Apr 16

Apr 16 5 Minutes With … Jack River

The Forster-born, Sydney-based singer-songwriter had a chance to chat with us ahead of her massive national tour. Read on for a peek into her song writing process and how Jack River settle on her distinctive sound.

Apr 12

Apr 12 Premiere: Sakr – ‘Lost Steps’

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Premiere

Backyard Opera’s latest premiere comes from Sydney-based alt-electronic producer Sakr. Entitled ‘Lost Steps’ the song’s restrained construction and moments of pulsating energy chronicle Sakr’s personal relationship with anxiety.

Mar 31

Mar 31 Release of the Week 1/4: Johnny Hunter ‘Ashamed’

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Release of the Week

We’ve been fellow travellers on Johnny Hunter’s rise and revitalisation of punk. They have taken the energy of legendary groups like Joy Division, Sonic Youth and the Cure, while modernising the sound. Now, they are back with a brand-new track that taps into the frustrations of Sydney’s musicians

Mar 28

Mar 28 Sly Withers Unveil New Music Video For ‘Sad Guy’

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Sly Withers are a new punk band from Perth, making the rounds on Triple J Unearthed. Comprised of dual frontmen Sam and Jono, bass-player Shea and drummer Joel, they have tapped into the emotional and heartfelt side of punk that defines the Australian scene.

Mar 26

Mar 26 Mix of the Week 27/3: Flume - Hi This Is Flume

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Mix of the Week

In 2016, there was no producer more synonymous with Australian electronic music than Harley Streten, aka Flume. With the release of his second LP, Skin, the Sydney-born, LA-based producer won the Triple J Hottest 100 with his single ‘Never Be Like You’ ft. Kai.

Mar 17

Mar 17 Release of the Week 18/3: Triple One ‘Butter’

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Release of the Week

“As their most personal track to date, Marty Bukkakke Large gave Backyard Opera some deep comments regarding the song’s meaning. Click here to read all about it.” @tripleoneofficial

Mar 11

Mar 11 Release of the Week 11/3: Kirklandd ‘Impulse’

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Release of the Week

Fresh from Canberra’s underappreciated music scene, Kirklandd has released ‘Impulse’, a dance ready track that blends electronica and hip-hop. The song itself, co-produced by Cam Bluff (Amy Shark, Allday) and Citizen Kay, was released back in February. However, the music video, filmed on location in Canberra, was released last Friday.

Mar 11

Mar 11 International Women’s Day Playlist

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Celebrated on March 8 each year, International Women’s Day commemorates woman gaining the right to vote in Soviet Russia in 1917, and is today a moment for all of the globe to reflect on the achievements of women and renew the fight for gender equality.

Mar 11

Mar 11 This Week in Music

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This Week in Music

A weekly digest of what’s been happening in Australian music.

Mar 8

Mar 8 Sydney March Gig Guide

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Gig Guide

While festival season winding down, we’ve produced a guide to Berejiklian’s most wanted. Time to have some fun Sydney.

Mar 5

Mar 5 Arctic Monkeys Wind Back the Clock

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Other, Review

In the 21st century, the growth of hip-hop and the rise of EDM have left rock in an awkward spot. While it still holds a crucial place within the music industry, there are few bands who have continued to preach the rock gospel to new audiences.

Mar 5

Mar 5 7 Great Lines from Arctic Monkeys’ Songs

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The Arctic Monkeys have remained one of the best rock bands of the 21st century and their performance at the Qudos Bank Arena last Saturday proved it. One of the key reasons fans are drawn to them isn’t just their loud, energetic stadium filling sound, but how this sound is a vehicle for some expertly crafted lyrics.