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Daniel Glass on breaking new ground

Daniel Glass on breaking new ground

In the four decades he s been in the business, Daniel Glass has had a hand in the careers of everyone from Billy Idol, The Divinyls and Vanilla Ice to more recently Phoenix and Childish Gambino.…

By Staff Writer - Feb 26, 2018
Daniel Glass on breaking new ground

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Daniel Glass on breaking new ground

In the four decades he s been in the business, Daniel Glass has had a hand in the careers of everyone from Billy Idol, The Divinyls and Vanilla Ice to more recently Phoenix and Childish Gambino.…

By Staff Writer - Feb 26, 2018
The online resources you need to start your career

The online resources you need to start your career

While there are a few necessary evils an artist needs to break through the noise and have their art heard, it's easy to forget just how many online resources are at your disposal to kick things off.…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 26, 2018
The online resources you need to start your career

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The online resources you need to start your career

While there are a few necessary evils an artist needs to break through the noise and have their art heard, it's easy to forget just how many online resources are at your disposal to kick things off.…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 26, 2018
OPINION: New liquor laws in WA mean reform or perish for live music

OPINION: New liquor laws in WA mean reform or perish for live music

There is clear intent from both state government and bureaucrats to see changes to Western Australia s Liquor Licensing Act. This on the surface is good; the challenge is to ensure that the reform…

By Staff Writer - Feb 25, 2018
OPINION: New liquor laws in WA mean reform or perish for live music

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OPINION: New liquor laws in WA mean reform or perish for live music

There is clear intent from both state government and bureaucrats to see changes to Western Australia s Liquor Licensing Act. This on the surface is good; the challenge is to ensure that the reform…

By Staff Writer - Feb 25, 2018
Australia now has a brand new world-class recording studio

Australia now has a brand new world-class recording studio

Three generations of the music industry gathered on Ellis Avenue in Alexandria last night to celebrate the launch of Australia's largest recording studio, Studios 301. From MGM founder Sebastian…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 23, 2018
Australia now has a brand new world-class recording studio

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Australia now has a brand new world-class recording studio

Three generations of the music industry gathered on Ellis Avenue in Alexandria last night to celebrate the launch of Australia's largest recording studio, Studios 301. From MGM founder Sebastian…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 23, 2018
Collaborative songwriting: Aurelia talks the good, the bad and the ugly

Collaborative songwriting: Aurelia talks the good, the bad and the ugly

Aurelia may be well known for her stunning indie-pop leanings on critically acclaimed debut single ‘Are We Losing’ and new single 'Chest', but she better known for her songwriting chops. Over the…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 23, 2018
Collaborative songwriting: Aurelia talks the good, the bad and the ugly

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Collaborative songwriting: Aurelia talks the good, the bad and the ugly

Aurelia may be well known for her stunning indie-pop leanings on critically acclaimed debut single ‘Are We Losing’ and new single 'Chest', but she better known for her songwriting chops. Over the…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 23, 2018
"The harder you go in, the more it convinces your brain that it’s true": Sarah McLeod on eliminating fear through fashion with Bad Valentine

"The harder you go in, the more it convinces your brain that it’s true": Sarah McLeod on eliminating fear through fashion with Bad Valentine

Singer, songwriter, performer in a musical and now a fashion label. Sarah McLeod wears many hats, but it’s her latest venture into designer apparel that shows just how far her creativity can stretch.…

By Staff Writer - Feb 22, 2018
"The harder you go in, the more it convinces your brain that it’s true": Sarah McLeod on eliminating fear through fashion with Bad Valentine

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"The harder you go in, the more it convinces your brain that it’s true": Sarah McLeod on eliminating fear through fashion with Bad Valentine

Singer, songwriter, performer in a musical and now a fashion label. Sarah McLeod wears many hats, but it’s her latest venture into designer apparel that shows just how far her creativity can stretch.…

By Staff Writer - Feb 22, 2018
Vance Joy on songwriting, album artwork and the desire for affirmation from fans

Vance Joy on songwriting, album artwork and the desire for affirmation from fans

For Vance Joy, album release day kind of feels like a birthday - a lot of excitement, some anticipation and a little bit of nervousness around who’s going to come to the party. It’s been three and a…

By Staff Writer - Feb 22, 2018
Vance Joy on songwriting, album artwork and the desire for affirmation from fans

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Vance Joy on songwriting, album artwork and the desire for affirmation from fans

For Vance Joy, album release day kind of feels like a birthday - a lot of excitement, some anticipation and a little bit of nervousness around who’s going to come to the party. It’s been three and a…

By Staff Writer - Feb 22, 2018
Perth band The Faim have everything it takes to become Australia's next global hit

Perth band The Faim have everything it takes to become Australia's next global hit

With talent, looks, ambition and connections, an artist can go a long way. That special brew has taken The Faim to Los Angeles and, perhaps, the international rock world beckons. It’s early days for…

By Brandon John - Feb 21, 2018
Perth band The Faim have everything it takes to become Australia's next global hit

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Perth band The Faim have everything it takes to become Australia's next global hit

With talent, looks, ambition and connections, an artist can go a long way. That special brew has taken The Faim to Los Angeles and, perhaps, the international rock world beckons. It’s early days for…

By Brandon John - Feb 21, 2018
Born Lion deliver blistering sophomore LP ‘Celebrate The Lie’

Born Lion deliver blistering sophomore LP ‘Celebrate The Lie’

All told, Born Lion’s 2015 debut LP Final Words was a great record, its couple of missteps smoothed over by relentless pace and earworm hooks as it went on to pick up an ARIA nom for Best Hard…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 19, 2018
Born Lion deliver blistering sophomore LP ‘Celebrate The Lie’

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Born Lion deliver blistering sophomore LP ‘Celebrate The Lie’

All told, Born Lion’s 2015 debut LP Final Words was a great record, its couple of missteps smoothed over by relentless pace and earworm hooks as it went on to pick up an ARIA nom for Best Hard…

By Poppy Reid - Feb 19, 2018
Mallrat: making pop cool again

Mallrat: making pop cool again

Pop is no longer a dirty word, and commercial radio is embracing that fact. And what a time it is for the industry, with a host of new musicians finding their voice in the genre. “I think too many…

By Staff Writer - Feb 18, 2018
Mallrat: making pop cool again

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Mallrat: making pop cool again

Pop is no longer a dirty word, and commercial radio is embracing that fact. And what a time it is for the industry, with a host of new musicians finding their voice in the genre. “I think too many…

By Staff Writer - Feb 18, 2018
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