I watched Donnie Darko the night before finishing this write-up, so shout out to Esky (@esky.esk) for making me realise that bunny-masked men can DJ’s. But it’s the aptly named Chrissy Mae Valentine (@chrissymaevalentine) we’re here for, whose debut single Solo is ready to launch you into the Valentine’s Day feels.

Worlds collide in JMAP’s experimental mixtape 808 JUKEBOX, a collection of genre-bending tracks that push the boundaries of modern taste. Drawing inspiration from 1950’s soft rock and golden-era hip-hop, the artist upends popular music in favour of something a little more unique.

Whether intentional or not, Gibrillah (@_gibrillah) and Danté Knows’ (@dante.knows) latest track Divisions feels like a Kanye West highlight reel. Seriously though, hear me out.

Late night shopping for snacks was a quarantine ritual. Legend has it, however, that in the wee hours of the morning, some convenience stores are blessed with live performances from the hottest MC’s in the city.

Michael asks the tough questions in his review of Clarissa Mei’s latest drop WHATCHU BOUT? ft. Esky.

Fresh off the announcement of his forthcoming EP RAW DAWG comes Glimpse, the latest offering from artist Raj Mahal (@srirajmahal). With assistance from Danté Knows (@dante.knows), the track and accompanying video and a three minute tour-de-force that confirm the age old adage; less is more.

Michael reviews Danté Knows’ latest track Act Back - a special collaboration with local powerhouse Korky Buchek.

Michael reviews the ‘Where Artistic Expression and Censorship Collide’ panel, held by 4ESYDNEY.

Michael gives his sentence on Felony - the latest track from jazz artist Simon Bernardo.

Cutting through the noise of postcode tension and ski-mask drillers alike, Gibrillah’s (@_gibrillah) latest track ‘Like That’ proves that sometimes turning down the tempo only turns up the energy. Alongside longtime collaborator Rellyman (@rellyman).

Resident muso Furcco reviews Mary Isidro (MRYSID)’s latest dreamy mix - and it has us all in the feels. Valentine’s Date anyone?

The Western’s Michael sends his love to the Girl From WS, the latest track from Western Sydney local MA Rated.

The Western’s Michael reports from Conscious Presents - a night full of musical talent and awe!

The Western’s Michael chats to up-and-coming local artist SOLLYY about his latest mixes and tracks.

Michael from The Western homes in with his take on BROTHERS’ Search ‘N Destroy.

The Western’s resident music aficionado Michael gives his thoughts on South-Western Sydney’s own Mr. Oud’s latest EP.

Michael gives his take on vvpete’s and Chris Neto’s respective latest tracks. Both Western Sydney artists are making waves in the music scene.

‘Can’t really guarantee I’ll be a good girl’, sings A.GIRL, perched upon a basketball ring amidst a montage of scenes from her local neighbourhood. The video for her latest single 2142 pays homage to the trials and triumphs of life in the West, all while dealing with recurring stereotypes in an authentic fashion. Atop a heavy, boom-bap influenced track, A.GIRL provides a perfect visual accompaniment for her love letter to Granville.

Michael shares with out new sounds and artists coming straight out of Western Sydney. Read more to get the latest scoop on local music.