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Live Review + Photo Galleries: RSPYS push the off-beat to another level at Hobart’s Republic Bar
Craig Bloxom is the original bass-player and singer of iconic 80’s Australian band, Spy vs Spy (aka v. Spy v. Spy or SPY v SPY). His distinctive vocals and bass playing were (and still are) synonymous with the classic sound the band produced back in the 80’s and early 90’s. Following a near 20 year …
Live Review & Gallery: SiM Unleashes PLAYDEAD, Bringing Chaos to Crowbar – Eora/Sydney, 14.09.24
Saturday night marked a monumental moment for SiM (Silence iz Mine) fans in Eora/Sydney, as the Japanese genre-benders graced the stage at Crowbar for their first-ever show in the city. The Sydney stop was part of their PLAYDEAD tour, a celebration of their 6th album, which dropped late last year. SiM, known for their insane …
News: Aotearoa/New Zealand’s Dynamic Duo, The Black Seeds and Kora, Announce Co-Headlining Australian Tour in April
In exciting news, two of Aotearoa/New Zealand’s most iconic bands, The Black Seeds and Kora, are set to embark on a co-headlining tour across Australia this April. This dynamic pairing promises an unforgettable experience, bringing together the unique sounds of these influential bands. Formed in Wellington in 1998, The Black Seeds have consistently pushed the …
News: Skindred announce opening acts for upcoming UK headline tour
Fresh from the massive success of their hit album Smile – which entered the official UK album chart at no.2 last month – Skindred’s upcoming UK headline tour is now almost completely sold out, with just a handful of tickets remaining for Newcastle and Belfast. With Black Gold already announced as the main support for the tour, …
Countdown to Rebellion – Day 6: Introducing Dakka Skanks
6 Days to go and if you’ve looked at your schedule and thought “mmm could do with something ska/reggae/dub-ish to break up the shouty stuff”, then look no further than Brighton’s own Dakka Skanks. Formed in 2016, with their mission statement being to “rejuvenate British ska”, the band are fronted by the effervescent Clara Byrne, …
News: Skindred release summer reggae anthem ‘L.O.V.E (Smile Please)’
Tapping firmly into their ragga-reggae-sunshine roots, Skindred bounce into the summer with their brand new single ‘L.O.V.E (Smile Please)’, a slice of uplifting positivity designed to get your feet moving and your face beaming with the biggest smile of the year! A pop-rock smash featuring a skankin’ beat, parping horns, a singalong chorus and Caribbean-by-way-of-Newport …
News: The Wailers to play Dublin’s Vicar Street in July
The Wailers are a rare breed of musicians who have earned their place in the annals of music history. Their culture-defining music, embodying the spirit of the 70s reggae movement, has left an indelible mark on the industry.In 2020, They made a comeback with their new album, “One World,” produced by Emilio Estefan. The first …
Meet: Théo one half of French reggae music duo Jahneration
Words Abigael Paquet: Photos Tacha Tassin – Matthieu Bizeul Jahneration is a French reggae music duo, composed of Théo and Ogach. The two friends met in High School and never left each other’s side since. They had the chance to work with big artists such as Dub Inc, Nâaman, Danakil … The two friends also …
Live Review: UB40 featuring Ali Campbell kick off Australian tour at City Hall, Hobart
Hosted by The Hour Group and Vandemonium Touring, reggae royalty, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, kicked off their Australian tour on Friday night with a gig in Australia’s southernmost capital city, Hobart. Whilst the band only retains Ali Campbell from the original UB40 lineup, the gathered musicians who go to make up the band turned in …
EP- Kiwi artist Muroki woos us with the smooth roots sound of ‘Heading East’
Spring is here, the peach blossoms are starting to bloom and Aotearoa is finally free from Covid restrictions. Somehow, this is the perfect backdrop for the release of 21 year old New Zealand artist Muroki‘s second EP, Heading East. Picture yourself driving on an open road with the windows down, the sun on your face …