Music Steph Wood chats self-titled EP, beer garden sets, and her love for “sad girl music” by Happy Steph Wood bared her soul on her just-released self-titled EP, we caught up with the Sydney musician for an even deeper dive into her influences, writing…
Music Sebastien Skubala addresses his adversaries on new single ‘Things That You Said’ by Tom Disalvo On new single Things That You Said, Adelaide artist Sebastien Skubala trades barbs with old foes while jamming to poppy violin riffs. Sebastien Skubala has…
Music Georgia Ray is caught in love’s daze on new pop-rock single ‘Hypnotherapy’ by Tom Disalvo Georgia Ray , “Hypnotherapy,” showcasing her knack for crafting jangly, 90s -inspired indie pop tunes that are as infectious as they are introspective. Melbourne singer-songwriter…
Interviews Music Flowerkid talks new single ‘Diss and Disappoint’, reality tv, and being a “voice for people who haven’t found theirs yet” by Tom Disalvo Fresh off the release of his first solo material since 2021, we caught up with Western Sydney prodigy flowerkid for a run through of his…
Music MANE finds welcome reprieve in new single and live rendition of ‘Breathing Again’ by Tom Disalvo MANE’s latest release Breathing Again is a masterclass in pop balladry, and arrives complete with a live rendition performed for Hourglass Sessions. MANE has released…
News Harry Belafonte: Singer and civil rights champion inspired by artists’ activism dies at 96 by Happy Harry Belafonte, the iconic singer, actor, and civil rights champion, has passed away at 96. Harry Belafonte, the legendary civil rights champion, singer, and actor,…
Music Spencer Spark offers a sonic sugar high on invigorating new single ‘Wake Up’ by Tom Disalvo Spencer Sparks’ new single “Wake Up” is the perfect tonic we all need, with an irresistible vocal riff and kooky vocals reminiscent of The Fiery…
Music Aaliyah Bise heals her emotional wounds on triumphant debut single ‘Sorry’ by Tom Disalvo Following a much talked-about Australian Idol audition, Ballarat singer Aaliyah Bise carves a redemption arc on her ascendent debut single Sorry. For reality TV fans,…
Music “Music represents a broader sense of freedom” – Janna Pelle chats inspirations and artist philosophy by Tom Disalvo For psychedelic pop producer Janna Pelle, the arrival of her cover releases were not just an ode to the original artists, but an outlet for the…
Music Jackson Night talks new single ‘Streetlights’ and the movie soundtracks that inspire him by Tom Disalvo If the lush grandiosity of orchestration had a baby with the creative license of indie cult film Drive, the resulting musical offspring would likely sound…
Music Qeeran pairs simmering R&b with diary-like lyricism on debut album ‘IN RETROSPECT’ by Tom Disalvo Melbourne-based artist Qeeran paints vivid vignettes of 20-something heartbreak and maturation on brooding debut album IN RETROSPECT. Qeeran is a force to be reckoned with,…
Music Dreamy vocals and candid caution; “Earthquake Season” highlights the female experience by Ella Sterland Stella Webb delivers a track that doubles as both a call to action and a therapeutic outlet. Pepper spray and flashlights may seem like mundane tools,…
Music From tattered notebooks to celestial sounds, Ava von Davi makes a stunning debut by Ella Sterland Breakout artist Ava von Davi captures the essence of longing and inner growth with her ethereal release ‘achilles heel’ The indie-pop world has just become…
