Has Anyone Else Noticed..

That Australian music is the best??

Whether your into sleepy Sunday afternoon tracks or something slightly edgier where else would you look but your own deliciously diverse musical backyard?

In case your only knowledge of aussie music is the Australian Idol Final 12 and The Veronicas, here are my current favorites.

-The Guys-
1.Josh Pyke - his honest lyrics and sweet sound make him my favorite artist right now.
2.Ben Lee - I love the 'Awake is the New Sleep' album. a massive hit in '05, still as awesome now.
3.Bob Evans - A little bit country, but a whole lot of talent. 'Nowhere Without You' is my favorite. 'Sadness and Whiskey' is a pretty good track too.

-The Girls-
1.Holly Throsby - Her music is pretty laid back. Her voice is different, but it works well with her music.
2.Sarah Blasko - She has a very individual sound. Her music is simple but oh so effective. Don't believe me? Listen to 'Planet New Year'. You'll love her as much as i do.

-The Bands-
1.The Vines - Their new album, Melodia, has been hailed as the bands uprising from the rock n roll ashes. Their hit new single, He's A Rocker, has proved very popular with the wider market. There's mass speculation that they'll be playing at the BDO next year. I hope they are :D.
2.Faker - Their old stuff and their new stuff rocks. Anyone remember 'Hurricane'? Think of 'This Heart Attack' only 20 times better.

Okay, so they're my favorites ATM. But thats just the start. There are heaps more. Everyone listed here isn't new, and already has strong networks of fans.

Have a listen. I'm pretty sure you'll agree with me.

x

Josh Pyke - www.myspace.com/joshpyke
Ben Lee - www.myspace.com/benlee
Bob Evans - www.myspace.com/suburbankid
Holly Throsby - www.myspace.com/hollythrosby
Sarah Blasko - www.myspace.com/sarahblasko
The Vines - www.myspace.com/thevines
Faker - www.myspace.com/fakertheband