Author: Shelia Taylor

ALBUM REVIEW: Live and True by Violet Blend
Italian alternative metal enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate with the release of Violet Blend’s latest…

A CONVERSATION WITH…Infernalizer
With After Dark out now, we dive into how Infernalizer came to be, their sound, writing,…

ALBUM REVIEW: After Dark by Infernalizer
Infernalizer’s latest creation, After Dark, is an exploration of heavy metal’s many facets, conceived and brought…

LISTEN: “Darwin” by Kaylah Thomas
Kaylah Thomas, an emerging artist from Bunurong Country (South Gippsland) has released, “Darwin” a heartfelt indie…

HOT TRACK: “Heaven in Your Eyes” by Jamie Bower
Damn. That’s the first word I could muster upon hearing “Heaven in Your Eyes” by Jamie…

DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW: It’s Not You; It’s Me by Seetali
In a world where music serves as a universal language for emotions, SEETALI’s debut album, It’s…

HOT TRACK: “Woodcutter’s Lies” by Jackals
If a band hooks me with a bass, I’m guaranteed for the long haul. The UK’s…

DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW: Ask for Angela by Chroma
I can positively say that Chroma is not here to fuck spiders with their debut album…

LISTEN: “Why Do You Look So Bored” by The Raeburn Brothers
“Why Do You Look So Bored” by The Raeburn Brothers is a sneak peek into the…

DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW: Blouse Club by Problem Patterns
The DIY feminist queerpunk quartet Problem Patterns have already been praised by punk icons Kathleen Hanns…

LISTEN: “For What it’s Worth” by Bitter Kisses
Rising stars of alternative music, Bitter Kisses have been making waves since they debuted in February…

LISTEN: “Nothin 4 Something” by John Roberts
Immersed in a mesmerising 80’s aura filled with sensuous synths and velvety beats, the multi-talented John…

HOT TRACK: “All For You” by Adult Leisure
If I’m completely honest, if Adult Leisure slapped the ingredients of shampoo over a sick and…

ALBUM REVIEW: Sick Boi by Ren
First, congratulations to Ren on snagging the number one spot with Sick Boi’s release. He edged…

ALBUM REVIEW: Make (Less) Babies by The Guru Guru
Since their 2012 inception, The Guru Guru are a band that has always had a connection…

HOT TRACK: “Night Terrors” by Spelles
We’ve become big fans of Spelles here at Amplify the Noise and their latest single, “Night…

DEBUT EP REVIEW: My Dreamworld by Lilac Haze
Formed this year by songwriter Katrina Swift, Lilac Haze entered the music scene with a pair…

SXSW Sydney 2023 Recap Day 4-7
While I can’t speak for anyone else’s experience at SXSW Sydney, I personally had a great…

ALBUM REVIEW: IV by Marvelous 3
I don’t care what anyone says. There was not a snowball’s chance in hell that the…

HOT TRACK: “Danced Alone (who I am when I’m in love)” by Humm
Contemporary folk duo, Humm, will enchant listeners once again with their latest single, “Danced Alone (who…

LISTEN: “Over the Phone”by Delilah Brao
Meet the simply complicated girl you know, but really don’t Delilah Brao. Hailing from Los Angeles,…

LISTEN: “Running Back” by Alexis de la Rocha
“Running Back” the latest from Los Angeles-born artist, Alexis de la Rocha, known for her versatility…

LISTEN: “Black and White” by Annie Dressner
Annie Dressner, a seasoned New York songwriter with a remarkable career spanning over a decade, has…

DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW: Another Day in Paradise by Part Time Signals
Cardiff’s alternative music scene has to be buzzing with anticipation as the city’s very own Part…

SXSW Sydney 2023 – Day One
Having worked in radio promotions and live entertainment marketing, I am familiar with what it takes…

WATCH: “Your Blood Awaits You” by tAKiDA
Leading Swedish rockers tAKiDA have released a standalone single “Your Blood Awaits You” alongside a visualizer…

LISTEN: “Please Lie to Me” by Beatowls
Liverpool’s electronic trio, Beatowls, offers an entrancing musical odyssey with their lead single, “Please Lie to Me”

HOT TRACK: “Powdered Sugar” by The Box Rebellion
When The Boxer Rebellion announced their return with new music in the form of a four-track…