Q+A With Melbourne SKA Orchestra
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Q+A With Melbourne SKA Orchestra

With seven full-length albums, three international tours, two ARIA awards wins and millions of worldwide streams under their belts, the Melbourne Ska Orchestra bring a fresh twist to the world of ska with a…
Album Review: Boston Manor – Sundiver
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Album Review: Boston Manor – Sundiver

Artist: Boston ManorAlbum: SundiverLabel: SharpTone RecordsRelease Date: 6 September 2024Reviewer: Andrew Treadwell Boston Manor's latest release, Sundiver, serves as a bright and reflective counterpoint to their 2022 concept album, Datura.…
Live Review: Amaranthe – Brisbane 2024
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Live Review: Amaranthe – Brisbane 2024

HEADLINER: AMARANTHESUPPORT: KRAVEDATE: SEPTEMBER 1ST 2024REVIEWER: MERT TYSONPHOTOGRAPHER: MERT TYSON PHOTOGRAPHY We were in for a treat at the final show of the Australian tour with Amaranthe, featuring the amazing…
Q+A: Bully Hay
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Q+A: Bully Hay

Undulating and revitalising, the brand new single Wash Off The World out today from Tasmanian singer-songwriter Bully Hay drives home a message of empowerment and inspiration, topped off with the…
Q+A: Quinny
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Q+A: Quinny

Scottish-born, Melbourne-based artist Quinny weaves warmth into wistful, driving indie folk via his brand new single Settlers out in the world today. Previously renowned for his tongue-in-cheek Christmas sonic creations,…
Q+A: Presley Davis Jr.
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Q+A: Presley Davis Jr.

A sentimental jazz song, a country ode to heartache and a sultry soul gem collide today in another trifecta single release from singer-songwriter, actor and creative cauldron Presley Davis Jr.…
Q+A With Chutney
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Q+A With Chutney

Britney Spears and Beethoven collide in dark and beautiful whimsy today in the hands of Sydney klezmer punk collective CHUTNEY. Teaming up with The Potbelleez vocalist Ilan Kidron on guest…
Podcast: Episode 182 – Lucas Stone
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Podcast: Episode 182 – Lucas Stone

Thanks for joining us for episode 182, where we talk to Wollongong-born, Gold Coast-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist Lucas Stone. https://youtu.be/aFyC6FrFhxw Currently holding down dual roles as vocalist, guitarist and…
News: Melt 2024 – First Program Announcement
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News: Melt 2024 – First Program Announcement

Brisbane Powerhouse presents...MELTFIRST PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT23 October – 10 November 2024ON SALE AT 10AM TODAY! Brisbane Powerhouse is thrilled to announce the first round of acts that are set to perform…
Q+A With Gavin Mac
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Q+A With Gavin Mac

A swaggering alt country ode to misadventures, the brand new single Sideswiped out today from Sydney-based country sensation Gavin Mac is a slick follow up from Mac’s 2023 trio of…
Tours: Froth And Fury Festival Announced
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Tours: Froth And Fury Festival Announced

️ 𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗗! & 𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗗!  𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗛 & 𝗙𝗨𝗥𝗬 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗜S 𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘! After countless nights fueled by the strongest of ales and the heaviest of riffs, it's alive... 𝗜𝗧'𝗦 𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘! Behold! on…
Live Review: Missy Higgins – Brisbane 2024
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Live Review: Missy Higgins – Brisbane 2024

ARTIST : MISSY HIGGINSDATE: 23RD MAY 2024VENUE: CONCERT THEATRE, QPAC BRISBANEREVIEWER: HAYLEY TREADWELL - REAL WOMAN REAL REVIEWPHOTOGRAPHER: ANDREW TREADWELL - ANDREW TREADWELL PHOTOGRAPHY  Thursday night Brisbane was treated to the…
Q + A With Greg Gould
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Q + A With Greg Gould

Primal, moody and inescapably moving, the powerful new single Who Gave You Permission? out today from Australian powerhouse Greg Gould is a potent blend of pop, soul and searing intimacy.…
Live Review: Filter – Brisbane 2024
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Live Review: Filter – Brisbane 2024

HEADLINER: FILTERSUPPORT: BLACK SMOKE TRIGGERDATE: APRIL 7TH 2024VENUE: THE TRIFFID, BRISBANEREVIEWER: MERT TYSONPHOTOGRAPHER: MERT TYSON (MERT TYSON PHOTOGRAPHY) Last night was a pleasure to see not only one of my…
Tours: Announces 50th Anniversary of the album BURN Australian Tour
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Tours: Announces 50th Anniversary of the album BURN Australian Tour

Glenn Hughes Performs Classic Deep Purple Live - Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the album BURN Hardline Media are thrilled to present 'Glenn Hughes Performs Classic Deep Purple Live - Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the album BURN’, set for a run of shows in Australia in October 2024. Glenn Hughes, the former bassist, and singer of Deep Purple, known…
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Live Review: Halestorm, Skindred And Reliqa – Brisbane

ARTISTS: HALESTORM. SKINDRED, AND RELIQAVENUE: THE PRINCESS THEATRE, BRISBANEDATE: 26TH MARCH 2024PHOTOGRAPHER: CHARLYN CAMERONREVIEWER: CHARLYN CAMERON HEADLINER: HALESTORMSUPPORTS: SKINDRED AND RELIQADATE: MARCH 26TH 2024REVIEWER: CHARLYN CAMERONPHOTOGRAPHER CHARLYN CAMERON A Night…
Festival Review: Knotfest 2024
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Festival Review: Knotfest 2024

FESTIVAL: KNOTFESTVENUE: BRISBANE SHOWGROUNDSDATE: 24TH MARCH 2023REVIEWER: HEAR 2 ZEN STAFFPHOTOGRAPHER: CHARLYN CAMERON Three words sum up this year's Knotfest (or any other festival for that matter), expect the unexpected. …
News: Open Season 2024 Lineup Announcement
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News: Open Season 2024 Lineup Announcement

The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre present…OPEN SEASON 2024LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENTFeaturing Explosions in the Sky, INIKO debut Aus show, Sky Ferreira, Yves TumorBlak Day Out ft. Emma Donovan + 3%Elefant Traks…
Live Review: Summersalt Festival – Bribie Island
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Live Review: Summersalt Festival – Bribie Island

ARTISTS: JAMES BAY, MATT CORBY, JOHN BUTLER, THELMA PLUM, KITA ALEXANDER, MIA WRAYVENUE: SANDSTONE POINT HOTEL, BRIBIE ISLANDDATE: MARCH 23RD 2024PHOTOGRAPHER: ANDREW TREADWELL PHOTOGRAPHYREVIEWER: HAYLEY TREADWELL (REALWOMAN_REALREVIEW) From the moment…
Live Review: Taylor Acorn – Brisbane
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Live Review: Taylor Acorn – Brisbane

ARTISTS: FRIENDS OF FRIENDS / CHEZ / TAYLOR ACCORNDATE: 9TH MARCH 2024VENUE: THE ZOO, BRISBANEPHOTOGRAPHER: MAXINE THOMAS - CAPTURED HIGHNOTESREVIEWER: MAXINE THOMAS Taylor Acorn’s debut in Australia with her ‘Good…
Q + A With Charlie Lane
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Q + A With Charlie Lane

An edgy and propulsive new sonic delight from Melbourne singer-songwriter Charlie Lane, the single Gold Drips out today meshes layers of indie pop and rock edges with some new wave…
Q + A With Pete Williamson From Mammal
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Q + A With Pete Williamson From Mammal

Bringing the noise and funk in incomparable Mammal fashion, the Narrm neo punk/funk warriors return today with a swaggering new single The Penny Drop. Launching with a free show at…
Q + A With Sainthill
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Q + A With Sainthill

First up, can you please give us a quick intro? I’m Sainthill (aka Tom Larkey) a Melbourne-based, Hobart-born musician raised on a steady diet of Bruce Springsteen courtesy of my…
Q + A With Emma Yue
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Q + A With Emma Yue

Hey there, my name is Emma!! I’m a songwriter based in Naarm (Melbourne) and I own too many candles. I write songs because I feel things and want to (hopefully)…
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Live Review: Taylor Swift – Brisbane 2018

Artist: Taylor Swift with support from Charlie XCX and BroodsDate: 6th November 2018Venue: The Gabba, BrisbaneReviewer: Hayley TreadwellPhotos: Courtesy of TAS Rights Management Premium PR As you walked into The Gabba for the 50th show of the ‘Reputation’…
Q+A with goodthankyou
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Q+A with goodthankyou

Hi, thanks for taking the time to chat with Hear 2 Zen, what have you been up to today? I went to work (I write ads), snuck out early to…
News: Bad Wolves Release New Track Knife
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News: Bad Wolves Release New Track Knife

BAD WOLVES  Release Piercing New Single “Knife”  Featuring Scream Vocals From New Band Member AJ Rebollo (Ex-Issues) Platinum-certified hard rock outfit BAD WOLVES have sharpened their sound with the scathing new single “Knife,”…
News: Bruce Dickinson Drops New Single, ‘Rain On The Graves’ New Solo Album, The Mandrake Project, Out March 1