Concert Review: Wallows’ Virtual Tour At The Roxy
When LA band Wallows announced their collaboration with No Cap to stream a series of pre-recorded concerts at The Roxy, I decided it was time to put an end to my concert dry spell and tune in.
Song review: ‘Getting Closer’ By Yellow Days
It might be because I listened to the song in between ‘the midnight gospel’ episodes or maybe I’m just caught up in an existential-millennial crisis, but I also found this song as a reminder to be present and appreciate the space you’re in.
Bluesfest Bound LamBros. Step Out With New Single ‘Don’t Say My Name’
A fusion of blues, funk, and rock, this new track by Sydney-based LamBros. balances lyrical emotional weight with hard hooks and hypnotic bass to make it a searing anthem.
Album Review: ‘Infinitely Ordinary’ By The Wrecks
Lets Wreckin’ go: The Wrecks’ debut album Infinitely Ordinary is everything that’s good about alternative music.
Song Review: ‘Hollywood’ By Car Seat Headrest
While the artsy-kid-chewed-up-and-spat-out-by-the-corrupt-system narrative is nothing new, frontman Will Toledo manages to breathe new life into the trope, expressing internal anxieties, as well as sharp criticisms of the entertainment industry.
Song Review: ‘Lost Angeles’ by The Aces
Utah quartet are back with their second single, about “that experience of being infatuated by Hollywood and a new city, but then having the excitement and romance of it ripped away at the hands of heartbreak.”
Song Review: ‘Aries’ by Gorillaz
‘Aries’ is moody and compelling, overcoming some instances of lyrical simplicity with well-orchestrated sounds.
Song Review: ‘Take Yourself Home’ By Troye Sivan
“For a song that’s supposed to be a pep talk, it feels much more like the internal monologue you’d have with yourself in the shower after a day you’d rather forget.”
Album Review: Cenizas by Nicolas Jaar
The devil works hard but Nicolas Jaar works harder.
Vampire Weekend’s ‘Father Of The Bride’ Might’ve Just Out-Vampire Weekended Vampire Weekend
While far from the band’s most cutting-edge work, Vampire Weekend’s fourth studio album is a colourful and wildly enjoyable pop extravaganza, writes Matthew Forbes