Bring Me The Horizon – Sempiternal

Let’s start by saying that Bring Me The Horizon used to genuinely rule.

Amongst a sea of emerging screamo bands with cute, heavily tattooed frontmen, from the get-go at their formation in 2006, these guys were known for their energy, heaviness and … Read More

Tyler, The Creator – Wolf

7.8

Strong

For those that have been following Tyler, The Creator since the release of the original OF Tape back in 2010, watching his maturation and development as an artist has provided for one of the most compelling stories in hip hop’s … Read More

Emma Louise – Vs Head Vs Heart

Australia has always had plenty of time for its homegrown indie-pop songstresses, which is evident in success stories like Sarah Blasko, Sia Furler and Missy Higgins.  Cairns-born Emma Louise entered the scene in 2011 through Triple J Unearthed, which saw the release of Jungle, a haunting slow-burner which … Read More

The Script – #3

#3 is the appropriately titled third album from the same band that bought you Breakeven and The Man That Can’t Be Moved. The Script brings a rap-heavy approach to their newest album and has created an altogether exciting if somewhat … Read More

After the Fall – Bittersweet

Australia is renowned for its hardcore scene, with bands such as The Amity Affliction and Parkway Drive driving the scene internationally. Though, rock bands within the country are often quickly to be criticised and dismissed for a variety of reasons, … Read More

Meek Mill – Dreams & Nightmares

5.8

Uninspired

Much like Aziz Ansari, Meek Mill seems to be in a perpetual state of yelling at people. Unfortunately, what proves to be his most distinct characteristic is also his most divisive.

It’s this polarising nature that makes cuts like Maybach Curtains both the best … Read More

Dialect & Despair – Self Evident

7.8

Compelling

Since bursting onto the scene in 2010 with their criminally slept-on debut The Vortex, Dialect & Despair have carved out a loyal following amongst local hip hop heads.

In the wake of their initial release, the duo have gradually increased their profile, resulting … Read More

Stone Sour – House of Gold & Bones: Part 1

When a band has been together for as long as Stone Sour, a sense of cohesion and understanding between band members sets in; often combined with a sense of restlessness, or maybe just a desire to push boundaries a little … Read More

Calvin Harris – 18 Months

Calvin Harris‘ 18 Months is so titled because it’s been 18 months in the making. However, 18 months is a long time, especially in the fast-evolving EDM world, and there is therefore a stark contrast in style between 18 Months and 2009′s Ready … Read More

P.O.S – We Don’t Even Live Here

With an unlikely punk rock past, hip-hop artist P.O.S has delivered an emotional and aggressive album with his latest release We Don’t Even Live Here. With synths and electronic elements at every turn, P.O.S’s fourth studio LP highlights his softer … Read More