Sydney future-folk/soul songstress Ngaiire (pron Ny-Ree) is flying high in 2014, having cemented her place as one of Australia’s most dynamic vocalists and unique performers. Her Australian Music Prize nominated, debut LP Lamentations (2013), showcases stunning vocals over a refined mix of down-tempo electronic glitch, soulful grooves and elegant piano work. With a performance at the Glastonbury …
The Sinking Teeth began in a flat above a particularly shady pawn shop in Brunswick, Victoria. There were holes in the walls, the roof leaked badly and the owner of the pawn shop said he would shoot them if they practiced there. The place was a dive, but it was perfect for writing grubby tunes. Now based in Carlton, the …
Brisbane indie soul songstress Bec Laughton has been stopping audiences dead in their tracks with her perfect pairing of infectious pop melodies backed by her powerhouse vocals. Since landing #1 on the triple j Unearthed Roots Charts, snagging CD of the week in the Sydney Morning Herald and Indie Clip of the Week on Rage TV, word about …
A compact duo with big sound, Siskin River deliver an original style of folky blues and roots, with a stomping groove factor, delectable riffs, fast fingers, and evocative lyrics. With Tullara’s unique style of percussive guitar tapping and Shalane’s earthy vocals, the sisters have featured at an astounding number of festivals across Australia including the Woodford Folk Festival, Falls, Caloundra, Queenscliff, …
Eves The Behaviour is the moniker given to the songwriting musings or “experiments” of Brisbane-based Hannah Karydas. Having supported the likes of Holy Holy, Jeremy Neale, Courtney Barnett and Sky Ferreira, Eves was named as one to watch on Triple J’s Next Crop artists list for 2014. With her debut EP on the way, Hannah took some time out to share some industry insight. 1. The …
