Reviews

A simplistic and lonesome record for rainy nights.

Just when you thought it might be outlasting its welcome, the BDO again managed to surprise and satisfy and while a few things can be tweaked, it’s certainly something we’ll look forward to again next year.

It comes as quite a let-down that the British three-piece didn’t attempt to be any bolder this time around.

Isbell’s way with words – and the delivery of them – make Southeastern a record that will beckon you into its little worlds, and make you feel them. Magnificent.

Too True is brash and confident and will no doubt find plenty of admirers, but it’s ultimately one-dimensional and formulaic.

Crowhurst might have a related bit of new-romantic storytelling about it, but they do it with just enough tongue in collective cheek to let you in on the joke.

It’s more thoughtful – knowing the mirror’s cracked even as you’re snorting the last line off it. Problem is, most of their audience will only want the former, and not get the message of the latter.

Scenic have released a brand new track whilst they get ready to play this year's Laneway festival.

His presence is much larger than life, more like a real, living cartoon character than a mere mortal rapper.