I used to think that the Triple J Hottest 100, like Western liberal democracy, was the true embodiment of pure democratic will. The best band had won, the people had spoken. Over time, however, as I began to see how in a Western democracy, a candidate’s chance in an election was contingent on a myriad…
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Much like everywhere else (just about), soul music has seen something of a revival in Australia over the past few years. We’ve embraced Adele, the late Ms Winehouse, and Duffy into our hearts and our iTunes playlists. But despite the popularity, there have been rather few Australian artists riding the wave with these successful Brits….
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Loon Lake, a Melbourne indie-garage band consisting of ”three brothers and two mates”, are quickly but stealthily crawling into your life. Much like their namesake, they have been flowing through the local scene, making headway and friends as they go. I do so loathe the term “next big thing”, but… I chatted to Nick, drummer…
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Al Newstead knows music; freelance music journalist and Triple J favourite by day, comedian by night. Write about what you know, as they say. I chatted to Newstead about blunting hipsters, sex in music and fighting Beatles….to say the least. ‘I’m a freelance music journalist and a comedian,’ Newstead explains. ‘I’ve written for the likes…
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Tij Priddle wasn’t the same as every kid. Bathing himself in Beach Boy anthems every Sunday from dawn until dusk, Tij was bound to end up as a musical star. And now, the 23-year-old is the face behind Melbourne band Boy in a Box. Ever since highschool Tij has been involved in numerous bands and…
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