Through that impenetrable fog: 20 years of Silent Hill 2
As the landmark psychological series’ sophomore entry turns 20, gaming editor Tim Bottams takes a look back at Silent Hill 2’s mist-shrouded streets and monstrous innovations
Jordan Mackampa: a soulful journey
Born in the Republic of the Congo and raised in London, Jordan Mackampa’s debut recording explores feelings of alienation, love and his own journey from boyhood to manhood.
New directions in music add power to release
It’s no secret DMA’s have always been into pop music. So, it doesn’t come as a surprise that on the third album they flip the script on their sound, swapping the usual wall of guitars for glaring synths and pulsating drums.
Belonging in a foreign world
Australian quintet Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever deliver an exercise in sun-drenched indie rock and contemplative reflection, which explores the lost sense of familiarity and identity that spawns from an exhausting touring schedule.
Fashioning lyrical photos
In an industry ruled by perfect poses, a photographer inspired by music is focussing on a “less obvious” beauty. James Noonan reports.
When the black dog bites
Art therapist Emma Finch helps sufferers of mental illness heal through the power of art. Rebecca Johansen reports.
To paint her “truest self”
Tahlia Stanton says she wants to “bridge the gap between fantasy and reality” in her art. Chelsea Byrne reports.
The #metoo challenge in Melbourne’s “boys club” music scene
In the Melbourne music scene, artists and industry professionals are challenging the patriarchal norms. Aimee Cunningham writes that while acknowledging that sexism and inherent misogyny exists in music as elsewhere, there has been a push to change the cultures and attitudes ingrained in the industry.
Instagram animation dreams
A love of cartoons and superheros should lead Jack Grayson to a bright future in animation. Amanda Kirkovski reports.
Migrant strings in the mix
Musicians from diverse cultures who have enriched Melbourne’s music scene tell their stories of struggle and achievement. Shareena Abdul Aziz reports.