With the scorching heatwave that has just past us, it was a nice breather to get outside again and vibe out at this year’s SummerSalt at Cottesloe Beach. With the perfect weather, a stunning beach setting and an amazing lineup, it’s really hard to go wrong - and boy did it deliver a night to remember.
It’s heartbreaking to admit it, but…The Rise of Skywalker is insincere.
All photos by Patrick Boere.
Underneath the brilliant stylistic choices and captivating melodrama, 1917 is a touching film about the truly destructive repercussions of war and the trauma that is chaotically and senselessly inflicted.
All photos by Patrick Boere.
Moreton has just released a new single touching on the topics on self-importance and compassion called ‘See Yourself’ featuring James Vincent Morrow. The song is accompanied by a music video directed by Mia Forrest who they have worked with on their track ‘Circles’. I talked to vocalist Georgia James Fairfield about the new song, the music video, and the theme of mental health.
All photos by Patrick Boere.
The main stage DJ desk was authoritarian, while the electronic screen at the ‘Warehouse’ made for an optical masterpiece, synchronising with artists while they perform.
From an eccentric and obsessive sound designer to a search for authentic love in an ableist society, and Curtis Taylors’ own 2019 work Yulubidyi – Until The End, these short films are touching explorations of the expression of all kinds of love.
What a warm hug of a movie this is. What it lacks in box-office potential it more than makes up for in heart and soul, and thanks to the two compelling performances by Zack Gottsagen and Shia LeBeouf.
The general sonic aesthetic of the night was filled with grunge, hard rock, elements of punk and metal, an audio palette that blends and ebbs quite nicely.
Mighty Oaks released a music video for their newest single ‘All Things Go’ which describes the story of member Ian Hooper’s parents and how they met in Munich. Their close friend and collaborator, Andrew Saunderson, directed the music video which captures the essence of the song’s feelings of love and connection.
Knives Out has sunk its blade sternly in the heart of audiences and critics alike.
All photos by Patrick Boere.
Having been a fan of Gus’ for a while now, I was eager to attend his concert on Saturday – I’ve listened to a fair few of his songs and have enjoyed watching his artistic music videos, but I was especially curious to see how he presented his groovy music to a live crowd. Needless to say, he fuelled every second of the show with immense passion.
Saturday night was the last show in the Australian leg of Jade Imagine’s debut album tour as well as a massive year of touring with the likes of Stella Donnelly and POND. For this reason – and that they are signed to Courtney Barnett and Jen Clohers’ Milk! Records – I expected a massive vibe from their show at Mojos.
Legendary Australian singer-songwriter Paul Kelly returned to Perth on December 7 for the opening night of his Making Gravy tour, bringing along Marlon Williams, Kate Miller-Heidke and Courtney Barnett in support. This was a concert for everyone in the generation-spanning audience to remember.
Boasting collaborations with the likes of Daniel Caesar, Mac Miller and Kalis Uchis and with their already released singles reaching over 60 million streams, the Free Nationals show that they are so much more than just another band. We had a chat with guitarist Jose Rios on their upcoming self-titled album, Free Nationals.
Gus Dapperton, singer-songwriter from Warwick, NY, has impressed audiences with his trendy pop-style on his latest album “Where Polly People Go to Read”. Dapperton wrote, produced, mixed, and mastered every song on the album, too. His upcoming Australia tour features a stop in Perth at Jack Rabbit Slim’s this upcoming Saturday.
