| Zoe K and The Shadow Katz - You're Gonna Curse The Day Blues/Roots, Soul | 15/11/2011 |
In a climate dominated by manufactured talent, Zoe K and The Shadow Katz are a welcomed dose of old school jazz, blues, substance and style.
A song that screams 'I'm ready to stop watching bad television, eating chocolate and get back to my life' with revenge of course. This is an up beat soul, rhythm and blues inspired track that will turn big burly daddies into sissy little girly girls.
RECOMMENDED BY 3PBS, Melbourne
RECOMMENDED BY 3PBS, Melbourne
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Other tracks by Zoe K and The Shadow Katz: Dizney - Woman Enough
| Zeptepi - Girls of Old Maui Folk, Roots, Acoustic, Rock | 27/04/2012 |
Zeptepi are a gloriously apocalyptic folk-rock band for the 21st century. Pogues meets Waterboys meets Weddings Parties Anything.
A re-writing of Rolling Down to Old Maui, a traditional sailor's song dating back to the middle of the 19th century. This version retains the original melody, but tells a new story.
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Other tracks by Zeptepi: No Respect - Ace of Spades
| Yothu Yindi - Healing Stone World, Pop, Australian Indigenous | 26/11/2012 |
Yothu Yindi translates from Yolngu matha to English as "child and mother" and is essentially a kinship term referring to the connection that the Yolngu clans have between themselves.
"Healing Stone" is the first new song by Yothu Yindi in 12 years. Co-written by Mandawuy and INXS tunesmith Andrew Farriss, it’s as culturally urgent, profoundly personal and ultimately universal as any song in the world-renowned Arnhem Land band's 27-year history.
| Yabu Band - Petrol, Paint and Glue Indigenous, Australian Indigenous | 27/04/2012 |
3 piece indigenous band from WA. 2009 Deadly Award winners for Most Promising New Act, Yabu sing in English and Wongutha language and address confronting related to indigenous people.
Sweetest-saddest powerful ballad confronting the desperation of the indigenous people affected by substance abuse and the effects it has on their family and community.
| World's End Press - Second Day Uptown Pop, Dance | 01/05/2012 |
Lead by John Parkinson on vocals, powered by the elastic funk of Sashi Dharann on bass, the beats of Tom Gould on drums, the kaleidoscopic sounds of Rhys Richards’ keys.
In the words of singer/ guitarist John Parkinson, Second Day Uptown is about ‘living in the city, assimilating and forgetting who you used to be’.
| Woe & Flutter - Sharehouse Blues Rock, Garage | 22/05/2012 |
Woe & Flutter had a dream run in 2011. They were unearthed by triple j and signed with Ivy League Records.
'Sharehouse Blues' is an ode to the trials of shared accommodation - the sexy racket, the little quirks and the things you put up with in a group house.
| Woe & Flutter - Cities Of The Red Night Rock, Punk, Folk, Garage | 06/09/2011 |
WOE & Flutter are four young men from the Gold Coast: Dusty Anastassiou (Vocals/Guitars), Adam Schneider (Vocals/Guitars), Aiden McMillan (Bass) and Dave McMillan (Drums).
First track taken from the self-titled EP. The track was recently added to triple j’s playlist after being uncovered through their Unearthed.
Other tracks by Woe & Flutter: I Think I'm Fine - Why It's So
| Wintercoats - Everyone Seems to Be in on Something Pop | 05/04/2013 |
A master of ethereal delicacies, Melbourne’s Wintercoats aka James Wallace creates aural artworks of fragility and grandeur.
'Everyone Seems to Be in on Something' is a stunning piece of ethereal music built around delicate string plucks, poignant lyrics and driving percussion.
Other tracks by Wintercoats: Halogen Moon
| Wintercoats - Blood Prints Folk, Pop, Atmospheric, Chill | 07/02/2012 |
A master of ethereal delicacies, Melbourne’s Wintercoats aka James Wallace combines his chameleonic compositional talents and profound arrangement dexterity to create aural artworks of fragility and grandeur.
Blood Prints by Wintercoats is a Balkan inspired dream pop track focusing on soundscapes and a mix of folk and classical instrumentation with pop sensibilities and Balearic qualities. The song focuses on the need to express appreciation towards a person of significant importance.
Recommended by: 3RRR, Melbourne
Recommended by: 3RRR, Melbourne
Other tracks by Wintercoats: Working On A Dream - Forest Of Lovers
| William Street Strikers - Madboy Rock, Ska | 17/01/2012 |
The band had great success with their two EP's, particularly "No Not Nick". Received strong airplay across many community stations including JJJ, RRR, 4ZZZ, FBi and more.
"Madboy" is a solid mid-tempo rock/pop song with very strong ska overtones. Hooky throughout, "Madboy" is instantly familiar with it's horns and catchy chorus.
| Will and the Indians - What If I Said Rock, Pop | 12/01/2013 |
Stirring dual guitar work. Clever, self-conscious lyrics. A rhythm section propulsive enough to power a goddamn car. That's the fine young Camden lads, Will and the Indians!
A night out at a party where you're getting the right kind of attention from the wrong kind of people – are you prepared to take a risk with unsavory characters? The musicianship takes you on this journey - powerful guitars and a booming rhythm section paints the ultimate picture.
| Wilding - I’ll Love You Until Monday Morning Pop, Psychedelic, Britpop | 01/05/2012 |
Wilding’s playful pop experimentation delights in slyly curling melodies and frank, if at times absurdist, lyrics about love and desire. Now imagine distinctly British-flavoured songs from psychedelic-era Abbey Road studios.
When love is just a weekend away...
‘I’ll Love You Until Monday Morning’ is a Beatlesque sing-a-long pop gem with a harmonious ending of swirling guitars and interlaced vocals.
...’I remember your clothes, slipping to the floor. I remember the knocks, through the walls, from next door’...
‘I’ll Love You Until Monday Morning’ is a Beatlesque sing-a-long pop gem with a harmonious ending of swirling guitars and interlaced vocals.
...’I remember your clothes, slipping to the floor. I remember the knocks, through the walls, from next door’...
Other tracks by Wilding: The Day I Let You Pass Me By - Burning Up Inside
| We All Want To - Ramp Up The Bleeding Pop, Rock | 23/08/2012 |
Brisbane indie super-group We All Want To make sublimely intelligent music, putting their own spin on classically-melodic power-pop.
Blissfully fuzzy guitars and sweet harmonies deliver We All Want To Tim Steward's message: "'Ramp Up The Bleeding' is about the simple idea of trying to live by your own standards and not give a shit about what other people think or do."
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| Warren H. Williams - These Eyes Indigenous, Country | 13/12/2011 |
Warren H Williams is one of the most celebrated Indigenous identities in the local music scene. His music is uniquely Australian and touches mainly on core Australian values.
“These Eyes” is the first single from Warren’s new album “Urna Marra” which is out now.
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| Velociraptor - Riot Rock, Garage, Pop | 09/07/2012 |
Velociraptor like to make party, so much so that they formed a band/gang so large, so loose, and so fun that instant party making was guaranteed* wherever they showed up.
You might remember, Velociraptor from their summer hit ‘Cynthia’. Stuff got wild once that track got out onto the Internets and radio... Before the team knew it they were bitchin' rockstars. Now, they're back, armed to the teeth with more hooks than a fisherman moonlighting as a hooker, with ‘Riot’.
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ON TOUR:
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Other tracks by Velociraptor: The Walk On By
| Vanessa Lea and Roadtrain - Only With You Country | 10/01/2012 |
Contemporary Australian Country...unique trio featuring banjo, mandolin, harmonica, slide.
The first single, a love song of sorts, portrays travelling around various landmarks in Australia, such as Kakadu, Uluru, the Nullarbor and The Great Barrier Reef.
Filmed in Coffs Harbour by Ross Wood, says it has "an incredibly appealing quirky nature" that "puts a smile on your face".
Filmed in Coffs Harbour by Ross Wood, says it has "an incredibly appealing quirky nature" that "puts a smile on your face".
Other tracks by Vanessa Lea and Roadtrain: Awkward - Red Stiletto
| Urthboy - Naïve Bravado feat. Daniel Merriweather Hip Hop | 01/06/2012 |
Urthboy is label manager of Elefant Traks, and has facilitated its growth from a handful of releases to beyond fifty – as well as a boutique touring company.
The concept of 'naïve bravado' is like a lamb with a lion's heart, a broken down car needing a jump start. It's not false courage if it leads you out of the mess. Teaming up with Daniel Merriweather, Urthboy sidesteps peers whilst exhibiting his trademark sharp flow and songwriting talents
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| Urban Rogue - Shipwreck Girl Pop, Funk, Grunge, Rock | 19/01/2012 |
Two Aussie fellas who have created a new genre of music called GUF Grungy Urban Funk. With 5 songs almost completed they are out to write that elusive one-hit wonder
Song about a love/hate relationship between a runaway daughter (former street kid) and mother (a former prostitute). The relationship strained even further by the never-ending arguments over money and the daughters threats to get it (money)any way she can which includes resorting to stripping or prostitution
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| Union 42 - Mamma Don't Fly Blues/Roots, Pop, Country, Folk | 23/01/2012 |
Sunshine Pop with a Country/Roots twist.
This is a track about growing up and flying out of the nest!
Other tracks by Union 42: Adelaide - Santa's Toys
| Underlights - Remnants Rock, Garage | 26/03/2012 |
While still maintaining a unique approach and a classic Australian aesthetic Underlights wear their influences like Oasis, Stone Roses, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and The Black Angels on their sleeves.
'Remnants' is a sprawling, psychedelic track with a huge sound full of everything that made you love The Stone Roses, but still manages to keep Underlights' own unique style that made first single 'Now That You’re in Love' one of the most added to radio tracks of March.
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