Category Archives: Australia

SONG OF THE DAY Wireheads – Technical Man

With six members strong in this band, it’s no wonder that Australia’s Wireheads make a big sound, but with their post punk ethics and garage rock undertones, this is music you want to be loud! Hailing from Adelaide, this six-piece … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Szymon – Blue Coloured Mountain

“I want my music to be timeless.” – Szymon Australian artist Szymon Borzestowski was just 23 when he lost his battle with depression and took his own life in 2012.  This young artist was on the brink of something massive, … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY White Bleaches – Killing Sheep

When a song relentlessly hunts you down with a killer bass line and stomping beat, it’s hard to avoid the imminent onslaught….just as well the White Bleaches’ new single packs the kind of pleasure-pain punch you won’t mind being on … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY The Putbacks – Oranges

Best-known for their heavy-funk orientated, ‘dirty’ rhythmic compositions, Melbourne’s funkiest 5-piece, The Putbacks served up another fine dish of tasty, soul-psych instrumentals on their latest eponymous album.  Released earlier this month and serving 100% guaranteed originality, the band’s latest offering … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY White Bleaches – Mirror Machine

Arriving on a wave of authentic garage rock and forming (or is that foaming!) in the coastal surf town of Torquay, Australia, the White Bleaches are four-piece psych band who came together in 2015. Since then their psychedelic voyage has … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Space Invadas – Wild World Feat. Remi

I heard today’s track for the first time about 20 minutes ago and the more I listen to it, the more I’m loving it! Smouldering sweet-sounding soul, honey-laced vocals and soaring horns..this is the sound of the Space Invadas’ Wild … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY The Babe Rainbow (AUS) – Johny Says Stay Cool

Describing their 60’s-inspired sound as “God picking sunflowers,” The Babe Rainbow are a colourful and dashing trio hailing from Byron Bay.  Colourful by name, this retro trio are most definitely colourful by nature and create a cosmic sound that falls somewhere … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Jonti – Rain

Jonti Danilewitz, aka Jonti, is an Australian electronic and alternative hip hop record producer and songwriter (if, like me, you are unfamiliar with him) who has returned after a five-year break with a brand new song. Signed to Stones Throw … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Ry X – Thunder

Australia’s Ry Cuming, aka RY X  has today released a new track and, in all its beautiful soft glory, it is a perfect song to sit and be absorbed by. ‘Thunder’ is a gentle wash of delicate electronica and intricately … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Papa Chango – New Moon

I’ve been a big fan of the great Ethiopian Jazz musician, Mulatu Estatke for many years now and have more recently been delighted to stumble across like-minded bands such as, Family Atlantica, The Sorcerers, Karl Hector & The Malcouns…and now Papa Chango! Papa … Continue reading

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