Jumping on the bandwagon, here, in no particular order, are twelve Australian bands we're looking out for in 2012... five bands from overseas we're predicting big things for here in Australia... AND a couple of Australian bands the rest of the world should have their eye on! Madness! Read on...

The countdown to the countdown was beginning as the festival warmed up for the day. I was hurting all over; my body hated me for not protecting it from the dangers of the sun and the liquor. But it was New Year’s Eve, so there was no other option but to suck it up and get back amongst it. Gossling was the perfect welcome back to the real world, with her soft, brooding yet heartening and peaceful tunes on the Valley Stage.

In February 2012 three of the nations hottest upcoming outfits - millions, Nantes and Northeast Party House - are combining their indie-rock sounds for a co-headline tour around the country – The Triple Treat Tour.

MILLIONS

Brisbane brings to the table garage-pop marvels millions. They were barely six months old when they were hand-picked by triple j Unearthed to open Splendour in the Grass 2012.

Amid the balloons, smoke machine and sparkling faces of the crowd, the Northcote Social Club played host to dazzling talent on Saturday night. The launch of the debut EP from Melbourne band Northeast Party House has been highly anticipated; particularly for those dedicated followers who thrive on the crazy dance music they create.

Northeast Party House are a six piece psychedelic dance rock band from Melbourne, Australia.

In early 2010 the band began playing warehouse parties and local venues and quickly gained a following based on their reputation for delivering high energy live shows.

Brighton’s sonic patchwork-pop juggernaut The Go! Team will be returning to Australia in May for Groovin’ the Moo and will be bringing epic party times to Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth on their Rolling Blackouts Tour.