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The Herd - The King is Dead
The Herd - The King is Dead

Over the past few years The Herd have become a political compass of sorts for Australian youth. With the departure of the Howard Government in 2007 it comes as no surprise then that the first single, "The King is Dead" from their latest album, "Summerland" would be a final... more

Dan Parsons - Old Brown Shoe
Dan Parsons - Old Brown Shoe

A rarity for the Brisbane acoustic roots music scene is a release of such maturity. Careful not to overdo the production as can be tempting when presented with the endless opportunities of the studio environment, each track carefully balances its composition with just the right instruments to... more

Second Cab Off The Rank
Second Cab Off The Rank

The second single released off Liam Finn’s album ‘I’ll Be Lightning’ is this well put together 100% eco-friendly, recycled chipboard case entitled ‘Gather to The Chapel’. Well it’s not the packaging and physical CD, so much as the ... more

Jason Mraz tours Australia this month
The San Diego song man returns to tour Australia this August with a shiny new record in his pocket, and a full band on stage.
Michael Franti and Spearhead to release new album
One of the most moving and politically charged writers, Michael Franti and his band Spearhead, return with their eagerly-awaited album, All Rebel Rockers, on September 9, via Liberator Music.
Xavier Rudd to release Dark Shades of Blue August 19
Best-selling Australian singer-songwriter Xavier Rudd is set to release his seventh album, Dark Shades of Blue, on August 19th. Confirmed appearances at the Jazz Aspen Snowmass and Bumbershoot festivals in August and the Austin City Limits festival in September will bookend a headlining tour that will find Xav bringing his world-renowned live performance to cities across the U.S.
5 Acts in The Arvo
It was clear from the outset these guys are the real deal and have all the tools to be the next big thing in WA rock.
True Live Unified

With their unique blend of hip hop, jazz and contemporary beats, True Live definitely made this music lover’s sun shine again.

Joel Plaskett - The Vanguard, Newtown (31st Jan, 2008)
Award winning Canadian musician Joel Plaskett is no stranger to our country, touring almost annually due to overwhelming fan feedback and critical acclaim. This time flying solo without his band, the Emergency, he plays the Vanguard as a sideshow to the Sunshine & Clouds traveling revue and once again, Soulshine’s Max Easton is on the ground to check out another successful Plaskett gig.
The Beautiful Girls Interview
Fresh home and on holiday after a tour encompassing Europe, the United States and the land they call home, the Beautiful Girls’ Bruce Braybrooke calls in for a chat with Max Easton about music, touring and everything in between.
Audio Shaman Interview
In a time when world music is finally moving to the fore, it is exciting to see an artist who is taking it one step further. World music sounds with an alternative slant, on an Australian stage. Emily Burton speaks to Paul George from Gold Coast outfit Audio Shaman.
What An Imagination!
Canberra artist Imagination describes the songs on his album, the process and the perfect date...