Kaya Martin

Staff Writer at Fashion Journal

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Articles

'Everyone in the band brings something else to the table'

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Take one look at the revered instrumental act Snarky Puppy, and the question of an ‘upper limit’ seems stupid. The band (or rather, the “family”, as Snarky Puppy founder Michael League puts it) has had around 40 members play for them over the 21 years they’ve been around. The result is an instrumental act brimming with cerebral energy, boasting a captivating catalogue of jazz, funk, soul and world music.
Chapel Sessions celebrates 30 years with 4 intimate shows

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

This May, the beloved venue is bringing back its signature music series, Chapel Sessions. Some of Australia’s most captivating voices and musicians will bring the heat to the altar of music, paying tribute to the legacy and future of the iconic gig space. This isn’t any old anniversary, and these aren’t any old gigs. From stripped-back sessions to sonic experimentations, each show will deliver a prolific artist with an intimacy like no other.
Japanese street food group Shyun opens buzzy new venture

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Words by staff writer Salty, spicy, umami and sizzling hot, Shyun Sumibiyaki is now open for business. Beloved local institution Shyun is firing up the charcoal for an intimate Japanese BBQ experience, bringing traditional sumibiyaki cooking to the Carnegie dining scene.
Find folk noir, powerhouse voices and jangly rock this May at Merri Bar

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Who’s ready for another month of music at Merri Bar? We know we are!Located in Preston, this local favourite always comes through, dishing out a delicious array of genres and performers, from first-timers to proper pros. Any artist who’s got the juice is welcome on the stage, so you’re never sure what you might come across. But if you want a sneak peek, we’ve got you covered. Get your calendars ready, because here’s what’s going down this month.
Laugh your way through the long weekend at Melbourne International Comedy Festival

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Still haven’t had a chance to check out this year’s Comedy Festival? Well, the clock is ticking buddy! But don’t worry, there are still plenty of laughs to be had as the festival reaches its final week, and what better excuse than a long weekend? Get the kids all hopped up on sugar, then leave them with the babysitter while you go enjoy yourself. You deserve it! Here’s a rundown of the special events you can still look forward to. April 20Melbourne Town HallThe finale of all finales.
We're giving away cases of alcoholic coconut water

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

It’s not every week we find something that genuinely stops us in our tracks, but this new Drop Alcoholic Coconut Water & Vodka has done exactly that. The new RTD (ready-to-drink for the uninitiated) comes courtesy of Below Deck star Aesha Scott, and we’re giving six lucky readers the chance to score a 4-pack of this summer-ready sip.
Guitarist masters KEYAN and Connor Kaminski team up on new EP

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

In a match made in prog rock heaven, two modern shredders – KEYAN and Connor Kaminski – are teaming up to release a collaborative EP, Kinetic. Set to drop next month, the three-track instrumental release promises to be a face-melting showcase of guitar mastery, with the duo sharing first single, Swell, to get audiences ready. KEYAN & Connor KaminskiProgressive metalOut Friday, May 16Check out our gig guide, our stage guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide.
Iluka Sax-Williams is expanding his voice

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Luke Carlino |Kaya Martin

You may have seen Iluka Sax-Williams’ work without realising it – rattling past on an Art Tram or at group exhibitions. He’s been working with YIRRAMBOI since 2019, but this festival, he takes it to a new level with Dabana, an immersive solo exhibition and curatorial takeover at SIGNAL. “YIRRAMBOI has always been an amazing experience for me,” explains Williams. “I’ve been able to really cultivate my artwork over the years, using YIRRAMBOI as a big stepping stone.
OnAir: New Cremorne cafe offers coffee, community and daytime DJ sets

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Step aside, classic café culture, there’s a new beat in town. OnAir has landed in Cremorne, throwing out the playbook of hushed conversation and lo-fi hip hop playlists for something Melbourne desperately needed – a proper coffee shop that doubles as a breeding ground for electronic music. The brainchild of Francesca Poci and Deyon Murphy (of Selfless Events fame), OnAir is more than just another place to grab your morning caffeine hit.
Fancy yourself a grill master? This BBQ comp features fireworks, axe throwing, music and meat

2 months ago | beat.com.au | Kaya Martin

Carnivores, rev your engines – the Maffco Pitmaster Barbeque Competition and Festival is firing up the grills once again in Maffra this April. After smashing expectations in its debut year, this Australian Barbecue Alliance-sanctioned event is back for a massive weekend of meat, music and mayhem at Maffco Brewery & Distillery.