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Gordi Shares Awaited Third Album ‘Like Plasticine’

by the partae August 8, 2025
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Australian indie-pop singer, songwriter and producer Gordi, today releases her exquisite third album, Like Plasticine. She also shares news of a special Sydney Opera House show in October to commemorate the album launch.

Many moons in the making, the arrival of Like Plasticine comes off the back of a whirlwind few weeks for Gordi, including tour dates with Foster The People in Europe, shows in the US for Lollapalooza, Hinterland Festival and a number of momentous appearances on US TV including The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS Mornings as well as a KEXP session. Now back for a short stay in Australia ahead of further touring overseas, Gordi shares her excitement for the release:

“Today, as I finally set this album free, I am reminded of its beginning. Deep in the middle of the pandemic I began writing the songs that would make up ‘Like Plasticine’, wondering what the purpose of music was at all. I tried to stop thinking and just feel. When I look back on that time now, sitting in Phoenix Central Park surrounded by things I could make music with, I see ‘Like Plasticine’ arriving as though it was a fire hydrant erupting. Everything we try to contain comes out one way or another. So when you listen to this record, un-contain yourself, stop thinking, and just feel.”

– Gordi

Alongside Like Plasticine’s release, Gordi shares a video for key track ‘Your Consolation Prize’. Co-produced by Brad Cook (Snail Mail, Jensen McRae, Bon Iver), the song recalls the best of synth-pop savants The Postal Service – and, over drum machines backed by a soft choir of voices, represents Gordi at her full power. It grapples with the reality that, for all the acceptance and closeness she has found since coming out, there will always be young queer people whose lives will have qualifications or asterisks hanging over them because they don’t fit neatly into the mould.

Like Plasticine chronicles the last few transformative years of Gordi’s life. From coming out and having to adjust the vision of her future, to working as a doctor on the frontline during the pandemic, Gordi explores the beauty, heartbreak and finite nature of human experience across 12 new songs. Co-produced by Gordi, the album includes the cuts ‘Peripheral Lover’, ‘Cutting Room Floor’, ‘PVC Divide’ (feat. Anaïs Mitchell) and ‘Lunch At Dune’.

Songs from Like Plasticine has solidified Gordi’s global footprint, drawing acclaim from Grammy.com, The Guardian, NPR, Stereogum, Rolling Stone, Dork and more, with radio love from BBC Radio 1, BBC 6, Radio X, and major AAA stations in the US including KEXP, KCRW, and Sirius XM. In addition, two billboards in Times Square have seen Gordi front and centre representing Spotify’s GLOW and Amazon Music’s PROUD.

In celebration of the album’s release this weekend, Gordi will perform under a full moon at MCA’s Full Bloom event in Sydney – the stunning Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge her backdrop. She will also appear at Hum Music in Newtown on Saturday afternoon, playing a handful of songs from the album and signing records, and at Oh! Jean Records in Melbourne on Tuesday evening.

Next month, Gordi will return to the UK and Europe for the Bryce Dessner curated Sounds From A Safe Harbour Festival and Residency in Cork, Ireland, along with Reeperbahn Festival in Germany and a run of headline dates. She will then make her way back to Australia for a special intimate show at the Sydney Opera House (Playhouse Theatre) in October, with further dates to be announced soon. That will be followed by tour dates with revered British singer-songwriter David Gray in November.

GORDI TOUR DATES

AUSTRALIA

Saturday 9 August – Full Bloom at MCA, Sydney NSW (Evening)

Saturday 9 August – Hum Music, Newtown NSW (1PM – FREE IN-STORE PERFORMANCE)

Tuesday 12 August – Oh! Jean Records, Fitzroy VIC (5:30PM – FREE IN-STORE PERFORMANCE)

Saturday 23 August – Darwin Festival, Darwin NT

EUROPE

11-14 September – Sounds From A Safe Harbour Festival, Cork IRE

Wednesday 17 September – Jaki, Cologne DE

Thursday 18 September – Lark, Berlin DE

Friday 19 September – Reeperbahn Festival, Hamburg DE

Sunday 21 September – TivoliVrendenburg (Club Nine), Utrecht NL

Monday 22 September – Rust, Copenhagen DK

Wednesday 24 September – Trix Bar, Antwerp BE

AUSTRALIA

Friday 17 October – Sydney Opera House (Playhouse), Sydney NSW

AUSTRALIA (WITH DAVID GRAY)

Tuesday 4 November – Riverside Theatre, PCEC, Perth WA

Wednesday 5 November – Riverside Theatre, PCEC, Perth WA

Friday 7 November – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide SA SOLD OUT

Sunday 9 November – Palais Theatre, Melbourne VIC SOLD OUT

Monday 10 November – Palais Theatre, Melbourne VIC

Wednesday 12 November – State Theatre, Sydney NSW SOLD OUT

Thursday 13 November – State Theatre, Sydney NSW SOLD OUT

Saturday 15 November – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane QLD SOLD OUT

Sunday 16 November (Matinee) – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane QLD SOLD OUT

Sunday 16 November (Evening) – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane QLD SOLD OUT

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Ministry of Sound turns 34 with Armand Van Helden after another landmark year for the vital London institution

by the partae August 8, 2025
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This October, Ministry of Sound celebrates 34 years of club culture in London with New York house pioneer Armand Van Helden. The four-room celebration will feature rising stars Olive F, Paisley Jensen, with more names to be announced.

Already one of the most recognisable institutions in electronic music, the South London club remains a leader in nightlife with continued dedication to the many clubbers who have walked through its doors over the last 30 years.

“We’re excited to welcome house music legend Armand Van Helden to the helm, alongside Olive F and Paisley, as we celebrate 34 years of the Club. It’s been a pivotal year for us,  collaborating with incredible brands and launching our No Velvet Rope Society, a fresh take on the VIP experience. And we’re just getting started. Big plans are already in motion for 2026: we’ll be raising the bar for dance floors across the UK with a refurbishment of the iconic Box room and expanding our global presence.” – Matt Long, Club Director.

2025 began with the launch of three new in-house brands: Smoove, which is all about UKG, funky and R&B, URGE, a stripped-back tech house night featuring the likes of Matthias Tanzmann, Cuartero, Blondi, Brisotti, and Disco Daddy, which has welcomed the likes of Derrick Carter, Dimitri From Paris more.

Over the summer, Ministry tackled a major renovation of its new NVR  space, the first of its kind in over a decade, transforming the space into an open mezzanine overlooking the iconic Box and its renowned Martin Audio sound system. The new membership concept No Velvet Rope, aims to reimagine VIP for a new generation of music lovers at the club.

Building on this, the Ministry introduced a sober raving concept in response to evolving nightlife habits, featuring a curated mocktail menu, low-alcohol beers, and CBD serves.  Andrijauskaitė

The momentum continued in April, with the now-infamous Toilet takeover in partnership with Lab54, an unannounced rave in the women’s toilets that went viral, amassing over 20 million views on socials.

With more than three decades already behind them, Ministry of Sound is gearing up for a monumental 35th anniversary in 2026. It’s a rare milestone these days with so many pressures on all fronts, so big plans are already in motion, so keep your eyes peeled.

Pre-sale sold out in record time with over 70% selling out in advance. Ministry of Sound is now down to the last remaining tickets for the 34th Birthday, and they can be purchased here.

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Southern River Band Announce New Album + Australian Tour

by the partae August 7, 2025
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Fresh from igniting mainstages at Europe’s biggest festivals, WA’s rip-roaring rock’n’rollers the Southern River Band announce their new album, Easier Said Than Done, out October 17 via Civilians. To celebrate, the band will play a string of record release shows around the country.

Along with the news comes the band’s new single “No Such Time”. Penned by their mate Bernard Fanning (Powderfinger) – one of the country’s most revered songwriters who recently had the biggest number of entries in the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs – “No Such Time” is full of groove and swagger, complete with a hearty belt-along chorus that won’t be pried from out of your head. Not a bad score from a bloke who casually slipped into the band’s DMs to tell them he loved what they were doing.

“It’s not every day you get a message from Bernard Fanning saying ‘G’day boys, got a song for ya’, but we were lucky enough to have that day. We SRB’d it good and proper and we’re absolutely stoked with how it’s turned out (so is he, thank f**k!) and hope you dig it as much as we do!” Says vocalist-guitarist Cal Kramer.

WATCH: SOUTHERN RIVER BAND – “NO SUCH TIME”

Southern River Band’s new album, Easier Said Than Done, was recorded with Grammy-winning producer Nick DiDia (Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen) in Byron Bay earlier this year. Having seen their live show – and they possess one of the best in the game – the legendary producer knew the best way to capture their serious musical chops and sweat-fuelled intensity was to record the group playing together in the same room.

The result: Easier Said Than Done is a 12-song arse-kicking rock’n’roll odyssey cruising through Thin Lizzy-styled guitar harmonies, AC/DC boogie and vintage Aerosmith swagger. You’ve already heard catchy AF payday anthem “F**k You, Pay Me” and the pub rock bravado of “Don’t Take It To Heart”, it’s easy to see why SRB are your favourite band’s favourite band.

Ever since Justin Hawkins (The Darkness) proclaimed the four-piece “a proper f**king rock band” after hearing their 2023 single, “Stan Qualen”, SRB has amassed a huge global fanbase with an insatiable appetite for Thornlie’s finest. Their previous record, 2024’s D.I.Y, rocketed up the Aus ARIA Chart, landing at #6 with the vinyl selling out so quickly it needed to be repressed before the album was even released. Most recently, fans flocked en masse to the group’s second run of UK and European dates, which included sweltering, full-throttle sets on some of the most revered festival mainstages.

Next up, SRB will be in full flight at BIGSOUND 2025. After that, they’ll take Easier Said Than Done for a spin around the country in October.

Tickets on sale now at thesouthernriverband.com

SOUTHERN RIVER BAND
EASIER SAID THAN DONE
AUSTRALIA 2025

Tickets On sale now via thesouthernriverband.com

Thursday 16 October
Howler, Melbourne
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Friday 17 October
The Espy, Melbourne
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Saturday 18 October
Uni Bar, Adelaide
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Thursday 23 October
Crowbar, Sydney
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Friday 24 October
Brightside, Brisbane
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Friday 31 October
Port Beach Brewery, Fremantle
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SOUTHERN RIVER BAND – EASIER SAID THAN DONE

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THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Kick Off Their Highly Anticipated Australian Tour This Weekend!

by the partae August 7, 2025
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When REVOLVER, which is by every metric the world’s top heavy rock magazine, ran a comprehensive survey of music fans and critics, in search of the 5 Greatest Live Band Of All Time, the results were decisive, clear and overwhelming. Beating the likes of: Metallica, Iron Maiden, Tool and Pantera to the summit was THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN at Number One!

‘’1. THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN: When it comes to irreverent, no-holds-barred onstage antics, none did it better, or more boldly, than spazzcore innovators The Dillinger Escape Plan. Throwing sanity, restraint, common sense and the band members’ own personal safety to the wind, the quintet approached each show as its own unique, arcane ritual, baptizing audiences with blood, sweat and chaos. No one ever left a Dillinger show without a memory — and possibly even a scar — to treasure for life, and a story to shock, astound and horrify disbelieving friends and family with. DEP bid fans farewell at the end of 2017, as possibly the world’s last truly dangerous rock band.”

Following an 8-year hiatus, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN returns for a very limited number of live shows to commemorate their groundbreaking album Calculating Infinity and so much more.

For those who have before witnessed THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN live, we already know that you will be there. For those who have not, life has given you a second chance. Grasp it with gratitude!

Joining them are U.S. Industrial Hardcore Meets Punk Rap Sonic Disruptors, H09909

When Calculating Infinity was released via Relapse Records, it didn’t just shake up the underground—it rewrote the rulebook. Its songs were short but densely packed, like punk songs played with conservatory-level chops. Tracks like ‘43% Burnt’ and ‘Sugar Coated Sour’ didn’t follow traditional verse-chorus structures—they erupted, recoiled, and exploded again without warning.

The album was hailed immediately for its technical prowess, intensity, and innovation. Rolling Stone later named it one of the “100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time,” while Pitchfork credited it with pushing the boundaries of what extreme music could be. At a time when nu-metal was dominating the mainstream, Dillinger offered a complex, confrontational alternative that influenced bands from Between the Buried and Me, Code Orange, Rolo Tomassi, Converge, Every Time I Die, Architects to The Callous Daoboys.

Calculating Infinity was the only full-length release to feature original frontman Dimitri Minakakis. His performance on the album was raw, visceral, and unhinged—a perfect match for the band’s frenzied instrumentation.

Minakakis left the band in 2001, pivoting to a successful career in design. But in 2024, he rejoined the fold for a sold-out run of Calculating Infinity anniversary shows in Brooklyn, marking the first time the album had been performed in full by the original voice. The chemistry, according to fans and the band alike, was electric.

“This is something we never thought would happen,” guitarist and founding member Ben Weinman said. “But it’s not about a comeback or a cash grab. It’s about reconnecting with something that still means everything to us—and to our fans.”

The Dillinger Escape Plan are not just a band—they are a movement. They challenged what heavy music could be and inspired others to push boundaries instead of follow formulas. That’s why they’re considered one of the most influential bands in modern extreme music.

Calculating Infinity remains a benchmark of technical ferocity and emotional urgency—an album that not only birthed a genre but also tested its boundaries. The 2025 Australian shows, with Minakakis front and centre, aren’t just concerts—they’re historical punctuations: proof that 25 years later, this music still devastates, inspires and unites.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN August 2025 Australian Tour Dates

Sunday 10th August PERTH, Metropolis Fremantle

Tuesday 12th August ADELAIDE, The Gov

Wednesday 13th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre – SOLD OUT

Thursday 14th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre – New Show

Saturday 16th August SYDNEY, The Enmore

Sunday 17th August BRISBANE, The Tivoli

TICKETS ON SALE NOW FROM: https://thephoenix.au/the-dillinger-escape-plan/

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THE HILLS ARE ALIVE GROUP ARTIST MANAGERS AIDAN MCLAREN, JOE MILES AND RHETT MCLAREN LAUNCH ‘WEIRD FISHES’

by the partae August 7, 2025
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WEIRD FISHES L-R: Rhett McLaren, Joe Miles, Aidan McLaren

After more than a decade of managing artists in a strategic partnership with UNIFIED Music Group, Aidan McLaren, Joe Miles and Rhett McLaren have launched a new independent artist management company, Weird Fishes.

The Weird Fishes management team kicks off with an impressive roster, including Australian staples; Boy & Bear, The Dreggs, Pete Murray, Steph Strings and Tim Hart, all of whom are currently experiencing significant periods of growth in their careers.

Boy & Bear are one of Australia’s premiere alt/indie acts. With multiple number 1 albums, 5 consecutive top 10 albums, the band are selling more headline tickets in their career than ever before.

The Dreggs are one of the fastest rising acts in the country. Snagging the coveted triple j feature album this week, the most played Like a Version of any Australian act this year,  playing the upcoming Spilt Milk and Strumming Bird touring festivals, as well as embarking on their own debut North American headline  tour along with returning to the UK/EU for headline shows in September and October.

Pete Murray is a national icon. He’s sold over 1.2 million albums and is currently in the middle of a 57-date Australian tour that has already sold 35,000 tickets.

Steph Strings has amassed over 1 million social followers and is selling out headline shows and playing festivals all over the world. Stay tuned for her debut album that is coming soon.

Tim Hart is a singer-songwriter-producer (and a founding member of Boy & Bear). His stunning ‘Parasol’ EP was released last week and he continues his reputation as one of the country’s best indie/folk creators.

Mike Waters is a Grammy award winning singer songwriter whose own releases  and co-writes have amassed over half a billion streams.

In a joint statement the Weird Fishes founders expressed excitement for the new venture, “We are incredibly excited to launch Weird Fishes and for this next chapter in our journey. We wholeheartedly believe in the unique talent, audience-connection and growth-potential of each of the acts we represent, both locally and internationally, and are excited for what the future holds.”

In addition to Artist Management, the McLaren brothers and Joe Miles are the driving-force behind The Hills Are Alive Group and much-loved music festivals, NYE on the Hill and Ocean Sounds. Now in their 12th and 7th years running, these festivals have become known for putting world class Australian acts on their stages, including The Teskey Brothers, Ocean Alley, Dope Lemon, Courtney Barnet, Royel Otis, Genesis Owusu, Tkay Maidza, Ball Park Music, Tash Sultana, Vance Joy, Dean Lewis, Tones & I, Angie McMahon, Amy Shark and more.

Through their partnership with Jaddan Comerford, and as co-founders in Red Hill Entertainment, Rhett and Aidan were also instrumental in the creation and running of the iconic UNIFY Gathering Festival as well as Gippsland Country Music Festival.

Showing gratitude for their time with Unified Music Group, the Weird Fishes collective share, “Partnering with UNIFIED over the past decade has been nothing short of inspirational, and allowed us to take this step on our own. The friendships and memories we have created there will last a lifetime and we look forward to further collaborating together as our artists continue to work across many different parts of the group.

And on their future, “we’re hyped for our  new adventures and challenges, and are so thrilled to be stepping out on our own. We cannot wait to see what the future holds – we’re here to continue to work hard and rep our artists with heart, passion and experience”.

For more information, visit weirdfishesmusic.com

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Ginevra Ramos Unleashes “Energy” — A Bold, High-Voltage Statement from Ibiza’s Rising Star

by the partae August 7, 2025
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At just 19, Ginevra Ramos is already proving herself as one of the most electrifying names in the new wave of European electronic artists. Her latest single, “Energy”, released August 1 via fan-powered label Fankee, is a confident and infectious track that reflects her evolution from child performer to a fully-fledged artist with a sound and vision all her own.

Born in Milan and raised in Ibiza, Ramos channels the island’s kinetic spirit into her music, blending slick production with dynamic vocal work and DJ instincts. “Energy” lives up to its name—it’s high-octane, polished, and unmistakably club-ready. It’s not just a song, but a statement: bold, modern, and bursting with youthful urgency.

The release also underscores Ramos’s partnership with Fankee, a community-driven label that redefines what it means to be a fan. Here, listeners aren’t passive consumers—they’re collaborators, promoters, and stakeholders. It’s a fresh approach to music distribution that mirrors Ginevra’s boundary-pushing ethos.

While “Energy” is rooted in Ramos’s love for electronic music, it’s her hybrid identity—as both a powerhouse vocalist and genre-fluid producer—that gives the track its edge. It’s a track designed not only for dancefloors, but also for driving change in how artists connect with their audiences.

With performances already under her belt at major festivals like the Ibiza Global Festival and the International Music Summit, Ginevra Ramos is clearly not here to play it safe. “Energy” is her most confident release yet—and a promise of even bigger things to come.

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Mortal Prophets – French Summer (LP Review)

by the partae August 7, 2025
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New York’s John Beckmann isn’t one to play it safe, and on French Summer, his latest as The Mortal Prophets, he doesn’t just bend genre—he melts it. Spanning eighteen tracks, this LP is less an album and more a lucid dream built from analog whispers, vintage European cinema, and slow-burning electronica.

The presence of Anais de Nerval is key to the album’s allure. Her voice drifts in and out like memory—sensual, ghostlike, and just out of reach. It’s less about lyrics and more about atmosphere. Every phrase she utters feels like it’s been lifted from a Godard film and filtered through cigarette smoke and static. She doesn’t anchor these tracks—she haunts them.

Beckmann, meanwhile, shows a rare kind of restraint. Known for his boundary-pushing sound collages, he’s pared things back here. Gone is the chaotic density of some of his earlier work. In its place: minimal yet lush arrangements, delicate strings, and synths that shimmer like sunlight on a wine glass. There’s a tactile quality to it all—beats that thump like a distant nightclub, textures that wrap around you like silk sheets in a coastal hotel room.

There’s a cinematic flow to French Summer, and it’s easy to imagine it as a film in itself. One without a plot, but heavy on mood—think long drives through Provence, empty streets at dawn, and lovers speaking in hushed tones. There are nods to Gainsbourg, whispers of disco noir, and even ambient soundscapes that feel ripped from some alternate universe. But despite the references, French Summer never dips into imitation. It’s evocative rather than referential.

Still, this is not a record for passive listening. It doesn’t beg for your attention—it seduces it. The pacing is deliberate, the textures subtle, and the emotional payoff requires patience. But for those willing to sit still and let it wash over them, there’s something genuinely transportive here.

French Summer feels like it was made for twilight hours and private moments. It’s luxurious but not loud, nostalgic but not kitsch, romantic but never obvious. In an era of instant gratification, The Mortal Prophets ask you to slow down, and for that alone, Beckmann and de Nerval deserve your time.

If you’re after something intimate, immersive, and just a little strange—French Summer might be your next obsession.

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THE CROXTON ANNOUNCES TWO DAY FESTIVAL – THE CROXTON BLOCK PARTY FOR NOV 1 & 2

by the partae August 6, 2025
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MARKING 10 YEARS OF LEGENDARY LIVE SHOWS AT ICONIC MELBOURNE VENUE

FEAT. TROPICAL FUCK STORM, SPIDERBAIT, CASH SAVAGE AND THE LAST DRINKS, RATCAT, AND MORE

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Celebrating a decade of live music, Melbourne’s beloved venue The Croxton Bandroom has today unveiled The Croxton Block Party – a huge two-day festival taking over the carpark across from the venue on November 1 and 2. The stacked lineup includes Tropical Fuck Storm, Cash Savage and the Last Drinks, Spiderbait, Ratcat, Floodlights, Party Dozen, Grace Cummings, and more.

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wednesday 6 August at 10am from thecroxton.com.au. Limited pre-sale tickets are now live from Oztix.

If the walls of The Croxton Bandroom could talk, the stories would endlessly recall its journey from a quiet and largely empty space into a vibrant and enduring fixture on Australia’s music scene when it relaunched as a contemporary live music venue 10 years ago. A space that has shaped the cultural landscape over the years, hosting everyone from Eagles of Death Metal, Suicidal Tendencies and L7 through to homegrown stars in their formative years, including DZ Deathrays, G Flip and The Chats, a celebration of a jam-packed decade demands a party worthy of The Croxton’s legacy.

As its name suggests, The Croxton Block Party will feature a massive two-day outdoor festival over the first weekend of November, with the event taking over the carpark opposite the venue, complete with a huge stage that will host some of the best live acts Australia has to offer. Headlining the Saturday line-up will be Tropical Fuck Storm, joined by Cash Savage and the Last Drinks, Grace Cummings, Party Dozen, EXEK and Npcede, and members of The Chats and The Prize will get the party started with their brand new band, Loose Lips. Meanwhile, headlining the Sunday lineup will be Spiderbait, along with the legendary Ratcat celebrating the 35th anniversary of their beloved Tingles EP, and Floodlights rounding out the headline acts, backed by two sensational young guitar bands, Sex Mask and Girl and Girl. And kicking off the Sunday vibes will be the sixties-inspired Frankston four-piece getting buzz all over town, The Gnomes.

Synonymous with whipping crowds into a frenzy with their howling brand of rock’n’roll that spawned from The Drones bandmates Gareth Liddiard and Fiona Kitschin, Tropical Fuck Storm are as much a Melbourne institution as The Croxton itself. Punctuated by a genre-defiant fusion of art punk, noise rock and experimental rock, Tropical Fuck Storm most recently released their fifth studio album Fairyland Codex in June, have previously released a joint EP with King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, and won Best Hard Rock or Heavy Metal Album in 2021 for their #7 charting masterpiece Deep States. Throw in millions of streams, performing across the world both as headliners and alongside the likes of Modest Mouse, Kurt Vile and many more and you have a recipe for a show-stopping time this November when Tropical Fuck Storm take the stage; and it’s little wonder Beat Magazine declared “their sound is as powerful as ever, indenting your head into a sonic stupor” after a 2024 headline outing.

“We opened the Croxton 10 years ago with a Drones gig when that part of town still felt miles away from the inner city,” shares Tropical Fuck Storm frontman Gareth Liddiard. “Now it is the inner city which is why it’s wild that we’re going to be playing outside. The stage will be in that big carpark across from the pub.  It’s the first time Simone and Andrew have been able to do that.  Like a mini weekend festival with super cool bands smack bang in the middle of Thornbury and Northcote. Though it’s technically Croxton. It’s going to be huge.”

Also featuring on the Saturday event will be Melbourne act Cash Savage and the Last Drinks, an alternative rock-meets-post-punk and folk blues collective, helmed by singer and guitarist Cash Savage. Earlier this year the band ticked off a huge European run, including their first ever shows in Europe, and for their most recent full-length album, 2023’s So This Is Love, the group were nominated for the ARIA Music Awards’ Best Blues and Roots Album. And there ain’t no party like a Party Dozen party, but luckily you can catch the 2-piece noise band weaving their sonic spells on Saturday 1 November, along with a performance locked in from globally-renowned Melbourne singer-songwriter Grace Cummings.

“I don’t reckon you can have the Melbourne music scene without the Croxton,” says Grace. “I’ve had some of my best musical experiences there both on and off the stage and I can’t wait to say happy anniversary with some of the best bands around.” 

And rounding out the stellar Saturday lineup will be post punk innovators EXEK, as well as the buzzy industrial electro trio Npcede and members from The Chats and The Prize getting the block party vibes started with their brand-new band, Loose Lips.

Headlining on Sunday 2 November will be Australian icons Spiderbait, a band who have ticked off almost every Australian music accolade possible throughout their illustrious career including taking home several ARIA Music Awards, a #1 single in the form of their smash cover of Leadbelly’s Black Betty, taking out the covetous #1 spot on triple j’s Hottest 100 for Buy Me A Pony in 1996, amassing millions of streams, and releasing multiple albums that have garnered gold, platinum or double platinum status along the way. But the achievements don’t end there for Spiderbait, with the group also an enduring live drawcard, from sharing stadiums with Guns N’ Roses and Pink through to performing at Splendour In The Grass and Big Day Out – and pretty much every single thing in between. In 2025 alone, the band have toured Europe and the UK, and most recently had two appearances on triple j’s Hottest 100 Australian songs via their fan-fave tracks Black Betty at #90 and Calypso at #95.

“Congrats to the super team at the Croxton on 10 years and thanks for all you’ve brought to the Melbourne music scene,” shares Spiderbait’s Kram. “We’re stoked to be part of the celebration!”

Also heading up Sunday’s block party will be Melbourne rockers Floodlights, who will also arrive armed with their recent 2025 third full-length album Underneath. Wielding an irresistible mix of nostalgic pop and alternative elements into their infectious rock, Floodlights also know exactly how to hit you in right the feels, and that goes double for a live performance.

“The Croxton is an iconic venue that has been a staple in the Naarm music community since we started,” says Floodlights. “We always held it as a dream to play the Croxton and have been lucky enough to have some of our funnest gigs there as a band. We’ve also all been to epic shows as punters, seeing bands like Amyl, The Drones and heaps more, made even better due to the fact we all live in walking distance. Can’t wait to celebrate the 10th birthday, it’s gonna be lit!”

And during the 10th birthday celebrations for The Croxton, Sydney rockers Ratcat will be having a double whammy anniversary, with the group celebrating the 35th anniversary of their hit 1990 EP Tingles; a release which took out #1 position on the Australian charts, and also cracked the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks via That Ain’t Bad. And Spiderbait, Floodlights and Ratcat will be joined by enigmatic Melbourne post punk trio Sex Mask, Brisbane four-piece indie darlings Girl and Girl, and Frankston’s sixties rock-inspired four piece The Gnomes, with the latter kicking off the Sunday event in unforgettable fashion.

“More than a decade since our last show in Melbourne, we’re absolutely stoked to finally be heading back to join the 10th anniversary
celebrations at one of the city’s most important live mainstays, The Croxton,” says Ratcat’s Simon Day.

Alongside the stellar live entertainment throughout both days this November, punters can also look forward to food trucks, bars, merch. Throw in some of the country’s most beloved acts and you’ve got a recipe for everything you need for an exceptional day out in the neighbourhood, with this special anniversary event set to bring the community together in classic Croxton fashion.

“As a music venue with four walls and a stage, The Croxton has been there for decades,” says The Croxton booker Andrew Parisi. “But when we took it on ten years ago, it had fallen into disuse. It was basically empty, except for a faded  Over 28s club that would shuffle in on a Friday night. It was incredible to me that this amazing space, in the heart of one of the best neighbourhoods in the inner north, was just languishing. And I knew that if we set it up right, built the right culture around it, it would be an awesome live music venue.”

“We had to start fresh and build it from the ground up, and make people feel at home,” Andrew continues. “The Croxton has always felt like a community to us, from the staff who have been with us for a decade, to the artists who keep coming back to play, to the audiences who come through our doors for shows. We take a lot of pride in what we have built here – it’s more than just four walls and a stage. We are part of the essential DNA of this city, which is a thriving music scene. It’s important to Melbourne and it’s important to us.”

“Over the last ten years, we’ve had multiple shows from amazing international acts like Sleater-Kinney, The Hold Steady, Osees and Eagles of Death Metal,” adds fellow Croxton booker Simone Ubaldi. “We hosted the first-ever Australian gigs for artists like UK rap superstar Dave, Idles, Future Islands, Black Midi, Khruangbin, Sleaford Mods, Faye Webster and Phoebe Bridgers, and incredible reunion shows from bands like Pixies, Gang of Four, Swervedriver, Teenage Fanclub, Radio Birdman, Suicidal Tendencies, Helmet, L7, They Might Be Giants, and so many more.”

“We’re proud to have hosted Australian artists whose careers were just starting to blossom, like DZ Deathrays, G Flip, Confidence Man, The Chats, King Stingray, The Teskey Brothers, Skegss and Angie McMahon,” Simone adds. “But more than anything else, we’re proud to have been a home to local heroes like The Murlocs, Floodlights, Cash Savage and The Last Drinks, Tropical Fuck Storm, Cosmic Psychos, Civic, RVG and The Smith Street Band. King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard – the greatest live band in the world – has played The Croxton eight times in the last ten years. Amyl and The Sniffers – the other greatest live band in the world – has played at the venue six times.”

“The fact that The Croxton has had a place in their globe-conquering journeys is mind-blowing,” Simone concludes. “It reminds us that being part of a local music scene really means something. We’re part of an ecosystem that connects local artists to the world.”

The Croxton Block Party will storm the Croxton carpark on Saturday 1 November and Sunday 2 November.
Tickets for The Croxton Block Party go onsale to the general public on Wednesday 6 August at 10am from thecroxton.com.au.

THE CROXTON BLOCK PARTY:
Tickets available from thecroxton.com.au

SAT 1 NOV | THE CROXTON BANDROOM, THORNBURY VIC | 18+
Tropical Fuck Storm
Cash Savage and the Last Drinks
Party Dozen
Grace Cummings
EXEK + Npcede
Loose Lips

SUN 2 NOV | THE CROXTON BANDROOM, THORNBURY VIC | 18+
Spiderbait
Floodlights
Ratcat *Tingles 35th Anniversary Set
Sex Mask
Girl and Girl
The Gnomes

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Steph Clifford Emerges from Heartbreak with “Cocoon” — A Stirring Prelude to Her Soul-Searching Debut Album

by the partae August 6, 2025
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Steph Clifford’s new single Cocoon is a slow-burning, soul-baring introduction to her debut album of the same name—an intimate, emotionally charged track that captures the ache of letting go and the quiet resilience it takes to start again. With lyrics that feel like pages torn from a journal, Cocoon explores the liminal space between endings and rebirth—where grief, hope, and clarity all coexist.

Produced by Leon Power (City and Colour, Frazey Ford) and recorded at Vancouver’s Afterlife Studios with John Raham, Cocoon is sonically rich yet spacious, layering warm guitar tones, ambient textures, and Clifford’s luminous vocals into a song that lingers long after it ends. It’s the kind of track that doesn’t demand attention—it gently holds it, drawing the listener in with quiet intensity and emotional precision.

Both deeply personal and universally felt, Cocoon sets the stage for Clifford’s forthcoming album, out summer 2025—a collection shaped by solitude, transformation, and the power of staying soft in a hard world. With this single, she isn’t just introducing a record—she’s opening the door to an honest, vulnerable, and beautifully human listening experience.

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Trevor Kidd Teams Up with INXS and The Tea Party Legends for Explosive New Track “Sunshine”

by the partae August 6, 2025
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Trevor Kidd, the genre-blending artist from Victoria, BC, is back with a powerful new single called “Sunshine.” Known for his work as a singer, songwriter, producer, and musician, Kidd has built a career marked by high-profile collaborations and national acclaim. From recording with members of Billy Talent and Sum 41 to performing live with Canadian legends Randy Bachman and Tal Bachman, his resume is stacked. He’s opened for April Wine, appeared on CBC’s Dragons’ Den, and even caught the attention of Hollywood actor Eric Roberts and Runaways frontwoman Cherie Currie. With six songs spun on commercial radio—including CBC—and a growing fanbase, Kidd’s ability to make big, bold rock music that resonates is undeniable.

“Sunshine” marks a thrilling new chapter in Kidd’s musical journey. This time, he’s teamed up with Garry Beers of INXS and Jeff Martin from Canadian rock heavyweights The Tea Party, bringing together a powerhouse trio of rock sensibilities. The single follows the success of “Salvation,” a 2022 hard rock banger co-created with Josh Jones that went on to win 13 international film festival awards and earned a spot on IMDB as an award-winning music video. With “Sunshine,” Kidd leans into soaring melodies and gritty guitars, delivering a track that feels both fresh and timeless—an anthemic reminder that his creative spark is burning brighter than ever.

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Interview: Muko – Groove as Survival, Dancing Through Burnout

by the partae August 6, 2025
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“Just Groove” kicks off with this raw defiance — like you’re dancing through burnout. What was going through your mind when you first wrote it?

I was thinking about how you can be exhausted but still refuse to stop moving. “Grooving” here isn’t just dancing — it’s survival. It’s saying, I might be running on fumes, but I’m still going to find the beat and make it mine. That raw defiance came from wanting to turn fatigue into fuel, to move through burnout with rhythm instead of collapse.

You’ve said this track came from exhaustion. Was there a specific moment or breaking point that made you say, “Screw this, I’m going to make music”?

Yes — a night where I’d been stuck between political deadlines and corporate calls, both sides draining me. I realised I’d spent years helping others tell their stories — governments, brands — and almost none telling my own. That night, instead of another report, I wrote the first groove. It was messy, imperfect, but it was mine.

The song blends pop, rock, electro, and gospel — it’s not an obvious mix, but it works. How do you approach fusing such different sounds without losing the groove?

I treat music like a passport. Brazilian maracatu percussion for the heartbeat, the raw edge of deep house for grit, the brightness of pop to pull people in, and the call-and-response power of Afro-gospel for uplift. Each has its own history and weight. I just make sure the groove is the glue — so no matter where the sound comes from, it’s all part of the same journey.

Your album Think Pink dives into themes like feminism, softness, and emotional survival — especially for men. That’s not something you hear often in pop or electro. What made you want to go there?

Because softness is political. In a world where men are still taught to armour up, being vulnerable is radical. I’ve worked in politics — I’ve seen how systems reward dominance and punish empathy. In Think Pink, feminism isn’t just about women’s liberation, it’s about freeing men from those cages too. It’s softness as survival.

You describe the album as a continuation of your sci-fi saga, The Cosmic Mirror Theory. Can you tell us a bit more about this astronaut’s journey — and how it connects to your own?

The astronaut dismantles the old fairy tales before stealing a ship to find the Pink Moon. It’s both an escape and a confrontation. My own journey was similar — breaking away from political and corporate scripts I didn’t believe in, looking for a place where love, truth, and equality could exist without compromise. Space is my metaphor for that search.

You’ve lived a bit of a double life — from Chief of Staff in corporate strategy to full-time artist. Do you ever feel like those two worlds still collide in your work?

Every day. My corporate past taught me discipline and structure; my artistic life taught me chaos and flow. The tension between the two is a good engine — just like in life, where we’re all trying to balance work, passions, and private moments. I don’t see them as separate worlds anymore, more like two planets orbiting the same sun.

There’s a sense of irony in your lyrics, like you’re poking fun at the system while dancing through it. Is humor one of your creative tools, or does it just slip in naturally?

It’s both. Humor disarms. You can slide truth into a groove more easily if it makes people smile first. I learned in politics that if you can’t laugh at the absurdity of the system, it will crush you. In my songs, irony is a way to resist without turning bitter.

You speak and write in multiple languages — English, French, Spanish, Portuguese. How do you decide which language a song needs? Do the words lead the vibe, or the other way around?

It’s always the emotion first. Sometimes saudade in Portuguese carries a depth no other word can; sometimes English hits with precision; sometimes French gives a sharper edge. Travelling and collecting rhythms means I’m also collecting vocabularies. The song chooses its own language — I just listen.

If “Just Groove” is the moment of rebellion, what’s the moment of healing on Think Pink? Is there a track that feels like coming home?

Yes — The Pink Moon. If Just Groove is me saying “I won’t break,” The Pink Moon is me saying “I’m ready to land.” It’s where the fight softens, where you can breathe again. It’s not a perfect ending — more like a safe harbour before the next storm.

What does the Pink Moon mean to you now? Is it still a symbol, or has it become something real in your life?

It started as a symbol — the ultimate destination, the emotional gravity pulling the astronaut forward. Now, it’s also real. It’s love, it’s equality, it’s a way of living where softness and strength aren’t opposites. It’s not a place you arrive at once; it’s something you keep choosing, every day.

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No Going Back: The Out Seer’s Bold Leap with Changes

by the partae August 6, 2025
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The Out Seer is what happens when a bunch of music-school misfits turn late-night jam sessions into something bigger than they ever expected. The band first found their groove at Selkirk College in the Kootenays, then planted roots in Vancouver’s indie scene—where their blend of alt-rock grit and emotional depth really started to bloom.

They’ve always had that rare combo of serious chops and raw chemistry, but with the release of their new album Changes, it feels like everything has clicked into place. The record is a bold, expansive leap forward—moody, melodic, and full of the tension and release they’ve become known for. Gritty guitars, brooding synths, and soaring harmonies weave together into a sound that’s unmistakably theirs. Adding keys opened up a whole new sonic world, and Changes makes it clear: there’s no going back.

Based out of Apricot Music Studios in the Greater Vancouver Area, The Out Seer is constantly in motion—tracking in the studio, hitting the stage, and winning over crowds across BC, from Okanagan road trips to festival sets. With Changes, they’re not just making noise—they’re making a mark.

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Brynja Rán’s Seven EP Delivers Dreamy Pop Perfection With a Genre-Defying Edge

by the partae August 6, 2025
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Icelandic artist Brynja Rán makes a statement with Seven—a dreamy, brass-soaked, genre-fluid EP that boldly steps beyond the bounds of typical pop. Across four standout tracks, Brynja flexes her artistic muscles with a fearless fusion of sound, shimmering vocals, and a distinct sonic identity that’s entirely her own.

Opening with “None of You”, Brynja sets the tone with a lush and cinematic pop moment. Think a little Björk, a little Garbage, and flashes of Pulp, but with a horn-laced twist that nods sweetly to the ’60s—à la Nancy Sinatra. Her voice floats, soars, and punches through the arrangement at all the right moments, while layers of instrumentation offer new discoveries with every spin.

Next up is “Fool For A Lie,” a track dripping in brass and cheek. The energy is infectious, with hints of Lily Allen’s wit and Corinne Bailey Rae’s breezy soul. It’s undeniably radio-ready, but it doesn’t pander—it celebrates pop with purpose. The groove builds and blooms into something joyous, polished, and effortless.

Then comes the wild card—“Bastard.” Funky, fierce, and deliciously left-of-centre, this track captures Brynja at her most unfiltered. If you love the raw lyricism of Fiona Apple or the emotional theatricality of Tori Amos, this one’s for you. It’s a vibe shift in the best way—unexpected, unapologetic, and full of character.

Closing out the project is “Lullaby,” the official single and a clear standout. There’s a sultry, jazz-tinged undercurrent paired with Sade-esque smoothness, but it’s the Santana-inspired guitar licks that truly elevate it. It’s soulful, chilled, and utterly intoxicating—a final flourish that ties the EP together with a bow.

With Seven, Brynja Rán doesn’t just show range—she builds an entire world. It’s dreamy pop at its most imaginative, packed with emotional texture and a voice that refuses to be boxed in. Each track pulls from different corners of her influence, but the result is uniquely hers—fresh, fearless, and worth every second.  We’ll be keeping a close eye on what Brynja does next.

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TEDDY SWIMS TOUR: announcing special guest MATT CORBY to perform at Australian shows

by the partae August 5, 2025
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I’VE TRIED EVERYTHING BUT THERAPY TOUR – OCTOBER 2025

With 12 huge arena shows locked in across Australia and New Zealand this October, global chart-topper Teddy Swims just keeps getting bigger.

The ‘Lose Control’ hitmaker is fresh from setting a new US chart record – his international smash becoming the first song in Billboard Hot 100 history to spend 100 consecutive weeks on the chart. Now deep into the North American leg of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour, Swims is hitting milestone after milestone – including two sold-out hometown shows in Atlanta and a tour finale in Honolulu – before heading down under.

Today, Swims is thrilled to announce ARIA Award-winning artist Matt Corby as very special guest for his Australian dates.

Matt Corby is a musical perennial. Three immaculate albums into an original music journey, with no end in sight. Matt first broke through back in 2011 with the bruising ballad ‘Brother’ – ​ a song whose enduring appeal was proven again with its #51 appearance on last week’s triple j ‘Hottest 100 Australian Songs’ of all time. In his career, Matt’s confidence as a songwriter, lyricist, and record producer has grown to match his vocal mastery. Fans can expect new music in 2025.

Says Corby:

“I’m such a fan of Teddy. I first heard ‘Lose Control’ on the radio while driving from the airport to a show, was completely floored by his vocal chops and the soul in his sound. I’ve been hooked ever since. We first met at his Sydney show last year: Teddy came up, gave me a big hug, and told me he’d been listening to my music since high school, which just blew my mind. After his set, we hung out, talked music, and joked about starting a boy band one day. Being invited to join him on this run of shows is a real honour. I can’t wait!”

With final tickets selling fast, this powerhouse pairing of Teddy Swims and Matt Corby is not to be missed. Two once-in-a-generation voices. One unforgettable night.

Matt Corby – Souls A’Fire (Live At The Fonda)


TEDDY SWIMS ​
​+ special guest Matt Corby (AU shows)
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I’VE TRIED EVERYTHING BUT THERAPY TOUR ​
​AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND ​
​OCTOBER 2025


FINAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW
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ALL SHOWS LICENSED ALL AGES

Tuesday 7 October
​Wolfbrook Arena | Christchurch, NZ
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Thursday 9 October
​Spark Arena | Auckland, NZ
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Tuesday 14 October
​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
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Wednesday 15 October
​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
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Thursday 16 October
​Qudos Bank Arena | Sydney, NSW
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Saturday 18 October
​Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Brisbane, QLD
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Sunday 19 October ​
​Brisbane Entertainment Centre | Brisbane, QLD
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Wednesday 22 October
​Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC
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Thursday 23 October
​Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC
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Friday 24 October
​Rod Laver Arena | Melbourne, VIC
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Monday 27 October
​Adelaide Entertainment Centre Arena | Adelaide, SA
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Wednesday 29 October
​RAC Arena | Perth, WA
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We cannot guarantee any ticket purchase made through any means other than the official ticketing agents listed on the Frontier website.

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NO CIGAR reveal anticipated third studio LP ‘UNDER THE SURFACE’ Touring AU/NZ October & November

by the partae August 5, 2025
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Having spent the last two years touring consistently through Aotearoa and beyond with their unbeatable brand of dynamic indie-rock music, NO CIGAR now embrace the release of their much-anticipated new project – album number three, Under The Surface.

An album jampacked with songs that speak to the band’s elevated chemistry as songwriters and performers, Under The Surface plucks at fresh sonic influences while driving home NO CIGAR’s curiosity for pushing themselves into new creative directions. 

Featuring popular tracks including ‘Clean’, ‘Chantilly’, and ‘Best Behaviour’, Under The Surface provides the listener with multiple moments to lose themselves in. For fans of NO CIGAR who have been lucky enough to see the five-piece perform across the last year and a half, the kinetic energy woven through their live performances will recognise that same energy within the DNA of this album. For newcomers, consider Under The Surface as the perfect jump off point in discovering more about one of Aotearoa’s most exciting exports.

“Music is our escapism, it’s where we squeeze the poison, sucked from the wounds of love, life and pain. As songwriters, and for me as a lyricist, getting to open up in a place that feels safe, with the boys, feels cathartic in a way nothing else can. Like many people, I struggle to speak candidly with anyone about what haunts me most. Letting it out can feel like pushing a mouthful of emotions through a pinhole; therefore, I choose my words carefully, so as to leave no venom on the tongue.” NO CIGAR

Created at Auckland’s renowned Roundhead Studios, Under The Surface shines in the way the music incorporates new flavours (‘Merci Merci’, ‘Cherry Blossom Girl’), while also letting the personality of the songwriting take prominence. NO CIGAR’s music to date has spoken to the band’s natural talents as artists – a savvy knack of knowing how to build a sonic space that the listener gravitates towards with ease.

Under The Surface takes the lessons and experiences from recent years, particularly since the release of their last album – 2023’s The Great Escape – and distills them here into twelve tracks of fun, thoughtful and engaging music.

“Just as we’ve grown as people in the last few years since our first album, so too has the music. We never set out to make music that is ‘heavier’ or ‘softer’; we just find the time to lock ourselves away from the world, get comfortable, and open the floodgates. The way the heavier tones in the album balance nicely with softer numbers make for our most dynamic album to date. NO CIGAR like you’ve never seen it before.” NO CIGAR

The release of Under The Surface comes off the back of sold out tours across the UK and Aotearoa, with NO CIGAR’s impressive back catalogue continuing to resonate with increasingly large audiences in global markets – Australasia, Europe, North America and the UK.

To celebrate the release of Under The Surface, NO CIGAR will be touring Australia and New Zealand this October and November. 

“We’re coming home Aussie (it feels like it anyway – we know you’ll claim us as your own some day). It’s been a minute. We love you, and can’t wait to share our brand new album with you. Prove to us why Aussie crowds are the best in the world. We’ll bring the noise, you bring the energy. Vise versa.” NO CIGAR

NO CIGAR AUSTRALIA / NZ TOUR DATES

TICKETS

Thursday 23 October Mo’s Desert Clubhouse Gold Coast

Friday 24 October The Brightside Brisbane

Saturday 25 October Lansdowne Hotel Sydney SOLD OUT

Sunday 26 October Stag & Hunter Newcastle

Wednesday 29 October Lansdowne Sydney NEW SHOW

Thursday 30 October Amplifier Perth

Friday 31 October Torquay Hotel Torquay NEW SHOW

Saturday 1 November Night Cat Melbourne

“Each performance is a journey guaranteed to envelop you in romanticism, to the ever-evolving backdrop of a thumping sonic experience. With elements of alternative, folk, and indie rock, they also utilise groove-based rhythms with psychedelic undertones to keep your feet moving & your shoulders rolling.”

TWICE THE HYPE

“No Cigar has noticeably little banter, and are mostly here to play their music, which they do very well. The crowd was wild and some people climb onto their friends’ shoulders to see over the rowdy room full of music lovers. Anyone who’s not on someone else’s should is awkwardly pressed together as the venue was clearly at capacity, if not over”

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