, Goodjinburra Country/Tweed Heads
17 September 2022 – Caloundra RSL, Cullowundoor/Caloundra
18 September 2022 – City Golf Club, Tawampa/Toowoomba
23 September 2022 – Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, Wiradjuri Country/Bathurst
24 September 2022 – Penrith Panthers, Darug Country/Penrith
29 September 2022 – Lighthouse Theatre, Dhauwurd Wurrung Country/Warrnambool
30 September 2022 – York On Lilydale, Wurundjeri Country/Mount Evelyn
1 October 2022 – Palais Theatre, Wadawurrung Country/Geelong
8 October 2022 – Red Hill Auditorium, Boorloo/Perth
14 October 2022 – The Street Theatre, Ngambri/Canberra
15 October 2022 – Anita’s Theatre, Wodi Wodi Country/Thirroul
16 October 2022 – Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Wiradjuri Country/Wagga Wagga

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Tommy Harris Releases Fantastic Pop Track, “Say Goodbye”

Tommy Harris has just dropped his poptastic new single “Say Goodbye,” and I can’t stop listening. Tommy’s voice has an honesty and warmth about it that’s so compelling. I also love the way he’s built on a simple acoustic guitar melody with fresh beats that drive the track along.

“‘Say Goodbye’ was actually one of those songs that just wrote itself in like a day cos the emotions and what I was feeling was hitting so hard. It’s about finding the right person at the wrong time and being forced to end things with someone really special even if neither of you want to,” Tommy explained. “The circumstances weren’t on our side and ending a connection like that when you’re only getting started is one of the hardest things to do. It’s all about having to say goodbye even though it’s the last thing you want.”

Tommy grew up near the ocean in Kulin Country/Sandringham but he recently packed up his childhood and headed for the big smoke in Eora/Sydney to focus on his music. Hopefully that means we’ll be hearing a lot more him soon.

Image used with permission from The PR Files

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Jacob Fitzgerald Rocks Out With “Muse”

Naarm/Melbourne-based artist Jacob Fitzgerald serves up a slice of classic rock with his bold new single “Muse”. This is an irresistible track with a killer bass line and plenty of swagger.

“Essentially, there are times where I’m writing about love/lust, but I’m not actively in love or possessing a similar feeling. In those situations, I found I naturally gravitate to basing the subject around this one particular person,” Jacob explained. “To be honest, I don’t even really know her, but she somehow is tattooed into my subconscious and is someone I can draw inspiration from EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. I dunno, she just has the ‘thing’.”

A track this energetic is going to only get better in the live arena, so Jacob and his band are heading on tour. Catch them supporting Selfish Sons at the following shows:

6 August 2022 – Stay Gold, Naarm/Melbourne
12 August 2022 – The Zoo, Meeanjin/Brisbane
13 August 2022 – Hotel Carrington, Meeanjin/Brisbane
14 August 2022 – The Bearded Dragon, Yugambeh/Tambourine
19 August 2022 – Burleigh Bazaar, Yugambeh/Gold Coast
20 August 2022 – The Great Club, Eora/Sydney

Image used with permission from Good Intent

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SULT Release Fun New Single “Ick”

Woolyungah/Wollongong sister act SULT have just dropped their banger of a new single “ICK”. If you’ve recently experienced some ick in your life, you’ll want to blast this one.

“As a whole the song is inspired by the now popular term ‘the ick’ – where attraction to a current or potential partner is suddenly flipped to a feeling of disgust,” explained Cori York. “[Twin sister] Paige and I have both had multiple experiences of ‘the ick’.”

Experiencing the ick is no fun, but listening to this song about it really is. If you like what you hear, catch SULT at one of their upcoming gigs:

20 August 2022 – The Chippo Hotel, Eora/Chippendale (supporting Kingdom Calm)
27 August 2022 – Factory Theatre, Bulanaming/Marrickville (supporting Caravana Sun)
9 September 2022 – Beaches, Thirroul
1 October 2022 – Botany View Hotel, Eora/Newtown
3 December 2022 – Sunsets Festival, Kai’ymay Country/Manly

Image used with permission from Star Crossed

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Laius Releases Beautiful New Single, “archaic dreams”

After recently taking out the Innovation Award at QUBE Effect 2022, Meeanjin/Brisbane queer pop artist Laius is ready to show the rest of us what he can do. I’ve been totally won over by his new single “archaic dreams,” which drops today. It’s an epic blend of synthwave and electropop sounds with heartfelt lyrics about the struggles of pursuing music that really resonate. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself hitting that play button more than once!

“archaic dreams” is the lead single from Laius’ debut EP, which should drop later this year. After hearing this song, I’m hooked and can’t wait to hear what comes next.

Image used with permission from Laius