‘SOS’: the wait for SZA’s new hit album was worth it

After a five year hiatus, SZA has finally released her latest album, SOS. Released on the 9th December 2022, SOS had already accrued 1.4 billion streams by 30th January 2023. Read the review by The Owl’s Shania McCormack.Continue reading‘SOS’: the wait for SZA’s new hit album was worth it

The financial reality of pursing a dream

Musicians in Canberra are finding that pursing their dreams of writing, recording, and playing music is costing them thousands out of their own pocket. While being a musician may seem like a creative and glamorous job, the financial costs involved fly under the radar.Continue readingThe financial reality of pursing a dream

‘Cracker Island’: are Gorillaz still making hits?

British virtual band Gorillaz have returned with a brand-new album titled ‘Cracker Island’. Hit or miss? The Owl’s Reid Hampson decides.Continue reading‘Cracker Island’: are Gorillaz still making hits?

PITCH Music & Arts Festival

Pitch Music & Arts is a four-day festival that offers its attendees a unique and immersive experience through a blend of electronic music and curated art selections. It is renowned for its exceptional electronic music line-up, making it the forefront of Australia’s house and techno scene.Continue readingPITCH Music & Arts Festival

Digi Culture and Music Festival: the new home of electronic music in Canberra

Digi Culture and Music Festival is Canberra’s way of catering to the explosion of the the electronic music scene here in Australia. The Owl’s Will Bayliss was there.Continue readingDigi Culture and Music Festival: the new home of electronic music in Canberra

Sam Alfred’s RinseFM Shampain Mix: a collection of classics

Melbourne/Naarm based DJ Sam Alfred has been around the scene for a few years now, but has recently exploded. He has quickly become an icon for anyone into the electronic music scene in Australia. He’s recently put together unforgettable sets at events such as Boiler Room and Pitch and Arts Music Festival. Sam really put his name on the map for global opportunities, such as RinseFM’s Shampain segment.Continue readingSam Alfred’s RinseFM Shampain Mix: a collection of classics

Candlelight Concert: a fairytale of music and candles

The Candlelight Concert showcased an ambient setting with the Phoenix Collectives performing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. It was an intense multi-sensory experience through the sounds of the classics in the form of storytelling. The concert provided a very intimate yet emotional adventure for everyone wanting that fairytale evening.Continue readingCandlelight Concert: a fairytale of music and candles

‘Coming on Strong’: Interplanetary Criminal’s sequel EP to B.O.T.A.

If you turned on the radio in mid-2022 you would’ve heard ‘Baddest of them All’ (B.O.T.A.) by Interplanetary Criminal and Eliza Rose. The Owl’s Will Bayliss wasn’t sure what to expect from the follow-up release, ‘Coming on Strong’, but he liked it.Continue reading‘Coming on Strong’: Interplanetary Criminal’s sequel EP to B.O.T.A.

Not your average country club: the Lime Cordiale experience

Lime Cordiale’s regional Australian tour, the “Fantastical Country Club Experience”, was a cosy and captivating concert filled with energy. The Owl’s Harrison Frater was there.Continue readingNot your average country club: the Lime Cordiale experience

Groovin the Moo 2023: your ultimate guide

Welcome to your ultimate Groovin the Moo 2023 guide for the April 23rd music festival being held on Ngambri & Ngunnawal country. The Owl’s Tilly Bell will help you work out which stages to be at and when.Continue readingGroovin the Moo 2023: your ultimate guide