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New Music Monday Chats with Kevin Silvester

Taking the listener on a raw, cathartic pop-rock journey, @kevinsilvestermusic has just released his debut EP ‘O2’!

NMM spoke to Kevin all about ‘O2’, from its writing and production process, the double meaning of its title and the sonic/thematic inspirations within the tracks.

Kevin is set to perform the EP in full FOR THE FIRST TIME, on Friday the 18th of July at The Toff in Melbourne, which he says is set to be one of the most electric shows he’s ever played!

What MyConnect isn't telling you  | CHOICE

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After signing her new lease back in February, Melbourne renter Kirsty received a text from MyConnect and a missed call.

When she rang back she got the impression that the service was associated with the real estate agency, but later discovered it was a separate company offering "assistance" to connect her energy and internet.

Her information had been passed on to MyConnect by her...

Illegal tanning nasal sprays being pushed by social media influencers | CHOICE

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Australia is the skin cancer capital of the world, but despite strong messages about the risks, young people are increasingly engaging in tanning culture in new and dangerous ways.

Influencers promoting tanning nasal sprays are popping up on the social media feeds of people around the world, especially targeted at teens and young people – including Gen Z Australians.

Tanning nasal...

The Push’s All Ages Tour Touches Down in Geelong

Bringing big Aussie names and giving a spotlight to local artists, The Pushes All Ages Tour hit Geelong, featuring some of the most exciting new up-and-coming talent.
As part of Always Live 2024, youth music organisation The Push brought big names to parts of regional Victoria, opening up the opportunity for people of all ages to enjoy and experience the thrill of live music.
Opening the show was triple j Unearthed competition winner Wild Gloriosa whose spellbinding vocal runs were sent straight...

Maizie Interview — Futuremag Music

Interview by Molly Inglis.Drawing inspiration from the beloved pop punk anthems of the 2000s, Maizie, a band based in Naarm/Melbourne, has dropped their latest track, Make Believe.Following the release of their debut EP earlier this year, the trio, Maya Ostrowski, Hayden Overend, and Jed Pagtakhan is back with a high-energy track that captures the intense highs and lows of ending a thrilling, yet turbulent relationship.With its fast-paced beat and electrifying lyrics, Make Believe is sure to get...

DICE Midnight Zoo Album Review — Futuremag Music

Words by Molly Inglis.Kicking down the door to their new era, DICE’s debut record Midnight Zoo, see’s the band explore complex themes, and sonically debut a new mature DICE sound. After the band’s debut single back in 2021, there's been no signs of slowing down for the DICE boys out of WA, made up of Ben Hodge, Tom King, Regan Beazley and Sam Barrett-Lennard. Playing iconic Aussie Festivals such as Splendour In the Grass, a run of sold-out shows across the country, and even earning themselves a...

Ra Ra Viper Big Speak Album Review — Futuremag Music

Big Speak is the band’s debut record, having pushed themselves to experiment with technical arrangements, whilst incorporating the electric energy of the band’s live performances throughout the album. Ra Ra Viper is a band I’ve had my eye on for a while now ever since the release of the track Tora, and Big Speak has been a highly anticipated album for myself. The album kicks off with the tracks After the Show and Pinkies, with Pinkies being a track birthed from a demo, inspired by the instrument...

Slowly Slowly Forgiving Spree Album Review — Futuremag Music

Words by Molly Inglis.An album challenging the concept of forgiveness whilst serving us a classic mix of 80’s rock and pop inspired love songs, you can’t help but sing along to.With sold-out tours across the country and four albums already under their belts, Slowly Slowly is back and better than ever, with their fifth studio album, Forgiving Spree.Forgiving Spree sees the four-piece from Melbourne (Ben Stewart, Alex Quayle, Patrick Murphy and Albert Doan), draw on touring their last album, Daisy...