Category: Single Releases

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Selfish Sons Impress With “edge of emptiness”

Big things are happening for local band Selfish Sons. They’ve recently relocated to Los Angeles and just dropped their brand new single “edge of emptiness.” It’s a fantastic alt-rock anthem inspired by a conversation with a close friend struggling with their mental health. While it’s easy to feel down when your head’s not in the right place, Selfish Sons have managed to make this song feel hopeful.

“I loved the dichotomy of that and how it’s so easy to forget when you’re in a tough spot that everyone knows the feeling just as intensely as you do and it’s better to feel that together than alone,” Selfish Sons said.

With plenty of new music set to drop in 2024, the future’s looking bright for Selfish Sons. Los Angeles locals can see them play at Bardot on December 11.

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Between You & Me Drop Nostalgic Summer Banger, “YEAH!”

Between You & Me have gone old-school with their latest single “YEAH!” and I’m here for it. With its nostalgic feel, you’ll want to add this track to your favourite summer playlist.

“I imagine this song playing in the montage scene of an early 2000s bratty comedy film,” admitted BYAM frontman Jake Wilson. “Stylistically it’s a big shift for BYAM, but we wanted to bring beachy summer vibes to a fun and carefree song.”

Their sound might have evolved, but this track sees BYAM collaborating again with Canadian producer Sam Guaiana, who flew to Australia earlier this year to record with the band.

BYAM have just announced a UK tour, but don’t stress if you’re a homegrown fan. I hear we can expect more new music and new local shows really soon, so there’s a lot for BYAM fans to look forward to! If you are in the UK, here’s those brand new dates:

16 February 2024 – Thekla, Bristol
17 February 2024 – Key Club, Leeds
18 February 2024 – Cathouse, Glasgow
19 February 2024 – Rescue Rooms, Nottingham
20 February 2024 – Rebellion, Manchester
22 February 2024 – Joiners, Southampton
23 February 2024 – Underworld, London
24 February 2024 – Asylum, Birmingham

Photo credit: Mitch Chamberlain

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Will Blume Releases Perfect Pop Track, “Porcelain”

I’m really digging “Porcelain,” the brand new single from North Queensland singer-songwriter Will Blume. Produced by Holy Holy’s Oscar Dawson, it’s got an infectious dance beat married with some really powerful lyrics.

“People that I’m close to have been through some hardships and I wanted to write a song, something that they can listen to and find comfort in when I’m not around,” Will said. “‘Porcelain’ is about renewal and was deeply inspired by the important women in my life. It’s for anyone who has ever been made to feel less than and is dedicated to all the survivors, fighters and children at heart. Horrible things may happen, but you can always come back to that pureness of yourself; the beautiful soul you were born to be.”

Will said he wrote “Porcelain” on a writing trip where he isolated himself in a beach cabin for two weeks with no internet, no phone reception, and no conversations or contact with the outside world except for a single “beach buddy”. Through this process he learned to connect more to himself and his music. I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty keen to hear what else he came up with on that trip!

Image used with permission from Sony Music Australia

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Rock Out With Catholic Guilt

Naarm/Melbourne alt-rock act Catholic Guilt have just released their fantastic new song “Can You See Me?” It’s brand new, but there’s a beautiful nostalgia about it. It feels instantly familiar and accessible, the sort of song you immediately like and want to turn right up. The lyrics, which deal with feeling like you’ve lost your identity, are also so relatable.

“For me personally, that feeling was brought on by a period of intense emotional and physical upheaval caused by a variety of interpersonal issues and a few serious life and career setbacks,” explained Catholic Guilt frontman Brenton Harris. “All of these issues coalesced around the time of the lockdowns and ended up impacting life on the other side of it, resulting in me living life as a version of myself that felt so unfamiliar, so unconfident, so shaken, so entirely unlike ‘me’. Writing the song allowed me to process and heal and move onto the next evolution of ‘myself’. It’s our ‘feel sad hit of the summer’.”

Catholic Guilt will launch “Can You See Me?” tomorrow night at The Tote. There are still some tickets remaining, so grab them while you can! If you miss out, don’t stress. You can catch them supporting Guttermouth next year.

18 November 2023 – The Tote, Naarm/Melbourne
15 Match 2024 – Stay Gold, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting Guttermouth)

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Jeremy Turner Drops Stellar Second Single “Try to Stop Me”

Australia’s answer to Chris Stapleton, Jeremy Turner is back with his sophomore single, “Try to Stop Me.” I don’t know how he got this good this fast, but this guy is a serious talent. His voice has such grit and heart and honesty, it’s a pleasure to listen to.

Jeremy Turner has been spending time in Nashville honing his craft recently, but he’ll be back home and on stages really soon.

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Michael Carpenter and the Banks Brothers Rock Out With Double A-Side Single

Eora/Sydney outfit Michael Carpenter and the Banks Brothers are leaning into more of a country-rock sound with their new double A-side single “Self-Taught Medicine Man/Everyone’s an Asshole (In Someone’s Story)”. I heard their talent when they released The Bluegrass Sessions Vol. 1 earlier this year, but their sound was a little too traditionally country for my tastes. However these edgier songs that showcase the band’s wicked sense of humour are something I can really get behind.

“Self Taught Medicine Man” is a Zane Banks composition about a man who decides that rather than fight his demons, he’s just going to embrace them. Then there’s “Everyone’s An Asshole (In Someone’s Story)”, a Michael Carpenter-penned track that reminds us that as much as you might complain about a lost love that did you wrong, the other party is probably equally critical of your character.

It’s amazing how quickly these guys are evolving as a band. I can’t wait to hear what the next Michael Carpenter and the Banks Brothers release might bring.

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Dane Tutty and Jen Buxton Duet On “church”

Mulubinba/Newcastle alt-folk artist Dane Tutty has teamed up with fellow Novacastrian Jen Buxton for a fantastic new single “church.” I love the way Dane’s textured vocals contrast with Jen’s sweeter ones. You can hear the emotion in their voices as they sing this powerful duet. It’s really good stuff.

“church” gives us our first taste of Dane’s upcoming EP. If this song is any indication, it’s going to be pretty special!

Image used with permission from Dane Tutty

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This Space is Ours Release Epic New Single, “All the Things I’ve Been Avoiding”

We’re used to hard-hitting songs from Naarm/Melbourne emo act This Space is Ours, but they’re showing us a softer side with their latest single “All the Things I’ve Been Avoiding.” Frontwoman Gemma Dunsmore’s delicate vocals draw you in before the song shifts gears and those trademark drums and guitars kick in. This one’s given me chills.

“The lyrics are written about mental health struggles and the gruelling path to getting better; when you’ve come to terms with there being something wrong but only just begun the journey to fix it,” Gemma explained. “Over time, the personal meaning of this song has transformed for me. When I first wrote it, it was almost an apology, as if to say, ‘I don’t know what’s wrong with me, but I’m trying.’ I’ve since been diagnosed with being on the Autism spectrum, and now when I sing it, it feels more like I’m saying something along the lines of, ‘There is nothing wrong with me, this is who I am and I’m still learning about myself.’”

“All the Things I’ve Been Avoiding” is the fourth single from This Space is Ours’ collaborative efforts with producer Beau Mckee. There’s one more left from their time with Beau, so keep an ear out for that in the near future.

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Joan & The Giants Release Fantastic New Single, “Beg”

The always fabulous Joan & The Giants have just dropped a fantastic new single, “Beg.” As if that wasn’t exciting enough, it comes packaged with an old-school B-side, “Narcissist.” Get your ears around them both, because they’re brilliant.

“‘Beg’ was written about a breaking point in my own relationship where we had two choices: either fight to make it work, or it’s over,” recalled Joan & The Giants’ frontwoman, Grace Newton-Wordsworth. “You shouldn’t have to beg for someone’s love, and this song is about those last moments when you really don’t want to walk away from the person you love most in this world, but everything in your body and soul is telling you, you might have to.”

As for “Narcissist,” Grace said “I wrote this song on acoustic guitar and it was one of those experiences where the lyrics all came in about 10 minutes and the story was just there – it was complete. It was recorded raw in one to two takes and we kept it quite stripped back, which allowed space for the vulnerability of the lyrics to powerfully creep through.”

Fresh from dates supporting home state heroes Eskimo Joe, Joan & Giants have a few more local gigs. Catch them anywhere you can!

18 November 2023 – WAM FEST – Museum Stage, Boorloo/Perth
24 November 2023 – The Bird, Boorloo/Perth (“Beg” launch)
9 December 2023 – Music in the Park @ Bramston Park, Oor-dal-kalla Country/Burns Beach (FREE)
17 December 2023 – Sunday Music @ Fremantle Arts Centre, Walyalup/Fremantle (FREE with Stacey Ann)

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Clinton Kane Gets Real With “PANIC ATTACK”

Boorloo/Perth-based singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Clinton Kane shows he’s a force to be reckoned with with his gorgeous new song “PANIC ATTACK.” This is up there with some of the best pop music I’ve heard. It’s super catchy with vulnerable lyrics that give it real substance.

“Panic attacks are something I’ve struggled with for the longest time but it’s literally the only reason I’m here writing songs,” Clinton admitted. “A year has gone since I wrote this and I feel completely different about it now. I weirdly see panic attacks in a more positive light where whenever it happens, it’s as if the world is telling me to take a breather and stop stressing over things I can’t control.”

When you’re streaming it, make sure you stick around for Clinton’s previous single “Bittersweet.” They’re both so good. You’ll find them on Clinton’s forthcoming EP, AND ALL I LOVED, I LOVED ALONE, which drops really soon.

Image used with permission from Sony Music Australia