Max Aurora & The Southern Lights

New Music Discoveries 24th April: RUEL, Beth Orton, Joan and The Giants, and more

We’ve added ten new tracks to our Discovery Playlist this week, including two premieres from earlier in the week, with our Track of the Week going to Ruel and his striking new single “Hate Myself”. Fresh from a surprise Record Store Day pop-up in Sydney, the track marks a sharp left turn ahead of Kicking…

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Exclusive Single Premiere: Max Aurora & The Southern Lights “How I Know It’s Right” (2026)

There’s a rush of clarity that can come from stepping out of the wreckage of a fractured relationship, and Naarm/Melbourne outfit Max Aurora & The Southern Lights channel that feeling with real force on their new single “How I Know It’s Right”. We are delighted to be premiering this indie-punk anthem ahead of its release…

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Guest Playlist: Max Aurora & The Southern Lights share 10 tracks that have influenced them

“How I Missed Home” is the first release for Max Aurora & The Southern Lights, and it’s a song drenched in nostalgia and longing. Max has released music under his own steam previously, but the sound has been bolsted with the addition of The Southern Lights. The track was inspired by Dutch sailor Laura Dekker, who…

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