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Two New Arcade Fire Songs

June 15, 2010 by Lachy 2 Comments

Radio rips of two new Arcade Fire songs from their upcoming album ‘The Suburbs’ have surfaced. And wow. I like these much more than the two songs officially released so far, and can definitely see both of these being album favourites. These are simply superb songs. Can’t wait! “I would rather be wrong than live […]

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Gig Review: British India @ Corner Hotel, 12th June

June 13, 2010 by Lachy 3 Comments

This was my second time seeing British India at the Corner Hotel, and from the moment they walked onto the stage surrounded by smoke and dimmed lighting, with lead singer Declan in his trademark hoodie and the atmosphere in the venue at an absolute fever pitch, I knew I was in for a great night.

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Debut Goodnight Owl Video ‘Maps And Compasses’

June 11, 2010 by Lachy 0 Comments

Very cool clip and song, catch the launch July 24th at the Workers’ Club.

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Bang Bang Boss Kelly

June 9, 2010 by Lachy 3 Comments

For better or worse, for this five-piece from Brisbane, comparisons with Mumford And Sons are inevitable. The timing for these guys is perhaps a bit unfortunate- if they had come out a year ago with a rollicking heartfelt banjo anthem with plenty of ‘fuck’s in the chorus then everybody would probably be talking about how […]

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And Pluck Your Strings On Facebook

June 8, 2010 by Lachy 0 Comments

Here it is. Use it stay up to date with the blog through everybody’s favourite privacy-invading social networking platform.

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The Essential Albums Of 2010 (So Far)

June 8, 2010 by Lachy 3 Comments

So here we are, nearly halfway through 2010. And what a year for music it has been, both locally and internationally. Since I love my music lists, I figured I’d put together one of the must-have albums of the year so far. I absolutely love all of these records, and if you haven’t got a […]

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