#21 Relocation and collaboration: Meet Elkkle

Elkkle is Callum Baker, a 22 year old producer and songwriter based in Melbourne. It was in 2015 that he first made waves, collaborating with fellow producer and songwriter Woodes. It was in late 2016 however, that he emerged as a solo artist. From an early age Callum was interested in music, but …

#20 Get to know Ayla, a unique local voice

It’s been a big couple of years for Ayla. The Sunshine Coast / Brisbane songwriter has been honing her craft since the release of breakout EP When The World Ends in 2015. At 21 years old, she’s just announced a brand new EP and shared a few songs which show her growth and direction as a songwriter.…

#19 Inspiration all around: Say hello to Byron Bay's Tora

On this instalment of The Shortlist, Ro catches up with electronic group Tora. Recorded on location at Howler – just hours before their show, we talk about the production of debut album Take A Rest and what the band’s journey has been like. Tora are Jo Loewenthal, Jai Piccone, Thorne Davis and Sha…

#18 Brisbane's electronic wunderkind Golden Vessel

Australia has a wealth of incredibly talented young artists rising through the ranks, and Brissy-based wunderkind Golden Vessel is right at the front of the pack. The project of 20-year-old Max Byrne has been making music since childhood, honing his skills and finally taking the leap into his solo …

#17 Going solo: Introducing Yoke Lore

Yoke Lore is the Brooklyn-based solo project of musician Adrian Galvin. After growing up in and artist family, and immersing himself in the arts, Galvin found his musical passion as a drummer. After making music in bands Walk The Moon and Yellerkin came to an end, circumstances led Galvin to step …

#16 Adrian Mauro's alter ego: Machine Age

Even if you don’t know his name, you’ve definitely heard a record he has worked on. Adrian Mauro, the face behind Machine Age, has had a hand in records from bands including Big Scary and BANFF. A couple of years before releasing his debut single Chivalry in 2015, Mauro stepped out of the studio a…

#15 Rising to every challenge: Get to know Belle Haven

We can all take a lesson out of Belle Haven‘s book when it comes to rising from hardship. They’ve been through the ringer more times than most, but it is the brutal honesty that flows through their music and the community they’ve created that has continued to see fans flocking to the band. With th…

#14 Topping 'One To Watch' lists worldwide, meet The Amazons

Reading four-piece The Amazons have been on the rise over the last two years, making a name for themselves throughout the UK with their endless riffs, hooky choruses and relentless touring schedules. Lead vocalist Matt Thomson joined Gloria to discuss the band’s formation, why they’ll never sway fr…

#13 Say hello to Melbourne punk newcomers Press Club

Bursting onto the scene is just what local newcomers Press Club did when they dropped their debut single Headwreck. A force to be reckoned with, they’ve played more shows in more venues around Melbourne than bands who have been around double — even triple — the length of time. We chatted with the b…

#12 Melding art and music, meet Pumarosa

On this edition of The Shortlist, we touch base with hype-worthy London collective, Pumarosa. The band embrace their art in all it’s forms. For example, front woman Isabel Muñoz-Newsome, an established painter, dancer and creative produced the album and single artwork.  Keys player and saxophonist…