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03.09.2024

Issue 1722

Words by Kaya Martin

Melbourne, we’re so back!

Many of our favourite festivals have dropped their lineups in the past few weeks and it’s safe to say we’re impressed. Brat winter is officially over and we’re all dreaming of brighter days ahead. 

Miss Kaninna graces our cover this month, bringing out the dawg in all of us. The outspoken icon has taken time away from preparing to drop her debut EP and embark on a headline tour to talk with us about following in the steps of the strong women before her and defying expectations of what it means to be a black artist.

Elsewhere, Odette discusses cathartic songwriting, Agung Mango urges us to trust our instincts, Elijah teaches us how to navigate the modern music industry and FIDLAR and Dune Rats match each other’s rock ‘n’ roll freak ahead of their big double-header. Plus, from the ashes of Ferdydurke, something new has grown. 

In the spirit of spring, we’ve got a challenge for you: listen to something new. Buy a record just because you like the cover. Hear music echoing out of a bar and stop by for the show. There’s so much good stuff out there if you keep your mind open and your ear to the ground. Keep it fresh sweet readers!