Posts by Emma Orland

Los Angeles alt-pop band The Strike captivate audiences with their unique blend of 80’s rock influences and contemporary, dance floor-ready lyrics with “Soundtrack.” Listen HERE. “’Soundtrack’ is a song about the person who keeps you grounded. For those who live with their head in the clouds, life can seem like continuous scenes from a movie. This penchant for…

Today, Melbourne-based indie-rock artist underlay, AKA the musical brainchild of Melbourne via Newcastle via Riyadh, Saudi Arabia multi-instrumentalist Cody Broughman, announces the release of his second EP Sick Like A Kid, due out February 2nd 2024 via Nettwerk. The EP features five tracks, including recent singles “Father’s Name” and “Haircut”, alongside new single “Ought”, out now. Produced with long-time collaborator, Vacations’ frontman Campbell Burns, Underlay’s…

Today, Wrabel has released his sophomore album ‘based on a true story’ – an inspired next chapter in the career of one of modern pop’s most prolific talents. Today’s new LP is an amalgamation of the celebrated songwriter and artist’s previous two EPs ‘chapter of me’ and ‘chapter of you’, both of which unfolded throughout…

Singer, songwriter, and producer Bre Kennedy has arrived at her Saturn Return with her sophomore full-length album, Scream Over Everything, out today. Using this phoenix-rising moment to serve as deep inspiration, Scream Over Everything invites listeners into an intimate conversation with Bre as she shares her most revealing songs yet, disclosing her innermost thoughts, fears and dreams as she navigates…

Fan favourite brotherly duo Bad Sounds are pleased to announce a brand new release with the arrival of ‘Beggin’, taken from the upcoming EP Escaping From a Violent Time, Vol. IV, the final instalment of their four-volume collection due in 2024. In their newest single, accompanied by a visually stunning music video, the brothers re-evaluate their out-look on life…

After sharing his expansive EP Car Alarm in September, Knoxville freak-folk artist Tyler Anthony aka Cereus Bright shares the contemplative new single “Unfaithful.” The moody, jazz-inspired psych-folk song centers around a liquified bass line and building chorus. Subtle orchestrations add grandiose energy to a song that examines the tension between desire and restraint. Listen to “Unfaithful” on all digital retailers (here). …

Rising folk star Hazlett releases new single “Slow Running” taken from his upcoming new EP Goodbye to the Valley Low out December 8 via Nettwerk. “Slow Running” is an exciting addition to Hazlett’s already stellar catalogue, a serene soundscape that seamlessly blends feather-light guitars with Hazlett’s harmonious vocals to deliver a soothing slice of ambient folk.  Hazlett on the track: “When the going’s good…

Australian indie-rock trio Last Dinosaurs are known for crafting engaging, high-energy songs. Today, they take their anthemic choruses and buzzing guitar riffs to the stratosphere with their seven-song release RYU. In the year 3023, The Dinos envision a universe where music can still make a difference on an inter-galactic level. With the Sean Caskey-penned songs, the band aimed…

Released today, the core message to take away from Mega’s third EP Honour and Glory is to take a moment to reflect on your achievements. And in that respect, Mega has plenty to celebrate. The EP is powered by her winning vocal talent, a voice that was developed in gospel groups in her teens and that overcame career-threatening health issues on…

Icelandic singer-songwriter Axel Flóvent returns with a new single today titled ‘When the Sun Goes Down’, his first brand new material since last year’s collaborative EP Coexist. A beautifully poignant track featuring warm synths and keys wrapped around a sparse beat as his earnest vocals hover towards an undeniable and uplifting refrain topped off with a hypnotic melody.…