Ahead of the release of Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird’s fourth long player, Rosewater Crocodile, bandleader Lachlan Rose spoke to The Note about recording the album in an old chapel, the impact of David Lynch and the biggest lesson he’s learned since being in the band.

Back with their signature psychedelic rock and modern jazz sound, Birds are Spies open up about their new apocalyptic track ‘THWONK’ and debuting the single at the Ed Castle launch show. Here’s what to expect…

Releasing killer alt-punk singles and sending off the Cranker in style is Jon Ann’s prerogative. Here, the four-piece talk us through their new track ‘Kings Cup’ and what to expect at their launch.

UK artist David Gray returned this year with his 13th studio album, Dear Life. Ahead of his upcoming Australian tour, Gray opened up to The Note about performing live, singing with his daughter and how the current world is shaping his songwriting.

On their third LP Test of the Iron Mind, hardcore veterans Iron Mind get reflective. Frontman and lyricist Sam Octigan chats to The Note about fatherhood and changing perspectives.

For her final issue with The Note, beloved editor Zara Richards got chatting about her favourite songs, albums and musical highlights.

Spinning club beats from around the world, NELYA is at Ancient World for new Illuminate Adelaide mini-fest Supersonic – a roving exploration platforming Australia’s most diverse and talented techno sounds.

The Note speaks with Bronte Ellard – founder of Music and Gigs Connect Mount Gambier – about grassroots change in Berrin’s music scene via the W.I.R.E showcase celebrating female and gender non-conforming artists.

On their fourth LP, To All The Ones That I Love, Press Club confront chaos with blistering punk and DIY grit. Drummer Frank Lees keeps it real on staying independent and playing the Cranker's last gig.

Ahead of their upcoming anniversary tour celebrating 20 years since the release of their barnstorming self-titled debut record, End of Fashion takes stock of the evolution of the music industry through their eyes and the importance of not overcooking your melodies.

A quarter-century after Reflector reshaped Australian alt-rock and became an anthem for the 2000s, Killing Heidi’s Ella and Jesse Hooper return to the road. Ahead of their Adelaide show, the siblings reflect on the legacy that launched a lifetime in music.

Brisbane rockers Full Flower Moon Band are back with rollicking new single ‘Scene’, a collaboration with New York’s Gustaf. In the lead-up to the release, FFMB’s Kate 'Babyshakes' Dillon opened up to The Note about the track, her songwriting process and working with mixer Tony Buchen.

After 31 Issues with The Note, editor and all-around great gal Zara Richards is moving on to new ventures. We reminisce with Zara about some of the highlights (and lowlights) after the last couple of years.

Describing themselves as the ‘nexus of silliness, groove and storytelling’, Live Slug Reaction are slithering into our ears – and onto the Jive stage – with some of SA’s funkiest jazz sounds.

Yorta Yorta and Wurundjeri music icon Briggs unleashes Big Noter – a hardcore project pulsing with raw energy and full-circle freedom. Ahead of its Future Sounds debut, he reflects on impact, intent and never muting his message.

The Audreys’ Taasha Coates shares her favourite songs, album and music-related memories for this month’s Grantie Island Discs.

Two decades after their era-defining debut, Wolfmother are still turning it up to eleven. Frontman Andrew Stockdale looks back on the record that changed everything and teases a thunderous set at Adelaide Beer & BBQ Fest.

Event wunderkind Sharni Honor spills about the music, magic and community intertwined in her latest project, two-dayer Porch & Recreation.

Fuelled by a love of garage rock and DIY gigs, Mount Gambier’s Stokes hit the road for their first tour with their hometown pride in tow.

As The VANNS gear up for the release of more new music in 2025, we chatted with guitarist Cameron Little about their latest track, touring the States and his favourite rock anthems.

Surprise Chef returns to SA this month for the inaugural Porch & Recreation festival. Here, the cinematic soul journeyman chew the fat on spontaneity, their Superb LP and getting sampled by Wu-Tang’s Ghostface.

Bromham’s zest for life, love and community is infectious – the perfect act to help Adelaide celebrate 22 years of independent live music institution, The Wheatsheaf Hotel, this May 25.

Ahead of his headline ‘Legends’ spot at the final Adelaide Beer & BBQ Fest, The Note caught up with Tim Finn, who reminisced about his solo debut ablum, making music in the ‘90s and the possibility of a Split Enz reunion.

Having just released his hotly anticipated sophomore album, The Other Side, Tyne-James Organ chatted with The Note about the making of the album, mental health struggles and his friendship with rapper Allday.

he Note was lucky enough to catch up with Little Birdy’s charismatic frontwoman Katie Steele to discuss the memories of BigBIgLove, Australian festivals, the band’s astonishing career trajectory, and so much more.

Growth, vulnerability and confusion coalesce in Spacey Jane’s third studio album, If That Makes Sense. Frontman Caleb Harper opens up about the self-reckoning, compassion, and connection behind their most ambitious record yet

Embarking on a national tour to celebrate the tenth anniversary of their seminal EP, Black Label, Ocean Grove vocalist Dale Tanner chats with The Note about the band’s early days, Sam Bassal’s impact and what to expect from their upcoming tour.

The Note chats with UnderOath’s charismatic frontman Spencer Chamberlain after the quintet’s whirlwind Australian tour about their latest full-length, its life-altering lyrical inspirations, and so much more.

Ahead of the release of the band’s documentary The Ending Goes Forever, The Note chatted with frontman Tim Steward about Screamfeeder’s beginnings, the band’s failed American experience and why now is the right time to tell their story.

Mid-coast hardcore outfit FREEGOLF are ready to unleash at Adelaide Beer & BBQ Fest’s 10th birthday, but not before chatting about their origin story and next steps…