Of Montreal - Skeletal Lamping
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Of Montreal may have canned the trauma, but 'Skeletal Lamping' is still an album that is hard-wired to the eccentric brain of Kevin Barnes.
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Rick Astley the Best Act Ever?
Hearted last month on the 10th
From a mind-boggling pool of nominees, LOL-phenomenon Rick Astley was named Best Act Ever at MTV’s European Music Awards.
Kaiser Chiefs - Off With Their Heads
Hearted last month on the 6th
Kaiser Chiefs are renowned for their jukebox hits, yet 'Off With Their Heads' is a waste of at least one irritatingly-good single and much promise.
Amanda Palmer
Hearted on the 29th Oct, 2008
Dresden Doll and 'Brechtian punk' goddess Amanda Palmer tells FL about the "unromantic and sloppy" reality of touring...and getting run over.
DragonForce @ HQ, Adelaide (25/10/08)
Hearted on the 27th Oct, 2008
DragonForce put on a spectacular show to hundreds of enthusiastic punters at HQ Adelaide.
Nick Cave plays more dates
Hearted on the 22nd Oct, 2008
All Tomorrow’s Parties may not be visiting Adelaide and Perth in its inaugural season next year, but its curator Nick Cave hasn’t forgotten you.
The New Pornographers @ The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide (11/10/08)
Hearted on the 14th Oct, 2008
Through an explosion of pop bliss, The New Pornographers shattered expectations and played the perfect gig.
Kings Of Leon - Only By The Night
Hearted on the 11th Oct, 2008
The Kings with the modern day Bon Jovi following deliver album number four. Sadly, 'Only By The Night' is only half perfect.
The Kaiser Chiefs
Hearted on the 11th Oct, 2008
The Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson is still adapting to the rock star lifestyle - which in this case means doing an interview at 9:30am.
Want to design for Bloc Party?
Hearted on the 7th Oct, 2008
FL and Bloc Party are on the search for a talented fan to design a limited edition Bloc Party tour poster, to be handed to the first 20 people through the door at the band’s Australian shows.
The Futureheads @ The Gaelic Theatre, Sydney (03/10/08)
Hearted on the 7th Oct, 2008
Melting in unseasonable warmth, England's The Futureheads gave Sydney a reason to sweat it out.
Parklife - Perth 29 September 2008 @ Wellington Square
Hearted on the 6th Oct, 2008
For those who had to drag themselves out of bed for work the next morning; they went home knowing that it was definitely worth it and that it certainly won’t be the last time this year.
Parklife @ Botanic Park, Adelaide (27/09/08)
Hearted on the 30th Sep, 2008
“Parklife: the music is good, but the drugs are GREAT," was probably the most accurate thing I heard all day while strolling around Botanic Park for Australia’s mid-spring dance festival, Parklife.
Goldfrapp @ The Palais, Melbourne (26/09/2008)
Hearted on the 29th Sep, 2008
Celebrating their latest album Seventh Tree, Goldfrapp take us by the hand for a playfully sensual rump through their imagination.
Dukes Of Windsor @ Jive, Adelaide (25/09/08)
Hearted on the 29th Sep, 2008
Fluro pop is dead...so 2007. The Dukes Of Windsor revive funk/rock.
Big Day Out 2009 line-up: place your bets
Hearted on the 24th Sep, 2008
FL has been busy taking note of all the artists we’ve heard (and several we hope) might be making the pilgrimage down under for Big Day Out 2009.
Josh Pyke @ The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide (19/09/08)
Hearted on the 23rd Sep, 2008
Returning to Adelaide after a 5 month absence indie kid Josh Pyke along with his mates the Firekites hit The Gov with a vengeance.
Kings Of Leon take on Fall Out Boy and co.
Hearted on the 18th Sep, 2008
Nashville troupe Kings Of Leon may have ditched their hard-living ways, but they’ll still “kick the arses” of “a lot of those bands that are big now”.
Chemical Brothers to work with MGMT
Hearted on the 16th Sep, 2008
The Chemical Brothers recently reached out to MGMT with the offer of a collaboration after hearing their debut album 'Oracular Spectacular'.
Fasterlouder present Craving Music?
Hearted on the 11th Sep, 2008
The Rocketsmiths, The Shiny Brights, The Battery Kids and Zeta are all along for the ride.
Bluejuice
Hearted on the 8th Sep, 2008
In anticipation of the upcoming Valley Fiesta and Coaster Festival, FL and Bluejuice talk literature, music and scrotums.
MTV Kickstart @ Rocket Bar, Adelaide (22/08/08)
Hearted on the 3rd Sep, 2008
Who would've thought there'd be nakedness...
Rocket Science @ Jive, Adelaide (28/08/08)
Hearted on the 2nd Sep, 2008
Rocket Science launch "Different Like You" with braindamaging results at Jive on a Thursday night. Supported by The Shake Up and Mona Lisa Overdrive.
Neil Young here in January
Hearted on the 2nd Sep, 2008
After months of speculation, Neil Young has been locked in for three headline shows alongside My Morning Jacket! Oh, and Big Day Out too...
The Shiny Brights, Bakewell Street, The Touch @ The Governor Hindamarsh, Adelaide (30/08/08)
Hearted on the 1st Sep, 2008
Local favourites The Shiny Brights launched their debut EP in true chaotic fashion on Saturday night.
Meredith Music Festival
Hearted on the 24th Aug, 2008
One of Australia’s’ most unique and beloved festivals – The Meredith Music Festival – is coming of age this year and what a line-up she has in store for her 18th.
Bloc Party Get Intimate
Hearted on the 20th Aug, 2008
Last Tuesday, Bloc Party revealed its third album 'Intimacy' would be available in just over a week's time. FL got the story from Kele Okereke.
The Black Keys
Hearted on the 20th Aug, 2008
The Black Keys share their thoughts about coming back to Oz to bring in the new year at Pyramid Rock Festival.
Pyramid Rock 2008
Hearted on the 19th Aug, 2008
Pyramid Rock is back for its fifth year bigger and better than ever, with one its finest line-ups to date.
AC/DC album - believe it!
Hearted on the 18th Aug, 2008
On Saturday 18 October, Aussie rock royals AC/DC will unveil their first studio album in eight years.
Galleon, The Trafalgars, Special Patrol, Jackson Firebird, The Beards @ Jive, Adelaide (02/08/08)
Hearted on the 14th Aug, 2008
Jive's 5th Birthday was celebrated in style.
CSS - Donkey
Hearted on the 12th Aug, 2008
True to its name, 'Donkey', the second album from the Brazilian party juggernaut CSS, is a disappointing sophomore outing by one of the more unclassifiable NME darlings of late.
The Grates
Hearted on the 8th Aug, 2008
With a national tour kicking off in October, vivacious popsters The Grates have plenty to be overjoyed about. FL shares in the enthusiasm.
Splendour In The Grass (Saturday) @ Belongil Fields, Byron Bay (02/08/2008)
Hearted on the 3rd Aug, 2008
Splendour In The Grass 2008 gets a fevered first day, with highlight sets from Gyroscope, The Cold War Kids and Devo.
Sigur Rós - Með Suð Í Eyrum Við Spilum Endalaust
Hearted on the 1st Aug, 2008
Working with regular U2 producer Flood, Sigur Rós have crafted their ‘biggest’ sound yet with this album.
The Wombats @ The Gov, Adelaide (30/07/08)
Hearted on the 1st Aug, 2008
An obsession with Marsupials, Neighbours and kitsch Australiana, wrapped up in harmonies of gold. Not a bad way to spend a weeknight at the Gov.
The Great Escape Second Line-up
Hearted ages ago
The Great Escape is back with round two of its already scrmptious line-up - and it has just got that little bit more tasty.
Cold War Kids
Hearted ages ago
FL caught up with Cold War Kids guitarist Johnnie Russell to talk about the not-so-difficult second album and why touring is always an eye-opener.
COOPERS ALIVE - Brothersister
Hearted ages ago
Brothersister are building a solid reputation on the live scene and are an exciting addition to the Coopers Alive SA Live Music Showcase. Xavia with Dante looking on answer a few questions about the latest goings on in the band.
Dismember, Tzun Tzu, Altars @ Enigma (16/07/08)
Hearted ages ago
Dismember tore Enigma apart during their last visit to Adelaide.
Wolf & Cub @ The Edinburgh Castle, Adelaide (05/07/08)
Hearted ages ago
Wolf & Cub return home to play a small club show at The Ed to promote their new EP One To The Other.
My Morning Jacket - Evil Urges
Hearted ages ago
My Morning Jacket’s ascension to the top of the rock pantheon has been a slow, yet steady, rise. 'Evil Urges' further extends their rich and varied sound.
Earth To The Dandy Warhols - The Dandy Warhols
Hearted ages ago
The Dandies revisit their earlier efforts to fill their eighth studio album to the brim with psychadelic synth, stoner-rock and rollicking singles. With such a blissful return to form as longstanding members of rock’s elite, The Dandy Warhols are truly back. Finally.
The Ting Tings - We Started Nothing
Hearted ages ago
The Ting Tings have been touted as the latest pop sensations ready to take the path to global domination. This album proves that notion very premature.
Parklife lineup unwrapped
Hearted ages ago
Goldfrapp. Soulwax. Peaches. Dizzee Rascal. Does It Offend You, Yeah?. Blackalicious. Yes indeed, the Parklife festival is looking smoking hot in '08.
The weekend that was
Hearted ages ago
The gigs kept coming last week and Fasterlouder was there pressed up against the barrier.
The Devil Wears Prada, The Seduction, Nazarite Vow @ Fowlers Live, Adelaide (01/06/08)
Hearted ages ago
Hell is in Adelaide. It's at Fowlers Live on North Terrace. With a sub-standand sound, is it any wonder so many bands skip Adelaide?
A conversation with Anton Newcombe: Part 1
Hearted ages ago
Despite his volatile reputation, no one could argue the genius of Anton Newcombe. FasterLouder picks the mind behind the Brian Jonestown Massacre.
The Panics, Little Red, Oh Mercy @ The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide (18/05/08)
Hearted ages ago
The Panics and their fan base show how far they've come since last Spring.
Gyroscope @ The Governor Hindmarsh, Adelaide (14/05/08)
Hearted ages ago
Australian band of the moment Gyroscope showed why their star is on the rise as they tore the roof off the Governor Hindmarsh Hotel in Adelaide.
The Bamboos, The TransAtlantics @ Rocket Bar, Adelaide (07/03/08)
Hearted ages ago
Adelaide locals bring the funk, flaunt it and make damn sure you won't forget their name!!!
Jens Lekman @ Rocket Bar, Adelaide (06/03/08)
Hearted ages ago
Jens Lekman graced Adelaidians with his memorable presence at the Rocket Bar.
Rage Against the Machine @ Sydney Entertainment Centre (22/01/08)
Hearted ages ago
I wrote an alternate version of this review entitled “Fuck Yeah!”- a three page chronicle consisting entirely of the words “Fuck” and “Yeah”. So while I wait for a publication to pick up that magnum opus, here is the conventional one...
Events She's Going To
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The Grates
The Grates’ live shows have now become stuff of legend. They’re joined by The Vasco Era and The John Steel Singers on this fabulous tour.
Yves Klein Blue and The Holidays - 'Immaculate Confection' tour
Brisbane’s tasty effervescent Yves Klein Blue and Sydney’s sweet astutely pop The Holidays will be circling the nation throughout October on the Immaculate Confection tour.
