As we come to the final weekend of May and inexplicably move into the midpoint of 2026 we’re bringing you ten more brilliant new releases via our Discovery playlist on Spotify and Apple Music; including two singles we premiered exclusively earlier in the week. Meanwhile a band who have been described as “the most exciting live band in London right now” – the wonderfully named Man/Woman/Chainsaw – take home Track of the Week, with their new single, the equally wonderfully named, “Goddamn, Lizard Man!”
“Goddamnm Lizard Man!” is the second track to be released from the London band’s much anticipated debut album Cannonball, which is set for release on August 7th via Fiction Records. It’s something of a musical expose on the slimy, manipulative, yet magnetic people we encounter as we go through life. The ones we realise are a piece of shit, but still find ourselves captivated by. As vocalist Billy Ward opines, “We’ve all met a few lizards in our time!” Delivered with an almost Nick Cave-esque drawl, “Goddamn, Lizard Man!” is a lot of fun; it’s theatrical, grimy, complete with a memorable refrain, and captivating swagger.
This week saw FVNERAL announce their new EP, chosen family – out June 26th. Coming alongside that announcement was the news that the group have teamed up with Melbourne’s Bukowski to release a new single: “landline”. The EP and the single, are unfortunately, all too pertinent and timely right now, with both exploring what it means to move through the world as a trans and queer person. According to songwriter/producer Tay Blunt the single ‘chronicles the inner turmoil that I experienced in wrestling with the idea of coming out as a trans non-binary person and what the consequences of doing so might be’. Any lyrical heaviness is offset by the bright, optimism of the instrumentation; which leans into the emo conventions of the song’s guest stars, and provides an empowering and hopeful message to the listener.
After nearly three years of silence, Swedish singer-songwriter The Tallest Man on Earth is back with “Colors.” Kristian Matsson recorded the track in his home studio, weaving together violin, guitar, and his unmistakable voice into something that feels alive and warm — a longing for summer’s return, wrapped in understated beauty. The instrumentation is nothing short of stunning.
It’s no secret that we’re a fan of a hook-driven, jangly, reverb-soaked guitar here at the AU; and “The Right Line” from Brooklyn’s Van Chamberlain delivered this week. If you enjoyed Real Estate, Beach Fossils and Surfer Blood then this one’s for you. Lush, groove-laden and delivered seemingly effortlessly, “The Right Line” is here to help you answer life’s trials with a smile on your face.
Brisbane singer-songwriter Lottie McLeod announces her debut EP, The Boat House, out 25th September, with lead single “Sunburnt” — a sharp, sun-dazed alt-pop track about wanting someone you know isn’t good for you. Born from a beach day and the abrupt end of a brief romance, the song balances playful wit with genuinely raw lyricism. McLeod herself called one standout line “disgusting, but that’s the point” — and she’s not wrong.
We’ve also added “Turnkey Man” from Sydney-raised, now Nashville-based Imogen Clark — a wry reflection on the challenge of finding the right man, or at least one who doesn’t require major renovations.
Also added to the playlist this week is “LOUD BOY”, the new standalone single from Portland-based pop duo foamboy. Inspired by an overbearing super drunk conversation dominating Lord of the Rings super fan, “LOUD BOY” is a vibe. It’s soulful, kinda dreamy, and with subtly dance-y in a kind of disco adjacent fashion.
Keeping things dance-y we also have “Shivers”, the latest single from Melbourne’s Kerbside Collection. The single is the first to be released from their forthcoming fifth studio album – Cue Blue. The track sees the ensemble return to their roots, stripping things back to a classic sound: guitar, bass, drums and brass. It’s just a joy to listen to from start to finish – soulful, groove-laden and just delivered with impeccable musicianship.
Finally, we’ve added premieres from Trabants (“Fuzz 4 Daze”) and David Serby (“Border Town Romance”).
Catch all the new music updated every Friday on Apple Music:
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Here’s the complete list of new additions this week:
Man/Woman/Chainsaw “Goddam, Lizard Man!”
FVNERAL “landline (feat. Bukowski)”
The Tallest Man of Earth “Colors”
Van Chamberlain “The Right Line”
Lottie McLeod “Sunburnt”
Imogen Clark “Turnkey Man”
Foamboy “LOUD BOY”
Kerbside Collection “Shivers”
Trabants “Fuzz 4 Daze” [Exclusive Single Premiere]
David Serby “Border Town Romance” [Exclusive Single Premiere]
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