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Seattle’s SORCIA Strike a Gnarly Chord with ‘Lost Season’

~Doomed & Stoned Debuts~

By Billy Goate

The last time we checked in with the Rain City's doom-stoner-sludge trio SORCIA, they had just released their EP, 'Death By Design' (2021). Two years later, a follow-up: 'Lost Season' (2023).

Opening number, "Miss Ann Thrope," as it turns out, is a play on words for misanthrope -- you know, someone who just doesn't like people. Lyrics reflect the kind of alienation familiar to anyone who's tried to take on the world and been chewed up and spit out, left with only frayed nerves and a low level of trust. "Controlling the things I say, I lash out at you. Our toxic love affair, a love that’s true." The downcast dirge winds and grinds like a menacing serpent. Verses are clean and searching, delivered with a certain humanity that is both relatable and appealing. Meanwhile, the chorus is as mean and grizzly as you could ask for. "She feeds off my anger," utters vocalist/guitarist Neal De Atley, "She is well fed."

"An Axe Named Otis" may be a reference to the strange and twisted tale that is 2001's Frailty, in which Bill Paxton has a revelation from God and begins destroying demons with an axe he finds in a barn. Carved on this implement of destruction is the nickname "Otis." It's a harsh, vengeful affair, with a blood-spattered backdrop of leaden doom, evil sludge, and brittle percussion.

"Faded Dune" is a groovy southern stoner romp that could be an homage to Goatsnake. With whisky in hand, you could just melt right into it. "Dusty," meanwhile, conjures a blurry sunset and features sanguine vocal harmonies from bassist Jessica Brasch. Then the record closes with "Entering the Eighth House," an astrological reference to Scorpio and Pluto, a place of sex and death.

Sorcia's Lost Season soaks in dark blues, with melancholy hooks and forthright lyrical contemplation. Look for it this weekend on Desert Records (pre-order here). Stick it on a playlist with Acid King, Dorthia Cottrell, Saint Karloff, Goatsnake, and Legba. And don't miss the band's forthcoming western states tour, kicking off July 28th (dates below).

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Seattle stoner/doom trio Sorcia prepare to unleash their highly anticipated sophomore full-length ‘Lost Season’, their heaviest and most eclectic offering to date.

After releasing their debut album just days before the world shut down in March of 2020, things looked bleak for musicians as they were forced to stare into the unknown. During this dark time, Sorcia persevered by pouring themselves into songwriting, accomplishing not only the completion of a challenging EP, but also this brand new full-length they would reflectively come to name ‘Lost Season.’

This album is a continuance of their dynamic and heavy sound, yet showcases a matured evolution in style with a new exploration of influences. Captured by Tad Doyle at Witch Ape Studio in Seattle, WA with original artwork by Mike Hawkins, Sorcia are pleased to be working with Desert Records to release ‘Lost Season’ out into the world on July 21st, 2023.

Sorcia have shared the stage with heavy hitters such as Orange Goblin, Hippie Death Cult, Kadabra, Telekinetic Yeti and many more. With each show, they prove they belong with the best and Lost Season has pushed their limits further.

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“OYSTER CUTS” is the second single/title-track from @quiversss’ forthcoming LP (8/9 @mergerecords) & it finds the Melbourne-based quartet of Bella Quinlan (vox/bass), Sam Nicholson (vox/guitar/keys), Michael Panton (vox/guitar) & Holly Thomas (drums/vox) bringing a 4:20 clip of indie_popped goodness.

“BREATHE” is the latest single from @rinseband’s forthcoming EP titled ‘Starfish’ (6/20 @cohort.records) & it finds Joe Agius’ Melbourne-based project precously new_waving across 4 ½ mins of aesthetically dialed, deliciously dreamy & earnestly soared SoftPop.

@sanguisugabogg are here w/ a brand new standalone single, the aptly titled “PERMANENTLY FUCKED” (@centurymediarecords) & it finds the Ohio-based quartet of Cody Davisdon, Devin Swank, Ced Davis & Drew Arnold laying waste to our sorry asses across a blitzed 4:41 clip of brutally BPM’d DeathMetal.

“IF WE DIDN’T CRY” is the lead track from @smushcore’s forthcoming debut LP titled ‘if you were here i’d be home now’ (6/15 @candlepin_records) & it finds the “sensitive” ཐི♡ཋྀ Vancouver-based trio of Emily Borrowman (bass/vox), Atley King (guitar) & Jay Christie (drums) soft_grunging across 4+ mins of quietly/loud AltRawk.

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A Stylist’s Good Room In South Yarra’s Most Coveted Apartment Building!

A Stylist’s Good Room In South Yarra’s Most Coveted Apartment Building!

The Good Room

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Assortment of vintage chairs collected by Heather. Vintage table from Leonard Joel. Rec chair bought’years ago’ from Chapel Street Bazaar, then reupholstered by Robert at Upholstery Direct in Preston. Vintage brass ‘Semi’ pendant by Fog & Morup from Angelucci 20th Century. Pineapple light on balcony is  1950s Murano glass from Nyary in Albert Park. ‘Ikebana’ vase by Jaime Hayon from Cult. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Stylist and editor Heather Nette King in her favourite room in the house! Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Light fitting by West Elm. Bust from Capocchi. Gifted mirror. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Cushions Heather had made in Timorous Beasties fabric she sourced. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Mario Bellini for C&B Italia sofa from Castorina & Co. Featherston lounge chair by Upholstery Direct in Preston. Light fitting by West Elm. Rug by West Elm. Vintage poster from Vintage Posters Only in Armadale. Blue pillar painted by Heather. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Featherson lounge chair Heather found for dirt cheap at an op shop, reupholstered in purple by Upholstery Direct in Preston, cushions she had made in Timorous Beasties fabric she sourced. And of course, Dougal the family dog! Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Artemide ‘Nesso’ table lamp. Buffet from Canvas & Sasson. Framed print (top left): ‘With You I Create’ from Atley & Co. Unframed print below from Vintage posters only. Table from Leonard Joel. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Looking through ‘The Good Room’. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Artemide ‘Nesso’ table lamp. Buffet from Canvas & Sasson. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

Artemide ‘Nesso’ table lamp. Buffet from Canvas & Sasson. Large artwork ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ by Arite Kannavos, a gift to Heather from her family. Framed print (top left): ‘With You I Create’ from Atley & Co. Unframed print below from Vintage posters only. Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

The stained glass window that captured Heather and Jeremy’s hearts! Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

This glorious stained glass was salvaged by the architect Howard Lawson from the tip site of a former Toorak mansion! Photo – Amelia Stanwix.

One night sometime in the 1990s a young couple named Heather and Jeremy went to a party at South Yarra’s Beverly Hills apartment complex. There was music, some fizz and a few Neighbours TV stars. Almost 30 years later, Heather and Jeremy would return to the same complex. But this time, as its newest residents!

The Beverly Hills apartments were designed by architect-builder Howard Lawson in 1935, who wanted to bring some of that 1930s Hollywood glamour and Spanish Mission style back to Melbourne. His idea was to create a place for communal living, where people could connect and live in close quarters.

“The apartments were built during the Depression-era and the ‘Whelan the Wrecker’ period, where lots of Toorak mansions were being torn down because people went broke,” explains Heather. “A lot of Beverly Hills is actually built from recycled brick and stuff Lawson salvaged from these demolition sites headed for the tip.”

Heather and Jeremy became reacquainted with the apartment complex around two years ago, when they were looking to downsize from the family home they previously shared with their two daughters, dog and cat for 20 years. “We’d joked for 20 years that we’d renovate and when we were finally a position to do so, the girls had grown up and we were ready for a new adventure,” says Heather.

“I Googled ‘older style apartments in Melbourne’ and an ad for this place came up, we took one look at each other and were like, yes,” she describes. It was the arched stained glass window that hooked them. “We knew we were in big trouble, we really wanted it and had to act quickly to make it happen.”

Now, after living in their apartment for the last year and half with their daughter Allie, Dougal the dog and Sugar the cat, Heather is dead serious (with a smirk) when she tells me: “I’m never moving again.”

Onto their good room, and Heather tells me “it’s THE room of the house”. The open-plan living dining area is very much in its original state, except for its colour – now a beautiful deep, dusky grey. “Choosing a colour was the hardest part because I knew we would be spending so much time here,” confesses Heather. The room is filled with the family’s treasures from their old home, including a much-loved Arite Kannavos abstract painting (given to Heather by her family as a birthday present), and a few new additions, including the Featherston lounge chair Heather found dirt cheap at an op shop, new lighting fixtures, and what she describes as her “first proper grown up couch” (a Mario Bellini for C&B Italia sofa) and floor-to-ceiling Italian ‘Grazie Zia’ vintage film poster.

But the ‘stuff’ isn’t really the reason why this room is so dear to Heather. She loves the character of this space, not to mention the seriously swoon-worthy views. “The first night we moved in, we took off the curtains and saw this view to the city all lit up, of course I cried,” she says of the moment she knew she was home.

Heather loves the neighbours too, and the feeling of belonging to this intimate community – she often leaves the windows open and chats to those passing by. “I garden lots too, and our friendships grew from hellos, to my name is, to swimming laps in the pool with each other in the mornings.” In Heather’s experience, Beverly Hills residents really care about each other, and the history and preservation of the complex itself.

Sitting in her ‘good room’ comfortably at ease, it’s easy to see Heather’s found her happy place. “This is the room where we come together – mostly the three of us – but I did manage to squeeze in 50 friends for my birthday party last year! It was tight but very good fun.” And in case you were wondering, no Neighbours stars were in attendance, instead just the good, real and regular live-next-door kind.

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Jed Lamb back for Carlton after concussion, Caleb Marchbank out injured

Carlton’s Jed Lamb will return to football on Sunday after he missed round 15 due to concussion he suffered following an elbow from Richmond’s Bachar Houli.

Lamb was understood to be feeling significant effects of the concussion for some four and five days after he was hit by Houli, and was therefore left out of the Carlton side that lost to Adelaide last Saturday.

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Crows claim comfortable win over Bulldogs

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Adelaide continued their great form, thrashing of a disappointing Western Bulldogs outfit.

Ali Fahour charged over alleged on-field punch

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Former AFL executive Ali Fahour is charged by police over an alleged on-field punch that resulted in him being banned from football for life.

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Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson is adamant the club is behind Tyrone Vickery as he cooperates with Police during an investigation.

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Victoria Police have confirmed they are investigating former AFL executive Ali Fahour over a onfield punch that earned him a life-ban from football. Vision courtesy Seven News, Melbourne.

Jake King charged with making threats to kill

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Former Richmond hardman Jake King has been charged with making threats to kill over an alleged extortion attempt involving Tyrone Vickery.

McLachlan: Red card option could cause more problems

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Gillon believes the idea of a red card system in the AFL could cause as many as problems as it solves.

McLachlan: Zero tolerance for Fahour’s actions

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AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan is adamant the Ali Fahour incident is an issue the AFL wants stamped out of the game.

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Houli was initially suspended for two weeks by the AFL tribunal, with his suspension extended to four weeks on appeal.

Lamb returns to Carlton’s side along with Sam Patrevski-Seton and Harrison Macreadie, although promising young defender Caleb Marchbank is out due to a hairline fracture in his shoulder.

Marchbank will miss three to four weeks with the injury but won’t require surgery. He has played all 14 games this year and was nominated for the Rising Star award in round six.

Nick Graham and Liam Sumner will also miss Sunday’s clash with Melbourne, both omitted.

Melbourne have confirmed Jesse Hogan will play after his lay off for cancer treatment, while Jeff Garlett, Dean Kent and Joel Smith will also return to the side.

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Making way for them are the injured Jack Viney and Dom Tyson, the suspended Tomas Bugg and the omitted Mitch White.

Jed Lamb is helped from the ground by trainers after being elbowed by Bachar Houli.  Photo: Getty Images

Hogan hasn’t played since round seven this year. His return is made more significant given the injury to Carlton’s Marchbank. 

North Melbourne will welcome back Ben Cunnington from suspension, along with Trent Dumont, Daniel Nielsen and Jy Simpkin. They’ve replaced the injured Jarrad Waite, Jamie MacMillan and Mason Wood, and the omitted Ryan Clarke.

Nielsen will play his first game for the club after being taken at pick 25 in the 2014 draft.

Their opponents Fremantle will be boosted by the return of Stephen Hill, who will be joined in the side by Shane Kersten and Connor Blakely, who was last week suspended for going surfing after he left training sick.

They’ve replaced the injured Aaron Sandilands and Lee Spurr and the suspended Cam McCarthy.

Meanwhile for Sunday’s game at Adelaide Oval, West Coast have regained Mark LeCras, Matt Priddis, Shannon Hurn and Scott Lycett. Out of the team are the injured Sam Butler along with Chris Masten, Jack Redden and Tom Cole.

For Port Adelaide, Jack Hombsch and Joe Atley come into the side. Going out of the side are Matthew Broadbent and Jake Neade.

Atley, the younger brother of North Melbourne’s Shaun, will play his first game after being drafted in 2016 at pick 32.

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In the mix: Who’s a chance for round 13 selection?

Scott Lycett could be back for the Eagles

Coming off just their second win of the season, it’s hard to see the Lions making any changes for their trip to play Port Adelaide on Saturday. If coach Chris Fagan wants a little more run in his team, he might look towards Claye Beams or Tom Bell, who were both strong in the NEAFL at the weekend. – Michael Whiting

Young key forward Harry McKay is making progress and inching closer to his much-anticipated AFL debut. McKay booted two goals in the Northern Blues’ win over Coburg last Saturday, impressing with his work rate., Ciaran Byrne made a successful return in his first game back after a knee reconstruction. The Irishman gathered 13 possessions in his allotted three quarters of game time and will be given a few weeks in the reserves before being considered for senior selection. Ruckman Andrew Phillips stood out with 15 disposals and 44 hit-outs, providing plenty of opportunities for midfielders Nick Graham (33 disposals), Sam Kerridge (31) and Rhys Palmer (28). – Howard Kotton

With Tom Hawkins suspended, Rhys Stanley will line up for his fifth game for the year. Forward Wylie Buzza has been inching closer and closer to his AFL debut, but it isn’t likely to be this week even with Hawkins out. Defender Jed Bews is available after missing the win over Adelaide with an ankle while George Horlin-Smith and Tom Ruggles were among the Cats’ best players in their VFL loss to Williamstown on June 4. – Jennifer Phelan

Wylie Buzza is inching closer to a debut for Geelong. Picture: AFL Photos

The Suns have won two matches in succession and will be reluctant to make changes when they host Carlton on Saturday night. With no fresh injuries and Jarrod Harbrow suspended for another week, coach Rodney Eade has little reason to tinker. Callum Ah Chee might be considered after he was selected last week but forced to withdraw late with a recurring back niggle. – Michael Whiting

The Demons will finally bring back a recognised ruckman for next Sunday’s game against the Western Bulldogs, but will decide whether that’s Max Gawn or back-up Jake Spencer later in the week. Gawn will need to pass a fitness test this week to be cleared to play for the first time since round three due to a serious hamstring injury. The Demons have three six-day breaks coming up and that could possibly factor into the club’s thinking when it comes to Gawn’s availability for this weekend. Spencer is ready to play after a solid performance in the VFL following seven weeks on the sidelines with a shoulder injury. Ben Kennedy (30 disposals), Josh Wagner (26) and Dean Kent (26) will also be considered. – Ben Guthrie

At long last, the Demons could regain Max Gawn. Picture: AFL Photos

North Melbourne had the bye after a disappointing performance against Richmond, offering coach Brad Scott plenty of time to plot his next move. The Roos are two games plus percentage outside the top eight, so there could be some selection surprises if that gap increases. Tagger Ben Jacobs (ankle) had a minor setback before the bye, but is a good chance to play against St Kilda in North’s second and final Friday night match of the season. He may run with star Saint Jack Steven. Braydon Preuss is also placing significant pressure on out-of-sorts ruckman Todd Goldstein. Andrew Swallow remains in senior contention after a 36-disposal effort at VFL level for Werribee a fortnight ago, while Mitch Hibberd, Josh Williams, Declan Mountford and Jed Anderson are also pushing hard. Defender Sam Durdin and ruck/forward Majak Daw are the first key-position players that will be considered. – Marc McGowan

After last weekend’s embarrassing 70-point loss to Essendon, the Power could be tempted to swing the selection axe for Saturday’s clash with the Brisbane Lions at Adelaide Oval. Utility Dougal Howard put his hand up booting eight goals to go with 11 marks and 24 possessions in Port Adelaide’s 128-point belting of West Adelaide in the SANFL. Howard, 21, hasn’t played in the AFL since round 13, 2016 when he tore his ACL against Fremantle. The 199cm Howard can play at either end of the ground and also pinch-hit in the ruck. Forward Aaron Young – dropped twice this year – couldn’t do any more to return to the side with 36 touches, five goals and 13 Inside 50s. Inside midfielder Joe Atley, the 32nd overall pick of the 2016 NAB AFL Draft, is getting closer to his senior debut with 31 touches, while defender Dan Houston (24 touches) could be recalled after playing the first seven games of the season. Small forward Jake Neade was also impressive. – Lee Gaskin

Half-forward Ben Lennon has kicked 14 goals in his past five VFL games and deserves an opportunity in a forward line that has been dangerous but lacks marking power. The 21-year-old has been in the frame for a number of weeks and is a strong overhead mark for a medium-sized player. The Tigers’ other option in attack is to recall Ivan Soldo who offers ruck support but has gone goalless in his two senior games. Nick Vlastuin is expected to be fit after four matches sidelined with a shoulder injury. The Tigers had a bye in the VFL, but Corey Ellis (30 possessions and a goal), Anthony Miles (34), Oleg Markov (26) were all strong performers in their most recent hit-outs at state-league level. – Nathan Schmook  

Anthony Miles has been racking up disposals in the VFL. Picture: AFL Photos

Six-time Trevor Barker Award winner Nick Riewoldt will face North Melbourne at Etihad Stadium on Friday night, assuming he trains on Wednesday as expected. Knee bone bruising has kept the former skipper out since round nine. Jack Lonie (23 disposals and three goals) and Luke Dunstan (23 and two) were important in Sandringham’s loss to Williamstown while Darren Minchington ended with 27 disposals and three goals. Daniel McKenzie travelled to South Australia as an emergency but didn’t face the Crows. Billy Longer was soundly beaten in the ruck by Adelaide’s Sam Jacobs last Friday but Tom Hickey might need to do a little more to win his spot back. One to put on the radar is Nathan Freeman, who backed up a 25-disposal effort in the VFL with 29 last Saturday. However, he’s not in the selection frame yet. – Dinny Navaratnam

After a big win over the Western Bulldogs the Swans are unlikely to make many changes this week, but speedy forward Gary Rohan will come into selection calculations after being a late withdrawal from Thursday night’s match with illness. Rohan kicked two goals from 18 possessions in a massive win over GWS in the NEAFL on Saturday, and should come back in to face Richmond at the MCG on Saturday afternoon. Axed big man Kurt Tippett responded well to his demotion to the reserves with 21 disposals, nine marks and three goals, but there doesn’t appear to be a spot for him in the senior team after Sam Naismith and Callum Sinclair combined well against the Dogs. Youngsters Jordan Dawson (four goals, 27 touches and 12 tackles) and Oliver Florent (28 possessions, nine tackles and two goals) starred against the Giants, while defender Jeremy Laidler had a game-high 31 disposals in defence. Aliir Aliir was solid with 23 possessions and seven marks, while young midfielder Jordan Foote enjoyed the wet conditions and finished with eight tackles, 22 possessions and a goal. – Adam Curley

The Eagles’ match committee has had the bye week to mull over a third-straight loss and has plenty to consider. Spearhead Josh Kennedy was sorely missed against Gold Coast and is pushing to return from a calf strain but needs a “miracle” to prove his fitness, while ruckman Scott Lycett is available if required after getting through his comeback game for East Perth eight days ago. Defender Sharrod Wellingham will be available after missing the past two matches due to an ankle issue. Coach Adam Simpson has come under pressure for rotating the same players in and out after losses, and it remains to be seen if he tries some new faces. Jack Redden was the standout for East Perth before the bye, but fellow inside midfielder Luke Partington could make his debut after a strong season and three goals for the Royals last start. Tall backman Tom Barrass might also be back in the mix, while Malcolm Karpany, Kurt Mutimer, Chris Masten, Fraser McInnes and Tom Cole are other contenders. – Travis King

Who knows what the unpredictable Luke Beveridge will do after his side’s poor showing against Sydney last week, but expect changes to the team to face Melbourne at Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The premiership coach will need to replace key defender Marcus Adams, with the West Australian to miss up to two months with a footy injury. In better news premiership stars Tom Boyd (back), Dale Morris (ankle) and Clay Smith (calf) could return from injuries. Travis Cloke could find himself in the VFL again after another quiet outing. First-year ruckman Tim English has a bright future at the Dogs, but he is likely to be sent back to Footscray to continue his development. Premiership defender Zaine Cordy looms as a replacement for Adams, while youngsters Lukas Webb (23 disposals), Mitch Honeychurch (19 touches) and Bailey Williams (18 possessions) could also be inclusions after solid outings in the VFL on the weekend. Tom Liberatore’s third state league appearance on the trot reaped just 21 touches but could see him recalled. – Ryan Davidson

Luke Beveridge could call on Zaine Cordy to face the Demons. Picture: AFL Photos

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Who’s in the mix for round two?

Crows skipper Taylor Walker is set to return from a hamstring injury to the lead the side to face Hawthorn at the MCG on Saturday. Walker was a late scratching for last weekend’s season opener against Greater Western Sydney. Key defender Jake Lever is also set to play his first senior game of the season. Lever missed the JLT Community Series with a hamstring injury, but got a run under his belt in a SANFL trial last weekend, finishing with 19 possessions and seven marks against Woodville-West Torrens. Veteran Scott Thompson had 14 disposals playing in the midfield and across half-back in his return from a shoulder injury. Uncapped midfielder Harrison Wigg continued to press his claims with 28 possessions. – Lee Gaskin

Following a first-up win against Gold Coast, Chris Fagan will be reluctant to make too many changes ahead of Saturday night’s home match against Essendon, but he has one tough decision. Jack Frost is available after serving a one-match suspension, but squeezing him in past one of Harris Andrews, Dan McStay or Darcy Gardiner would be difficult after they performed so well. Perhaps a small defender will make way and McStay can swing forward. Hugh McCluggage (ankle) and Josh Schache (knee) did not play NEAFL at the weekend and will likely need at least one game at the lower level before being considered. – Michael Whiting

Young key forward Harry McKay staked his claim for a senior debut with a four-goal display in the Northern Blues’ practice match against Richmond last Thursday. McKay, pick No. 10 in the 2015 NAB AFL Draft, played in two JLT Community Series games after an injury-interrupted 2016 season. Nick Graham (18 disposals and a goal) and Rhys Palmer (15 disposals) performed well in the midfield to put themselves in the frame for selection. – Howard Kotton

Harry McKay has put his hand up for a round two berth. Picture: AFL Photos

Livewire forward Jamie Elliott has been ruled out for another week, with the Magpies deciding not to gamble on his lack of match conditioning for the clash with Richmond at the MCG on Thursday night. A one-match suspension to Travis Varcoe will force the Magpies to make at least one change to the team that last week challenged the reigning premiers, the Western Bulldogs, and the most likely replacement would appear to be either James Aish, who was a late withdrawal last week with illness, or fellow midfielder Tim Broomhead, who was an emergency. Other candidates who performed strongly in a VFL practice match against Footscray include ex-Demon defender Lynden Dunn, fellow backman Matthew Scharenberg, father-son draftee Josh Daicos and exciting forward Kayle Kirby (three goals). – Ben Collins

It is hard to see the Bombers making too many changes to their round one side, which was too strong and too quick for Hawthorn at the MCG. There is much stronger depth at Essendon this season than in recent years, so if a Bomber or two are struggling to get up after their big hit-out then there should be some ready-to-go replacements. Ben Howlett and Heath Hocking missed selection last week but could come in against the Brisbane Lions, while James Stewart, Jackson Merrett and Josh Begley won’t be too far away from selection. Tom Bellchambers is continuing his comeback from pre-season knee surgery, but might need more match practice before being available for the top level. – Callum Twomey

Tom Bellchambers would be a surprise pick for the Dons this week. Picture: AFL Photos

Ross Lyon didn’t want to talk selection in the aftermath of Freo’s loss to Geelong, however Matt Taberner could be an option to try to boost the Dockers’ firepower after bagging five goals from 20 possessions for Peel against East Fremantle. Lyon conceded performances at WAFL level needed to be viewed in the context of a thumping 86-point win, but Harley Balic (33 disposals, one goal) continued his good form to keep his hand up for a debut. Smooth-moving Ethan Hughes offered plenty of rebound from half-back – an area the Dockers struggled in with their stagnant ball movement against Geelong – from his 14 kicks. Hayden Crozier kicked two goals for Peel but was quieter than in the Thunder’s opening round win over East Perth, while Tommy Sheridan could come into consideration after being held over as the Dockers’ emergency on Sunday evening. – Travis King

A thumb injury is the latest hurdle for Nakia Cockatoo, with the young midfielder set to miss up to a month after surgery this week. Cam Guthrie will be tested this week after failing to overcome calf soreness for Sunday’s clash with Fremantle, while Zac Smith is a chance to play after soreness forced his late withdrawal from the round one team. Darcy Lang impressed in the VFL and will be in contention, along with Sam Menegola. Aaron Black and Jed Bews kicked two goals apiece in the VFL and have also pressed their cases. – Jennifer Phelan

It’s an interesting week at the selection table for Rodney Eade after the Suns were beaten by the Brisbane Lions. David Swallow was a late withdrawal with an ankle injury, but is expected to be available to play Greater Western Sydney on Saturday afternoon. He’ll likely replace Pearce Hanley, who is on indefinite leave, attending to a family matter in Ireland. Will Brodie and Brayden Fiorini may also come into the reckoning after strong pre-seasons and excellent performances in a NEAFL practise match at the weekend. – Michael Whiting

A hamstring injury for Tendai Mzungu could see young midfielder Jacob Hopper play his first senior game of the year. Hopper has had an interrupted pre-season after undergoing heart surgery late last year, and the Giants have taken it slow with the 20-year-old who has also had some lower back issues. Defender Nathan Wilson was a surprising omission from the Giants’ round one side that lost to Adelaide, and should be a big chance to face Gold Coast, with his speed and foot skills from the backline sorely missed last week. Harrison Himmelberg is another defender who will be looked at, while forwards Sam Reid and Daniel Lloyd, who were added to the senior list last week, and draftees Will Setterfield and Harry Perryman, might also be an outside chance. – Adam Curley

Luke Hodge will be back this week. With his one-match club suspension now served he will make a timely and welcome return to a side that missed his leadership and composure against Essendon last week. One thing the Hawks appear to have in their favour is almost a full list to choose from, with the mercurial Cyril Rioli expected to overcome a corked thigh that hampered him through much of the loss to the Bombers. Team selection will be interesting. Do the Hawks recall key defender Kaiden Brand to help deal with the tall and potent Adelaide forward line? What about Brendan Whitecross for some extra toe in the midfield? And surely the likes of Teia Miles and Kade Stewart will soon be rewarded for their strong summers and the exciting Ryan Burton earns a recall. – Ashley Browne

Melbourne may be forced to make two changes to the team that had a commanding 30-point victory over St Kilda in round one. As reported by AFL.com.au, young defender Joel Smith is set to be sidelined for up to four months after having shoulder surgery on Tuesday, meaning there is a spot open in defence. Important defender Bernie Vince is also out, after he accepted a one-match ban from the Match Review Panel for striking Nathan Wright. Midfielder Dom Tyson missed out on being selected in round one after a lack of pre-season conditioning due to a knee issue, but he gave the match committee something to think about with 24 disposals, 16 inside-50s and two goals in a VFL practice match against Port Melbourne. Creative half-forward Dean Kent (20 disposals) also impressed, while versatile defenders Josh Wagner, Sam Frost and Tom Bugg are others likely to come into the selection mix. The Demons insist spearhead Jesse Hogan (rolled ankle) and Max Gawn (back) will be fit to take on the Blues at the MCG on Sunday. – Ben Guthrie

The Roos’ priority this week will be settling on a replacement for injured spearhead Jarrad Waite. Majak Daw is the frontrunner, but second-year key forward Ben McKay could be considered after playing North’s first two JLT games, while first-year tall Nick Larkey kicked three goals for Werribee in a VFL practice match on Sunday. Roos coach Brad Scott suggested changes would be made for round two even before Waite’s injury was diagnosed. Senior midfielder Ben Cunnington will return from a one-match suspension, while others in contention for a call-up include forwards Taylor Garner, Jed Anderson and Corey Wagner, who returned from a shoulder injury in a VFL practice match last Saturday, second-year midfielder Ryan Clarke and defenders Ed Vickers-Willis and Sam Durdin. Experienced defender Sam Wright did not play in Saturday’s VFL practice match and will probably need more game time before he returns for the Kangaroos. – Nick Bowen

Ben McKay could be handed a debut for the Roos against Geelong. Picture: AFL Photos

The Power will have a welcome selection headache ahead of Sunday’s game with Fremantle at Adelaide Oval. Jarman Impey, Nathan Krakouer and Aidyn Johnson are available after serving one-game suspensions for the Power’s season-opening win over Sydney at the SCG. Experienced duo Angus Monfries and Matt White had a run in the club’s SANFL trial against Sturt last Thursday as they build their match fitness after injury-interrupted pre-seasons. Midfielder Joe Atley travelled with the Power as the team’s emergency last weekend, but it will be hard to make many unforced changes to a winning team. – Lee Gaskin

If there was a weak spot in Richmond’s 43-point win over Carlton it was the backline, conceding 14 goals to an inexperienced Blues’ attack. This is also where the Tigers’ depth is, with Jayden Short (16 games in 2016) available and in good touch in a VFL practice match on Thursday. Oleg Markov and Nathan Drummond are also options as versatile defenders, but Short would be the first player called on as a replacement for Taylor Hunt, who would be the defender most under pressure if a change is made. In attack, Sam Lloyd had an off night and the match committee could consider bringing in Ben Lennon, who was lively and kicked three goals in Thursday’s VFL curtain raiser, if it decides an immediate change is needed against Collingwood. Midfielder Anthony Miles was surprisingly overlooked in round one, but it’s hard to see a midfield vacancy for him to take at the moment. – Nathan Schmook

Ben Lennon impressed in a VFL practice match last week. Picture: AFL Photos  

A disappointing loss to Melbourne was compounded by Nick Riewoldt’s right knee injury. The obvious replacement for the former captain is Paddy McCartin. He booted three goals in an excellent display for Sandringham and sat out the last quarter of the practice match against Port Melbourne. McCartin was cleared to play against the Demons but “hamstring awareness” meant coach Alan Richardson didn’t want to risk the former No.1 selection. Leigh Montagna picked up 18 disposals in the backline and midfield for the Zebras before he also sat out the final term. The 33-year-old looked in fine touch and should be fit to make the flight to face West Coast on Saturday, after a right calf strain kept him out of round one. Blake Acres and Jack Sinclair are another two who could add more midfield depth on the large expanses of Domain Stadium. – Dinny Navaratnam

With All Australian defender Dane Rampe (broken arm) sidelined for at least the next month, exciting youngster Aliir Aliir looks to be the obvious replacement. The athletic big man is fully recovered from a pre-season toe injury and has had another full week of training to build more fitness and touch. Draftee Will Hayward and recently upgraded rookie Shaun Edwards are in line to replace the unlucky Daniel Robinson, who broke his left collarbone against Port Adelaide last week, the second time in as many seasons. Defender Nic Newman must also be a chance to debut after backing up his outstanding 2016 season with some solid form over summer, and his inclusion could see NAB AFL Rising Star winner Callum Mills pushed into the midfield. Mature-age ruckman Darcy Cameron (finger) should be fit to play the premiers, with fellow big man Callum Sinclair another pushing for selection, along with Jack Maibaum and rookie Robbie Fox. Small forward Tom Papley (knee) should be taken off the long-term injury list this week but will need some games in the NEAFL before he’s considered. – Adam Curley

Shaun Edwards is in the frame to play for his third AFL club. Picture: AFL Photos

The Eagles’ ruck curse has struck again. Drew Petrie – who missed only one game for North Melbourne in the past five seasons due to suspension – suffered a broken hand in the opening term against his old club and will miss weeks, opening the door for Jonathan Giles to partner Nathan Vardy in the ruck against St Kilda. West Coast still has decisions to make in defence after only taking two talls into the win over North Melbourne and looking vulnerable in the air. Will Schofield didn’t play at the weekend after flying to Melbourne as the travelling emergency, but Tom Barrass (19 disposals, four marks) swept up well in defence in East Perth’s loss to stay in the mix. Dom Sheed (23 disposals, four inside 50s) found plenty of ball for the Royals after being left out of the Eagles’ side and Liam Duggan (24) continues to build his form, although it remains to be seen if either did enough to force their way into the AFL side. Rookie Francis Watson (26) was again one of East Perth’s best and a debut might not be far away for the dashing half-back. – Travis King

Luke Beveridge will have to make at least one change for Friday night’s Grand Final rematch with the Sydney Swans at Etihad Stadium with defender Dale Morris to miss up to eight weeks with a broken leg. Marcus Adams should come into contention as the veteran’s replacement. Midfielders Clay Smith, Lukas Webb, Bailey Dale, Josh Dunkley and Mitch Honeychurch all had plenty of the footy in Footscray’s big VFL practice match win over Collingwood. Ruckman Tom Campbell was also a standout in his first game for a month in his return from a rolled ankle. – Ryan Davidson

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