Jon Hopkins

Live Review: Jon Hopkins’ sophisticated rave at the Sydney Opera House

Much like 2018’s widely acclaimed Singularity, a Jon Hopkins live show is defined by the tense relationship between order and chaos. Not chaos in the random sense, but a tightly controlled and wildly frenetic disruption to fundamental sonic throughlines, steered by the gifted musician to transcend the typical IDM experience. If anyone had their doubts…

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Contributor’s Poll: The AU Review’s favourite gigs of 2019

In no particular order, we asked our contributors to share their favourite gigs of 2019. Here’s what they had to say about the gigs that stood out for them in 2019: BRUCE BAKER Iggy Pop at Bluesfest (Easter Long Weekend) I’d seen him at the BDO in 2011 and was disappointed. His performance at Bluesfest…

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Track of the Day: Jon Hopkins “Singularity” (2018)

Today saw Jon Hopkins release what he described as “the single most epic video I’ve ever made.” It’s pretty clear within seconds of watching that this is completely justified, and not just some egocentric statement. The video in question accompanies “Singularity”, the title track from his latest record, and is a continuation of the expansive soundscape…

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Photo Gallery: Grandoozy Day Three: Stevie Wonder, The Chainsmokers, Logic, St. Vincent, De La Soul, Jon Hopkins and more

The sun has set on the third day of the inaugural Grandoozy festival in the US. Relive every moment with our gallery from the day, featuring Stevie Wonder, The Chainsmokers, St. Vincent, De La Soul, Jon Hopkins and many more, shot by Taylor Mithelmen.  

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The 20 Best Albums of 2018 (so far…!)

This week, we’ve been taking a look at the albums that have properly made their mark this year; yesterday, we took on releases from Australian artists that struck a chord as the strongest albums of 2018 so far, and today, we look to the international players. From Zeal & Ardour‘s Stranger Fruit to the vibrant and powerful Janelle…

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