REVIEWS

Bernard Zuel reviews Olivia Rodrigo’s you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, a clever, understated and quietly impressive album shaped by love, doubt, The Cure and sharp pop instincts.

Matt Jones revisits INXS’ overlooked 1992 album Welcome to Wherever You Are and makes the case for it as the band’s boldest, most adventurous, and perhaps most underrated release. A forgotten gem from one of Australia’s greatest bands.

Less observational, more internal, Courtney Barnett’s Creature of Habit captures the sound of trying to break your own patterns while still trapped inside them.

A deep dive into RAYE’s This Music May Contain Hope — a sprawling, divisive, and dazzling album that turns excess into expression and chaos into something truly compelling.

Matt Corby shares the five albums he can’t live without, from D’Angelo’s deep soul to J Dilla’s dusty genius.

A night of nostalgia, singalongs and beautiful detours as Paul Dempsey brings Shotgun Karaoke Vol. II to Hobart, with heartfelt support from Kaitlin Keegan and a room full of songs, stories and unexpected moments.

Written In Reverb: Annette Geneva descends into Horehound — a dark, immersive exploration of power, desire, and identity...

DMA’S turn the Metro Theatre into a sweat-soaked, Manchester-tinged dream, celebrating Hills End with a crowd that sings every word like it’s their own.

Ecca Vandal returns after nine years with LOOKING FOR PEOPLE TO UNFOLLOW, a fearless, genre-defying album that blends punk, hip-hop, R&B and bhangra into one of 2026's most thrilling releases.

Tim Rogers selects the five albums he can't live without.

Paul Dempsey selects the five albums he can't live without.

Sometimes the best nights are the ones you don’t plan. Neil heads to Lefty’s Music Hall with no expectations and leaves completely won over by Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham.