Music The quiet unraveling of Melting Reeds: Inside their songwriting process by Georgie Tancred HappyMag x Melting Reed on navigating their songwriting process Melting Reeds have been quietly building a reputation for crafting music that feels both intimate and expansive. Behind their lush, immersive…
Music News Mac DeMarco’s new lo-fi LP leaks the old-fashioned way by Alex Cooper Dog On The Rock emerges as a demo-quality collection, distributed with DIY charm. Mac DeMarco is quietly revolutionising the album release, one hand-burned CD-R at a time. While on tour in…
Music Noah Bates Confronts Heartbreak with Arena-Sized Ambition in ‘Lying Eyes’ by Alex Cooper Melding the sounds of INXS and The 1975, Bates transforms relationship decay into a soaring, synth-driven masterpiece. In the crowded landscape of indie-pop, authenticity is the currency that separates fleeting…
Music News Justin Vernon says he’d be “Very Surprised” if he wrote a new Bon Iver album by Alex Cooper Justin Vernon on the silence after the song and the end of an era. Justin Vernon, the voice behind the ethereal soundscapes of Bon Iver, stands at a profound crossroads….
Music Al Carlo on his Song Writing Process by Alex Cooper The whole thing kicked off at the start of 2024. I had this one sitting where I found a chord progression on my Wurlitzer and just immediately started building on…
Music A Decade In The Sun: Down West’s New Chapter by Alex Cooper How ten years of evolution shaped the timeless rock of Cold Sun. Celebrating a decade together in 2025, the Southern California trio Down West has journeyed from an acoustic duo…
Music News Golden Plains Lineup announced by Max Mandile Basement Jaxx, Marlon Williams and more are set to headline the 18th Golden Plains Festival The lineup for the 2026 instalment of the Victorian festival, Golden Plains, has been announced….
Music News Lana Del Rey joins Indie Band for surprise ‘West Coast’ Cover by Alex Cooper A casual Saturday in Santa Barbara becomes legendary when a music icon decides to join the setlist. In a moment that seems pulled from a cinematic daydream, global music icon…
Music News Cheeky Leash drop new single and announce 13-date tour, including Wanderer Festival by Max Mandile ‘Change’ is the latest effort from the ‘Gong-based four-piece Wollongong-based indie band, Cheeky Leash, have unveiled their brand new single ‘Change,’ and they’re going on a huge Australian tour to…
Interviews Music News Soccer Mommy chats about her stripped EP with Happy! by Happy Soccer Mommy tells us about her stripped EP and shares love for Australia! 🌊🇦🇺 In our heartfelt new interview, indie singer-songwriter Soccer Mommy (Sophie Allison) delves into the creative process…
Music News Chasing the Chimera: Del Water Gap Announces Introspective New Record by Loc Ziesing The singer-songwriter’s third album explores regret, healing, and self-discovery. Del Water Gap is preparing to release his third studio album Chasing the Chimera, out November 7, marking a new chapter…
News The Buoys are going on tour in support of their new single by Max Mandile The Buoys will tour later this year to support their fuzzy, alternative single ‘Bitch’ Sydney-based alternative band The Buoys are heading on a nationwide tour later this year, following the…
Music SHRUBRAVO* rides the grooves of Twilite Coaster by Loc Ziesing San Diego’s SHRUBRAVO* is a project built on curiosity, collaboration, and the desire to transform playful ideas into immersive sound worlds. Multi-instrumentalist, Alexander Bravo, grew up in Southern California’s surf…
