DEEP DIVES
DEEP DIVES
Talking all things ‘SPY’ ahead of their AU Tour this August
Last Ride Records presents: SPY (USA) live in Australia. Bay Area hardcore punk band Spy will head down to Australia for the first time in August 2024, fresh off the back of their 2023 "Satisfaction" LP. Released through hardcore tastemaker Triple-B Records, the LP is 10 tracks of fast, gross hardcore punk, with support from Australian Hardcore bands The Chain & Engage
Speaking with ‘FULL OF HELL’ ahead of their AU Tour with THOU!
I've had the pleasure of seeing Full of Hell numerous times over the years—in record stores in Sydney, skate warehouses in Toronto, and even on larger stages in the USA back in the early 2010s
Rum Jungle announces Regional AU Tour + Interview
We sat down with Rum Jungle, and had a chat about their upcoming extensive regional tour, After touring the United Kingdom and Europe and releasing their single ‘Did The Morning Let You Down’
The Newcastle-based four-piece band will visit 22 cities across Australia, including Adelaide, the Gold Coast, Wagga Wagga, Townsville, and Torquay — The tour follows the release of their latest single "Did The Morning Let You Down" and their hit EP "Hold Me In The Water," which saw them reaching new heights by selling out their biggest shows in capital cities and recently in the UK.
Office Albums of the Week - Tina Edition
Here’s some of Tina’s favourite albums of all time!
Cancer Bats Return to Australia for 2024 National Tour + INTERVIEW with Liam
Canadian hardcore punk legends Cancer Bats are set to make a return to Australian shores for the first time since 2019. The band will embark on an eight-date national tour, thrilling fans across the country.
We caught up with Liam from the band for a chat about the upcoming AU Tour, Bat Sabbath, and more!
The tour kicks off on June 13th in Brisbane and includes stops in Newcastle, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Adelaide. This tour supports their latest LP, 'Psychic Jailbreak,' released in 2022. The album, their seventh studio effort, marks a new chapter for the band, created as a three-piece following the departure of founding member and guitarist Scott Middleton, all while navigating the challenges of the global pandemic.
Kevin Devine's AU Return: To Tour Australia After a Decade
For the first time since 2014, New York singer-songwriter Kevin Devine is set to make his long-awaited return to Australia. This highly anticipated acoustic headline tour will see Devine performing in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Proudly presented by Destroy All Lines, the tour promises to be an intimate experience for fans who have missed his poignant lyrics and heartfelt performances.
Office Tracks of the Week
Want to discover some new music? Need some new songs to add to your playlist? This is what SUBCULTURE is listening to this week!
Exploring 'Webbed Wing': An Interview with Taylor Madison (Superheaven/ex Daylight)
Having followed Taylor's musical endeavors for several years, I recently had the opportunity to catch up with him to delve deeper into the world of Webbed Wing and gain further insight into the project.
Office Tracks of the Week
Want to discover some new music? Need some new songs to add to your playlist? This is what SUBCULTURE is listening to this week!
Through Ainsley Farrell's "Dirt" + Interview
As a music enthusiast and writer, I encounter unexpected discoveries and chance meetings regularly. One such instance arose when an old acquaintance reintroduced me to the captivating melodies of Ainsley Farrell. Little did I anticipate that this reunion would lead to hosting Ainsley and her exceptional ensemble at a Live Session @ Tiki La La several months later.
We sat down and discussed important of Music Community, Production, among other things!
Swapmeet Explores Depths with "Oxalis": Navigating Emotional Terrain + Interview
Swapmeet, formerly known as Sour Sob, hails from the vibrant music scene of Adelaide, nestled on unceded Kaurna land. Their latest EP, 'Oxalis', is a testament to their evolving energy and aesthetics. The band's sonic tapestry weaves indie rock roots with a penchant for sonic experimentation and a punk ethos. Their live performances are renowned for their playful chaos, making them a staple in Adelaide's music circuit.
GIMMY Redefines Taboos in 'Bathrooms'
Apparently you spend up to 92 Hours in your Lifetime in The Bathroom — So we caught up with GIMMY to learn more about their latest single and their upcoming record
Secret Sect. Chapter Five: the Daisy Shack - Vote Here!
Vote here for your favourite act from Secret Sect. Chapter Five!
Interview with Council Grounds
Emerging from a perpetual state of creative discontent and a disregard for conventional success, Council Grounds embarks on a sonic journey aimed at dismantling the tired norms of alternative rock. Their arsenal of drums, bass, and fuzz-laden guitars provides a sturdy foundation, while their impassioned melodies teeter on the edge between dreamy indie-pop and raw post-punk fervor. Lyrically, they spare no punches, delivering a narrative drenched in unfiltered authenticity, capturing the essence of a life that's both aimless and profoundly human amidst the chaos
IN THE SHADOW OF IT ALL - THE NEW EP FROM SYDNEY/EORA PUNK & ROLL BAND ‘MAC THE KNIFE’
If anyone can get us in contact with Idles, hit us up! Would be the dream to support them when they come back next year. We are willing to sell our soul.
Office Tracks of the Week
Want to discover some new music? Need some new songs to add to your playlist? This is what SUBCULTURE is listening to this week!
Interview with Naarm/Melbourne band ‘Garage Sale’ about their new single ‘Movie’
Interview with Garage Sale — ‘Finding love for each other in the softer moments, built for the honest and earnest’
Post-Release Interview, “Serpent Season One” - Hydra Fashion Week - A Deep Dive
When this album started, I was really into experimental post-punk groups like “The Pop Group” and ‘James Chance & The Off-Whites’, and I was also very inspired by Miles Davis’ early 70s records. Particularly “On The Corner”. There’s freewheeling nature to that music that feels so open and untethered, yet also so groovy. Great rhythms!
More recently I have been listening to a lot of progressive rap like ‘Playboi Carti’ and hyper-pop like ‘100 Gecs’ and ‘SOPHIE’