Author: Amanda Collins
Australian surf-rockers Skegss are back in the triple j studio, putting their own fuzzed-out spin on Sheryl Crow’s 1996 hit “If It Makes You Happy” for the latest installment of Like A Version. Explore See latest videos, charts and news The Byron Bay trio reimagined the alt-country classic through their signature laidback lens, dialing up the distortion while keeping the song’s emotional core intact. The cover arrives hot on the heels of their recent Australian headline tour, with the band riding high on fan momentum after wrapping their winter run of shows. Skegss frontman Ben Reed shared the inspiration behind…
Crowded House are heading back on the road in Australia this October and November, but this time, fans can expect something a little more intimate. The legendary band have announced their Australia Tour 2025 – Pop Up Shows, a rare run of performances in smaller venues that will bring their catalogue of iconic songs to fans up close. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Trading arenas for atmospheric theatres and halls, the tour will visit Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Byron Bay, and Hobart. Presented by Live Nation and Triple M, the limited-capacity run kicks off Oct. 8 at…
An infectious pop energy shines on “GOOD IF I’M NOT,” a hooky new single from Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and violinist Spencer Mackey. The release represents the final single and lead track from Mackey’s upcoming album, releasing on September 4th. Produced by the previously featured Cale Hawkins (Garth., Raveena, Arthur Moon), “GOOD IF I’M NOT” dazzles with its punchy rhythmic stomps and sharp synth work — bolstering a fantastic, dynamic vocal performance from Mackey, which traverses from debonair introspection in the verses to a catching, heightened pitch during the magnetic central hook, which asks “Don’t you hate how we play the game?”…
Radio Free Alice have announced their third EP, Empty Words. It is set for release in a matter of weeks, arriving on Wednesday, August 20th via Double Drummer. The four-track follow-up to last year’s Polyester was pre-empted with the release of its title track and opening number back in March. Now, the Melbourne-based post-punk band have released another single, ‘Toyota Camry’. The band have shared an accompanying music video for the new track, which was directed by Melbourne-based director Finn Robilliard. It depicts the band performing outdoors, with a backdrop of what appears to be the Dandenong Ranges in regional…
Hayley Williams‘ new music has officially been shared on streaming platforms – find out more below. READ MORE: On The Cover – Hayley Williams: “Women’s rage has been such a catalyst for beautiful things” Earlier this week (July 28), Williams surprise-released an album ‘Ego’ on her website, with the new solo record containing 17 tracks, including the single ‘Mirtazapine’ which was premiered on a Nashville radio station last week. Less than two full days after releasing the surprise album, she pulled the record from her website, newly updated to read: “Hello, there. Thank you for listening.” Now, all 17 tracks have been officially shared…
TWICE are officially bringing their world tour to Australia this November, with four arena shows locked in for Sydney and Melbourne. The newly announced Australian leg will kick off at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena with back-to-back shows on Nov. 1 and 2, before heading south to Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne for two more nights on Nov. 8 and 9. All shows will feature 360-degree staging, designed to immerse fans from every angle — a key part of the group’s new tour production concept. Presented by JYP Entertainment and promoted by Live Nation, the Australian dates are part of TWICE’s…
Justin Timberlake has revealed that he has been diagnosed with Lyme disease. The ‘What Goes Around… Comes Around’ singer shared the news on his Instagram account yesterday (July 31) while reflecting on the upcoming end of his ‘Forget Tomorrow’ world tour. Throughout the course of the tour – which kicked off in April last year – Timberlake has faced numerous setbacks, including being criticised for lacklustre performances, the postponement and cancellation of several shows over illness and his infamous arrest last year for driving under the influence. Timberlake shared on Instagram: “Among other things, I’ve been battling some health issues,…
Chris Kirkpatrick says his *NSYNC bandmate Justin Timberlake “showed me a whole new level of strength” in the wake of Timberlake’s announcement that he has Lyme disease on Thursday (July 31). Kirkpatrick took to Instagram to show support for Timberlake, who struggled with Lyme disease on his recent Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which closed out last night. “Watching him battle Lyme disease day in and day out, while still getting on that stage night after night, was something I’ll never forget,” Kirkpatrick wrote under a photo of himself, Timberlake and fellow *NSYNC members Lance Bass and JC Chasez. “The long…
British DJ/Producer Eduardo Rayez shares his brand new single Better Times, an upbeat Dance Pop/House cut. What I like the most about this song is its energy and how passionate and expressive those gorgeous vocals are, instantly infusing the song with a memorable dose of emotion that makes it perfect to sing along to while dancing. A blissful piece of music packed with passion, the excitement of being infatuated by someone, feelings that are flawlessly conveyed through those stellar vocals that are accompanied by groovy rhythms, lush house piano keys, infectious percussive elements and synths that come together to create an…
Chappell Roan has finally released her long-teased single ‘The Subway’ – check it out below. READ MORE: Chappell Roan on The Cover: the pop supernova who feels like one of the ‘Drag Race’ girls ‘The Subway’ comes over a year after first being debuted at Governor’s Ball in New York – she’s since performed it frequently at live shows. Then, at Primavera Sound this year, she played the track again and told fans they’d be getting an official release soon. ‘The Subway’ is a lovelorn ballad on which she sings of running into an ex-partner on the subway and being reminded…