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NEW TALK

Track by Track: NEW TALK take us through sophomore album Time & Memory

Perth’s NEW TALK have today released their sophomore album, Time & Memory. You might have known them under their previous name, Rag n’ Bone, where they released A Handful of Ash. We are stoked today to be able to have a track-by-track breakdown of this album which has been keenly anticipated. Time & Memory explores…

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Hein Cooper

Exclusive Single Premiere: Hein Cooper “Pretend” (2021)

We are thrilled today to have the premiere of “Pretend”, from Sydney’s Hein Cooper. You might remember Hein from all the way back to 2016 when his single “Rusty” notched up more than 15 million Spotify streams. After the massive success of his breakout singles, Hein toured the global promoting his debut album, The Art…

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Paulina

Exclusive Single Premiere: Paulina “Lonely Drives” (2021)

Brisbane-based singer/songwriter Paulina is about to drop her latest single, “Lonely Drives” and we are thrilled to have its premiere today at the AU. Paulina may only be sixteen years old, but the emotional intelligence in her songwriting is outstanding, and her voice is hauntingly beautiful. The opening verse, which begins with “I’m faking my…

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HEN

Track of the Week: HEN “Devil’s Sound” (2021)

“Devil’s Sound” is the latest synth-led slice of dark pop from Brooklyn’s HEN. HEN, who’s real name is Henry Kaye, is a rising Queer star, producer and singer-songwriter.  Last year saw him release his debut EP Velvet Rage and the stand alone single “Roll Back”; and now he’s teamed up with experienced producer Yoad Nevo…

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Sammy Honeysett

Track by Track: Sammy Honeysett takes us through her debut EP Queen of Wands

Sydney-based singer/songwriter Sammy Honeysett has today dropped her debut EP, Queen of Wands. We premiered the final single from the EP, “I C UR LIPS”, and we are delighted to have a track-by-track breakdown from Sammy highlighting the background to each song on the record. This is well-crafted indie-rock. Honeysett has a voice that can be…

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Waxflower

Waxflower takes us behind the scenes of filming the music video for “Food For Your Garden”

Brisbane pop-punk band Waxflower have just released the video for their latest single “Food For Your Garden”. True to the title of the song, the boys have filmed the video in a nursery, and today we have a behind-the-scenes look at what went on during filming day. “Food For Your Garden” is the final single…

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True Vibenation

Behind The Lyrics: True Vibenation and A.GIRL take us inside their track “More Than You’ll Ever Know”

Did you catch the collaboration between the mighty African-Australian True Vibenation and the latest soul hit-maker A.GIRL? Yep, they released the tasty “More Than You’ll Ever Know” last month, and it is a delicious feast of soul, afro-beat and RnB. The two creatives fit dove and tail, and hopefully, they will collaborate again sometime down…

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Stevie Jean

Track of the Week: Stevie Jean “Menace” (2021)

She hails from the Northern Territory but has now relocated to Melbourne, and it’s Stevie Jean who gives us our Track of the Week, with her latest offering, the blistering “Menace” which has just been dropped. “Menace” is the lead track from her upcoming full-length debut album, The Dark, which is slated to be released…

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Eddie Casper

Exclusive Video Premiere: Eddie Casper “These Things Take Time” (2020)

Multi-instrumentalist, producer and singer/songwriter, Melbourne-based Eddie Casper released his sophomore album Ohmage, a 78-minute opus late in 2020. Continuing his DIY approach, Casper is about to release the first video off the album, and we are thrilled today to have the premiere of the clip for “These Things Take Time”. The track was inspired by…

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Marigolden

Exclusive Video Premiere: marigolden “Just Like Smoke” (2021)

Melbourne singer-songwriter marigolden, recently released her latest single, “Just Like Smoke”, and we are thrilled today to have the premiere of the video for this beautiful song, which is about self-belief and self-acceptance. Her own-blend of neo-soul, alt-rRnB, folk-roots and a hint of jazz are a killer combination, especially in a song such as “Just…

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Oly Sherman

Guest Playlist: Oly Sherman shares the songs that influenced his new track, “Lush Lyfe”

Sydney singer-songwriter Oly Sherman has dropped a new track, “Lush Lyfe” featuring hip hop artist KP Hydes. What might seem like an unlikely collaboration, this is one in which the respective contributions from these two artists are fused together seemingly effortlessly. The laid-back sunkissed energy provided by Sherman is melded with the hip hop of…

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Maple Mall

Guest Playlist: Maple Mall let us in on their favourite road trip tunes

Illawarra indie quartet Maple Mall are back with a new single — “Down This Way” — their second for 2021 so far; and only their third single of their career overall.  “Down This Way” is another cracking release from the lads from Illawarra. It really hits those chilled out late summer vibes perfectly. Three singles…

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Super City

Exclusive Video Premiere: Super City “42 Years” (2021)

“42 Years’, is the latest tune from Baltimore outfit Super City, and we are stoked to be premiering its video today. The band was formed in 2014 by songwriters  Dan Ryan and Greg Wellham. Since then they’ve dropped a self-titled EP, and their first LP, Again Weekend. These guys are the go-to for dance-rock and…

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Lord Huron

Track of the Week: Lord Huron “Mine Forever” (2021)

Lord Huron is back and with a new album on the way. On May 21st the alt-country outfit will release their fourth album: Long Lost.  The group have already kick started the album cycle with the release of the first single “Mine Forever”. Long Lost is billed as a concept album. It is centred around…

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Sad King Billy

Exclusive Single Premiere: Sad King Billy “Bad Man” (2021)

Sad King Billy is the solo project of Julian Peet, a native of Perth in Western Australia. We are thrilled to be premiering his latest release “Bad Man” today, ahead of its official release. The track is off the upcoming Sad King Billy album, Mental Wealth, due to be released in 2021. His songs explore…

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Inklines

Inklines share the albums that got them through 2020 and new single “Blossom”

Sydney’s Inklines are tracing out their path for 2021 with the drop of their new single, “Blossom”. Following the release of their EP Bookclub, last year, the band have been generating powerful and earnest alt-rock blends and testing the lengths and limits of their sound. Leading the way on vocals and guitar is Will Tremain….

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Camarano

WA’s Camarano takes us on a journey through their debut album, Where Am I Now?

Last week saw West Australian act Camarano release their debut album, Where Am I Now?.  The album is the band’s first major release since their EP Shadow Calling in 2019. Meanwhile, they’ve been teasing the album across the last year, drip feeding us a trio of singles: “Holiday Inn”, “Give It To Me Straight”, and…

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Paradise Teo & Jay

Exclusive Single Premiere: Teo & Jay “Paradise” (2021)

Duo Teo & Jay release their second single of 2021 this week. “Paradise”, only the duo’s third single, is a sweet self-produced slice of R&B. Officially released on Friday, we’re excited to bring you this chance to hear it before the rest. The duo met at Berkley’s College of Music, and have been working together…

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Paul The Kid

Exclusive Single Premiere: Paul The Kid “WYD” (2021)

Paul The Kid, the versatile Kiwi artist pumping out a fun blend of hip hop, reggae and dance has another banger to brighten our day. We premiered “Palm Trees & Ciggies” back in December last year, and we are thrilled to be premiering his latest tune, “WYD”, short-hand for “What Ya Drinking?”. The big questions…

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Track of the Week: Bugs “Diamond” (2021)

It’s been a monster six months for Bugs. They’ve shared sold out stages with the likes of Mallrat and Waax, and even made their triple J Hottest 100 debut with their Like A Version cover of Mallrat’s “Charlie”. Now, the trio is back with a new single, and we’re stoked to be naming “Diamond” this…

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Neil Frances

Track by Track: Neil Frances take us through their new EP Stay Strong Play Long

Los Angeles duo Neil Frances (Jordan Feller and Marc Gilfry) have today released their new six-track EP, Stay Strong Play Long. The EP includes the mega-hit “Music Sounds Better with You” which has been streamed over forty million times. Jordan and Marc have put together a track-by-track breakdown of the songs which make up the…

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Sammy Honeysett

Exclusive Single Premiere: Sammy Honeysett “I C UR LIPS” (2021)

Sydney-based singer/songwriter Sammy Honeysett is on the cusp of dropping her debut EP, Queen of Wands. We are thrilled today to have the premiere of the lead single, “I C UR LIPS”. The percussive beats and swelling basslines lay the groundwork for what’s to come. Honeysett’s vocals show great restraint, dialling back the volume before…

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Jack Biilmann

Exclusive Single Premiere: Jack Biilmann “Legacy” (2021)

New South Wales-born, now Canberra-based indie-roots singer/songwriter Jack Biilmann is just about to release the first track, “Legacy”, from this forthcoming album Full Circle. We are delighted to be premiering this tune ahead of its release on Friday. “Legacy” features some beautiful crisp guitars fitting the soaring vocals like a glove. Fans of John Butler and…

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Catch Your Flow

Track of the Week: Syrup “Catch Your Flow” (2021)

Brisbane alt-pop duo Syrup are back with their latest single “Catch Your Flow”. Co-produced by Slum Sociable‘s Ed Quinn, “Catch Your Flow” is a certified bop, and should be added to your playlists post haste.  Tackling topics of uncertainty and longing for a ‘sign’ from the universe, the new single blends the duo’s now signature…

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Track of the Week: Devon Kay & The Solutions “Frustrated People of the World, Unite!” (2021)

With a single due every month, it was only a matter of time before Chicago’s Devon Kay & The Solutions popped up as one of our Tracks of the Week. After teaming with Less Than Jake‘s Chris DeMakes for a cover of “Big“, the six-piece needed a cracking follow up. “Frustrated People of the World,…

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Kid Le Chat

Exclusive Single Premiere: Kid Le Chat “It Was Never That Easy” (2021)

The cornerstones of Kid Le Chat, David Wilson and Leo Moretti met in a microbrewery in Rio De Janeiro. They bonded over a mutual love of 80’s music such as Talking Heads, Tears for Fears and New Order, and set about creating their own modern twist on synth-pop. Since then, they’ve recorded an album, released…

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Grids and Dots

Exclusive Single Premiere: Grids and Dots “City Skies” (2021)

Grids and Dots,  the Sydney indie outfit are about to drop their second single for 2021, “City Skies”. It’s an upbeat and lush tune, with beautiful rich guitars and sweet harmonies. “City Skies’ will be on their upcoming EP, What Happens to Friendships. We are thrilled to be premiering “City Skies” ahead of its release…

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You Am I

Track of the Week: You Am I “The Waterboy” (2021)

You Am I have just dropped the first single, “The Waterboy” off their eleventh studio album. It showcases the songwriting skill and inventiveness of frontman Tim Rogers. It was inspired by a song, “I Can See Elvis” on the classic Waterboys album, Modern Blues.  There is a recurring line in “The Waterboy” – “Edinburgh, Galway,…

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Pipin

Exclusive Single Premiere: Pipin “Tunnel Vision” (2021)

Pipin is the solo-project for Brisbane singer-songwriter Bec Hoole. She is known for her dreamy pop songs sprinkled with touches of throwback disco. We are thrilled to premiere her first single of 2021, “Tunnel Vision” ahead of its release on Friday. We also have an accompanying video that is as striking as it is inventive….

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The Fallen Robins

Exclusive Video Premiere: The Fallen Robins “Driving Song” (2021)

We are thrilled today to have the video premiere of “Driving Song” from Sydney-side folk-trio The Fallen Robins. The band was started in 2019 by three siblings; Charlotte, Jess and Sarah. With harmonies that tug your heartstrings and authentic story-telling, their music is joyously uplifting. The track reflects upon the arc taken when on the…

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