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Posted on 12/03/202513/03/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Kingswood Doco Celebrates Hometowns Tour

One of Australia’s hardest working bands, Kingswood, are bringing their record-setting Hometowns tour to the big screen. Their new documentary CLAPTRAP charts the 2024 tour, which saw them play for more than 60,000 fans during 112 shows over six months.

“When Kingswood asked me, a 23 year old filmmaker, to document Australia’s longest ever tour, I knew that if I actually managed to make it home, the film would be very unique and strange,” said CLAPTRAP’s director, Darcy Newton. “I wanted to create an unreplicable, charming and honest glimpse into the extraordinary world of touring musicians, and this became CLAPTRAP.”

“The documentary process was unusual and fantastical,” added Kingswood’s guitarist and songwriter Alexander Laska. “The most compelling aspect was being aware of, and willfully subjecting to the experience of one’s life being documented in the pursuit of artistic expression.”

CLAPTRAP premieres in Naarm/Melbourne before selected screenings in the Eastern states.

4 April 2025 – Astor Theatre, Naarm/Melbourne (Premiere – Kingswood attending)
5 April 2025 – Thornbury Picture House, Naarm/Melbourne (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
6 April 2025 – Pivotonian Cinema, Djillong/Geelong (Screening + Q&A)
8 April 2025 – Thornbury Picture House, Naarm/Melbourne (Screening)
9 April 2025 – Regal Theatre, Tarntanya/Adelaide (Screening)
9 April 2025 – Byron Bay Palace, Cavanbah/Byron Bay (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
10 April 2025 – New Farm Cinema, Meeanjin/Brisbane (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
11 April 2025 – The Ritz, Eora/Sydney (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)
12 April 2025 – Hayden Orpheum, Eora/Sydney (Screening + Q&A – Kingswood attending)

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Posted on 11/03/202510/03/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Paige Barnard Releases Beautiful Pop Ballad, “Strong”

Naarm/Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Paige Barnard has given me chills with her latest pop ballad, “Strong.” It’s a powerful stripped-back piano number. Keeping the music simple ensures Paige’s vocals and lyrics really shine through.

“I was really struggling to heal and move on from this relationship because nothing really went wrong, it was more the long distance that we couldn’t manage and commit to and so I felt quite rejected at the same time,” Paige recalled. “So this song was really cathartic for me to write and it ended up being the last song I actually wrote about this breakup, and there was a lot!”

Paige will launch “Strong” for hometown fans this Saturday night, March 15, at The Catfish Bar.

Photo credit: Thomas Groom

Posted on 06/03/202505/03/2025 by Lauren Katulka

The Superjesus Shine Brightly With “Diamonds” Single, Album and Tour On the Way

It’s a controversial take, but I honestly think The Superjesus are making some of the best music of their careers. If you don’t believe me, take a listen to their gorgeous new single “Diamonds.” This beautiful ballad is the latest cut from The Superjesus’ new self-titled album, which drops on March 21.

The Superjesus will take the new songs and plenty of old favourites on the road with a national tour this June and July. The shows will open with some up-and-coming acts handpicked by the band. If you want to join the bill, click this link to submit your details and demos.

The album is still a few weeks away, but you can pre-order your vinyl copy now. The Superjesus will press just 200 copies, so make sure you don’t miss out. Then you’ve got a few months to learn all the new songs for the band’s upcoming shows.

6 June 2025 – The Crowbar, Eora/Sydney
7 June 2025 – Avalon RSL, Garigal Country/Avalon
13 June 2025 – The Corner Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne
14 June 2025 – Barwon Heads Hotel, Koornoo/Barwon Heads
20 June 2025 – The Crowbar, Meaanjin/Brisbane
21 June 2025 – Norton Music Factory, Kabi Kabi and Jinbara Country/Sunshine Coast
3 July 2025 – Carine Galdes Tavern, Noongar Country/Duncraig
4 July 2025 – The Rosemount Hotel, Boorloo/Perth
5 July 2025 – The Bridgeway, Tarntanya/Adelaide

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Posted on 05/03/202505/03/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Cardboard Cutouts Release Fantastic Rock Track, “My Best Friend”

Maybe it’s the stormy weather making me angsty, but I’m finding plenty of rock music to get me excited this week. My latest discovery is Cardboard Cutouts, a Toowoom/Toowoomba-raised act who’ve just dropped their powerful new single “My Best Friend.” Hit that volume button, because this one sounds best loud.

“‘My Best Friend’ is about a friend who was involved in a toxic relationship with someone and had substance abuse issues,” the band revealed. “They lost sight of who they were and what their purpose was. This song tells the story of that battle from an observer who is struggling to cope with what is happening, but has lost any bit of leverage to help and support the person.”

After sharing stages with Phil Jamieson, Greta Stanley, and Vera Blue, Cardboard Cutouts are stepping up as headliners with a quick tour celebrating the single release later this month. Check them out at these intimate venues before they inevitably graduate to the big gigs.

21 March 2025 – Crowbar, Meeanjin/Brisbane
22 March 2025 – Bone Idol Brewery, Toowoom/Toowoomba (FREE)
27 March 2025 – The Tote Upstairs, Naarm/Melbourne
28 March 2025 – Dissent Cafe & Bar, Ngambri/Canberra
29 March 2025 – The Oriental Hotel, Mulubinba/Newcastle (FREE)

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Posted on 04/03/202504/03/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Daisy Park Impress With “Always”

Boorloo/Perth indie quartet Daisy Park have got me rocking out with their latest single “Always” this morning. It’s got a quintessentially Aussie sound that feels effortless. Make no mistake, these guys are the real deal.

“At its core, ‘Always’ is about the sudden loss of a relationship and trying to cope with not knowing what went wrong,” explained Daisy Park’s frontman Fyn Slarke. “It covers the feelings I showed externally to my friends and family as opposed to how I really felt on the inside. The contrast of my outward projection and my interior dialogue was a really big part of the writing process.”

Daisy Park shot the video for “Always” along the coast of Walyalup/Fremantle, a place that holds a special nostalgia for the band.

“This was the first music video we’d ever done as a band,” Fyn said. “That green lighthouse is an iconic part of Fremantle, the place where most of us grew up in our teenage years. We’re all just young adults that met in high school and are creating art together and the fact that we do this because we love it is really special to me. I’m super proud that we were able to do this on our own.”

Daisy Park are set to have a stellar year with a debut EP on the horizon and plenty of shows already locked in. Western Australians can catch them at the following upcoming gigs:

7 March 2025 – The River, Wooditchup/Margaret River (supporting Fool Nelson)
8 March 2025 – Six Degrees Albany, Kinjarling/Albany (supporting Fool Nelson)
29 March 2025 – Hyperfest 2025 @ Locale, Whadjuk Noongar Country/Midland

Photo credit: Juno Shean

Posted on 26/02/202525/02/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Zanna Black Releases Stunning Genre-Bending Single, “This Town”

Zanna Black has really impressed me with her latest single “This Town.” It’s such a unique tune that refuses to sit neatly in any box.

Zanna’s sweet voice has a definite folk feel, but the guitars bring a bit more of a rock edge to it. And then there’s that extra something that’s so hard to define.

Zanna said this song has a dual meaning for her, noting she was inspired by the residents of Queensland who had to flee their homes during flooding and her grandfather who had to leave his homeland. Whatever you take from “This Town,” I’m sure you’ll love it as much as I do.

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Posted on 25/02/202519/02/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Nathan Lamont On the Up With “Bigger Things”

Fresh from his first headlining show at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, Nathan Lamont shows he’s a star on the rise with “Bigger Things.” It’s a fabulous country-rock crossover track which reminds me of music from industry icons like Dan + Shay, Rascal Flatts, and our own Keith Urban. Nathan’s not imitating these artists though. Instead he shows he just might be their natural successor. The single saw Nathan working with MSquared (Michael Paynter and Michael DeLorenzis), who’ve previously written and produced hits with Aloe Blacc, Tina Arena, and Casey Barnes.

“This was my first time working with the MSquared fellas! We had so much fun working on this track together,” Nathan said. “I have been a big fan of their work for a long time so to have the opportunity to get in the studio with them, I knew we would cook up something amazing, and I feel like we achieved just that.”

While headlining a Tamworth Country Music Festival show is likely to remain one of the year’s highlights, Nathan’s got plenty of other exciting shows in store. Catch him promoting “Bigger Things” at the following gigs:

1 March 2025 – Country Music Night @ Glenorie RSL, Darug Country/Glenorie (FREE)
15 March 2025 – A Night In Nashville @ Orange Showgrounds, Wiradjuri Country/Orange (SOLD OUT)
11-12 April 2025 – Karijini Experience @ Karijini National Park, Banyjima, Kurrama, and Innawonga Country/Karijini (FREE)
29 April 2025 – The Beer Shed, Dharawal Country/Campbelltown
2 May 2025 – Home Ground Sounds @ Canowindra Sports Oval, Wiradjuri Country/Canowindra

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Posted on 23/02/202517/02/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Ruby Gill Releases Incredible New Single, “Touch Me There”

Ruby Gill has absolutely floored me with their latest single, “Touch Me There.” This intimate exploration of sensual awakening and coming out is a real revelation. Take a few moments just to listen to this one. It’s subtle, but if you give it your full attention I know you’ll fall as deeply in love with it as I have.

“During the longest dry spell of my life, I came out to myself,” Ruby recalled of the song’s inspiration. “The first time I said it out loud was in this song – all that sitting by a river waiting for the truth to come out led to me being honest for the first time about who I was attracted to and what kind of sex I wanted in my life. It took almost two years of zero kissing to get to that point of self-knowledge. Not intentionally – everything just felt so wrong and scary after being touched in really unsafe ways before that. I was numb for years, but I finally felt sensation in my body again after writing ‘Touch Me There.’ It broke me open. I hope it breaks other people open too, whether it’s about queerness or otherwise. You have a say over your love and pleasure.”

“Touch Me There” comes from Ruby’s sophomore album Some Kind of Control, set for release on March 28. They’ll play the following shows through March and April to celebrate the new music:

5 March 2025 – BMF @ Brunswick Uniting Church, Naarm/Melbourne (SOLD OUT)
17 April 2025 – Northcote Social Club, Naarm/Melbourne

Photo credit: Kira Puru

Posted on 20/02/202514/02/2025 by Lauren Katulka

Andrew Swift Drops Feelgood Anthem, “Nothing Better”

For someone who doesn’t consider themselves a country music fan, I’m sure enjoying a lot of it lately. Or maybe there’s just a glut of outstanding country music coming out of this country. The latest track to delight my ears is Andrew Swift’s new feelgood single, “Nothing Better.” Andrew drew from his own experiences of a life that couldn’t be panning out any better!

“It feels like not long ago I was mentally preparing to be fixing caravans and living life as a single man until the end of my days,” he admitted. “I didn’t think that being a full-time musician, homeowner, having a loving partner and a baby on the way would be on the cards, but here we are. Sometimes life blindsides you in the best way possible.”

Recording “Nothing Better” saw Andrew reunite with his long-time collaborator, the multi-award-winning Matt Fell.

“Having previously worked together on the last three albums, I feel like we’re on the same page now more than ever,” Andrew said. I love being able to get down to his new studio, Wilder Studios, in remote Tasmania. It feels like you’re a million miles away from the real world and you can really focus on the recording process.”

You can hear Andrew’s authenticity in his lyrics and vocals, so it’s only right that the music video features the real people and places that shaped him rather than actors and fancy locations. Jeremy Minnett of Eyes and Ears Creative captured footage of Andrew’s childhood home and real-life partner Simone.

Country artists are some of the hardest working musicians in the nation, and Andrew is no exception. Even though he’s got a baby on the way, it’s on the road and playing shows all over this wide brown land. Make sure you catch him anywhere you can.

23 February 2025 – TumbaFest @ Tumbarumba Creekscape, Tumbarumba/Tumbarumba
28 February 2025 – Altar Bar, Nipaluna/Hobart
1 March 2025 – Little Sisters General Store, Tang Dim Mer/Sisters Beach
2 March 2025 – Wilder, Turrakana/Gowrie Park
21 March 2025 – Commercial Hotel, Wurundjeri Country/South Morang
22 March 2025 – RegFest @ Horsham City Oval, Wopetbungundilar/Horsham
4 April 2025 – The Duke of George, Walyalup/Fremantle
5 April 2025 – Gatsby’s Skyline, Manjinup/Manjimup
12 April 2025 – arcobar, Boonwurrung Country/Heatherton
29 April 2025 – Oodies Café, Bunda/Bundaberg
30 April 2025 – Oodies Cafe, Bunda/Bundaberg (SOLD OUT)
1st May 2025 – Oodies Cafe, Bunda/Bundaberg (SOLD OUT)
3-10 August 2025 – Tunes In The Tropics, Norfolk Island
28-31 August 2025 – Gympie Music Muster, Gimpi-Gimpi/Gympie

Image used with permission from Wildheart Publicity