With their stripped back instrumentation and folky vocals, Aussie outfit Angus & Julia Stone create some of my favourite chill-out music. Right now I’m digging their latest single “Hollywood.” If you’ve got their brilliant debut A Book Like This in your collection, you know it already. For anyone who doesn’t hopefully it’ll turn you on to this fantastic local duo. The trippy dreamscape filmclip is the perfect accompaniment for this beautiful tune. Sit back and enjoy it!
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Australian Idols Do Rolling Stones
This week our Australian Idols took on songs from British rock gods The Rolling Stones. We knew the tunes would be killer, but could our talent show hopefuls rise to the challenge? Read on to find out!
Australian Idols Do Motown
This week the Australian Idols had the perfect platform to shine. It was Motown week: a theme that gave everyone the chance to wrap their vocals around some of the world’s greatest songs. And with Guy Sebastian sitting in as special guest judge and mentor they couldn’t go wrong! Or could they? So who rose to the challenge? Read on to find out!
Australian Idol Rocks
This week our Australian Idol hopefuls were ready to rock, with the help of special guest mentors Kirk Pengilly and Tim Farriss of INXS. Kirk also stepped behind the judge’s desk to offer his advice on the performances.
New Song Obsession: "Can’t Shake It" by Kate Miller-Heidke
Kate Miller-Heidke has dabbled in dance pop for her comeback single “Can’t Shake It,” and the result is irresistible. As someone whose dance style hasn’t evolved since the 1980s, I could really relate to the song’s sentiment! Just because it’s got a mainstream vibe though, don’t think Kate’s lost any of the quirkiness we fell in love with. The lyrics are playfully naughty and her ethereal voice sounds brilliant.
Australian Idol’s Levi Kereama Dead at 27
Former Australian Idol finalist Levi Kereama has tragically died after falling from a hotel balcony in Brisbane on Saturday night.
Australian Idol Does ABBA
Tonight was ABBA night on Australian Idol, a theme that was sure to bring some fun, and surprising performances. These restrictive theme nights are always so interesting. We see what the Idols can really do when they’re forced to step outside their comfort. So who soared and who slipped up? Read on!
New Song Obsession: "The Show" by Lenka
Like many of you, I was first introduced to Lenka’s brilliant song “The Show” through Channel Seven’s latest lot of ads. This irresistably happy tune makes the network’s self promotion immensely more bearable, but I much prefer listening to it in its entirety. It builds slowly before exploding in a cascade of sunshine. Aussie girls are releasing some fantastic songs at the moment, and this is one of the best.
Rob Guest Dies After Stroke
The Australian stage has lost one of its greats. Musical theatre star Rob Guest died last night at the age of 57.
New Song Obsession: "Pennywhistle" by Augie March
Augie March are back again, and it’s been worth the wait. Their new song “Pennywhistle” is a jaunty little ditty which gets better with every listen. Glenn Richards is in fine voice here, and you’ll soon find yourself singing along. The film clip is also brilliant. If this doesn’t put a smile on your face this Humpday, nothing will!