Because i've been a bit moody lately, i've been thrashing my ipod more than usual. I thought I would share some music that has really been making me tick, and maybe ask for some recommendations?

The other night I was lucky enough to attend Amanda Palmer's gig at the Sydney Opera House. I had heard a few of her songs via the Dresden Dolls, but none of her solo stuff. My sister is insanely obsessed, which meant I was wary about getting my hopes up.

She was sensational! Her lyrics were amazing and she did a moving cover of Nine Inch Nails "Hurt" which made me cry. She had just the right amount of audience interaction and performance, which is a hard balance to achieve. I would recommend checking her out if you are up for something new. I like "Missed Me" and "Coin Operated Boy."

The other singer/band I am playing non stop right now is Florence and the Machines. My god that woman is phenomenal. I guarantee there is a song that will resonate with you, and will stick in your head til you have to know every lyric. Try "Drumming Song".

I am having such an amazing time discovering Australian artists. (Having said that Amanda Palmer is from America and Florence is from England..... awkward). Turns out there is more over here than Silverchair and John Farnham, who knew? If anyone is in Sydney you need to check out my friend and her ridiculously talented "Lady sings it better." Do it. Midnight Oil's "Beds are Burning" is my fave.

I love the empathy that comes with hearing a song and feeling like maybe you're not a crazy... that someone else feels the same as you, and can put words to your emotions.

Albeit a little more eloquently.