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New Music: ‘Do One’, Frank Turner
Folk punk legend Frank Turner launches his upcoming tenth album ‘Undefeated’ (due 3 March) with the release of new single ‘Do One’. Having distanced himself from mainstream labels Frank has fully embraced his newfound status as an independent artist, writing and recording the new album in his home studio on Mersea Island, Essex. ‘Do One’…
Read MoreNew Music: ‘She Has Many Wonders’ Strawbrian Players Convention
Just in time for St Dwynwen’s Day (Welsh Valentine’s Day) on25th January, Strawbrian Players Convention release their new single ‘She Has Many Wonders’ via local label Shiny Vinyl. ‘She Has Many Wonders’ by Strawbrian Players Convention is a warts-and-all love song with a twist. It’s a quirky, waltzing anti-ballad that juxtaposes swirling synth with acoustic…
Read MoreHappy New Year From MADCAP Global
As 2023 draws to its inevitable close, the MADCAP Global family looks back on what’s been a predominantly uplifting year for the company. The past year has yielded many successes and celebratory moments for MADCAP Global as the company posts positive upward growth trends across all divisions. MADCAP remains a trusted and preferred supplier for…
Read MoreOn Tour: The Vanns
South Coast rockers The Vanns kick off 2024 in style with a massive 21-date regional Australian tour starting in February. Armed with their acclaimed record ‘Last Of Your Kind’, The Vanns are excited to bring a fresh perspective on their well-honed sound and performance style to fans nationwide. “In the words of Thin Lizzy, the…
Read MoreNew Music: ‘Killerbites’, Marcus Wynwood
Tasmanian alt-rock artist Marcus Wynwood artfully blends post-punk, indie rock and power pop on his new EP ‘Killerbites’. ‘Killerbites’ is a dynamic record comprising a blissfully chaotic set of tracks that showcases Marcus’ breadth as a songwriter and performer, weaving catchy lyrics and melodies with powerful riffage. “’Killerbites’ is a collection of songs that cover…
Read More‘Kill ‘Em All’ by Metallica at 40
Heavy metal giants Metallica released their debut album ‘Kill ‘Em All’ on 25 July 1983 via independent label Megaforce Records, marking 40 years of a headbanging classic. Wielding an arsenal of pummelling riffs deployed at high velocity, Metallica were among the primary players of the new breed of heavy metal that emerged in the early…
Read MoreNew Music: ‘Songs For The Canyon’ John Vincent III
Acclaimed singer-songwriter John Vincent III delivers his long-awaited second album ‘Songs For The Canyon’, a deeply personal artistic statement from the rising US artist. The latest single from ‘Songs For The Canyon’ is ‘Bluebird Singing’. John has followed-up his 2019 breakthrough debut album ‘Songs From The Valley’ with a heartfelt chronicle of the nearly year-long…
Read MoreNew Music: ‘Danse Macabre’ by Duran Duran
English new wave icons Duran Duran have released their 16th full-length studio album ‘Danse Macabre’, featuring new songs, themed covers and newly reimagined versions of their own ‘spooky’ classics. ‘Danse Macabre’ was inspires by a one-off special live performance that Duran Duran filmed in Las Vegas on 31 October last year. The album is the…
Read MoreNew Music: ‘I Am Not Myself’ Hotel Mira
Canadian alt-rock quartet Hotel Mira embrace the power of change on their transformative new full-length album ‘I Am Not Myself’. Released via Light Organ Records, ‘I Am Not Myself’ is a self-reflective, semiautobiographical contemplation of identity. Across 12 tracks, the album reveals a fascinating insight into the psyche of Hotel Mira vocalist Charlie Kerr, who…
Read MoreIron Maiden Australia Tour 2024
There will be no more wasted years when Iron Maiden return to Australia in September 2024 with their ‘The Future Past’ tour. ‘The Future Past’ tour will be Iron Maiden’s first visit to Australia since ‘The Book Of Souls’ tour in 2016 [read a review of the Brisbane show here] and promises to be their…
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