Category: Video

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Bootleg Rascal and Saint Lane Team Up For “All About You”

You know when some of our best and brightest join forces, magic is bound to happen. Bootleg Rascal and Saint Lane’s new collaboration, “All About You,” had me from the first note. The cool, catchy track is just what you need to take you to the weekend.

“’All About You’ is the first Bootleg Rascal song entirely produced by Jim and myself. As we’ve spent more time off the road than ever before, we’ve shifted our attention to being more hands-on in the studio,” said Bootleg Rascal frontman, Carlos Lara. “The song itself is about love in the modern era, and how technology plays an integral role into shaping our behaviours and the way we interact with one another.” he continues.

Bootleg Rascal will play two shows in Queensland in the coming months. Will Gold Coast-based rapper Saint Lane join them at any of the shows? I guess you’ll just have to head along to find out!

Image used with permission from Good Intent

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Clay J Gladstone Go Hard With “People Like You”

Sydney punk rock act Clay J Gladstone have released their fantastic new single “People Like You.” Its verses creep along, lulling you into a relaxed mood before the chorus comes out swinging. This is a track that goes for the jugular with its big crunchy chords and powerhouse vocals.

“The track is about escaping an abusive relationship and going out in a blaze of glory,” explained lead singer Clay J. “Being told you’re not good enough only to realise you’ve been bullied into submission and need to cut them loose.”

The track comes with a cinematic music video filmed, directed, and edited by AWOL Productions’ Adam Williamson.

“The storyline follows the concept of the track: breaking free of an abusive relationship,” Clay J explained of the video’s concept. “There are three locations to depict the relative stages in the relationship. Firstly, the light box to depict being stuck in cage; secondly, the dark bedroom with photos on the wall acting as memories; and thirdly, the bright park to represent breaking free.”

As you might imagine listening to this track. Clay J Gladstone are earning a reputation as one of the most explosive bands on the live circuit. Catch them at the following venues to see what the hype is all about:

26 June 2021 – AM//PM Emo Night Sydney @ Burdekin Hotel, Darlinghurst
10 July 2021 – The Lansdowne, Sydney (supporting FANGZ)

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Press Play, Then Play Again on Figurehead’s “On Repeat”

Fremantle five-piece Figurehead have been a force out west for some time, but they’re ready to let the rest of the country know what they’re all about. Their new track “On Repeat” is the ideal introduction, a laidback indie-rock banger that goes down easy. Despite its relaxed groove and summery melody, the track has some intense lyrics which explore drug-induced paranoia and entrapment.

“The main riff that initiated the song was the first thing I played when I picked up my new Fender Telecaster and the lyrics followed,” explained frontman Joe Caddy. “The song initially had a longer run time and a different structure, but the short poppy skeleton of the song was in part, the vision of Dave Parkin of Blackbird Studios, who produced the song.”

Figurehead will launch “On Repeat” for hometown fans at Clancy’s Fish Pub on July 3. They’re also scheduled to play Perth’s Under the Southern Stars gigs next year.

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Get Caught Up With A Swift Farewell’s New Single, “Mousetrap”

Sydney pop-punk band A Swift Farewell have been doing great things over the last few years, earning praise from tastemakers like Alternative Press, idobi Radio, triple j, and Wall of Sound and supporting the likes of Hands Like Houses and FANGZ. If you’re not already across their music, you soon will be. Their latest track “Mousetrap” is bound to make you sit up and take notice.

“Mousetrap” is such a ballsy track, with insane vocals from Emma Mather and dynamic instrumentation that matches her intensity. Its lyrics are so relatable. The film clip, which shows the band finding themselves at the mercy of evil scientists, is also a stroke of genius.

“’Mousetrap’ is about feeling trapped in a relationship in which you are not able to give someone the time and attention they demand from you and feeling burnt out from trying,” explained the band’s bassist, Sarah Bonnet. “In the end, the person doesn’t notice they are asking too much from you and you feel yourself grow emotionally distant from them.”

It’s been a couple of months since A Swift Farewell played live, but hopefully the release of this single inspires them to get out in front of punters again. Give their Facebook page a follow to learn all about any gig announcements as they happen.

Image used with permission from Good Intent; credit: Robbie Walcott

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Casey Barnes Announces More Tour Dates to Support Smash Single

You might remember me writing about Casey Barnes’ single “Come Turn Me On” back in March. Since then, the song has blown up. It’s number one on every country music chart in Australia, it’s been number one for four weeks on the country airplay chart, and it’s in the top 40 for all genres on iTunes. This is Casey’s third number one single in the last 12 months. No wonder he’s the most played country artist on mainstream radio and the number one independent artist in the country.

But he’s not one to rest on his laurels. Along with already announced appearances at the Gympie Music Muster and Savannah in the Round, Casey’s announced a stack more shows. He’s also bringing along some talented friends, including Josh Setterfield, The Buckleys, Rachael Fahim, and Taylor Moss. If you didn’t catch him last time he toured the country, or you’re just keen for another go round, here are all the dates you need.

19 June 2021 – Hamilton Hotel, Brisbane
25 June 2021 – The Red Hot Country Festival @ Nightquarter, Sunshine Coast
26 June 2021 – Miami Marketta, Gold Coast
3 July 2021 – Leichhardt Hotel, Rockhampton
9 July 2021 – Paddington RSL, Sydney
10 July 2021 – Country to the Coast Festival, Gosford
16 July 2021 – Dalrymple Hotel, Townsville
17 July 2021 – Edge Hill Tavern, Cairns
26 and 27 August 2021 – Gympie Music Muster, Gympie
1 October 2021 – Savannah in the Round, Mareeba
31 October 2021 – Goulburn Valley Country Music Festival, Shepparton

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Tom Myers Wows Me With “How It’s Meant To Be”

Trigger warning: “How It’s Meant To Be” explores the aftermath of a friend’s suicide.

Newcastle’s Tom Myers has cast a spell with his latest song “How It’s Meant To Be.” This is such an achingly beautiful track, so unique with its haunting backing vocals and the music that ebbs and flows in intensity.

Make sure you tap into the lyrics, which express how Tom, the drummer for Papa Vs. Pretty, felt when his friend and bandmate Luke Liang committed suicide.

“‘How Itʼs Meant’ to be is a song written about the sudden and traumatic death of a friend. It explores the immediate aftershocks of death by suicide from multiple perspectives, as a way of finding peace with the ultimate decision,” he explained. “Without sounding too morbid, I wanted to provide an accurate snapshot of my own personal grief in the immediate days after such loss. It was all about me coming to terms with it, if it helps someone else Iʼm really happy.”

Along with his work in Papa Vs. Pretty, Tom has toured as a session drummer with Jack River, Thelma Plum and Kim Churchill. Now with his own solo material, he’s stepping into the spotlight. Follow his Facebook page for details of his gigs as they’re announced.

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Darling James Confronts Toxic Behaviour in “Make the Grade”

Trigger Warning: “Make the Grade” describes aggressive and manipulative behaviour.

Darling James has taken a swipe at toxic masculinity with his powerful new single “Make the Grade.” This is a confronting but intelligent piece of pop-rock that puts us in the shoes of a male predator. It makes for an uncomfortable listen, but that’s the point.

“The consultation process in making the song and clip needs to be emphasised,” he stressed. “In writing the lyric in the first person it hopes to shed light on the mindset of someone who is engaged in this behaviour. It aims to demonstrate to male listeners how insidious and creepy this behaviour is, perhaps helping them to identify it in their peers and maybe even themselves.”

“Importantly the song doesn’t attempt to speak for women, or interpret other people’s experiences or pain,” added filmmaker Domini Marshall, who brought the music video to life. “Singing as a character conducting this behaviour allows Darling James to articulate it while also fully recognising that he is part of the main demographic that engages in it.”

Give “Make The Grade” a listen. And then listen again. All streaming royalties will benefit Support Art, whose 24-hour wellbeing helpline offers assistance to people in the music industry experiencing hardships, including victims of sexual harassment and misconduct. If you need that service, call 1800 959 500.

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Teak Gets Nostalgic With “Seventy Five”

My dad insists there’s been no good music released after the 1970s. I’ve challenged him on this point several times, but I must admit I kind of admire the old man’s dedication to the music he loved in the years BC (before children). And while I was slow to embrace the ‘70s as a kid, I’ve inherited his fondness for the decade. So I can certainly appreciate “Seventy Five,” a long song that celebrates the best of the era from Queensland singer-songwriter Teak.

Like me, Teak has inherited a love of the decade’s music which really shines through in this nostalgic number. She says she was “an 11-year-old kid who would lock herself in the bedroom, light a candle and listen to the likes of led Zeppelin, Frank Sinatra and Patsy Cline … I never really thought it was strange until I looked back and thought, what 11-year-old locks herself in the bedroom with a guitar lit candle and jams out to ‘Going to California’? So, this song in some ways hints at my love for music, anything vintage, and my struggle in the ever-evolving music industry.”

Teak is a regular on the touring circuit who’s made appearances at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, the Gympie Music Muster, and Road to Roma. She was even handpicked to support ‘70s legend David Gates. You can see her next at Springsure Rugby League Ladies Day at the Springsure Senior Football Grounds in Springsure on June 19.

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Discover Montana Sharp’s “Power”

Montana Sharp first hit my radar last year with her beautiful single “Greenhouse.” She impressed me then, but her latest single “Power” might be even better. Like Kate Miller-Heidke, Montana channels her classical training into a sound that’s contemporary, theatrical, and ultimately so powerful. If you’ve ever set yourself free from a relationship to reclaim your strength, for better or worse, this song is bound to speak to you.

“I think I grew up sold on the idea that my life would be magically ‘fixed’ once a man came to rescue me … I’d get into a relationship and expect the guy to ‘save’ me from my problems, and I’d be so disappointed and bitter when they inevitably couldn’t – so I’d cut them off abruptly in order to regain a sense of control,” she explained. “I know people will listen to this song and think it’s empowering, and perhaps it was when I wrote it – but I think the head that wears the crown was very heavy, and there’s a lot more subtext within the story.”

You can find this song on all the major streaming platforms, but I think it’s best discovered on YouTube. The film clip is dazzling, with Montana taking on the role of the Queen of Hearts. Just like Alice in Wonderland, it’s whimsical with a dark undercurrent bubbling just underneath the surface.

Image used with permission from On the Map PR; credit Charlie Ashfield

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GENIIE BOY Releases Cute and Quirky Love Song, “Bruises”

Gold Coast duo GENIIE BOY are making your weekend brighter with their cool new single “Bruises.” As catchy as it is relatable, this track from singer-songwriter Alisha Todd and producer and multi-instrumentalist Scott French is a love song for all the late bloomers out there.

“Bruises is a love song for people who have been a little slow in finding the human they could never get sick of, and also a song for people who don’t fit into the ‘norm’ of societal structure,” they explained. “It’s a bit cute, a bit rock-y, a bit silly. It’s pretty much Alisha’s self-reflection on meeting Scott, their relationship and the reality of their surrounding social groups.”

If you dig it, you’ll be happy to know the band has an EP on the way.

Image used with permission from GYRO PR