Superb vocals guide us into the sound of Farhad and Tubby in a way that quickly draws focus towards the purpose of the music above all else.
Pop Rock
Gifting listeners the perfect indie ambiances to escape into, and a series of contemplative moments of depth should they choose to listen a little more closely, One City One-Love makes for a sublime collection.
Pianist and songwriter Marshall Oakman celebrates the female half of the population with a colourful pop-rock anthem of timeless presence and topical optimism.
Dark poetry and emo-rock vocals seductively blend the contemporary scene’s tone with a strangely captivating lyrical backbone – Neil Stevenson’s debut EP seeks out beauty in times of struggle
Driving with pop-rock sensibilities and smooth, softly expressive vocals, there’s a refreshingly clean mix to the track, and a clear strength of songwriting that shines with increasing brightness throughout.
These songs promise connection and escapism all at once, and that’s the strength of the writing – whether a full band set-up or just a man and his guitar, the message is clear, and the music works its magic.
Stylish from the outside, deeply revealing and honest underneath this, recognisable in voice both through the tone and the very sentiments of the writing – I Don’t Need stands out well.
Brisbane family-act Bare Beets offer up a bass-heavy, organic yet colourful arrangement and catchy songwriting as their brand new single I Bet hits the scene.
Featuring lyrical optimism and vocal brightness, the single introduces The Steadies as unconfined by genre – led by a distinct passion for music in all of its forms.
Colourful as ever and still quickly recognisable in their paired vocal tones and the retro pop-rock nature of their writing.
You’re on a journey, listening, but also weaving in your own memories and sense of nostalgia, of longing for the carefree days and considering the painful ache of regret all at once.
Crisp and clean guitar work guides us into a riff-strong and partly acoustic alt-rock anthem from emotive songwriter David Brookings, as the melodically seductive and poignant Hard Times pours through.