Category: The final say

Reviews of things. Personal, evaluative and usually conclusive in tone.


  • “Sunrise City” is a glowing release from Sub-Radio

    “Sunrise City” is a glowing release from Sub-Radio

    Sub-Radio’s Sunrise City is a vibrant, genre-blending indie pop album that captures the band’s energy, emotion, and evolution. From high-octane anthems to stripped-back ballads, it delivers both dance-floor joy and introspective depth. A must-listen for fans old and new: this one’s bound to be on repeat all year.

  • “Sunday Sadness” is exactly what we needed

    “Sunday Sadness” is exactly what we needed

    There’s a quiet ache that runs through Amy Shark’s third studio album, “Sunday Sadness”, but it’s the kind of ache you want to sit with. Across 11 tracks and just over 30 minutes, Amy serves up a tight, emotional rollercoaster that feels intimate, cinematic and completely unafraid to peel back layers. The opening track, Slide…

  • Turning 30: The Ghan, camels, gin and a toy pig named… well, I forget

    Turning 30: The Ghan, camels, gin and a toy pig named… well, I forget

    Last month, I hit the big 3-0 with a wild train trip across Australia! Picture fine dining, a toy pig mascot and a camel named Cookie Monster. From Adelaide to Darwin, I discovered that adventure doesn’t require a passport: just a train, a bunch of quirky characters and a heart full of joy!