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Fleshwater are finally bringing their gritty, American grunge-gaze to Australia this November! Originally slated to debut at New Bloom Festival earlier this year, Fleshwater had to pull out last minute, leaving their Aussie fanbase hungry for more. Now, the wait is nearly over. Kicking off at Meanjin/Brisbane’s Valley Loft on November 13, the band will …

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Just moments before fans packed into the Hordern Pavilion to catch the iconic LA-Based pop duo LANY, news of the surprising American presidential election results had settled in, casting a creeping cloud of stunned silence across the city. But as the Pavilion lights dimmed and the first notes echoed, any heaviness gave way to a …

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Arizona alt-rockers The Maine took over Liberty Hall on Friday night to celebrate their sweet 16th (officially 17th!) anniversary and the release of their ninth studio album. Despite train strikes and the pull of the football match next door, fans flooded into the Entertainment Quarter, determined to make the most of the night. The evening …

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Last night, LA’s alt-pop star Emei lit up the stage at the University of Sydney’s Manning Bar as part of Someday Soon Fest, celebrating 50 years of the iconic venue. Touring Australia for the first time, Emei brought an electric, sparkling energy that instantly endeared fans, both new and old. Opening acts J. Tajor and …

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Emei, the rising star from LA’s alt-pop scene, has quickly become a name to watch. With her captivating vocals and sharp wit, she’s carved out a niche in the pop landscape. Now, Emei is ready to bring her sound down under, marking her debut Australian tour next month. Today, Emei drops her latest single, ‘RABBITHOLE,’ …

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In an unforgettable night at the Hordern Pavilion, LA-based indie pop band TV Girl made their Eora/Sydney debut to a packed house. Fans of all ages sprinted to the barrier and eagerly awaited the start of a show that promised to deliver cult classics, fan favourites, their most famous TikTok sounds, and even songs that …

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In a world begging for a full-throttle grunge revival, DIIV’s evolution and dedication to their craft position them to make significant waves for the future of shoegaze and beyond. If you’re a fan of indie-rock and haven’t yet dived into the mesmerising sounds of DIIV, now is the time to board the train. With their …

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The dynamic duo, Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser, better known as MGMT, are set to enchant fans once again with their recently released single, ‘Dancing in Babylon‘, the fourth teaser from their upcoming album, ‘Loss Of Life‘. Scheduled for release this Friday, February 23rd, the album follows a string of successful singles, including ‘Mother Nature,’ …

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Last night, the OAF Gallery in Eora/Sydney played host to a sensational performance by Mainland Break, the indie-rock sensation hailing from the other side of the pond in Colorado, USA. Known for their seamless fusion of post-punk and pub-rock, Mainland Break delivered a thrilling dive into the heart of indie-rock. The atmospheric allure of OAF …

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Saturday night at the Metro Theatre in Eora/Sydney marked a triumphant return to the stage for Joseph Poole, better known as Wednesday 13. The iconic frontman and songwriter of Murderdolls, after a hiatus of well over a decade, brought back the twisted anthems from their dual album discography. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as …

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