COUNTER CULTURE

Zach Stephenson in store today, Birdsville & Ruby Rodgers in stores next weekend and Red Ash Records is launching soon.

Gong Crawl returns next month and we’ll be hosting some bands here at Music Farmers, alongside many other venues around town. The line up is huge and it is totally free! Crown Street Militia launch their latest release Heavy Metal II at La La La’s on Saturday night. Blending classic thrash metal, with sludge and doom elements, the four piece have risen to become one of the premier heavy bands not just locally, but in the country. You can grab their record in store now here.  I thought to round out this week’s column I’d highlight a few recent personal...

Australian Music Prize Shortlist, Nitocris second reunion show and a Zach Stephenson instore.

A Thumlock first time on vinyl release and A Silhouette Label hosts a free showcase.

Yours & Owls Festival recommendations, DJ spots this weekend, Nitocris hit the charts, A Fontaines DC listening party and a Double J Take 5 live event.