Jessica Mauboy is fast becoming Australia’s answer to Rihanna. Her new single “Burn” is another sizzling slice of soulful pop. I think this is even catchier than “Running Back,” so I won’t be surprised if it scorches up the charts. With it’s R’n’ B grooves and catchy chorus, this is likely to be the song you’ll be humming all summer.
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John Brewster Suffers Heart Attack
The Angels’ guitarist John Brewster is recovering in a Queensland hospital after suffering a heart attack.
New Song Obsession: "The Lighthouse Song" by Josh Pyke
Josh Pyke never fails to impress me. I first heard “The Lighthouse Song” during his set at Bimbadgen Blues, and it was love at first listen. This is Josh doing what he does best: crafting a deceptively simple melody and overlaying some beautiful poetic lyrics. The gorgeous animation adds just the right amount of whimsy.
"Curiouser" – Kate Miller-Heidke
Kate Miller-Heidke is one of the most intriguing Australian musicians, so it makes sense that her second album is titled Curiouser.
New Song Obsession: "You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’" by David Campbell and Jimmy Barnes
I’ve been a longtime David Campbell fan but his latest album Good Lovin’ had a special appeal to me. I was dying to hear him jamming with his old man, music legend Jimmy Barnes, on the soul classic “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’.” I caught them performing it on Sunrise this morning and it didn’t disappoint. Unfortunately Sunrise don’t have embeddable videos but after a little digging I’ve found the next best thing to share with you: the music video. I only hope this isn’t the last time we hear this formidable father-son team collaborating!
Luke Dickens and Wes Carr Head to the Opera House
This is it Australia: our two Australian Idol finalists have been decided and they’re heading to the Opera House next Sunday! Mark Spano was eliminated, leaving Luke Dickens and Wes Carr to battle it out for the title.
Australian Idol Competition Heats Up
With just three singers left in the Australian Idol competition, I expected big things from tonight’s show. Instead there were some standouts, but a few performances that were more miss that hit. So who smashed it and who sank? Here are my thoughts!
Australian Idols Sing American Hits
My Australian Idol update’s coming a little late this week, as I only arrived home from Brisbane late last night. More on that later, but for now here’s what went down when the final four tackled Hits from the USA, under the thoughtful and hilarious guidance of Chris Isaak.
Australian Idols Do Michael Jackson
This week the Australian Idol contestants tackled the music of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. He might have gone a little wacko over the years, but it’s impossible to deny the genius of his musical output. Our Idols showed they were up to the challenge with some exceptional performances.Even guest judge Jermaine Jackson thought so!
Live and Local @ Lizotte’s, Kincumber – 29 October 2008
Last night I headed to Lizotte’s to catch their Live and Local music showcase. These nights are a wonderful initiative designed to encourage music fans to get out midweek and discover some wonderful new talent. We were lured there by former Australian Idol contestant Ben McKenzie’s slot on the bill, and were delighted to find he wasn’t the only artist worth seeing.