David James Young, Journalist

David James Young

David James Young is a music journalist, amateur DJ and former podcaster working on unceded Dharawal land. He is the Guinness World Record holder for most gigs attended in one year. His other bylines include NME, Junkee, The Big Issue and The Australian.

Features / Music

Justice

Top 10 Songs We're Keen To See Justice Perform Live On Their Australian Tour

As Justice gear up for their highly anticipated return to Australia, The Music has rounded up ten tracks we can't wait to hear blasting from the speakers this December.

Features / Music

Bliss N Eso

'This Isn't A Golden VIP Room – We're Just Like You': After 25 Years, Bliss N Eso Are Still Shooting For 'The Moon'

“There's a message in our music that's very human," Bliss N Eso say alongside the release of their latest record, 'The Moon (The Dark Side)'.

Features / Music

Bliss N Eso

Then Till Now: Bliss N Eso's 10 Best Songs

As Sydney hip hop icons Bliss N Eso celebrate 25 years and ready themselves to release album number nine, we take a look back at their storied discography to pluck out their brightest moments.

Features / Interviews

Pierce Brothers

The Pierce Brothers Can't Wait To Get Back To Queenscliff Music Festival

Australia's most affable siblings are celebrating 15-plus together with a huge blowout at their favourite festival – with a swag of new material to boot.

Features / Music

The Mary Wallopers

Even In A Quiet Year, The Mary Wallopers Keep Making Noise

Ahead of their return to Australia this month, the fearless Irish punks are keeping up the craíc.

Features / Music

MUDRAT

MUDRAT: “We Have To Have Hope, And Endeavour To Be Better”

Forged out of furore and chaos, MUDRAT's debut album sees power in a union of not only hip-hop and rock, but the personal and the political.

Features / Music

Playlunch

Playlunch Are Taking Their Role As Australian Music's Class Clowns Seriously

With Playlunch's 'Sex Ed' album now out in the world, the self-described 'bogan funk' outfit are enjoying their rapid ascent and unapologetic use of humour to deliver the genre-shifting good times.

Features / Opinion

Flume, Ben Lee & Missy Higgins

OP-ED: No, Actually, The Hottest 100 Shouldn't Be All-Australian

"By eliminating any and all international presence from the Hottest 100, however, you may well be creating more problems than you are solving."

Features / List

Damien Rice & Francisca Barreto

10 Iconic Damien Rice Songs We're Hoping To Hear On His Australian Tour

To celebrate Damien Rice's upcoming Australian tour, The Music has rounded up his finest musical moments that would be very much appreciated live and in concert.

Features / Interviews

Jamie xx

Jamie xx: 'I Wanted To Mess With People's Brains A Little Bit'

One of the UK's most in-demand producers is back on the scene with a new album, a new live show and a potential full-scale reunion of his original band.

Features / List

City And Colour

10 City And Colour Songs For New Fans

Recently discovered the lilting voice of Dallas Green? There's 20 years of incredible music waiting for you, and here's your starter kit.

Features / Interviews

Jet

Jet's Mark Wilson Talks Going Symphonic, A Potential Fourth Album & Ignoring The Critics

Jet's Mark Wilson speaks candidly about the band's unexpected but exciting second reunion ahead of their upcoming gig with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

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