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  • Listening Now : som som – Realign

    som som strikes a compelling balance between vulnerability and momentum on Realign, an energetic indie-noise pop gem that transforms personal growth into something both cathartic and exhilarating. Driving guitars, lo-fi textures, and dreamy bedroom-pop elements create a vibrant backdrop for a song centered on healing, self-discovery, and reclaiming one’s voice after difficult setbacks. Despite its introspective themes, the track never loses its sense of forward motion, channeling uncertainty and struggle into something empowering and life-affirming. Catchy, emotionally resonant, and packed with youthful energy, Realign is a stirring reminder that sometimes losing your footing is the first step toward finding a stronger version of yourself.

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  • DANSONFEST Returns To THE BASO This Weekend

    Canberra’s best punk rock party is back at The Baso on June 6, with 15 of Australia’s top DIY bands set to bring the noise at Dansonfest 2026. Headlined by Meanjin/Brisbane’s Flangipanis in their final Canberra appearance, Naarm/Melbourne’s Wolfpack, and Gadigal/Sydney’s Ess-Em, this year’s festival returns to its roots by showcasing the acts you should […]
  • Listening Now : Eliezer – Became

    Eliezer delivers an uplifting and deeply personal statement on Became, a motivational blend of melodic hip-hop and heartfelt songwriting. Built around themes of perseverance, self-discovery, and hard-earned success, the track reflects on the challenges and sacrifices required to become the person capable of achieving long-held dreams. Eliezer’s sincere delivery and reflective lyricism give the song an authentic emotional weight, while the polished production keeps its message accessible and inspiring. Honest, aspirational, and full of purpose, Became serves as a powerful reminder that growth often emerges from life’s greatest trials.

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  • Listening Now : Jon Grammer – Impossible

    Jon Grammer channels the emotional intensity of post punk into Impossible, a powerful alternative rock offering that balances vulnerability with determination. Driven by expressive vocals, dynamic guitar work, and a strong melodic core, the track explores themes of struggle, resilience, and confronting seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Its appeal lies in the contrast between raw emotional honesty and polished songwriting, creating a sound that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. Thoughtful, cathartic, and emotionally charged, Impossible showcases Jon Grammer’s ability to transform introspection into compelling, memorable songcraft.

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  • Listening Now : Master Peace – ONE of ONE

    Master Peace continues his impressive ascent with ONE of ONE, a vibrant indie-pop anthem bursting with charisma, confidence, and infectious energy. Anchored by punchy guitars, irresistible hooks, and a playful lyrical approach, the track effortlessly blends indie, alternative, and pop influences into a sound that feels both contemporary and timeless. Romance and modern relationships sit at the heart of the songwriting, delivered with wit, personality, and an easygoing charm that makes every moment feel natural. Bold, catchy, and packed with feel-good momentum, ONE of ONEfurther cements Master Peace as one of the most exciting and distinctive voices emerging from the UK alternative scene.

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  • Listening Now : Subterranean Street Society – Thomas Matthew Crooks

    Subterranean Street Society channel raw tension and uncomfortable questions into Thomas Matthew Crooks, a gripping folk-grunge slow burner that thrives on repetition, atmosphere, and emotional unease. Built around a deep, swampy groove, the track gradually intensifies as blues-soaked instrumentation and provocative lyricism pull listeners into increasingly darker territory. Rather than offering easy answers, the song explores themes of violence, alienation, and personal responsibility through a deliberately ambiguous lens, allowing its meaning to remain open to interpretation. Bold, unsettling, and impossible to ignore, Thomas Matthew Crooks showcases Subterranean Street Society’s ability to fuse poetic storytelling with explosive musical power.

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  • Review VOIVOD “Symphonique”

    When Voivod started in the early ’80s and released the album “War and Pain” in 1984, who would have thought that these metal punks would play a live show with a symphonic orchestra and release a live album of the event? People would have thought you were crazy. But the beauty of life is that… Continue Reading →
  • The Altar Demands More: Inside The Gates Of NECROSONIC FESTIVAL With DESTRUKTOR

    Necrosonic Festival returns to the Mansfield Tavern on Saturday, August 22 2026, and the full lineup has been revealed to the masses! With dual headliners Rivers of Nihil (USA) and our very own Psycroptic, alongside exclusive reunions, one-off performances and long-awaited resurrections ~ this year’s ritual is the most formidable yet. With a massive deference […]