New name, same idea…introducing Five Stars!
Five Stars is a music blog that spotlights recordings made by Australian improvising musicians. These little essays are not reviews. They are a chance to heap praise and adoration on people taking the chance to make weird, considered and creative music. Everybody gets Five Stars!
It is on Substack where you can subscribe to read in the app or get it emailed to your inbox. You can access it by clicking below:
You can still find the old iteration and posts below:
the noisy australians
a blog promoting independent music made by young, Australian improvisers and musicians.
Thoughtful music that portrays Australia’s beautiful landscapes and texture yet can turn on a dime to express the anger and turmoil of this nation’s dark history.
A deep dive into 2 unique audiovisual EP’s - the film clip equivalent for contemporary art music!
A slow moving musical world that will have you listening time and time again!
Beautifully crafted solo piano music that makes for perfect running listening.
Groove-centric contemporary jazz made by a band of heavy weight Sydney based musicians.
Highly intricate compositions, filled with a surreal quirkiness and playful orchestrations.
Is trombone, electric guitar and drums the new string quartet? You’ll have to read/listen on to find out!
Badass vocal jazz with a social conscience - what more could you want!
Catchy, riff-filled songs that will be sure to bring a smile to your dial!
A unique collection of quirky compositions for solo bass and voice inspired by your favourite vegetables.
A mixed bag of sounds, songs and styles: high quality, collective music making by siblings and friends.
An understated trio outing filled with melodic songs and some serious guitar playing - the perfect mood setter.
Good question! Let me try and justify it to myself and you…