John Justus is frontman of The Justus Trio and baby brother to local rock legend Dellacoma Rio. John describes his band as “sunshine rock-n-roll”, with fast-paced rock, upbeat tempo, and grunge-punk flavours. Their single, “Distant”, is out now. Catch The Justus Trio at The Presynct on July 20. How did The Justus Trio find each
The Whitlams will perform at Noosa’s The J on October 14 with the help of The Living End’s Scott Owen in a show which pays homage to their past. The Living End punk-rock double-bassist – known for his on-stage rock ‘n’ roll romps – is stepping in to fill the shoes of Andy Lewis, who
Fortitude Valley: Los Angeles sassy and unapologetic rocksters, Death Valley Girls, will bring their psych-rock sorcery to the Valley’s Black Bear Lodge in November. Known for their infectious blend of garage rock, punk, and cosmic-powered flow, these dreamy music mystics have garnered a cult following worldwide, with a signature style and mesmerising communal witchy energy
Caloundra: Retailers and businesses are set to reap the benefits of The Caloundra Music Festival next weekend, September 29-October 1. Set over three days on the last weekend of the Queensland school holidays, Sunshine Coast shops, cafes, restaurants and other local enterprise will soon enjoy a business boost thanks to the Sunshine Coast Council’s biggest
Maroochydore: If Sam Worthington has their merch then it’s no wonder this favourite Aussie indie-rock band is on high rotation of in-the-know celebrity music fans. Worthington is quoted on The Rions’s website as having said: “I’ve got all The Rions’ merch. I love that band” – Sam Worthington (Avatar). And given the band’s catapult-rise to stardom,
Aussie icons The Cat Empire will introduce their vibrant new line-up to the Valley on Friday 22. They are celebrating current album, “Where The Angels Fall”, with a massive new show that epitomises their herculean high-energy nature. With their signature fusion of jazz, funk, ska, rock, and latin, the latest outfit is even more vibrant. Off
Bokarina: They’re a Trainspotting-esqe, English-geezer-meets-Aussie-eshay rock trio, with an Oasis edge and overall brit-pop sound, featuring chill, yet upbeat sounds. And this sensational Sydney acoustic band will bring their multi-Platinum and critically-acclaimed sounds to Bokarina next month, with highly-anticipated fourth album, “How Many Dreams?”. The DMA’s are thrilled to be kicking off their biggest headlining
Los Angeles/Indonesian singer-songwriter NIKI bring her Nicole tour to The Fortitude Music Hall on September 18. The self-professed advocate for “Asian music” has more than 10 million monthly subscribers on Spotify at just age 23. And slams the door on the conventions of pop stardom, as she writes, records and produces her own music. NIKI is being praised
Their first Sunshine Coast show in November has been a complete sell-out for much-loved Australian band Boy & Bear. Thankfully the lads have opened up a second show, on November 8. But be sure to snag a ticket as this show will most certainly follow suit. Boy & Bear is a favourite indie-folk band and
Noosa Hinterland: It’s a choose-your-own-adventure for beer lovers next month when the Pop&Pour “festival on wheels” brings the hops to the fore. Yes it involves a bus and booze so be prepared. Music will entertain brew-sipping happy chaps passing between Blackflag Brewing, Terella Brewing, Eumundi Brewery, Your Mates Bowls Pub and Pomona Distilling. Expect food,