Blackfox’s Latest Album ‘Blackfox4’
"Blackfox’s Latest Album ‘Blackfox4’"
Atlanta indie rock veterans Blackfox return with their fourth album, 4, a dynamic journey across alternative rock, new wave, punk, power pop, and prog. Built on driving guitars, soaring vocals, and atmospheric keys, the record delivers both punch and depth.
Song Descriptions
Beaming – A guitar and vocal powerhouse penned by Andy Gish.
Bring Your Fire / Jump – Punk-leaning, dance-ready tracks with an ‘80s edge.
Goodbye This Time – California-tinged breakup song with Monica Arrington’s standout vocal.
She Died Inside – Smart ‘80s power pop, in the vein of Joe Jackson, Elvis Costello, Squeeze.
Strangers – Atmospheric and heavy, a Pink Floyd-style homage.
Sacred – Dual-vocal prog romp shifting between 6/8 and 4/4.
Blackfox plays sludgy, guitar-driven rock rooted in a grungy blues that’s dirty yet melodic. Their songs veer from sinister heaviness to melodic clarity, moving through hard-rocking punk energy, acoustic-driven ballads, and psych-ambient explorations.
Led by veteran multi-instrumentalist and sonic visionary Stacey Cargal, the band blends garage, blues, gospel, and country influences with elements of noise and space rock. Each track feels lived-in and dangerous, crafted with the confidence earned from years in the trenches.
Dark, eerie, and defiantly unclassifiable, Blackfox keeps listeners on edge while delivering a deeply satisfying, unapologetically raw musical experience.
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Jack Nolan Releases Single ‘Extraordinary’
"Jack Nolan Releases Single ‘Extraordinary’"
Jack Nolan’s “Extraordinary” is a poignant reflection on a cherished, absent individual, born from lingering affection and regret. It explores unfulfilled plans and enduring memories. The song originated from an accomplished finger-picking guitar part, which then inspired an impeccable orchestral arrangement and a haunting piano melody, crafting a powerful statement. Recorded at Nashville’s Curb Studios with producer Justin Weaver, the process captured its raw vulnerability and sophisticated musicality. “Extraordinary” stands as a timeless masterclass in songwriting, showcasing Nolan’s signature ambiguous storytelling and universal themes of love, loss, and connection.
Jack Nolan was thinking, of that first moment, when songwriting suddenly felt possible, when the penny dropped. “In my mid-teens, sitting alone on my bed, acoustic guitar in hand, trying to get it all happening, when I realised – these greats I love, Dylan, Bowie, Pink Floyd et al are playing all the same chords I’m playing” he says nostalgically “I could do this too – It was one of those split seconds that can alter your life, floored by the possibilities, the potential of music.”
On Nolan’s new album, The Lonely Petunia, he went to find that boy again, to honour that moment, that subliminal decision with his acoustic guitar.
Recorded in Nashville, “The Lonely Petunia” marks the eighth solo album by the Sydneysider. This intimate acoustic journey showcases the artist’s signature lyrical depth. Lush strings and piano add depth and character to Jack’s trademark storytelling. The album was produced by Justin Weaver, an American musician and producer celebrated for his collaborations with, amongst others, Wynona Judd and The Chicks. Nolan describes Weaver as a musical comrade, highlighting the great working partnership that spans over five albums.
Based in Sydney, Jack has been performing and releasing music and albums since the mid-1990s. In addition to an eight-album solo catalogue, Jack also fronted the Kelly Gang, alongside Rick Grossman, bassist for the Divinyls and Hoodoo Gurus, and Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst and guitarist Martin Rotsey. Their 2004 album, “Looking for the Sun,” remains a hidden gem, featuring an incredible lineup of musicians that delivered passionate and energetic live performances of the time.
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The Stomp’n Ramblers Release Single ‘Kick’n Stones’
"The Stomp’n Ramblers Release Single ‘Kick’n Stones’"
Kick’n Stones marks the third release from the Stomp’n Ramblers’ debut album. Riding a smooth, bluesy stomp, the track weaves together harmonica & slide guitar with its reflective message. A reminder that holding onto the past can weigh us down, and sometimes, the only way forward is to let go.
Quote “There’s always that one song that shows up just before you record an album — and you have to make the decision to let something else go. This was that song. We just had a solid session where things came together naturally, and we were feeling pretty positive. The lyrics came from a chance meeting years ago Stoney had with a guy in Brazil – when asked what he’d been up to, replied, ‘Not much, just kick’n stones’ – that simple phrase stuck, and it ended up fitting perfectly with feel of this track.”
The Stomp’n Ramblers is Owen Mancell on slide guitar/stomp box/vocals and Ryan Stone on harmonica. With a sound steeped in the raw spirit of Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee, they draw influences from The Backsliders, RL Burnside and Muddy Waters to deliver an eclectic blend of vintage blues with contemporary storytelling.
Owen’s soulful voice brings a deep emotional edge to their music, carrying the weight and warmth of old-school blues with every note. Paired with Ryan’s electrifying harmonica work, the duo channels a sound that feels timeless and unique.
As seasoned performers on the live circuit, The Stomp’n Ramblers have shared stages with acclaimed acts like Sons of the East, 19 Twenty, and Nathan Cavaleri.
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The Sheyana Band Release Single ‘Forth Valley Blues’
"The Sheyana Band Release Single ‘Forth Valley Blues’"
Nestled by the bridge over Forth River, the iconic Forth Valley Blues Festival was born in 1997 in a picturesque little town called Forth on the North West Coast of Tasmania. It came into being due to a growing popularity for blues bands drawing huge crowds at The Forth Pub.
Forth Valley Blues Festival saw a local community working together to create an opportunity for local talent to share the stage with Australian & International legends. Having been invited to perform at the festival on 4 separate occasions the inspiration for this track came from the joy, the journey this exciting community event.
The Sheyana Band fuse Aussie Rhythm, Soul & Rock, Southern Country Pop, Americana inspired Roots & Blues with edgy Funk ’n’ Groove. Together they deliver passion, powerhouse vocals and brilliant musicianship, showcasing an extensive repertoire of golden hits and award winning originals. From the moment you hear the first song from the Sheyana Band, you will be impressed. This talented band, influenced by the classics, draw inspiration from their deep Tasmanian roots.
London born, Tasmanian based, singer-songwriter Sheyana has been hooked on music since her early childhood. The soulful Celtic/Sri Lankan storyteller is perfectly complimented by her stellar band, featuring Tassie’s finest musicians, with respected guitarist/vocalist Wayne Rand, seasoned, rock solid bassist Dan Jeffrey, and the mighty Leigh Hill on drums/vocals.
The Sheyana Band was honoured with the prestigious 2018 Chris Wilson Award for ‘Emerging Act of the Year’ from the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society. Sheyana’s songwriting has scored national and international awards and previous and current singles have reached top 10 on the charts on YESFM Sri Lanka radio in 2015 & 2023.
Receiving national & international recognition & airplay, their captivating live shows have seen them share the stage with Australia’s finest including Mark Seymour & The Undertow, Ross Wilson & The Peaceniks, Joe Camelleri & The Black Sorrows, Deborah Conway, Hoodoo Gurus, Neil Finn, Meg Mac, Superjesus, Mojo Juju, Gang of Youths, Diesel, Renee Geyer, The Angels, Kevin Borich, Ian Moss, Bill Chambers & Fanny Lumsden.
October 2024 saw the band do an extensive tour of Sri Lanka and 2025 is looking very exciting with many Australian Festival performances in 2025/2026 already booked.
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Silphie Releases Single ‘Si Tu’
"Silphie Releases Single ‘Si Tu’"
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Si tu meaning ‘if you’ is the 4th poem in the Garland of 6 poems written by Sulpicia. Sulpicia has a deadly fever, and in essence says: ‘if you love me I will surely live!’. The music creates more movement in the last verse expressing optimism as Sulpicia ultimately recovers and is reunited with her secret lover Cerinthius in the next poem.
Michaele Archer is an Australian classically trained singer and composer and has performed nationally and internationally in Opera, Oratorio and concert. Michaele loves collaboration and unusual projects and highlights have included performances of “Brackish Songs” by indigenous composer Christopher Sainsbury and the first live performances of Schubert’s “Erlking” with a sand animation by Californian creator Benny Zelkowicz. Her original recording project “Galatea” was released in 2019.
Silphie is a collaboration with Michaele Archer (composer/vocal and harmonium), Rachel Whealy (cello), Giuseppe Zangari (guitar) and Gab Stelle (viola). The name Silphie comes from the ancient world’s herb Silphium which was used for everything from perfume and cooking to medicine. The latest recording project by Silphie, “Garland, the love poems of Sulpicia” is inspired by rich, raw sounds of analogue, alto instruments and ancient Latin poetry.
Sulpicia is a female voice that was lost for many years and her 6 love poems form the text for this project. Sulpicia lived around the time of Augustus in the first century BCE and her work is one of very few written by a Roman woman to survive. Her poems were published in a collection by the Roman male poet Tibullus and were originally attributed to him. Sulpicia’s Garland of poems tells the story of a secret love affair.
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Lynn Tredeau Releases Album ‘Time Dances Past’
"Lynn Tredeau Releases Album ‘Time Dances Past’"
“Lynn has a velvety, expressive touch on the piano keys that perfectly suits this gentle, dreamy music.” – Kathy Parsons, Mainly Piano
“She has a style that is, both gentle, but artistically clever” – Steve Sheppard from One World Music Radio
“Melodically soul capturing” – Jonathan Widran of The JW Vibe
A message from Lynn about “Time Dances Past”
“Time Dances Past” evokes the reality of an unstoppable passage of time and the silent ballet of moments slipping through our lives. Each step is a memory and each twirl a season gone by. There is a bittersweet beauty of how life leaves behind footprints made of shadows and light. I share my tales of wonder and melancholy to remind us all that while we cannot hold on to time, we can feel its rhythm every day of our lives. I am so very grateful to my family, friends & fans. Your continued support inspires the music, gives meaning to the journey, and keeps me grounded. A special thank you to all the generous members of my musical family for being there to listen and sometimes give a little push.
Described as “both gentle and artistically clever” (Steve Sheppard, One World Music Radio), and lauded with “the art of sharing emotion has to be one of this artist’s greatest talents,” (Dana Wright, New Age Music Reviews), pianist and composer Lynn Tredeau is an artist heralded for her depth of emotional storytelling. A master of solo piano, Tredeau has won multiple accolades testifying to both her prowess and ability to connect to an audience, including Enlightened Piano’s Best Holiday Album (2016), Zone Music Reporter’s Best Solo Piano Album (2018) & (2019), and holding long standing top 10 positions in the charts across a plethora of radio stations.
Equipped with her technical proficiency and inspired by experiences with a variety of places, people, and events, Tredeau crafted statements of sonic expression rich with emotional integrity. This compositional process culminated in the release of her debut solo album, Echoes of Life (2015). Energized by its success, Tredeau proceeded to release nine albums in the course of the next eight years, charting #1 on One World Music Radio (2015), holding a top 10 position at OWMR for eight consecutive months (2016), and reaching #7 worldwide with her fifth album, Fellowship of Solitude (2018). Both Fellowship of Solitude and its successor, All the Pieces (2019) earned Zone Music Reporter’s Best Solo Piano Album award. Other notable solo piano releases include Many Branches awarded Best Solo Piano Album (2023), and multiple nominations received by A Quiet Path (2021) and Reflection (2022) for Solo Piano Album of the Year – a testament to the consistency of Tredeau’s brilliance.
Tredeau’s compositional ability continues to be showcased with her 11th album, Time Dances Past. Her talents are also being featured in several other collaborative projects coming later in 2025. Each of these musical endeavours celebrate her creative vision and desire of sharing the music yet to be.
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Jack Nolan Releases Single ‘Craw’
"Jack Nolan Releases Single ‘Craw’"
Jack Nolan’s “Craw” is a potent critique of political hypocrisy (“one rule for us, one rule for them”). Its minor-key acoustic swing and upright piano evoke a raw, barroom feel. Nolan’s lyrics, “Run the rabbit / Run the preacher / Run the whore / Run the sirens / Run the law / It gets in my craw,” convey deep frustration with systemic injustice. Recorded at Nashville’s Curb Studios with musical partner & producer Justin Weaver, “Craw” showcases their collaborative strength, proving a powerful sound needs only vision, not a large team.
Jack Nolan was thinking, of that first moment, when songwriting suddenly felt possible, when the penny dropped. “In my mid-teens, sitting alone on my bed, acoustic guitar in hand, trying to get it all happening, when I realised – these greats I love, Dylan, Bowie, Pink Floyd et al are playing all the same chords I’m playing” he says nostalgically “I could do this too – It was one of those split seconds that can alter your life, floored by the possibilities, the potential of music.”
On Nolan’s new album, The Lonely Petunia, he went to find that boy again, to honour that moment, that subliminal decision with his acoustic guitar.
Recorded in Nashville, “The Lonely Petunia” marks the eighth solo album by the Sydneysider. This intimate acoustic journey showcases the artist’s signature lyrical depth. Lush strings and piano add depth and character to Jack’s trademark storytelling. The album was produced by Justin Weaver, an American musician and producer celebrated for his collaborations with, amongst others, Wynona Judd and The Chicks. Nolan describes Weaver as a musical comrade, highlighting the great working partnership that spans over five albums.
Based in Sydney, Jack has been performing and releasing music and albums since the mid-1990s. In addition to an eight-album solo catalogue, Jack also fronted the Kelly Gang, alongside Rick Grossman, bassist for the Divinyls and Hoodoo Gurus, and Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst and guitarist Martin Rotsey. Their 2004 album, “Looking for the Sun,” remains a hidden gem, featuring an incredible lineup of musicians that delivered passionate and energetic live performances of the time.
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The DK Effect Release Single ‘Don’t Take Too Long’
"The DK Effect Release Single ‘Don’t Take Too Long’"
Don’t Take Too Long is the story of someone coping with emotional issues using pharmaceutical solutions. They know it’s not a permanent fix and recognise the long-term cost, but can’t find, or don’t want to find an alternative. They’re happy to continue along the uncertain path for as long as fate and finance allows.
The second release from a suite of five recorded at Frying Pan Studio in the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Tasmania. Call and response is a strong feature of this song which is a crowd favourite at gigs. The simple arrangement and contrast between verse and chorus allows room for the track to reach a satisfying crescendo.
The DK Effect are an original 9-piece soul, funk and RnB band known for their four powerhouse vocalists, rich storytelling, melodic harmonies, and the passionate, polyrhythmic ‘call and response’ vocal synchronicity inspired by gospel music.
Their debut album, ‘Moving Time’, showcased their diverse repertoire and was expertly mastered by Grammy Award-winning Dave Darlington in New York. The album spent two months in the TOP 10 of the Australian Blues and Roots Airplay Charts.
Writing and recording their second album was taking longer than they had hoped, so the decision was made to record some of their more established tracks at Frying Pan Studio in the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Tasmania.
The band has performed at numerous Tasmanian venues such as MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), Altar, The Moonah Arts Centre, Kickstart Arts, Salamanca Arts Centre, The Clarence Jazz Festival, The Playhouse Theatre, The Taste of Tasmania Festival, Rektango, the Uni Bar, Street Eats Franko, and the Republic Bar.
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The Stomp’n Ramblers Release Single ‘Way Back Home’
"The Stomp’n Ramblers Release Single ‘Way Back Home’"
Way Back Home is the second release from The Stomp’n Ramblers’ forthcoming debut album. Driven by a lively jump blues groove, the song tells a feel-good story about missing friends and the excitement of returning to the people who matter most. It’s a toe-tapping tribute to the warmth of home and the joy of coming back to where you belong.
The Stomp’n Ramblers is Owen Mancell on slide guitar/stomp box/vocals and Ryan Stone on harmonica. With a sound steeped in the raw spirit of Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee, they draw influences from The Backsliders, RL Burnside and Muddy Waters to deliver an eclectic blend of vintage blues with contemporary storytelling.
Owen’s soulful voice brings a deep emotional edge to their music, carrying the weight and warmth of old-school blues with every note. Paired with Ryan’s electrifying harmonica work, the duo channels a sound that feels timeless and unique.
As seasoned performers on the live circuit, The Stomp’n Ramblers have shared stages with acclaimed acts like Sons of the East, 19 Twenty, and Nathan Cavaleri.
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