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* ZPLUTO is performing at ONES TO WATCH, presented by Live Nation, on Thursday August 28th at Albion Hotel in Parramatta as part of SOUND WEST - Music & Technology Festival. * * We caught up with ZPLUTO in light of his performance!
* SHANAE is performing at ONES TO WATCH, presented by Live Nation, on Thursday August 28th at Albion Hotel in Parramatta as part of SOUND WEST - Music & Technology Festival. * * We caught up with SHANAE in light of her performance!
* New Zealand-born, London-based artist ROBINSON https://open.spotify.com/artist/38CvLGTsjtoloDgv3OKQp8 has sparked herself a new musical chapter with ‘TEENAGE RENEGADE https://open.spotify.com/track/12UFOhdwV1STPKzAI39hUu?si=f1f1bb1e92bf4683‘ – her first original solo single since her 2020 EP ‘ https://open.spotify.com/album/3ZMFWfliUQROBkFP5oPBWa‘. * * Robinson’s 2018 hit ‘Nothing To Regret’ https://open.spotify.com/track/3C2xQqHVkhA1Ht17SzPRke?si=fa6c140c90754bdd (certified Platinum in New Zealand and double Platinum in Australia), attracted in excess of 80 million streams and prompted her to relocate to London the following year. * * We were lucky enough to catch up with ROBINSON to unpack this new single for The Music Weekly!
* Electronic and live duo RUMOR https://open.spotify.com/artist/71ykYlQRK28dGzOZgE2d8z (made up of Mitchell Curley & Lenny Pearce) have released their latest single ‘ON MY MIND https://open.spotify.com/track/41HNDA6rzVRCHwqqLoqmVY?si=46340e823e534e2f‘. * * ‘On My Mind https://open.spotify.com/track/41HNDA6rzVRCHwqqLoqmVY?si=46340e823e534e2f‘ comes off the back of their last two solo singles, ‘Let Me Go https://open.spotify.com/track/6BcNfbBBlAi9ZqcJCW6rT8?si=a06aa2d36b404917‘ (the duo’s debut that reached top 10 nationally across commercial charts), and ‘Running Away’ https://open.spotify.com/track/1KOVmdlYTX5SD4rUM88Bh0?si=5820555ad1e84428&nd=1, which have garnered over 1.1 million and 1.5 million Spotify streams to date. * * We caught up with Lenny Pearce of Rumor to unpack this new single!
* DEEP SCAN - with Tom & Erin - Thursday 11.08.22
* Melbourne via Perth via Seattle artist STRICTLY D.T https://www.strictlydt.com/ returns with his first new music in two years on the contemplative and empowering track ‘MY LIFE https://open.spotify.com/track/5NkBFUYKuDtW3TjhxSVAq4?si=eb1d270165fe45c8’. * * We sat down with Strictly D.T to unpack this new single, and what else we can expect from him in the coming months!
* Having toured relentlessly for a decade with no new music in sight, 2022 is shining a spotlight on one of Australia’s most esteemed frontmen, with the legendary https://www.grinspoon.com.au/ vocalist and guitarist PHIL JAMIESON https://www.philjamieson.com.au/ sharing his new solo album 'Somebody Else'. * * We caught up with Phil to unpack the new album and its latest single 'Lights On'!
* Tinpan Orange https://tinpanorange.com/about/’s EMILY LUBITZ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4fFN4CoiZ7zLpb72ZxPrdK strides out on her own with dreamy debut single ‘ https://open.spotify.com/track/724ppvFb8XoRk2hE4KCUCW?si=3933d071e3d8496e&nd=1’ and announces National Tour. * * We catch up with Emily Lubitz to unpack the new single!
* This week Sarah speaks with cyber psychologist Jocelyn Brewer
* We are back from our brief hiatus and brining a wide diverse menu of new tracks that have dropped over the past few weeks + a few releases that we have missed out on playing this year so far. we also have the pleasure of playing some unreleased tracks generously provided to us by some local artists. we have forthcoming @harvest x @tjweaver__ x @kenta204 which will be coming out on Saturday, a @rapalloo track off of the new project Base and Soul + some @toiling_. * Also in the mix we have music from @lilhorsetranq x @sidneyphillipz, @craterfacetheonly, @extraspicy_syd, @agonyintl, @xsetra_dnb + heaps more.
* Australian alt-pop songstress ST.JAMES https://www.stjames-music.com/ had unleashed her sultry new single ‘ https://open.spotify.com/album/7I4lgPHUtfPKJvzofE7yMx‘. * * We caught up with St.James to unpack the single!
* This week Sarah is joined by Liv Arnold. Liv identifies as a Black, Indigenous, (and) People of Color (BIPOC) author - who is writing diverse books on real issues like mental health and consent. We unpack Liv's fascinating career so far, and her latest novel.
* Following on from the release of three impressive singles https://open.spotify.com/track/49mZEcLMJCjgpE53WFWHbZ?si=eab4c4e17f2844bfand https://open.spotify.com/track/5BvVzpu30qkJ3NkPmNCKfe?si=112f60611c5a4e9e today Sydney-based producer-singer-songwriter ANNIE BASS https://www.facebook.com/anniebassmusic/ at long last shares her new EP ‘ME & MY EGO https://sweatitout.lnk.to/meandmyego’, out now via Sweat It Out https://sweatitoutmusic.com/. * * We're joined in studio by Annie Bass to unpack the EP!
* Western Sydney-based artist ESHAAN has dropped his debut single 'Back To The Future'. ESHAAN joins us in the studio to unpack the single, and even perform it live for us!
* Sydney-based act ABROAD have released their long-awaited debut album 'DEPARTURE'. We caught up with Will from ABROAD in light of its release and to also unpack the latest single lifted from it called 'Air'.
* This week, Sarah speaks with Kiani Mills. Throughout her experiences Kiani has realised the way you deal with what is meant for you (whether you want it or not) can ultimately change your life. Using skills unknowingly forged through major life-changing events, Kiani draws from her own encounters to help others navigate the wilderness of life. Kiani is the epitome of resilience and dedication and encourages others to take a step back, gain a new perspective and identify the key lessons from their own turbulent events - to help clarify their life path.
* A breathless moment of cinematic aural euphoria, the new single https://open.spotify.com/track/49dwyIzwz49yjVWSUHmf5x?si=0b76a27944f64356out now from electropop artist https://open.spotify.com/artist/1SFz3S9eSUTc49ysstadiO is a tangibly immersive and sublimely produced outing, born from the COVID-19 pandemic but ultimately presenting with glistening ease. * * also firmly sets the scene for the long-awaited second Boo Seeka https://open.spotify.com/artist/1SFz3S9eSUTc49ysstadiO album, with https://music.amazon.com.au/albums/B09XHLL6CC officially released Thursday June 30. * * We caught up with Ben from Boo Seeka to unpack the album!
* Our theme is “In Game Radio” and we are going through the most expertly curated radio stations that are live in the various gaming universes. For this episode we focus on the recent bandcamp acquiring, big cash giant Epic Games and their terrifyingly addictive game Fortnite. For many years now they have been making millions on emotes and skins whilst also in the last few years curating a diverse range of tracks in their in game radio stations.
* New wave dream rockers PRETTY BLEAK https://www.facebook.com/prettybleakband/ have released their new single https://open.spotify.com/track/60XCV49eLnvZM5YqNQ3JBr?si=219e84f60d864a63, a sparkling, seething belter of a song, inspired by a conversation with the reflection in the mirror – out now. * * We caught up with Sam & Cherie of Pretty Bleak to unpack the tune!
* Breaking out to critical acclaim in 2021, Melbourne/Naarm based singer-songwriter-producer PRICIE https://www.instagram.com/itspricie/?hl=en is set to deliver a string of powerful new singles ahead of the release of her debut EP, via Sweat It Out. * * Already renowned for her unique take on modern RnB infused indie-pop, PRICIE https://open.spotify.com/artist/74qq2TFVWRaySx8MVjKelJ has showcased not only her effortless rhythm and charisma time and time again, but her ability to empower listeners through her hard-hitting and truthful lyrics. * * The new single https://open.spotify.com/track/7ejeeOFlGQtfCBJcZOUO4j?si=719ee29432ce4068’ sees PRICIE https://open.spotify.com/artist/74qq2TFVWRaySx8MVjKelJ continue on that same trajectory, with her raspy and dynamic vocals shining from the outset, further layered with lush harmonies, and commanding the truth. * * We caught up with PRICIE to unpack this latest single and get the goss on her upcoming debut EP!
* THIS WEEK WE HAVE A GUEST WHO IS VERY ON POINT… THAT’S BECAUSE SHE’S AN EXPERT IN FACIAL COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE, AND IS THE FOUNDER OF THE ZHONG CENTRE IN MELBOURNE’S ST KILDA. HER NAME IS DR ABBIE, AND SHE HAS SPENT THE PAST 15 YEARS HONING HER TALENT FOR WIPING YEARS OFF HER CLIENTS’ FACES WITH HER CHEMICAL AND FILLER-FREE APPROACH TO FACIAL REJUVENATION. *
* Ahead of their appearance at @vividsydney x @ninajirachi presents Dark Crystal we have @kenta204 coming into the studio to play us a mix from 9pm. We have followed Kenta for a while now and for our recent compilation we entrusted them to submit a track. Although their music doesn’t inherently align with breakcore we knew their expertise as a producer would make something amazing for the comp. This then launched the first track from their alias @asukals.02 with the track ‘Kimochi Warui’ a wild ride of breaks, bass and Evangelion samples. Kenta just released an insane remix EP and is one of the members of successful online nightclub @loner_online. One of our favourite DJ’s coming out of Melbourne. Super excited for this mix * * As always before the guest appearance we will be warming you up from 8pm with a bunch of new tracks we have been listening to. In the playlist we have @nthng_0000, @dinamarca117, @ice____eyes, @datuizm x @endlessprowl x @_teether + much more
* Iconic Aussie band SPIDERBAIT https://spiderbait.net.au/ have announced their national https://spiderbait.net.au/shows/ – a run of unique and special shows dedicated entirely to celebrating the legacy of their revolutionary bass player Janet English. In support of their new album, https://open.spotify.com/album/5UyiNzBKtmFJiUQ6GdAcLgut now), they have also released the official video for their first new single in nine years, https://open.spotify.com/track/4jhFkFuSNLeBGqkp7Q9HRC?si=bcbb2c01918241c2. * * We caught up with Kram of Spiderbait to unpack this new record and the latest single.
* This week's special guest is Sterling Daniher from Neon Needles in Sydney.
* If you don’t know Matt Simons for his albums, you most certainly know him for his incredibly well-known #1 singles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xe6nWYZDJ9A, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-lSlJc_5NE, and of course, CATCH & RELEASE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LXsm9y-z3I- which dominated the charts across the globe, reaching #1 in multiple countries including Germany, Belgium, France, Portugal, and Czech Republic. * * Matt has just released his fourth album ‘ https://open.spotify.com/album/2wbMJYLxgXALMVJWy7m98T’, and is also celebrating a whopping 1 billion streams on Spotify. Matt joins us while on tour in Europe to unpack the new album and his incredible career so far. * * Matt Simons speaks with us to unpack the new album and his journey so far!
* This week's guest is Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew - she is the Founder and CEO of Soulstice Consultancy, specializing as a Partnership Broker and Leadership Expert for companies and organizations to thrive with measurable and meaningful impact. She also is the VP of Community Affairs and Strategic Alliances for the State Fair of Texas. * * Dr. Booker-Drew is a passionate philanthropist and Co-Founder of HERitage Giving Circle. Her connectivity expertise and notable research is highlighted in quotes and profiles in major media such as Forbes, Huffington Post, Bustle, Ozy, and other outlets around the world.
* Erin is away this week BUT thankfully we have the amazing @ninajirachi filling in. For the episode we will be catching up with all the music she has been listening to lately as well as going through a few of our selections that have just missed the cut from some recent shows. We have some @donatachi, @00scan, @sorsari, @oli.xl, @kmoethekid + much more
* Following on from last year’s beckoning soul jam ‘RUN https://open.spotify.com/track/345czi5uSxjDxiUwgYVX6r?si=9379818dc6e24fdb’, which introduced an anticipated debut body of work, Melbourne soul initiates VELVET BLOOM https://velvetbloom.bandcamp.com/album/glimmer-ep-2 returned in stunning form in 2022 with their sultry titular single ‘GLIMMER https://open.spotify.com/track/0iRtkkmGiXTMExKLwgP9ky?si=c5c299f0f32c48b2’. * * Now, the five piece, led by front-woman MADDY HERBERT are thrilled to reveal the entirety of their debut EP, https://open.spotify.com/album/3w1HHXPYc25GGZBFWpLNvy. Out now via local label COUSIN WILL RECORDS, https://open.spotify.com/album/3w1HHXPYc25GGZBFWpLNvy is as shiny and ethereal as its title suggests—serving a lavish feast of indie soul and R&B delights. * * We were joined by Maddy from Velvet Bloom ahead of their Sydney show to unpack the new EP!
* THIS WEEK WE HAVE A GUEST WHO ENDURED A TRAUMATIC ACCIDENT, AND AFTER BEING HOSPITALISED FOR 12 MONTHS WENT ON TO FOUND A CHARITY. HER NAME IS HACIA ATHERTON, AND HER CHARITY EMPOWERED WOMEN IN TRADES IS INSPIRING 750,000 WOMEN TO BEGIN THEIR SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICESHIP!
* An ongoing favourite for the indie-electronic team-up between Jack Dawson and Will Cruger, Coffee marks the first new music for Abroad https://open.spotify.com/album/1RG2VA5f35D2NrwIlNg9nq since the pair’s 2021 EP https://open.spotify.com/album/3LxfJ2KceV8EVTDaG8v9Dg charmed airwaves and further established a grounded sonic amalgamation of the likes of Foals, Hayden James, Flight Facilities and beyond. * * Self-produced and mixed by Abroad’s very own Will, with mastering courtesy of Dale Becker http://www.beckermastering.com/ (Rüfüs Du Sol, Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez), https://open.spotify.com/album/1RG2VA5f35D2NrwIlNg9nq is a smooth addition to 2022 and will also be celebrated in style via some upcoming NSW shows, with Abroad taking over Park House at the Mona Vale Hotel https://parkhouse.com.au/ on April 29, before heading to Beach Road Hotel in Bondi https://beachroadhotel.com.au/ and La La La’s in Wollongong https://www.lalalas.com.au/ in May. * * Hear Will from ABROAD unpack this new single and give us a few cheeky details about their upcoming album!
