How RÜFÜS DU SOL Became Australia’s Latest Stadium Act
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RDS’ lofty standards have galvanised believers everywhere, from different eras, doing so without swagger and antics, by resisting the temptation to reinvent
5 Billion in Diamonds: A Kiwi Comes in to Land As Part of a Butch Vig Supergroup
Posted in: Music FeaturesFormer Steriogram member, New Zealander Bradley Hanan-Carter, links up with Butch Vig and friends in the desert for a new project
The Aussie Bands Who Took On the US… And Lost
Posted in: Music FeaturesAustralian bands of the Eighties reflect on the excessive costs spent trying to conquer America, and why it all went horribly wrong
Song You Need to Know: The Dreggs, ‘Stay The Night’
Posted in: Music FeaturesThe first track from The Dreggs' next album may not be what you expect: "We sort of want this first song to shock everyone a little bit."
Peter Yarrow, Folk Music Great With Peter, Paul and Mary, Dead at 86
Posted in: Music Features"Puff, the Magic Dragon" singer was convicted of child sex abuse and received a presidential pardon
All My Friendship to You: The Story of New Zealand Indie Pioneers Tall Dwarfs
Posted in: Music FeaturesTwo friends, Alec Bathgate and Chris Knox, formed Tall Dwarfs in 1981. Their lo-fi sound would influence generations of indie musicians.
Song You Need To Know: Blake, ‘The Gift You Gave Me’
Posted in: Music FeaturesWith millions of us tucking into presents this holiday season, it’s easy to forget what else we should hold gratitude for. “The Gift You Gave Me” by Kiwi pop artist Blake helps us strive to accept the tough hands that can be dealt in life. The piano-based track was produced by the renowned Nic Manders. […]
The Golden Guitar Awards Is Australian Country Music’s Biggest Night
Posted in: Music FeaturesThe Golden Guitar Awards, Australia’s longest-running music awards, have arguably become the country's most iconic
The Others Way Has Never Been Better. But Crowd Etiquette Has Never Been Worse
Posted in: Music FeaturesWatching some acts at The Others Way 2024 felt like a privilege, but some crowd members took the experience for granted
How What So Not Helped Revive Australia’s Dance Music Scene in 2024
Posted in: Music FeaturesThe producer looks back at the year that was with Rolling Stone AU/NZ, reflecting on supporting the next generation, his latest EP, and more
