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Photography: Juan Castro
Smirnoff returns to Splendour in the Grass this July taking festival-goers to sunny Palm Springs via its immersive experience Smirnoff Seltzer Springs.
Located close to the main stage, Smirnoff’s sensational two-storey mega-marquee is the ultimate haven in the heart of the festival grounds and was the place to be seen last year. Evoking tranquil Palm Springs vibes by day with an aura reminiscent of Las Vegas by night, Smirnoff Seltzer Springs is an idyllic sanctuary for those seeking to unwind and immerse themselves in the best new music from emerging artists and internationally acclaimed DJs, while enjoying Smirnoff’s delicious Seltzer flavours.
On the ground floor, visitors to Smirnoff Seltzer Springs will step into a breathtaking dreamscape with a mesmerizing spectacle of cascading waterfalls projected onto giant LED screens, accompanied by a vibrant collection of beach umbrellas to catch a break from the sun’s rays.
Adorned with an array of large, bright and colourful cacti, this mini desert oasis is the perfect spot for a unique
Insta-moment straight out of Palm Springs. Attendees can enjoy the vibrant surrounds of the downstairs bar, while reveling in the live music and DJs on offer each day from 12pm. The full spectrum of Smirnoff Seltzer flavours – Natural Lime, Passionfruit, Mixed Berries and Mango will be available for guests to enjoy.
After soaking up the chilled vibes, festival goers can explore the second storey of Smirnoff Seltzer Springs and take in the gorgeous panoramic views of the Splendour grounds as they enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle of the festival. The colourful rooftop terrace is highlighted with pops of green, peach and purple tones inspired by Smirnoff Seltzer’s Mango, Natural Lime and Passionfruit flavours.
While visiting the rooftop bar, revelers can ensure they are looking their festival-best at all times with Smirnoff’s complimentary enviro-glitter station. Smirnoff’s glitter specialists will be on hand offering looks inspired by Smirnoff Seltzer’s flavours that will have guests sparkling long into the night.
Smirnoff Seltzer Springs Events Calendar:
Thursday 20th July: 2pm – 4pm
Music performances: 2pm to 4pm (Cabana Stage), 4pm to 6pm (Rooftop Bar), 6pm – 12am (Downstairs Stage)
Friday 21st July: 11am – 2am
Enviro-glitter looks (complimentary): 11am – 5pm
Music performances: 12pm to 4pm (Cabana Stage), 4pm to 6pm (Rooftop Bar), 6pm – 2am (Downstairs Stage)
Saturday 22nd July: 11am – 2am
Enviro-glitter looks (complimentary): 11am – 5pm
Music performances: 12pm to 4pm (Cabana Stage), 4pm to 6pm (Rooftop Bar), 6pm – 2am (Downstairs Stage)
Sunday 23rd July: 11am – 2am
Enviro-glitter looks (complimentary): 11am – 5pm
Music performances: 12pm to 4pm (Cabana Stage), 4pm to 6pm (Rooftop Bar), 6pm – 2am (Downstairs Stage)
To purchase tickets, or for more information on Splendour in the Grass 2023, please visit: www.splendourinthegrass.com
For full set times please visit: www.splendourinthegrass.com/set-times-maps/
Please note: Splendour in the Grass and Smirnoff Seltzer Springs are both cashless experiences.
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PRAISE FOR SHADY NASTY
“The trio’s sound is as inscrutable as ever: lyrics are written like text exchanges between
gym junkies while the instrumentals are jenga towers of hip-hop beats,
slowcore guitars and punk vocals“
NME
“Jittery and tense blasts of sketchy rock that sounds like kids born in the late 90s have
discovered some early Helmet or Mark of Cain records. This is good rowdy stuff”
VICE
“The Australian trio’s sound can turn on a dime between ethereally pretty and menacingly dark”
Kerrang!
“The atmosphere is unsettling in a similar way to Show Me The Body’s songs”
Stereogum
“Rare units and they’re not afraid to mess with your ears“
Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed)
“When people say there’s no band quite like Shady Nasty in Australia,
it’s not some hyperbole or over-exaggeration”
Pilerats
Shady Nasty, Eora / Sydney’s cult alt-punk trio debut their latest single ‘G-SHOCK’ ahead of their upcoming east coast tour in July. LISTEN + WATCH HERE.
‘G-SHOCK’ is an extension of classic Shady Nasty teemed with their most overtly personal vignettes yet. Skittish guitars sketch deeper than before, playing with pop-punk riffs and harpsichord as vocalist Kevin Stathis dreams of twilight moments spent with his most prized automobile obsession – at the behest of the every day that interrupts those moments. ‘G-SHOCK’ revels in his desire to get to his next drive, toying with the edges of hobby, passion and infatuation, his vocals as detached and dissociated as ever, stocky in sound and stature.
Produced by The Presets’ Kim Moyes, the single straddles a prelude to the cost of every upgrade and car mod – and its justification at any cost – against yearning for the early discovery of an untapped subculture, memories bumming around Liverpool gripped by a Hulk-like chokehold. In their own words, “G-SHOCK is the next chapter of Kevin’s blinding obsession with hotted up cars. The tedium of daily life is clouded by accelerated visions of yet another modification and stretch of empty asphalt.”
Shady Nasty is a band that operates on an oxymoron – a post-punk outfit whose most popular songs (‘Get Buff‘, ‘R0LL1N’ H1LLZ‘, ‘PRETTYB0YZ‘) circulate on calm, sombre melodies that balance both electronic and hip hop driven impulses. Anthropologists of their own world, their music is rife with intelligent observations about the burgeoning algorithm of life. Their recent single ‘CHEST HEIGHT’ is just one of many examples of Shady Nasty’s abilities to refract growing pains into social commentary through their enduring motif – a serious, long-term relationship with cars.
Their second EP CLUBSMOKE, a blurry-eyed meditation on vlogging, gymming, clubbing and clout, the group saw international acclaim from NME, Stereogum, Kerrang, DIY, New Noise, BPM, and locally from triple j’s Home and Hosed, Something More and Unearthed, FBi Radio, 2SER, RAGE, Pilerats and Purple Sneakers. Its success took the group to their debut UK/EU tour with a sold-out Oxford Art Factory home show, full of devout adherents that propelled a heaving mosh. Now in 2023 Shady Nasty steady for their next gear shift.
‘G-SHOCK‘ is out now, buy/stream it here.
TOUR DATES
Fri 7 July – sideway – Ngambri / Canberra
Sat 8 July – Crowbar – Eora / Syd
Thu 13 July – Bearded Lady – Meanjin / Brisbane
Fri 14 July – Substation – Meanjin / Brisbane
Sat 15 July – Old Ambulance Station – Kabi Kabi Land / Sunshine Coast
Sat 22 July – Old Bar – Naarm / Melbourne
Sat 29 July – La La La’s – Dharawal Land / Wollongong
Tickets available at shadynasty.online
Stay connected with Shady Nasty:
Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube
King Stingray have today dropped their brand new single ‘Lookin’ Out‘, the first taste of new material since the release of their phenomenal debut album in August last year.
Inspired by their own experiences spent gazing into the ocean or gathered around a campfire, “Lookin’ Out” beautifully captures the universal feeling of being awestruck by the magnificence of Mother Earth. It highlights how these moments of breathtaking beauty have the power to diminish our day-to-day worries and put them into perspective.
Through ‘Lookin’ Out,’ King Stingray also acknowledge the idea that our future is uncertain, yet if we unite and work together, we can find our way. “We have no idea what our future holds, but if we can find a way to work together we’ll be on the right track!” explains guitarist Roy Kellaway. “We are a band from a small place and we’re singing about big things!“.
The accompanying video includes tour footage as well as stunning imagery from the Great Barrier Reef and the band’s hometown of Yirrkala in North East Arnhem Land. Dive in and let the magic of King Stingray wash over you! Manymak!
King Stingray recently celebrated a huge win in the 2022 Vanda & Young Global Songwriting Competition, with their song ‘Milkumana,’ claiming 1st prize, and ‘Camp Dog’ taking out 3rd place.
The band have also recently released a mini-documentary from their 2022 album tour which captures the electrifying energy of their shows and the infectious joy that radiates from the stage. A handful of tickets remain for Melbourne and Adelaide on their current Australian headlining tour. Don’t miss your chance to experience it firsthand!
With just five weeks to go until Splendour in the Grass lights up Ngarindjin / North Byron Parklands for the 21st time, the festival has added a bunch of exciting new acts to the lineup, set to perform on stages across the festival grounds…
Stop by the Byron Bay Brewery Bar to catch a stacked lineup featuring some of the hottest up and coming acts in town including fun-loving larrikins Beddy Rays with their heartfelt lyrics, huge hooks and mosh-worthy riffs, the infectious tunes of captivating breakout stars Chutney, and indie-rock six-piece Cool Sounds whose music nods to 80s pop, cheerful funk and alt-country. Don’t miss the fuzz, synths, samples and synergy of one of the most exciting new bands emerging from Melbourne’s underground Eggy, or the crooning and wailing of Ghost Mutt as they hurl their special brand of pop-rock into the universe. There’s the catchy tracks, captivating personality and out-of-the-box style of Go-Jo plus genre expanding trio The Grogans who explore manoeuvres in surf, punk, blues, garage, psych, rockabilly, and reggae.
Catch the indie tones and surf rock tempo of Lazy Ghost, and continue to ride the wave of the surf rock renaissance with WA legends Old Mervs, witness the enigmatic and colourful live show of Northern Rivers’ own Pasiflorez and prepare to get sweaty when five-piece indie-rock band Ra Ra Viper take to the stage. Enter the world of dream pop duo Royel Otis as they take inspiration from Japanese city pop and 90s nostalgia and enjoy the radiant indie-rock sounds of Melbourne five piece The Velvet Club. Stop by the Byron Bay Brewery Bar on Thursday for an extra special opening night party with special performances, and giveaways.
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SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS 2023
Friday 21, Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 July
Ngarindjin / North Byron Parklands
126 Tweed Valley Way, Yelgun (15 mins north of Byron Bay)
splendourinthegrass.com
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Title: The Noodle Effect
Label: Self-release
After much anticipation and quite some time after its initially announced release date, Spag Heddy‘s debut album – “The Noodle Effect,” is finally out – and trust us, it’s worth the wait. Featuring an impressive 17 tracks, 14 of which are brand new, the body of work is an ode to Spag‘s true evolution as an artist over the last few years. While some tracks, like his recently released “Hammer Time” and the album’s “Fragga,” stay true to Spag Heddy‘s original bass-heavy style, what’s most noteworthy about it are the tracks that demonstrate his stepping outside of the box. In songs like “Vertigo,” “Imagination,” and “Voices,” the Dutch-born, Spain-based producer explores a softer, emotive sound with vocal-driven, melodic electronic ballads. Read on for more about his inspiration behind the album and press play on “The Noodle Effect” to usher in the new era of Spag Heddy.
“With this album, I wanna showcase more of myself than just the headbanger dubstep that I’m known for nowadays. This album made a perfect home for some of my productions that are not dancefloor-aimed but that I absolutely love and have wanted for so long to see the light of day. While a few of these tracks have been years in the making, others are brand new and show what I’m currently vibing with. Thanks to this project, I rediscovered my love and motivation to make melodic and timeless music, whether it’s DJ-friendly and/or danceable or not. ‘The Noodle Effect‘ couldn’t be a better title because it is on-brand, but it also means traveling into a singularity, which essentially is to become timeless.” – Spag Heddy
The Netherlands-born and Spain-based Spag Heddy has been cooking up dubstep hits since 2011, when his club bangers quickly got the attention of fans and industry tastemakers alike. With Skrillex, Rusko, Excision and others counted among his inspirations, Spag has gained widespread acclaim for his hard-hitting and yet melodic style that always feels fresh and forward-thinking. He has multiple successful singles as well as remixes and collaborations for The Chainsmokers, Krewella, SLANDER, and originals that can be heard in sets of Skrillex, Excision, Subtronics, NGHTMRE and many other heavyweights. His high-energy, mesmerizing sets have earned him tours with Zomboy and Flux Pavilion as well as direct support for Excision and Zeds Dead, plus a number of his own headlining tours around the globe. Now on the eve of releasing his most exciting project to date, Spag Heddy is well on his way to the top.
Phase 1 of Spag Heddy‘s “The Noodle Effect” Tour (tickets):
June 17 – Mardi Gras – Queenstown, NZ
June 23 – La La Land – Brisbane, AU
June 24 – Mardi Gras – Ohakune, NZ
June 30 – Potts Point Hotel – Sydney, AU
July 01 – Perth Mess Hall – Perth, AU
July 13 – Celine – Orlando, FL
July 14 – The Loft – Minneapolis, MN
July 15 – Miramar Theatre – Milwaukee, WI
July 28 – Exchange – Los Angeles, CA
July 29 – Sunbar – Tempe, AZ
August 10 – The Marc – San Marcos, TX
August 11 – Ogden Theatre – Denver, CO
August 24 – Hard Rock Live – Las Vegas, NV
August 25 – Elektricity – Detroit, MI
August 26 – Concord Hall – Chicago, IL
September 13 – Soundcheck – Washington, DC
September 14 – Trinity – Seattle, WA
September 15 – Celebrities – Vancouver, BC
September 16 – Palace – Calgary, AB
Melbourne-born artist, producer and drummer G Flip announces eight-date national run for August/September 2023
First headline tour of Australia since 2019
Tickets go on sale Tuesday 20 June via www.frontiertouring.com/gflip
With special guests Hope D (Bris, Cairns, Perth), Jacoténe (Adel, Torquay, Melb) and Charley (Syd/Newc)
From unknown artist to international star: multi-talented drummer, singer, songwriter and producer G FLIP is one of a kind. Frontier Touring is thrilled to announce G Flip will return home for the DRUMMER Australian Tour this August/September – performing eight huge shows in Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide, Perth, Torquay, Melbourne, Sydney and Newcastle.
Transcending boundaries and expectations, G Flip (born Georgia Flipo) is becoming the role model they never had growing up. A near-lifelong musician who took up drumming at just nine-years-old, the rising superstar makes the kind of high-powered rock/pop that could only come from the heart and mind of a drummer. First heard on triple j, last month saw the release of new single ‘Be Your Man’ (out now via Future Classic), a track showcasing G’s insightful and reflective songwriting talent and building upon the vulnerability they have become revered for with their music.
Today’s long-awaited tour news is a homecoming celebration for the singer, marking their first headline dates on Aussie soil since 2019. Tickets go on sale Tuesday 20 June (2pm local time) via www.frontiertouring.com/gflip. Sign up for early access to the Frontier Pre-sale, which starts Monday 19 June (1pm local time).
G Flip recently announced their debut US headline shows, which kick off in September in Santa Cruz, California. The 25-date run includes New York, Boston, Chicago and more, before wrapping in San Francisco in late October. G also just-wrapped a string of stellar Pride Month performances across North America.
Having delivered 2018 debut smash single ‘About You’ – named Best New Track by Pitchfork, with Rolling Stone hailing G Flip as an ‘Artist You Need To Know’ – G Flip matches their potent musicianship with equal parts sonic originality and fantastically outspoken point-of-view (an element informed by their experience as a queer, non-binary artist). They sealed their status as a major festival drawcard with their early, debut performance at Byron’s Splendour In The Grass back in 2018, while last year’s massive return – which saw the drummer performing one-handed! – immediately became the stuff of legend. For the past few years G has dominated triple j’s Hottest 100, the biggest listener voted music poll in the world. 2019 debut About Us has amassed more than 180 million streams to date and debuted on #1 on the ARIA vinyl charts and #6 on Album charts.
Joining the tour as special guests: with singles ‘Hard For Me’, ‘Arizona’ and ‘I Suck At Being Lonely’ accumulating six million combined streams and a Top 4 position at Eurovision Australia Decides in 2022, Sydney-based pop chanteuse Charley (Sydney & Newcastle shows) is on a roll, the energetic singer due to release debut EP TIMEBOMBS in late June. Brisbane artist Hope D (Brisbane, Cairns, Perth shows) made her debut trek to Austin’s SXSW in 2023, following the delivery of debut album Clash of The Substance in Feb 2023. Having performed festival sets at Groovin The Moo, BIGSOUND, Falls and more, fans were won over by tracks like ‘Doormat’ and instant earworm ‘Emerald’. Inspired by artists as diverse as Toots and the Maytals, Gorillaz, Adele, and Amy Winehouse, commanding Melbourne singer Jacoténe (Adelaide, Torquay, Melbourne shows) was crowned triple j’s Unearthed High Winner of 2022, thanks to top 5 most-played track, ‘I Need Therapy (demo)’.
Teasing new music on the way soon, G Flip is ushering in a bold new era. Welcome them home – don’t miss G Flip live on stage this August/September!
G FLIP
With special guests Hope D (Brisbane, Cairns, Perth), Jacoténe (Adelaide, Torquay, Melbourne) and Charley (Sydney/Newcastle)
AUSTRALIA
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2023
Presented by Frontier Touring, Chugg Entertainment, Village Sounds, Future Classic and triple j
FRONTIER MEMBERS PRE-SALE
via www.frontiertouring.com/gflip
Runs 24 hours from: Monday 19 June (1pm local time)
or until pre-sale allocation exhausted
GENERAL PUBLIC ON SALE
Begins: Tuesday 20 June (2pm local time)
Friday 18 August
The Tivoli | Brisbane, QLD
18+
Ticketmaster.com.au
Saturday 19 August
Tanks Art Centre | Cairns, QLD
18+
Ticketlink.com.au
Friday 25 August
Hindley Street Music Hall, Adelaide, SA
18+
Moshtix.com.au
Saturday 26 August
Astor Theatre Perth | Perth, WA
Lic. All Ages
ticketek.com.au
Thursday 31 August
Torquay Hotel | Torquay, VIC
18+
Oztix.com.au
Saturday 2 September
Forum Melbourne | Melbourne, VIC
18+
ticketek.com.au
Friday 8 September
Enmore Theatre | Sydney, NSW
Lic. All Ages
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Saturday 9 September**
Bar on the Hill | Newcastle, NSW
18+
Oztix.com.au
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Australian/Anglo Indie Rockers NOASIS have just released their new single and music video ‘Walk On’, which was premiered exclusively via Scenestr.
The lads will be hitting the road for a run of Australian tour dates that kick off in July.
“Walk On is inspired by early years of my life in the UK and listening to bands such as the Stone Roses, Gorillaz and Sneaker Pimps. I have a fondness for that period in my life, and the music around our home, and in my grandad’s car. The song is about the pace of 21st century living and for me, the coming of age in a new country and a very different time of life.”
Tom Spiby – NOASIS
NOASIS were originally formed the UK. In 2013, Darren Spiby (founding member of NOASIS) moved to Australia and after a few years acclimatizing, brought together a group of lads to run around Australia playing OASIS anthems.
Managed by Our Kid Promotions, NOASIS are a hardworking band that are nothing short of infectious.
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
Tickets available at www.noasis.com.au |18+ only
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Like most coming-of-age releases, the Minivan EP too rolls through the motions of finding yourself, grief and heartbreak. Less so of the peaks and pits of love in all its forms, but a thorough excavation of the youthful effervescence in that torpedo period between life’s most pivotal stage. While lyrically The Rions attempt to master and understand adulthood, artistically Minivan covers the gamut of the band’s offering – Mylo Xyloto-like, arena-ready choruses with their keen ear for humility and intimacy intact; capturing a similar jolly mischief of the four best friends running rampant through train stations and fields in A Hard Day’s Night.
They reveal, “This EP is definitely a reflection of many experiences the four of us have had individually over the course of our teenage years. The narrative connecting the songs is that of a person that experiences all the ups and downs of an ordinary life. Having issues with yourself, falling in love, having a meltdown and separating yourself from what hurts you most in an attempt to better yourself as a person.”
Produced and recorded in close collaboration with Chris Collins (Matt Corby, Skegss, Middle Kids), Minivan sees The Rions make sense of the noise happening around them in real time with an innate understanding of their influences. Pieces of Liam and Noel through to John and Paul and beyond, they distil and re-invigorate into a universality that speaks volumes of the four 19-year-olds’ maturity and musicality – which has built the group a loyal fanbase and gone on to sell out national tours in the time since their Unearthed High win.
Guided by a consistent drive to evolve, The Rions weave their own dreamcatcher for listeners on Minivan, a protective vessel for solace and community from the big brothers who’ve already gone through it. With each steady stride that’s gotten them here already – back-to-back Hottest 100 entries, tours supporting Lime Cordiale, Boy & Bear, Pacific Avenue amongst others, festival appearances at Grapevine the Gathering, Party In The Paddock, Festival of the Sun and more – The Rions’ debut EP is a giant leap into the band, and men, they seek to become.
THE RIONS
Minivan EP (out Aug 11)
PRE-SAVE HERE
‘Minivan‘ is out now, buy/stream here.
MINIVAN EP TRACKLIST
Talking To Walls
Scary Movies
Got My Hopes Up
Take What You Want
Minivan
TOUR DATES
Sun 18 Jun – Bangers On The Green @ Shaws Bay Hotel – Bundjalung Land / Ballina
Fri 21 Jul – SPIN OFF Festival – tarndanya / Adelaide
Sat 26 Aug – The Station – Ngarigo Land / Jindabyne
Tickets avialable at therions.com
Stay connected with The Rions:
Official Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Unearthed | YouTube
Where are you currently based?
On Dharug land in Western Sydney!
What’s been happening recently?
Just moved into a new art studio so I’m incredibly excited to start creating something new here. I also joined and started two new bands, I haven’t played music in a group setting in over 4 years so I’m stoked to start releasing new tunes.
Please tell us about the work you will be presenting at the Future Art is Vivid event:
It will be a mixture of my recent digital art, including my minted NFTs. Most of my work is what I describe as surreal cyber dreamscapes and heavenly wastelands, populated by afro-futuristic abstractions of self with strong ancestral and contemporary themes.
How did your partnership with Future Art come about?
I met Dave and Sats from Future Art back in 2021 I believe and we have been working together on various projects ever since! It was so cool to meet them as at the time I didn’t really know anyone in Sydney who participated or even knew of Web3. One of the first collaborations we did together was for last years Future Art x Vivid in which we created an AR experience with Yahoo that people could view all over Sydney.
What can people expect from the event? It sounds very immersive and engaging, can you describe the experience?
It will be wild if its anything like last years event!! There’s lots of things happening, and the music will compliment the visuals so well. I’m particularly excited to see what Giant Swan is going to do.
Please tell us about your transition from Music artist to visual artist:
It felt very natural, I had basically been playing music full time for years and hadn’t had the chance to work on my visual art. I’m the type of person that likes to put 100% of my time and energy into one thing rather than multitasking so I made time for just art. I still love to play music but at the moment my big focus is on visual.
What it was like working with big brands and garnering the attention of Paris Hilton?
It’spretty surreal, actually. Every job is so different and it helped me learn a lot. The artwork I created for Paris Hilton was one of my favourite projects to date; she was super lovely to work with and couldn’t be happier with the artwork!
How did you come to work with brands?
I started working and collaborating with larger brands and celebs at the start of the pandemic when a lot of design agency’s had to go online. I had been putting my work out on different parts of the web for over a decade at that point so I guess I had built up a decent enough portfolio.
Who are you listening to at the moment musically?
Mostly industrial metal like Godflesh and dance music like Snow Strippers, when I’m working I like to listen to ambient music such as Deepchord and Stephen Hitchell.
What do you have planned for the remainder of 2023?
I’ve got some large scale international projects that I’m working on and I’m very excited to announce when I get the chance (keep and eye out on my socials). I’m also working on a blockchain based game set in Sydney.
Favourite food and place to hangout?
At the moment I’d say La Disfida in Haberfield – best pizza and Italian food in Sydney!!
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: June 16
Time: 8pm – 3am
Tickets: From $39 and available here
Location: Home the Venue
Sydney indie-pop soloist Heterochromia shares dancey new single, Plastic, before heading on the Cracked Porcelain Tour, visiting towns across the nation.
Exploring the throes of self-worth, Plastic boasts a mellow balance of energetic rock and bubblegum pop genres, engaging listeners with sing-along melodies, bouncing riffs and an upbeat rhythm section that delivers an important message packaged in candied sarcasm.
“Plastic laments a time in my life where I was feeling very ornamental and used by various characters in my life, which served as a catalyst for the toy motif we’ve been playing with so far,” says vocalist Bree Vane. “Plastic has a very cathartic ‘f*ck you I’m a whole person’ chorus that makes it a lot more positive, and it’s definitely the most upbeat song we’ve written. I’m really excited for people to dance to this one”
Produced by Joshua Gonzalez, and mixed and mastered by Christopher Vernon (Belle Haven, Future Static, Better Half), Plastic builds with each passage to create a lush sonic tapestry teeming with Vane’s signature sugar-coated pop energy.
The track forefronts Vane’s exemplary songwriting and commanding yet vulnerable vocals in a high-end production package that makes for a truly evocative performance.
Heterochromia will be taking their live performances across the East Coast on the Cracked Porcelain Tour visiting Canberra, Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane and Sydney. Heterochromia will headline Hamilton Hotel in Newcastle on August 6 and Oxford Art Gallery in Sydney on September 9. Surrounding dates will see Heterochromia support up and coming acts local to each show. More information below!
No stranger to the music industry, Vane is renowned for her contribution to the Australian music community as a photographer and graphic designer. Most notably, Vane spearheaded Wall Of Sound’s evolution into digi-mag territory, where she has successfully curated both the Good Things Festival Special and the soon to be released Knotfest Special digi-mags. A woman of many creative endeavours, Vane is also the brains behind the machine that is Heterochromia.
Heterochromia’s debut 2022 single Baby Doll, a tale of forbidden love, put the name on the map and saw Vane debut her live show with a band at Sydney’s packed out Burdekin Hotel last November. Earlier this year Vane collaborated with alt rock favourite David De La Hoz of Belle Haven on sophomore single Kicking, demonstrating a great emotional range and commendable musicianship.
Plastic is the third single by Heterochromia before a larger release will make its way into the world later in the year. Plastic is available now, streaming on all platforms.
Grapevine Gathering, Australia’s beloved wine and music pairing festival, has just announced the confirmed dates for its 2023 edition. The festival will take place in five stunning winery locations around the country this October.
Grapevine Gathering is known for its incredible lineup of both wine and music. Last year’s festival featured unforgettable performances by The Kooks, Peking Duk, The Veronicas, Ball Park Music, Confidence Man, Jack River and more.
Make sure to gather your partners-in-wine and join us as we raise a glass to Grapevine Gathering’s return to the Yarra Valley (VIC), Hunter Valley (NSW), Swan Valley (WA), Mount Cotton (QLD), and McLaren Vale (SA). In order to secure the cheapest tickets and be first to know when the lineup is revealed, register here.
Get ready to experience the perfect blend of fine music, exquisite wines, and thrilling adventures against the backdrop of some of the country’s finest vineyards once again.
Grapevine Gathering is proudly brought to you by Untitled Group, Australia’s largest independent music promoter. Untitled Group is the creative force behind renowned festivals such as Beyond The Valley, Pitch Music & Arts, Wildlands, For The Love, Ability Fest and more.
Lineup spilling soon!
Saturday 7th October – Rochford Estate, VIC
Sunday 8th October – Sirromet Wines, QLD
Saturday 14th October – Sandalford Wines, WA
Saturday 21st October – Hope Estate, NSW
Sunday 22nd October – Serafino Wines, SA
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Featuring works from some of the world’s most renowned digital artists including international artist Sophie Tea, Australia’s Serwah Attafuah and more
Sydney, Australia – Future Art is set to shake up the art scene at Vivid Sydney Festival with an explosive fusion of digital art and live music. The event promises to be the art and music party like no other, featuring the world’s brightest digital artists, live music from top DJs, and a multi-sensory and ultra immersive experience that will change how contemporary art is experienced.
Returning to Vivid Sydney after last year’s successful debut, Future Art is back to unveil new frontiers in digital art and showcase some of the most exciting works from the digital art boom. From motion, AI, generative, and 3D art to virtual reality, attendees can expect to see digital art in its many forms.
The night will be soundtracked by some of the best local and international DJs, including Black Angus (Sneaky Sound System), Dave Goode (Potbelleez), and special guest appearance from Sarah Main (Pacha Ibiza), who will keep the party going all night long.
Future Art will feature works from some of the world’s leading digital artists, including Neurocolor (Mexico), Rebecca Rose (USA), Jon Noorlander (Sweden), and Panter Xhita (Argentina). Australian talents like Joe Pease, Sophie Tea, Serwah Attafuah, and Stuart Sale will also showcase their works, making it a night to remember.
Sophie Tea has trailblazed a new route to success for contemporary artists by using the power of social media. An artist who usually abstains from traditional gallery representation, Sophie will be showcasing her vibrant and colourful work that has gained her a massive following and been featured in multiple international publications, including Vogue, Forbes, and Harper’s Bazaar.
A musician turned artist, Sydney-based Serwah Attafuah is a multidisciplinary artist who will be showcasing her surreal cyber dreamscape artworks filled with strong ancestral and contemporary themes. A rising star of the art world, Serwah has exhibited in various galleries across Australia and been commissioned for clients such as Paris Hilton, Nike, Mercedes Benz, Charli XCX and more.
Future Art promises to be a monumental art and music party that will blow attendees’ minds. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience digital art in a whole new way should not be missed.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: June 16
Time: 8pm – 3am
Tickets: From $39 and available here
Location: Home the Venue