Category: Single Releases

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Delta Goodrem Slays With New Single “Keep Climbing”

I’m not sure we’ve ever needed music from perfect sweet angel Delta Goodrem more than we do right now. Her latest single “Keep Climbing” is the ideal inspirational torch ballad for the times, complete with a gospel choir.

Delta let her fans hear it first during one of her Bunkerdown Sessions before unleashing it on all your favourite digital platforms. The sessions are a way of connecting to her fans and inspiring them to move forward, just like this song tries to do.

“I’d like this song to remind people to not be afraid to find the strength when they feel stuck between where they are and where they want to go. To find that part in you to keep climbing and to continue to believe that it will lead you to that next moment in your life,” she explained.

The next installment of the Bunkerdown Sessions goes live on Delta’s Facebook page tonight at 6:30 pm AEST. Give her a follow and check it out!

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Caravana Sun’s Ant Beard Launches Caspia

Caravana Sun bassist and vocalist Ant Beard has gone solo with a brand new musical project Caspia. His debut single under the new moniker is “Alone,” a track penned pre-pandemic but so perfect for these crazy times we’re still living in. The song’s vulnerable lyrics explore our need for human connection and a deeper understanding of ourselves.

“We knew we had to write and record this song true to its meaning,” Ant explained about his creative process with producer Joel Quartermain. “From the exposed and honest lyrics, delicate piano parts to the reckless electronic chorus, ‘Alone’ doesn’t hold back and I love that. Songwriting for me has always been the pursuit to understand myself and my relationship with the world. My passion for deep and heartfelt conversation pours out into my sound as each word falls through the piano, drifting off into some analogue synth line.”

Ant said he was influenced sonically by German composer Nils Frahm, but his music has also drawn comparisons to James Blake and Rufus du Sol. If you like any of that, I think “Alone” will be right up your alley.

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Washington Releases Quirky Pop Banger, “Dark Parts”

There’s not a lot we can depend on right now. One thing you can count on is that Washington’s music will always be left of centre, yet always hit the mark. Her latest single “Dark Parts” is a pop song written in 7/8 time for goodness sakes, but somehow it makes total sense.

The track celebrates those honest relationships where people can be all parts of themselves. It’s a song that takes more than a few left turns, so strap yourself in and enjoy the ride. The very cool lyric video features Washington’s own art.

“Dark Parts” gives us our first taste of all the new music Washington has in store for us this year. She’ll release a new album later this year, her first since 2014. You know what they say about good things coming to those who wait!

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Tobi Tobi Transports Listeners With “Cast Away”

I’ve got goosebumps listening to “Cast Away,” the latest single from Melbourne act Tobi Tobi. It’s got an ethereal dreamlike quality that transports listeners away from the harsh realities of life to a much calmer, more beautiful place. With the world in chaos and borders closed, I think that musical escapism is just what so many of us need right now.

This is only Tobi Tobi’s second single, but their previous act Private Life did amazing things including supporting Garbage and Sticky Fingers. With beautiful songs like this in their arsenal, I can only imagine this new incarnation will go a long way.

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Bootleg Rascal Releasing a Song a Month & New EP

The coronavirus pandemic may have halted touring plans, but Bootleg Rascal isn’t being idle. The Sydney duo is in the studio hard at work on a new EP, aptly titled Collaborations of Very Isolated Delinquents ’19. The band will release one track from the EP every month, starting with the very cool jam “We Independent.”

“’We Independent’ is a track we wrote inspired by starting to remove ourselves from a toxic situation,” explained guitarist Jimmy Young. “Initially, we were unsure how to break away from it, but sometimes you have to say enough is enough and follow your intuition. We’re so glad we took that leap of faith and couldn’t be heading in a better direction because of taking that risk.”

While Bootleg Rascal is having fun in the studio, the duo is also anticipating getting back among the fans. East Coast capital shows were pushed back to September while an appearance at Big Pineapple Musical Festival will now hopefully happen in November. Here are all the new dates for your concert calendar!

18 September 2020 – Howler, Brunswick
25 September 2020 – Marrickville Recreation and Bowling Club, Marrickville
26 September 2020 – Woolly Mammoth Alehouse, Fortitude Valley
21 November 2020 – Big Pineapple Music Festival, Woombye

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Tash Parker and Emma Anglesey are the Runaway Belles

It was only a matter of time before Tasmanian housemates and solo singer-songwriters Tash Parker and Emma Anglesey began recording beautiful music together. Known as the Runaway Belles, they’ve actually been playing together for the last six years but they’ve just released their first single “The Weekend.”

The harmonies on this track are next level. The ladies recorded the vocals in an old 1800s bluestone cottage on the edge of Tasmania’s wilderness, then laid down the delicate piano, cello, and guitars in Wally deBacker’s Melbourne studio. The music is so gentle and soothing, perfect for those cold winter days in isolation.

“When we recorded this song we imagined we were sitting around a campfire in a forest with a guitar telling the story. We wanted to capture that intimacy in the verses. In contrast, in the choruses we imagined our voices and music carrying out into the expansive night sky and beautiful surrounding mountains – much like a weekend camping trip where you can forget about the troubles of the week,” says Emma, “and with everything that’s going on in the world right now it feels like a good time to be sharing new music and connecting with people.”

Since they’re iso buddies, the Runaway Belles have been connecting with fans via regular live streams on their Facebook page. Catch the next one tomorrow night, June 8.

Image used with permission from On the Map PR/credit: re._stacks

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The Letter Elle Soothes the Soul With “Sunrise”

Soulful Brisbane songstress The Letter Elle has released her latest groove, a self-produced track called “Sunrise.” Listening to this track is the perfect act of self-care in this chaotic world. It’s cool and laidback, with elements of R&B and jazz hitting all the right notes.

“Sunrise is, at first glance, a love song about enjoying just being in the moment and not putting pressure on what it ‘should be’ or where the future is going,” Elle explained. “I think that subconsciously I wrote this song to myself about where I am currently at in my life. At the end of last year, I graduated uni and had an injury that prevented me from singing at all for months. It reminded me of my love for just doing things purely for the enjoyment. I hope that in this scary and uncertain time, this song can help people to remember they just need to take a step back and enjoy life for what it is. There’s no need for a big, complicated plan and we have to just take life day by day.”

The clip reminds us of some of the beauty that is still around us. Elle shot the video on the beaches of Coolum, a location that holds a special place in her heart.

“Coolum is where I became who I am and where I truly feel at home. I thought it only fitting to shoot this style of video somewhere that means so much to me.”

The Letter Elle is a finalist in this year’s QUBE Effect competition, run by Brisbane City Council. You can cast your vote for her here until 5 pm on June 12.

Image used with permission from GYRO PR

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Evie Irie Shows Real Promise With “Worst Enemy”

Sydney-born teen Evie Irie might not be on your radar yet, but I’m predicting that will change in the coming months. The 17-year-old is based in the United States and managed by Troy Carter, who’s worked with Lady Gaga, Megan Trainor, and Eve. She’s been hyped by the likes of Refinery29 and Atwood Magazine and her latest single “Worst Enemy” is produced by Greg Kurstin, who’s put the magic touch on the music of Adele and Sia.

She’s surrounding herself with the right people, but this song shows she can also deliver the goods. Evie has such an original voice and a cool vibe that reminds me of artists like Lorde and Dua Lipa.

“Worst Enemy” is about our inner demon,” Evie explained. ”It’s about admitting to the times we sabotage ourselves, and the brutal things we put ourselves through. It’s about feeling like sometimes you are so lost, that you actually think you’re found. It’s a really hard reality when I realize I’m in that place – overwhelmed with the struggle of all of my inner demons. That’s the core of “Worst Enemy”. The self-sabotage, the constant drive to be better, and to be good enough. It’s an endless and inevitable cycle, that I think we all experience at a point in our lives, in one way or another.”

“’Worst Enemy’ is the follow-up to Evie’s 2019 debut EP 5 Weeks in L.A. It shows a growing maturity and a whole lot of potential from this talented teen.

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Harry Phillips Releases Sunny New Single and EP

The world has felt very heavy at the moment. The murder of George Floyd in the United States and ensuing protests has put racial inequality and injustice firmly back into the world’s spotlight. We’re still battling the global COVID-19 pandemic. All of these things are so important and it’s vital to lend our voices to them. But I think it’s also important to take a couple of moments to enjoy art that just feels good.

If you need a break from the darkness, press play on Harry Phillips’ new EP, Life Without Fairy Tales. At just four tracks and 13 minutes, it’s perfect for tea breaks or smoko. The EP’s title sounds a little dark, but this is fairly light folk-pop fair. Harry’s voice has a genuine warmth and his songwriting is full of charm. That’s no surprise though, as this EP is the result of Harry’s work after winning the prestigious Billy Thorpe Scholarship at the Queensland Music Awards earlier this year.

Life Without Fairy Tales features Harry’s current single “None of My Business,” a playful ditty about respecting personal boundaries. This cheery song will make sure you have a smile on your face as this EP fades out. Check this song and the rest of Harry’s material out on your favourite streaming platform. He’s scheduled to support British singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan at The Outpost on September 29, but with the state of the world right now who knows whether that will come off. Give Harry a follow on Facebook for more details closer to the date!

Image used with permission from Killer B Group

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Ocean Alley’s New Album on the Horizon to Chase Away COVID Blues

With concerts scheduled for as far away as November now getting the COVID-19 axe, music lovers need some good news. A reminder that Ocean Alley’s new album Lonely Diamond is only weeks away should hit the spot.

Lonely Diamond will hit stores and streaming platforms on June 19. But you needn’t wait that long to hear new Ocean Alley tunes. Wrap your ears around the band’s funky new single “Hot Chicken.” It’s a little edgier than the Ocean Alley tunes we’re used to, but I’m here for it.

Ocean Alley’s rescheduled Aussie dates are also giving us something to look forward to. Catch one of Australia’s finest supported by Psychedelic Porn Crumpets and Dulcie at the following shows.

6 February 2021 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (SOLD OUT)
7 February 2021 – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
12 February 2021 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane (SOLD OUT)
13 February 2021 – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
5 March 2021 – Fremantle Arts Centre, Perth
12 March 2021 – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide
24 March 2021 – Melbourne Arena, Melbourne

Image used with permission from Cult Logic; photo credit: The Sauce/Kane Lehanneur