It isn’t often these days you get the privilege of seeing an artist perform solo and stripped back, so it is indeed a rare treat when you do. The audience at the Toff In Town were treated to just that when Dan Sultan took the stage for his Back To Basics tour. Quiet in anticipation, … Continue reading
Michael Kiwanuka, St Michael’s Church in Melbourne, 26th March
There is something uniquely special about attending a live performance in a church. An intimate affair, listeners are treated to the kind of rare musical experience that can only occur within the rich acoustics and ethereal atmosphere of such a setting. A place of worship, St Michael’s Church in Melbourne was indeed a fitting location … Continue reading
Savannah Door chats with Adam Duritz ahead of Counting Crows Australian tour
It’s early evening in New York as Counting Crows singer, songwriter, and self confessed music lover, Adam Duritz talks about the making of the band’s sixth studio album, Underwater Sunshine (Or What We Did On Our Summer Vacation); explaining how the departure from tradition provided the band with a chance to pay respect to some … Continue reading
The Break – Space Farm
Rising out of the ashes of Midnight Oil, Hunters & Collectors, and the Violent Femmes, The Break are rock royalty. With Rob Hirst on Drums, Martin Rotsey on Guitar, Brian Ritchie on Bass, Jack Howard on Trumpet and Jim Moginie on Guitar, Theramin, Keys (and also the Producer), the all-star band deliver a solid second … Continue reading
Gregory Alan Isakov, Sisters Folk Festival, Oregon, 7th – 9th September 2012
Every now and then, fate offers us a gift, allowing us to happen across an artist who’s music captures our being and resonates so perfectly, we wonder where they’ve been our whole lives. Akin to falling in love, their music reaches out and touches us in a way that is so excruciatingly beautiful, it connects … Continue reading
Jape – Ocean Of Frequency
Hands up all those who like to indulge in a bit of 80s reminiscence from time to time? Well, look no further than Jape’s latest release, Ocean of Frequency. A definite must for fans of electronic rock and laudable pop alike, this superbly crafted album is certain to make its way onto many a favourite playlist the world over. Hailing … Continue reading