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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 / 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.
Features / Interviews
Empire Of The Sun
Why Are Empire Of The Sun Back? Because It's 'Good For Humanity'
After eight years away, Empire Of The Sun have returned with their ambitious, hopeful, and literally cinematic new album, 'Ask That God,' and an equally stunning tour in October.
Features / Interviews
Sachém
(Not) Too Cool For School: Sachém Talks Album Goals & Quandamooka Festival Homecoming
Sachém calls the Quandamooka Music Festival site in North Stradbroke "paradise" and, to the delight of his fans, reveals that his debut album isn't too far off.
Features / Music
78 Saab / The Devoted Few
Inside The ‘No-Drama’ Reunions Of 78 Saab & The Devoted Few
“I spent my 20s and 30s stressing about getting people to gigs, and I didn't want any of that this time."
Features / Interviews
Neon Dreams
Neon Dreams: 'Tracks Like These Remind Me Why I Love Collaborating'
Though Neon Dreams have never been to Australia, they light up when discussing Big Day Out, Adelaide artist Allday and Melbourne bounce music.
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Robbie Williams @ Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Robbie Williams makes the daunting task of performing to a packed stadium look like easy work.
Features / Music
Jules
Jules On Coming Into Her Own With New Album: ‘I've Really Had To Get To Know Who I Am’
“You get very earnest as a singer-songwriter, but you also learn a lot.”
Reviews / Album
Troye Sivan
Album Review: Troye Sivan - 'Something To Give Each Other'
At long last, Troye Sivan shows his face – proud, joyful and unapologetic about who he is and what he stands for.
Reviews / Album
'Autumn Variations' - Ed Sheeran
Album Review: Ed Sheeran - 'Autumn Variations'
"'Autumn Variations' presents itself as a pleasantry – not a necessity."
Reviews / Album
Album Review: Doja Cat - 'Scarlet'
Has Doja Cat created an album that meets the expectations set by 'Paint The Town Red'?
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