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The DK Effect Release Single ‘Smile’

‘Smile’ is our attempt to encompass the atmosphere, feel and emotion of some of our favourite 60’s soul classics -?? Otis Redding’s (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay and the Drifters’ Up On The Roof and Under The Boardwalk.  
It is a relaxed, feel-good stroll through hot, carefree days, where the love and smiles of those closest to you form the warmest and most enduring memories.  
The sparse production on this track was beautifully complimented by the addition of real strings performed by the wonderful Serena Ellery and of course features the fabulous harmonies and classic vocal arrangement by Crystal, Ruby and Belle. 

The DK Effect are an original 9-piece soul, funk and RnB band known for their four powerhouse vocalists, rich storytelling, melodic harmonies, and the passionate, polyrhythmic ‘call and response’ vocal synchronicity inspired by gospel music. 

Their debut album, ‘Moving Time’, showcased their diverse repertoire. The album spent two months in the TOP 10 of the Australian Blues and Roots Airplay Charts. 

Recording at the iconic Frying Pan Studio was a unique and amazing experience for the band. The studio offers stunning views of Berriedale Bay and Kunanyi (Mount Wellington), creating a relaxing and inspiring environment. There is a viewing window into the studio, allowing museum visitors to watch and listen (via headphones) to the recording process. For the band, it was fun being an ‘exhibition / performance artist’ during the recording process – almost like a live recording. 

The band has performed at numerous Tasmanian venues such as MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), Altar, The Moonah Arts Centre, Kickstart Arts, Salamanca Arts Centre, The Clarence Jazz Festival, The Playhouse Theatre, The Taste of Tasmania Festival, Rektango, the Uni Bar, Street Eats Franko, and the Republic Bar.

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Jessie-May K & Miguel Cullen-Green Release Single ‘Anchor’

Central Coast artist Jessie May-K has once again teamed up with occasional collaborator Miguel Cullen-Green to write and record their new single ‘Anchor.’ 

A mid-tempo duet featuring their male and female counter pointed vocals with spine tingling harmonies, the song tells the story of support and love in a relationship no matter what. 

The instrumentation includes acoustic guitar and keyboards played by Miguel. 

Recorded at Damien Gerard Studios in West Gosford by Murray Dilger and Andrew Beck, produced by Miguel Cullen-Green, and mixed by Aria Winner Russell Pilling in his Tasmanian studio. 

With Jessie playing in London and Dublin later this year, the tune is destined to find a worldwide following. 

 Artist Bio

Jessie-May K is a young Singer, Songwriter, Director, Actor & Artist. Most successful as an internet personality, Jessie has released 6 singles, a 5 track EP Zone Out (2020), and a full album Rising Sun (2023). 
 
Originally trained in Musical Theatre, Jessie transferred to music when they were 16, teaching themselves guitar from YouTube to elevate their musical career, as they had been writing songs with lyrics and melody since they were 5 years old. 
 
Jessie is passionate about social justice and activism, often releasing music about movements that are important to them, raising awareness and sharing donation links in the hopes it will make a difference. Jessie is Neurodivergent and was born with ASD, ADHD, OCD and developed PTSD as a result of their early hardships and extreme childhood trauma. Jessie believes that the world thrives on diversity and that benign individuality is something to be celebrated and not feared. 

UPCOMING JESSIE-MAY K TOUR DATES

1 May – 9pm-12am The Bayview Hotel, Woy Woy, NSW

3 May – 1-4pm The Valley Brewhouse, Nulkaba, NSW

4 May – 7-9pm Hotel Elermore, Elermore Vale, NSW

9 May – 8-11pm General Washington Hotel, Stockton, NSW

10 May – 12-3pm Lakeview Hotel Motel, Oak Flats, NSW

13 May – 9-10pm Gunyah Hotel, Belmont, NSW

29 May – Brixton Jamm, London, UK

30 May – The Fiddlers Elbow, London UK

31 May – Fibber Magees, Dublin, Ireland

7 June – 2-5pm Lakeview Hotel Motel, Oak Flats, NSW

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The Insufferable Paul Scott Releases Single ‘In the dark’

Another Electropop/rock Indie Banger from Mr Scott

Intriguing lyrics, lush harmonies and an easy going catchy chorus and backing track.

The ‘In the dark’ single offers  a repeated promise of solidarity. The refrain “we’ll find each other in the dark” offers warmth and quiet defiance. Darkness becomes not just confusion or crisis, but a shared space where connection endures. The sentiment is not triumphant, but compassionate—suggesting recovery through presence rather than solutions. In the end, the song balances unease with tenderness, affirming loyalty and resilience amid a world that feels increasingly unsteady.

This tune follows his output in  2024 and 2025, Scott continues his creative momentum with projects like Dopamine Mining, the singles “Superstar Housewife,” and “Extinct,” solidifying his reputation for thoughtful songwriting, layered arrangements, and a uniquely playful artistic identity.

The Insufferable Paul Scott is a Sydney-based Australian singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and prolific figure in the indie music scene, known for his sharp lyrical wit, eclectic sound, and self-deprecating persona encapsulated in his moniker. Emerging from a long career that spans rock, pop, and experimental indie genres, Scott has distinguished himself both as a solo artist and as a collaborator in numerous bands and projects.

Scott first made his mark in music as a bassist and songwriter with the angular New Zealand group Pop Mechanix, whose single “Jumping Out a Window” became an enduring piece of NZ pop culture despite the band’s internal challenges and legal issues. After relocating to Australia, he co-founded the band Montana with Ken Stewart (Mr Blonde), Michelle Margherita and Steve Melville. Montana’s single “Koolest Band” gained national airplay on Triple J and was featured in the Hollywood film You Drive Me Crazy following a US tour and SXSW appearance.

Transitioning into his solo career under the playful title The Insufferable Paul Scott, he released his debut album Surrender to Robots in 2019, a genre-blending collection of melodic and introspective miniatures that showcased his DIY sensibilities. Subsequent releases—including the Radio Station EP (2020) and the critically appreciated album Tea and Medals (2021), recorded during the pandemic with collaborators like Steve Melville and Tim Powles—further refined his sound, combining indie rock, synth-pop, and jangle pop influences.

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