The Perspectives of Pardyalone
With his debut full-length on the way and constant motivation to connect, the Minnesota artist talks us through his diverse influences, unabashed vulnerability, and how he always seeks substance within his music.
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Sold Out Shows and Esteemed Selections: 5 Essential Joey Bada$$ Tracks
Last month, Joey Bada$$ brought his stature as a timeless rapper to sold-out shows in Australia. In celebration, we delve back into five moments that have made him the hip-hop mainstay he is today.
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Introducing Always Was, Always Will Be — a Collection of Music From First Nations Artists
The ongoing playlist aims to platform storytelling that highlights the creativity of First Nations people, the power of community and the impacts of colonial violence — whilst reclaiming space and paying homage to the very first storytellers.
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Our 25 Favourite Albums of 2022
Kendrick Lamar, Smino, FKA Twigs, and more of the team’s favourite records this year.
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Truth, Understanding, and Immortality with Jean Dawson
On his latest album CHAOS NOW*, the multifaceted artist unleashes a three-headed beast from the underworld of his inner psyche and emotions. He talks us through the truth, understanding, and sense of immortality he’s experienced bringing it to the surface.
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From Baby Keem to Blood Orange: 6 Projects We Need in 2023
To punctuate the end of a hectic year, we’ve decided to truly highlight our greed for new music with a list of artists we're waiting to hear more from in the new year.
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Bad Apple, triple j Host and Yuin Mc Nooky is Continuing to Shake Shit Up
We caught up with Bad Apples signee and Yuin MC Nooky to talk about his latest track Black and White, the growth of the Indigenous hip-hop scene and his upcoming plans for We Are Warriors—a platform he created to inspire, equip, and empower First Nations youth
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ACCLAIM SOUND GUIDES: UTILITY
A quick playlist curated by some of our favourite creative people — this edition features Eora-based producer Utility.
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SOS: SZA’s Callout For Solitude
SZA returns with a more outright and deliberate attitude on her sophomore album SOS, using the project as a platform to talk her shit wholeheartedly, and without fear.
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Acclaim Digital Cover 026: SoFaygo
For our latest Digital Cover, we spoke to Atlanta artist SoFaygo about wearing his heart on his sleeve throughout his debut album Pink Heartz. He spoke on his approach to creativity and his bigger-picture focus, which have allowed him to be open and candid about his emotions and experiences.
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Curing Insomnia with Chandler Jewels
Lake Macquarie’s Chandler Jewels has worked with Dro Kenji, Manu Crooks, BLESSED and more as a producer, but his debut mixtape Insomnia showcases his many other talents. We caught up with Chandler to chat about Insomnia, the importance of community, embracing mortality and more.
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ACCLAIM SOUND GUIDES: SEUN KUTI
A quick playlist curated by some of our favourite creative people — this edition features Nigerian musician and Fela Kuti's youngest son, Seun Kuti.
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Fousheé on Unpacking Her Feminine Rage
Fousheé’s latest album softCORE is a stern dive into her journey of balance. Exploring the pretty and ugly, the good and bad, the happy and sad, we caught up with the New Jersey artist in Sydney to discuss the album, touring with Steve Lacy, and embracing her gritty side.
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DJ Nino Brown’s Trailblazin’ Triumph
The DJ, curator and producer arrives at his debut album after a 20+ year journey in the music industry, using it to highlight Australian talent and enhance the memorable moments of a night out. He talks us through being independent, producing for some of the best in the country, and the essentials you need to create a good club song.
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