The Underground Stage
“The Geodes’ teeny-tiny set is perfectly formed, teeny-tiny egg-punk beats propelling either savage or jangly songs, never losing its temper but never taking its foot off the gas. A lovely, tiny pleasure, covered in spikes.” Gallery
“The Bancrofts are what you need just when you don’t know what you need, power-pop with endless fizz and vim, a boost to the mood and the soul. It’s all boundless energy and gigantic songs made of rattling good fun – if you don’t walk away from this with a crippling grin then, son, you’ve […]
“Mixed Messages move smooth, like ice cubes on glass on rails, jazzy soul and funk bright like sunshine. Gallery Listen
“Chinwag’s choice of cover – ‘My Pal’ by GOD – tells you a lot about their whole thing, tough and dusty Australiana with bags of guitar (three of them, in fact) and a sly line in rock which carries a smile on its face but is always a half-second from turning into a snarl. More […]
“Sin Is Her play a tight, tough, and accomplished first-ever set with all the enthusiasm and bounce that comes with it. Hard rock shoulders up against 90s fuzz and while it’s heavy with muscle it stays light and nimble on its feet, a first impression landed with heft and skill.” Gallery
“PENI PARKER’s heavy fury lands blows but they’re ones propelled by joy and glee. There’s more than enough sheer muscle in the songs, the music, and (especially) the vocal to knock the bricks out of the walls – somehow though, you don’t feel the pain of it, just a soaring, roaring euphoria. You’ll end up […]
Every week, I scour the latest releases from emerging, DIY, and independent artists in Australia. The best of them end up on the playlist. Follow The Playlist Listen to this week’s edition here or below, 100% made up of the best brand-new music from the best new artists in Australia – never pay-to-play, and always […]
