Goon Daddy is the veritable Queen of Memes. She has single-handedly captured the essence of so many Perth subcultures which makes her perfect for our Pop Vulture series.
PREVIEW: Lavazza's Italian Film Festival
The Lavazza Italian Film Festival offers Perth audiences the chance to witness 28 of the finest new-age Italian films. With such an array of movie genres there is something for everyone. Be sure not to miss this special event.
PREVIEW: Julien Baker is Set to Enthral Perth in December
Julien Baker is heading our way, playing in Fremantle on December 1. Read all about it here!
CHIP NATION: Going full Galati with Perth's definitive hot chip guide (NSFW)
Earlier this week Bill Murray was spotted eating fries from a stranger's plate- Who would blame him? We've all been there. The consensus at Isolated Nation is that chips are life. Our contributors have thought long and hard about the best chippy destinations and present to you our official guide!
Origin NYE 2016 - Celebrating 10 Years
Since 2007 Origin has grown to become one of Perth’s largest music festivals, and has attracted some of the biggest names in music. Each year Origin has expanded the festival lineup to bring the people of Perth the freshest acts from around the world. Here are just some of the headline acts helping to celebrate 10 year milestone of Origin NYE.
Some Perth hardcore punk bands are playing music to save greyhounds at Jimmy's Den this Saturday
This Saturday August 27, What Counts Promotions is banding together some local hardcore punk/metal acts for a benefit show for Greyhound Adoptions WA at Jimmy's Den.
THE FALLS MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL 2016/17 LINE-UP ANNOUNCEMENT
The Falls Fest line up has been announced. Get all the juice here.
Absorbingly entertaining “The Trembling Giant” is inventive science fiction rooted in thrilling psychological drama
From emerging Perth theatre company Those Who Love You, The Trembling Giant follows the story of two people, Margot and Flint, and their struggle to keep one of the last remaining trees on earth alive inside a bunker in a post-apocalyptic world.
THEATRE NATION: Bell Shakespeare's "Othello" Does Not Disappoint
Bell Shakespeare's Othello is a play never to be forgotten. Surrendering our sense of reality, we were flung into a world of betrayal, love and far too much death; just how Shakespeare likes it.
Bibliophilia Obscura: Ern Malley, Australian Modernism and Continuing Inspiration
This is a story about a dead poet who was posthumously immortalised from obscurity by a rising star with a passion for literature, poetry and art. This is a story of the two men who brought them together. This is the story of the most celebrated Australian poet that never lived and the greatest literary hoax in our history.
LIVE NATION: Listen Out 2016 Preview
Listen Out is Australia’s intelligent dance music event, bringing quality dance music to Perth this spring! Read our preview to the festival here.
VIEWS OF THE MONTH: August edition
August has brought the pop muzak goods with new tracks from artists such as DJ Khaled and JoJo. Read this month's Views of the Month.
The Best and Worst Horror films of 2016 (so far)
It has been rather a mixed bag of horror releases so far in 2016. Our resident horror fanatic Ray Watson has takes stock of the top 5 best and worst horror films we've seen this year.
Cirque Du Soleil returns to Perth in 2017
Cirque du Soleil has announced the return of its trademark blue-and-yellow big top to Perth with an all-new production, KOOZA. A death-defying, colourful homage to the traditions of circus, KOOZA will open on Thursday, April 13 2017 for a limited engagement at Belmont Park Racecourse, Perth.
Falls Festival Ticketing Information
The brand new festival Falls Downtown is coming to Freo early next year. Save the date (Jan 07-08) and read up on ticketing info here.
BIRD WEDNESDAYS: Hussy, Thee Loose Hounds, Rag'n'Bone and Shit Narnia
Our second instalment of "Bird Wednesdays" - a new regular debrief of whats happening at that little bar on William Street.
LIVE NATION: FOAM “I Could Milk Myself” Single Launch Review
Hitting up Mojo’s to commemorate the release of their new single “I Could Milk Myself” the boys from FOAM gave a raucous but super tight performance that bodes well for both their impending Australian tour and debut LP.
With The Band: A Personal Profile on Perth Musician Kopano
"With The Band" is a new feature series profiling local Perth musicians. To kick things off, we have Megan talking all things Kopano.
All about 'The Boys' by Lisa Mitchell
Ten years have passed since Lisa Mitchell was a contestent on Australian Idol. Since then, she has defined herself as a true song writing talent. We explore her new track The Boys, ahead of the release of her new full length.
An Open Letter to My Role Models - (I’ll keep this as short as possible)
Dear Mum. Firstly, please do not take offence. This is not a personal attack on you. I am being in no way spiteful, vindictive or cruel. The simple fact is that you are the closest person to me who exemplifies a recent observation I’ve made.