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THE CON IS ON US: A Response To Barry Prismall
If you heard a loud noise on Thursday morning, it may have been the sound of a million Australians facepalming while reading a piece by the venerable Barry Prismall (see above) arguing that rap
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THE HARVEST: Albums Vol. 5
Here’s how this segment works: I’ll listen to as many albums as possible throughout the week, break down buzz worthy choices and then stamp them with either; Unripe (intriguing), Ripening (gratifying) or Ripe (choice
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Top 10 Music Moments In Film
As I eagerly and impatiently wait for the release of The Great Gatsby, I have begun pondering what really excites me about the upcoming Baz Luhrmann film. One of the reasons is his impeccable
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THE HARVEST: Albums Vol. 4
Here’s how this segment works: I’ll listen to as many albums as possible throughout the week, break down buzz worthy choices and then stamp them with either; Unripe (intriguing), Ripening (gratifying) or Ripe (choice
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THE AUSTRALIAN ELECTRONIC MUSIC TRENDSETTERS: Part III – Kiss FM
Over past weeks I’ve spoken to Bevin Campbell and Fenella Kernebone, two of Australia’s most prolific electronic music radio show hosts. Now it’s time to get a feel for another important facet of our
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DIY Management Series: Vol. 3 – Sign on the Dotted Line: Music Business Contracts pt. 1
[View Part 1: Network, Network, Network] [View Part 2: Getting The Most Out Of Your Release] WORDS BY PAUL GRATTIDGE When you get your band together and start to hone your sound, it almost seems
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THE HARVEST: Albums Vol. 3
Here’s how this segment works: I’ll listen to as many albums as possible throughout the week, break down buzz-worthy choices and then stamp them with either; Unripe (intriguing), Ripening (gratifying) or Ripe (choice of
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THE AUSTRALIAN ELECTRONIC MUSIC TRENDSETTERS: Part II – Bevin Campbell (The Blend, PBS)
Last week I sat down with Fenella Kernebone from The Sound Lab on triple j. This week I am talking to Bevin Campbell, the curator and presenter of The Blend on PBS. The two
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THE HARVEST: May Albums (Preview)
This is a preview of the 10 albums I’m most interested in reviewing for May based on the early singles. 1. Savages – Silence Yourself Released: May 6th, 2013 For Fans of: Warpaaint, Siouxsie
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THE HARVEST: Albums Vol. 2
Here’s how this segment works: I’ll listen to as many albums as possible throughout the week, break down buzz worthy choices and then stamp them with either; Unripe (intriguing), Ripening (gratifying) or Ripe (choice
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VIDEO: BLEEDING KNEES CLUB – Feel
I don’t really know what is going on here and I don’t really care. Bleeding Knees Club aren’t out to make some whimsical deep video consisting of metaphorical themes, semiotics and sub plots. They
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THE AUSTRALIAN ELECTRONIC MUSIC TRENDSETTERS: Part I – Fenella Kernebone
Broadcasting is very important for emerging talent. Being featured on radio gives an artist support and credibility, while allowing them to reach a wider audience. The radio format is special, because it doesn’t rely
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SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS – 2013 LINE UP
At last, the day has arrived. Splendour In The Grass have announced their highly anticipated line-up for 2013. Set to take place between the 26th – 28th of July in the sunny (we hope) backdrop
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VIDEO: I’LLS – Plans Only Drawn
I’lls new video clip for successful first single ‘Plans Only Drawn‘, is simple yet effective. From the opening visual we are met with the identifiable figure of Simon Lam’s silhouette on a rear projection
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TOP 20 TRACKS FOR THIS WEEK
It’s Monday again, which means it is time to bring you our favourite tracks from the past week. This week we have had some massive releases from big names, most notably Daft Punk with
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THE HARVEST: Albums Vol. 1
Here’s how this segment works: I’ll listen to as many albums as possible throughout the week, break down buzz worthy choices and then stamp them with either; Unripe (intriguing), Ripening (gratifying) or Ripe (choice
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The Ripe Guest Mix with Sampology
If you have ever been to a Sampology show you have probably left the dancefloor in a sweaty, dazed and confused state wondering: “what just happened in the past hour of my life?” Sampology
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Interview with DJ Butcher
Brisbane based hiphop turned edm artist DJ Butcher is well in to his 5 date tour which comes off the back of his latest $werve EP release. Starting off as a turntabilist, his roots are
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DIY Band Management Series Vol. 2: Getting The Most Out Of Your Release
Paul Grattidge has embarked on a series of Do-It-Yourself guidelines for band management. Volume two of the series is all about getting the most out of your release. *** Releasing an album or EP
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INTERVIEW: Axel Boman
Swedish artist Axel Boman, is one of the hottest exports coming out of Northern Europe. I was left spellbound after both of his performances at Dimensions festival (Croatia) 2012 and couldn’t wait for him to
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