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Supergirl Doesn’t Need Your Approval

Film Reviews

Rebecca Gisborne reviews Supergirl, finding a superhero film less interested in likability than goodness, agency and the right to be messy.

Ewan Jackson on heartbreak, hindsight and finding comfort in looking back

Heatseekers

Sydney singer-songwriter Ewan Jackson talks heartbreak, hindsight, home recording and the stories behind The World From Here, as his first two EPs come together for the first time on What I've Done So Far.

Twenty Years Wide Awake: A Love Letter to Bright Eyes’ I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning

Column

Bright Eyes’ I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning album cover, used for Annette Geneva’s Written In Reverb column on the beloved 2005 indie-folk record.

Deep Dive

A Waxx Lyrical deep dive into our January 2026 Record of the Month — a record of disconnection, hypnosis and human groove.

Deep Dive

A Waxx Lyrical deep dive into Lykke Li’s Wounded Rhymes — exploring desire, damage, control, and the album that reshaped modern pop heartbreak.

ARTICLES

17 June 2024
Waxx Lyrical presents...

Waxx Lyrical Presents 'The Hardest Line: Midnight Oil' - opening night @ New Farm Cinemas, Brisbane

Over 45 years Midnight Oil helped shape modern Australia. This is their trailblazing story for the first time on film.

27 May 2024
Film Reviews

'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga', One Hell Of A Prequel

Furiosa is a treat for the ears, eyes, and whatever other senses you may be engaging.

26 May 2024
Live Reviews + Photos

Air Live: A Photo Gallery

Never quite off duty, our very own sexy boy Chris Hearles, wasn't scheduled to shoot, but sent us some neat iPhone snaps of Air to show you.

13 May 2024
Interviews

Ayla Offers Stunning New Single From Recently Announced Debut Album

Ayla is the singer's singer and one of the country's most understated writers.

4 June 2024
Album Reviews

Beth Gibbons, 'Lives Outgrown'

Portishead vocalist, Beth Gibbons, has released her debut solo album, 'Lives Outgrown'

27 May 2024
Heatseekers

Introducing Rocket Frog, Brisbane's Newest Agents Of Punk Rock

A new band seemingly subscribing to living in Brisbane, recently released a couple of choice singles in as many months.

23 May 2024
Live Reviews + Photos

Peter Hook & The Light: A Photo Gallery

Peter Hook & The Light made a triumphant return to Australia to perform both New Order and Joy Division’s Substance compilations.

7 May 2024
Album Reviews

Dua Lipa's 'Radical Optimism': Creamy Melodies, Mechanised 80's & French Disco

SONGS TO SING WITH. Songs to dance to. Songs to look up and grin at the sky and say I don’t care, none of this is going to dampen me.

30 May 2024
Record Of The Month Deep Dives

Uncovering the Brighter Side Of Blue: A Closer Look at Babitha's Debut Album

Appearing as if out of nowhere, Babitha (think ‘Tabitha’ with a ‘B’) is the alias of young musician, vocalist, and guitarist Imogen Grist.

27 May 2024
Album Reviews

Billie Eilish, 'Hit Me Hard And Soft' Album Review

It’s unexplored territory and they’ve got plenty of time. And desire. Definitely desire.

20 May 2024
Live Reviews + Photos

Jungle Live: A Dazzling Fusion of Sound and Energy

The set is impossible to flaw, 22 songs in total, all entrenched in the very fabric of 2024 that leaves the audience with post-show jubilati

7 May 2024
Live Reviews + Photos

Stephen Sanchez's Unforgettable and Commanding Live Show Leaves Fans Reeling

Stephen Sanchez and his band are utterly commanding and were from the moment they arrived to the moment they left.

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