TOP FIVES: Parklife 2012

With the PARKLIFE tour getting under way in the coming weeks, we figured it's high time we preview some of the best the event has to offer. Here's Dom with his Parklife Top Fives

THE PRESETS

The Juggernaut that is KYM MOYES and JULIAN HAMILTON may have (literally) changed their tune on latest LP 'Pacifica', but this is no reason to fret. The duo are renowned as live specialists and will no doubt breathe new life into their set with offerings like 'Youth in Trouble' and 'Ghosts'. And if that's not good enough for you, just wait around for 'Are You The One?'

PLAN B

New album Ill Manors has shown a different side to PLAN B (aka Ben Drew), moving on from the soulful RnB of The Defamation of Strickland Banks into the hardened, gritty underbelly of his Council Estate. Be sure to check out East London's finest, and keep an eye out for any special guests....

PASSION PIT

Co-headlining this year's event, PASSION PIT are sure to put a smile on your face and some canned heat in your heels. The Massachusetts electro-poppers will be front and center at this year's event, with Gossamer still fresh in the audience's mind. Catch up with the 'Sleepyheads' on Parklife's main stage

TAME IMPALA

Back from their solo projects and other interests, Australia's favourite psychedelic throwbacks will be on hand to give punters a much needed break from the beats and electronics. The initial tastes from the upcoming album Lonerism have been positively delectable, so do yourself a favor see what else is in store.

HERMITUDE

After the blockbuster success of Hyper Paradise, Sydney's premier beats duo have gone from strength to strength. Having blown the roof off earlier this year on their national tour, EL GUSTO and LUKE DUBS are back and 'Telling you to DANCE'. An all live show promises to be a spectator's delight!

Words by Dominic Sciberras

LISTEN TO MORE NEW MUSIC HERE