IOWA 7" LAUNCH; THE BLACK RYDER MELBOURNE SHOW; MISC

Hey there. It's been a while, hasn't it? During my self-imposed sabbatical I've been laying pretty low. Haven't been listening to much music actually; a little bit of Neil Young, more Iggy Pop, a dash of The Velvet Underground. I've been getting some affairs in order -- namely my impending trip to New York in August/September. Flights are booked, accommodation almost organised. Only a few months and I'll be seeing Iggy in the flesh.

This Friday I will most likely be attending this:


Local act Iowa are launching their rad-looking Green 7" at the Workers Club with some equally cool supports, Skull Squadron and Quiet The Few.

Iowa's music reminds me of late-80s proto-grunge; there's a thick seedy air permeating through each track. Take a listen for yourself here.


Saturday night, The Black Ryder are returning to Melbourne, playing a show at the Ding Dong Lounge with Three Month Sunset and Dreaming of Ghosts. Three of my favourite Australian acts -- what a lineup!