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1NN3R53LF 1NN3R53LF is a Melbourne-based producer and DJ known for his high-energy, euphoric dance music. Since debuting in November 2023, he has quickly gained attention with a unique sound that blends ’90s and early 2000s dance culture with a modern twist. 2024 was a big year for 1NN3R53LF, including releases and collaborations with artists like thatboykwame, Ninajirachi, Calmell (of Cat & Calmell), Cult Shφtta, SEBii, ENERGY11, and Cleopard2000. |
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AIDAN FINE Blending alternative hip-hop, psychedelic, and experimental sounds into a vibrant, introspective experience, Aidan Fine is unapologetically pushing artistic boundaries. Florida-born, Johannesburg-raised and now based in Auckland, New Zealand, Fine creates music that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable - a sonic insight into his exploration of self, struggle, and transformation. |
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Airileke Airileke is a musical pioneer and a fighter for freedom, traversing a timeless sonic globe without frontiers. He is a composer, producer, and activist bridging ancient Melanesian rhythms with modern beats. Born in Australia with PNG roots, he champions cultural resistance through music. As Artistic Director, he’s led major Pacific events and founded Gaba Musik, spotlighting First Nations voices and West Papua’s ongoing struggle. |
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Akala Newman Akala Newman is the South-West Princess from Sydney—a Wiradjuri/Gadigal force of nature with a voice like silk and a fire that won’t burn out. Akala blends dark pop, hypnotic beats, and fierce storytelling to reclaim power, and identity. From opening Sydney’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks at the Opera House with her anthem Calling Country, to igniting the stage at VIVID Sydney, and Summer Camp Festival Akala commands every space she enters. Unapologetic. Untouchable. Unforgettable. |
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Ama Hailing from Western Sydney, 22-year-old Sri Lankan-Australian artist Ama is carving out her place in the indie-pop scene with compelling storytelling and introspective lyricism. A self-proclaimed emotional wreck turned songwriter, she brings a fresh and deeply personal touch to her music, drawing inspiration from artists like Devon Again, Alexander 23, Gracie Abrams. |
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Amélie Farren Amélie Farren is a singer-songwriter, recognised for her evocative lyrics and captivating melodies. Her music embodies a blend of dreamlike storytelling and shimmering allure, often concealing eerie undertones beneath the surface. With a delicate yet thought-provoking approach, each of her songs paints a unique and compelling narrative. |
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ATLVS Hailing from Gippsland, Victoria, ATLVS are a rising force in Australian metalcore. Known for their raw lyricism, crushing breakdowns, and unmissable live shows, they deliver an intense, emotionally charged sound that pushes genre boundaries and leaves a lasting impact with every performance. |
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AZURE RYDER Through the eyes of Azure Ryder nothing is more forever than stories. Since the emergence of her first EP ‘Running With The Wolves’ she unravelled us with her uniquely beautiful tone that effortlessly carried her disarming way with words. This garnered much early praise that the Sydney born singer/songwriter was undeniably born with music in her veins. Azure’s particularly enchanting craft is honed in the energetic and natural world, in which she continued to honour through her following second and third Eps. This earthy and spiritual undercurrent in harmony with her emotionally stirring lyricism casts a true spell, placing her in the linage of great female singer songwriters, from Stevie Nicks to Joni Mitchell. With a voice that sweeps like a bird on the breeze, it’s clear the Australian- Lebanese Songstress grasps the ability to warm into our hearts like honey. This new beginning, distinctly her own, bounds Azure and her music firmly in the light, so prepare to be drawn home and eased into the sweetest of dreams. |
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Bad Juju Bad Juju blend gritty alt-rock with emotional intensity, carving a unique space in Australia’s heavy music scene. Following their 2023 debut Blue Heaven, the band returns with a darker edge on their new EP, led by the single “Honey.” Powerful, raw, and relentless—Bad Juju are just getting started. |
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Bad/Love Bad/Love are Melbourne’s fiercest alt-rock disruptors, blending emotional intensity with crushing riffs and cinematic soundscapes. Known for their raw lyricism and genre-bending sound, they’ve carved a unique lane in Australia’s heavy scene. Unapologetically loud, heartbreakingly honest, and impossible to ignore. |
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BADASSMUTHA BADASSMUTHA writes songs for silly goose’s, soft ones, staunch ones, bubba ones, aunty ones and the mama ones. A Githabul, Migunberri-Yugumbeh, Gamilaroi woman residing and working between Tulmur and Magandjin, she is a seasoned multidisciplinary artist who weaves stories through lyrical wit-poetry, catchy melody, with an eclectic sound inspired by reggae, pop, soul, funk and a powerhouse presence. |
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Barkaa Entering the scene in 2020, the Malyangapa, Barkindji woman quickly became one of Australia’s most exciting new hip hop artists – balancing unbridled passion with an aggression previously side-stepped with care. Her acclaimed debut EP led to two ARIA nominations & a National Indigenous Music Award, with accolades from Triple J, Acclaim & the FBi SMAC Awards. 2024 was BARKAA’s biggest year to date – releasing Big Tidda, selling out the Sydney Opera House, a national tour, major awards & ARIA nomination for Best Live Act. She opened 2025 performing to crowds of up to 90,000, solidifying herself as a formidable force in Australian music. |
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BESTIES On the road to Punk, turning at the intersection of Pop and Hip-Hop you hear tires screech before shattered glass and twisted metal rain down on you. You turn to peer through your cracked window to see you've been t-boned by Sydney outfit, BESTIES. |
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BIG NOTER BIG NOTER is the all-new project from Aboriginal Australian icon BRIGGS, a proud Yorta-Yorta/Wurundjeri/Wemba-Wemba man from country Victoria. Having spent the past 15 years touring extensively across Australia and Europe, headlining shows, playing major festivals and supporting legendary artists such as Body Count, Ice Cube and Ghostface Killah, BRIGGS is now tapping into his hard-core, punk and metal roots, with a full live band in tow, trading Hip-hop beats for giant riffs in a return to the heavy sounds he grew up on. Working with acclaimed engineer & producer Nick Didia (RATM, Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen), BIG NOTER released their first single ‘Identity’ in April before debuting their live show supporting legendary Rage Against The Machine guitarist Tom Morello on his Australian tour. With the release of second single ‘Talk Straight’, a number of shows followed, including a European tour with Amyl and The Sniffers, an Australian tour with Karnivool, a sold out debut headline show at Melbourne's Northcote Social Club, and upcoming November tour with Skate Punk icons Suicidal Tendencies. With more shows to be announced and a debut album well on the way, BIG NOTER continue to storm their way through 2025 |
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BIRREN Bundjalung artist, Birren, has a deep love for music that started at a young age. His ocean-inspired rhythms are rooted in his childhood of surfing and fishing in his coastal home of Fingal Head in Northern NSW. Birren’s soothing voice and his rootsy sounds takes his audience on a journey of discovery allowing plenty of time to dance and enjoy the groove. His latest single, “Summer”, is available on all streaming platforms. |
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blue diner. Call and response vocals floating over lush, wall-of-noise soundscapes is a taste of what to expect from Meanjin band, blue diner. For fans of Slowdive, MBV, Sorry, Slow Pulp & Feeble Little Horse, the captivating four-piece emo dream-gaze band will become your new favourite. |
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Borderline Borderline is an indie pop band from New Zealand. In 2025, they announced signing to global independent label, EMPIRE, and released two standout singles, "When It’s Raining" and "New Romance." Making their mark overseas, they’ve debuted live in the US with shows at SXSW, New York, and Los Angeles. They also performed at The Great Escape in Brighton, including the "Ones to Watch" lineup, quickly establishing themselves as one of New Zealand’s most exciting musical exports. |
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Briana Dinsdale Timeless twang with a modern soul - that's one way to describe Briana Dinsdale. A 2025 Toyota Star Maker finalist with a top 10 national country radio hit Real Time Love, she’s played major festivals like Gympie and Groundwater, quickly earning a reputation as one of Australian country music’s most exciting singer-songwriters. |
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Buddy Knox Buddy’s music career started at just 15 years of age as a guitar player for many Australian Aboriginal Music pioneers. He toured here in Australia, and overseas before establishing himself as a Blues Artist. He is now a multi award-winning Blues man who has graced the stages of some of Australia’s biggest music festivals. He is known for his outstanding guitar prowess on his 335 Gibson, and for his own original songs and storytelling. |
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BVT BVT is a Rapper and producer, bringing dynamic performances to stages such as Sydney World Pride and even the Cahill Expressway next to the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Recently, BVT opened for Denzel Curry at the Hordern Pavilion, played support for Native American duo Snotty Nose Rez Kids and performed with artists like Haiku Hands, touring America supporting Big Freedia. An award-winning artist, BVT's work centres decolonising culture whilst bearing it as a future ancestor. |
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c_h_l__o_e c_h_l__o_e is a Wiradjuri DJ, producer & artist based in Newcastle /Mulubinba, NSW. With a hefty dose of electronic energy her sets balance textural, ambient and organic tracks to gritty, rhythmic, bass-driven sounds that will make you feel like you're in the middle of nowhere and whole body present at the same time. Performanced for Groovin the Moo, Lost Paradise, Steel City Dance Discs, Triple J Mix Up, Lost Sundays & Chinese Laundry. |
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Charli Lucas Charli Lucas, is known for her self deprecating lyricism and mindworming melodies. Her music blends modern indie-pop with elements of bedroom pop, singer-songwriter introspection and drum and bass. Her debut EP, released December 2024, has cultivated over 1M streams and was released alongside a sold-out headline show. In 2025 she has played support slots to 4000 capacity rooms (Alessia Cara National Tour), shows with Rolling Stones & is gearing up for a huge string of releases. |
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Charlie Needs Braces Charlie Needs Braces has drawn in audiences across Australia, their energetic musical landscapes weaving together stories and language. In 2022 they came first place in the Upstart Awards, and won the Archie Roach Award for Emerging Talent in 2023 through Music Victoria Awards. The sister duo have performed at several festivals including Share the Spirit, Woodford Folk Festival, St Kilda Festival, and supported The Teskey Brothers on their national tour with A Day on the Green January 2025. |
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CHEEKY LEASH Known to not take themselves too seriously, Cheeky Leash are serious about making music they love and sharing their recognisable indie rock sound. Recently releasing their highly anticipated debut EP The Burrow. It is to be the bands first body of work introducing their unique blend of diverse guitar driven sounds and raw, powerful lyrics drawn from their shared experiences. |
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Chloe Styler Chloe Styler was named ‘Breakout Artist of the Year’ at the 2024 Gold Coast Music Awards, and for good reason. With her knack for honest storytelling and earworm hooks, she’s played everywhere from CMA Fest and The Bluebird Café to Suncorp Stadium. She’s independently accumulated 600k+ streams and picked up award nominations to boot. Now, she’s carving out her own space with emotionally rich songs, a magnetic live presence and a clear vision for what's next. |
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Chor Bazaar Chor Bazaar is an Australian-based collective built on the back of its South Asian roots. The New Desi Sound. Since releasing their celebrated debut mixtape “Awaaz” & 2024's 'Loot Crate' tape, the Chors have been making noise worldwide, prompting collaborations with international acts including Raf Saperra, DJ Habibeats, Nash, Yung Singh and SXSW Sydney. With spins on Triple J, BBC Asian Network & Soulection Radio, Chor Bazaar is an unmistakeable contemporary voice of the South Asian diaspora. |
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Cloning Perth's Cloning has emerged as one of Australia’s most singular alt-rock acts — perceptive, uncompromising, and selling out shows nationwide. Their ethereal, immersive sound and emotionally resonant lyrics have sparked deep fan connection and millions of streams. A band building real momentum, the group carves their own lane. |
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Closure Sydney’s Closure is a hard-hitting post- hardcore band bringing raw intensity and emotion to every stage they hit. Composed of Lucy May, Lachlan Cronin, Connor Stewart, and Callum Gowing, the four-piece has carved out a reputation for their dynamic live energy and uncompromising sound. With major national tours already under their belt, Closure are quickly becoming a force to watch in the Australian heavy music scene. |
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Coast Arcade Coast Arcade is a high-energy indie rock band from Auckland, known for fusing 90s alt-rock grit with modern indie-pop hooks. Their explosive live shows, sharp songwriting, and tight musicianship have earned them a loyal following and growing international attention. With charting singles, sold-out shows, and support slots for Lime Cordiale and The Beths, they’re dialled in and ready to become one of the most exciting new exports in guitar music. |
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Cooper Smith Cooper Smith is an Australian DJ who is reshaping Melbourne’s music scene with electrifying beats and a relentless spirit. With a commitment to breaking barriers Cooper uses his platform to share not only incredible music but also a message of perseverance and inclusivity. |
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Cora Cora is a 19 year old singer/songwriter that goes for the jugular. Self-funding recordings since she was 16, with trips writing music in Sydney, London and Byron Bay. All of this has been without any public facing entity or music release, but that's about to change. |
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Corrella Quickly making a name for themselves with their sun-soaked reggae-inspired sound, Corrella have become a new favourite on the Aotearoa music scene. Their single ‘Blue Eyed Māori’ was the sleeper hit of 2023, with 2024 establishing them as one of the hottest live bands in the country. |
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Dani Enli Chinese-Australian artist Dani Enli from Perth is redefining modern pop with her unique blend of Pop, R&B, and Jersey Club. Garnering over 3 billion organic Instagram views and opening for Kennyon Brown, J.Tajor, and Teo Glacier, Dani is a self-written, self-produced artist and dancer, bringing unmatched artistry to every performance. |
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Darcie Haven Building a cult like following and critical acclaim, Darcie Haven is redefining the boundaries of diaristic songwriting in Australia. Blending unfiltered, raw songwriting with gritty indie-pop production, her lyrics leave you thinking you’ve overheard something you shouldn’t. Raised on a farm in a remote corner of WA, Darcie has supported the likes of Vance Joy, DMAs and San Cisco. More notably, the tight knit community banding around her music is turning heads across the country. |
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daste. daste. are a duo from the Gold Coast Australia who make catchy indie-pop music with smooth R&B/soul influences, crafting a sound that can be likened to a mix between LEISURE, Tora, Two Another and Jungle. Since forming in 2019 daste. have given us a variety of exceptional singles, two EPs with Palette (2019) and Same As It Ever Was (2020), plus two albums with dusk&dawn (2021) and dasteWORLD (2025), which together have amassed over 100 million streams on Spotify alone. By March 2023, daste. had achieved one of their long-term goals of reaching 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify, and by March 2024 they more than doubled that number reaching 2.5 million monthly listeners. They have supported the likes of Still Woozy, Tora, Sycco, Boo Seeka, Lastlings, Mickey Kojack & FELIVAND, performed at a variety of events such as EMC Sydney (2019), Mountain Goat Crawl (2023), Springtime (2023), Valley Fiesta (2024), SXSW Sydney (2024) and Cross The Tracks (UK - 2025), plus embarked on headline tours across Australia, North America, United Kingdom and Europe. In February 2025, daste. gave us their highly anticipation sophomore album dasteWORLD which has been met with much praise from music fans and curators across the globe. They are currently touring that album across North America, United Kingdom, Europe and Australia, and they’re not showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon... |
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Day We Ran Day We Ran are a guitar-driven rock band. Fusing the laid-back vibes of indie surf rock with captivating vocal harmonies, the band have captivated audiences across the world. With a growing international following and a recent sync feature on Netflix's Outer Banks, Day We Ran are ready to take their unique sound to a global stage. |
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DENIM If you still only know Denim as Mallrat’s DJ, you’re out of the loop - time to catch up (kinda embarrassing for you, tbh). Real name, real swag - Denim’s been carving out her own lane, blending the raw, tropical charm of Far North Queensland with the culture-dripped coolness of Naarm’s club scene. After cutting her teeth on the road with Mallrat - including sets at Splendour in the Grass and a support slot for actual Kylie Minogue - Denim is stepping into her solo era. She’s already left her mark at Beyond The Valley and shut it down supporting Artemas on his sold-out Australian tour. Her sound? Equal parts sugar-rush and steel cap. Think SOPHIE-style sparkle meets Nike TN stompers in a dark warehouse. One moment she’s deep in hyperfeminine e-girl dreamscapes (“In My Head”), the next she’s delivering eshay-core techno chaos (“Nike Store”). Her sets are loose, instinctive, and a little unhinged - in the best way. There’s humour in her world, but nothing ironic. She’s not chasing cool - she is cool. And you know it. This is Denim’s world now. You’re just living in it. xx |
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Denzel Kennedy Denzel Kennedy is a Meanjin (Brisbane) based Indigenous Hip-Hop & Rap artist. Denzel blends traditional hip-hop elements with boom-bap and jazz influences, creating a sound that is both contemporary and culturally resonant. Through his music, Denzel explores narratives, experiences, and challenges in his life, bringing these stories to a broader audience. |
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disphing Off the heels of their 2024 album "href", 18-year-old producer and songwriter Ellis Pearson, known online as disphing, is finally bringing their signature brand of glitch-infused electropop to the IRL stages of BIGSOUND! Fans of Porter Robinson, Flume and underscores should definitely keep an ear out for this guy :3 |
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dogworld dogworld strikes a mercurial sound, a vivid collision of skeletal post-punk and indie rock, tethered by razor-sharp melodic intuition. Since forming in 2021, dogworld have forged a balance of instinct and ceaseless creativity, strengthened by enduring closeness. Now based in Melbourne, dogworld are a vital act to watch in 2025 – the release of their debut EP ‘RANGE’ (2024) scoring fans globally in Anthony Fantano, KEXP, The Matt Wilkinson Show on Apple Music’s Radio 1 and BBC R6’s Nabihah Iqbal. |
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Down And Out Blending various aspects of genres from the alternative scene, Down And Out make it a point to never tread the same ground twice. Having recorded and released 3 EP's with producer Stevie Knight (Stand Atlantic, RedHook), Down And Out have just wrapped on a fourth and are looking to make 2025 and 2026 their biggest years yet. |
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Dylan Wright Dylan Wright, winner of Australian Idol 2024, has quickly rose to prominence in Australian country music with a #1 ARIA Country EP and a Golden Guitar nomination for Best New Talent. Signed to Sony Music Australia, Dylan blends traditional storytelling with modern flair, captivating audiences nationally and internationally. |
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effe effe is an alternative pop artist and producer. Drawing inspiration sonically from Dido, Björk and Lana Del Rey, her songs are introspective, weaving together themes of tragic romance and lust with heavily processed drums and trip-hop like samples. Layered with her sultry vocals, effe invites listeners into a world that is both dreamlike and visceral, offering a soundtrack adaptable for life’s pains and pleasures. |
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Eliza & the Delusionals Eliza & The Delusionals are a rising force in Australian indie pop-rock. With breakout single Just Exist topping SiriusXM AltNation, collaborations with Butch Vig and Sarah Aarons, and tours with Silversun Pickups and The Front Bottoms, they’ve built a global presence with emotional lyricism and captivating live performances. |
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Ella Ion Emerging from Kaurna Land (Adelaide, Australia), fragmented-folk musician Ella Ion crafts music that cuts deep to the core. Drawing on influences of indie-rock, folk and country, her eloquent lyricism and masterful musical control delivers a cacophony of raw emotion, anchored by grit and heart. |
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Elly-May Barnes It’s fair to say,Elly-May Barnes is an artist who has always been ahead of her time. So eager to join the ranks of her prolifically musical family, Elly was born 14 weeks premature with the odds of survival not on her side. But she didn’t just survive, she arrived with unwavering strength that continues to shine though her music and performance to this day. At 12 years old, Elly-May started singing and touring with her father, Jimmy . For decades, Elly worked hard honing her craft with the family band to become a certified professional, though barely old enough to buy a drink at a bar. “Music has as always been my greatest source of joy and has got me through my darkest times. Creating my own music, my own little world has been such an amazing, fun and emotional process and I can’t wait to share it with the world. I hope people connect with it.” |
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EMEREE EMEREE is the project born by Australia's standout musician, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Gabrielle Emery. Known for her incredible whistle notes, four-octave vocal range and harmony stacks, 90’s R&B flair, and warm production, EMEREE is unmissable. After millions of streams, being named NME's 'Top 100 Artists to Watch of 2025' and Splice's 'Producers to watch', EMEREE proudly represents female producers and the queer community. |
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Flamingo Pier Flamingo Pier is a New Zealand-born dance act blending house, disco, and funk. With millions of streams and acclaimed EPs on Soundway and Razor-N-Tape, their dynamic five-piece live show has toured globally-highlighted by a 10-city U.S. tour and sold-out shows in London, Berlin, and Auckland. |
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Flynn Gurry Hailing from Warrnambool, Victoria, Flynn Gurry has been making massive waves in the Aus music scene. After an incredible 2024 supporting the likes of King Stingray, Ash Grunwald, Kim Churchill, he won triple j Unearthed’s One Night Stand, playing alongside G Flip, Ruel, Thelma Plum, and became a triple j Unearthed Feature Artist and toured with The Dreggs. In 2025 he signed to Cult Artists and Woolstore Music and a freshly inked record deal with ABC Music. |
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Frank and Louis Sunshine Coast brothers Frank & Louis achieved the rare feat of being back-to-back Triple J Unearthed High finalists with their first two releases, 'FAT MAN' (2024) and 'King Baby' (2025). With their final year of schooling coming to a close, and years spent busking, developing their live craft, they’re keen to turn it up to eleven in 2026. |
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Frankie Venter Frankie Venter is a rising New Zealand artist who’s built a devoted following in just 12 months. She’s earned millions of views, hundreds of thousands of streams, and opened for Coldplay at two sold-out Eden Park shows. She has headlined a 7-show nationwide tour this year and is touring as Six60's main support—marking her as one of the country’s most exciting new voices. |
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Fred Leone Genre defying artist and Aboriginal Songman Fred Leone teams up with platinum award winning music producer and multi-instrumentalist Leigh Roy Ryan, also known as Plutonic Lab. This musical partnership delves into the world of deep soul with embedded stories of Leone's personal experiences as a First Nations person. Tales of social justice, grief, beauty and love shine through in this breathtaking walk into the unknown. |
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George Alice Vivid and vulnerable, George’s songs detail the familiar feeling of isolation and contradiction her generation have been forced to reckon with, and the dark humour and creativity used as weapons to overcome it. More stamps from suburban nightclubs than stamps in the passport. Simple, hardworking Australian values by parents born from the loose energy of Manchester's culture revolution. Guitar songs turned dancefloor. (Un)serious business from an (un)serious person. |
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Georgia Knight Georgia Knight is an Australian singer, songwriter and musician, based in Lyttelton, New Zealand and Naarm / Melbourne. Primarily composing and performing her songs on an autoharp, Georgia’s stage presence is as timeless as her voice is otherworldly. As she meanders through elements of folk, trip-hop, noise, synth soundscapes, dusty loops and samples, Georgia’s songs bloom into a collage of pop music heavily entwined with the avant-garde. |
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GLVES GLVES (pronounced Gloves) is a Kaurareg, Fijian First Nations alt-pop artist born in lutruwita (Tasmania) and based in Magandjin (Brisbane). Known for her emotive storytelling, layered vocals, and immersive electronic textures, her sound is cinematic and bold, yet tender - music that lives between worlds. A captivating presence on major stages, GLVES has performed at renowned festivals including Dark Mofo, Splendour in the Grass, Ministry of Sound Classical, and Yabun, with her upcoming performance at Blak Day Out. She also supported Icelandic artist Ásgeir at his Brisbane show, showcasing her ability to command large audiences with her emotionally charged performances. Her visual work, which she produces herself, extends her sensibility into the surreal and futuristic. GLVES earned Best Cinematography at the 2021 Reels Music Video Awards, Best Music Video at the 2022 Sydney Women’s International Film Festival, and a Highly Commended Music Video at the 2021 Queensland Music Awards. In 2023, she created the theme song for the Australian Women in Music Awards, and her track Heal Me is currently featured in the Brisbane Festival 2025 advertising campaign. Emotionally powerful and creatively distinct, GLVES is a voice for those finding strength in their softness. |
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Good Sniff Good Sniff are a garage punk-rock duo formed on the Bellarine Peninsula. Made up of bassist Elias Hodson and drummer/vocalist Lachie Brown. Their music has taken them across multiple venues and festivals around Australia, putting them on stages with artists including Wavves, Civic, The Grogans, Skegss, Old Mervs and Ruby Fields. |
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Grace Alexandra Grace Alexandra is a dynamic 15-year-old singer-songwriter from South East Queensland, whose creativity and dedication have swiftly propelled her into the limelight. A finalist at the prestigious Bluesfest and the Gympie Muster - Grace’s original songs and distinct style have captivated audiences and secured her performances commissioned by Moreton Bay Tourism and various local councils. Deeply inspired by her First Nations heritage and experiences as a neurodivergent individual, Grace aims to empower similar young musicians with her evocative lyrics and innovative melodies. Her music journey is marked by notable achievements. Through her artistic expressions, Grace Alexandra hopes to inspire and pave the way for the next generation of artists, continuing to break boundaries and celebrate her heritage. |
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Grecco Romank Tāmaki Makaurau trio Grecco Romank crafts "luxuriously bogan techno" where opera meets industrial beats. Since 2020, this unholy trinity—classical soprano, menacing growler, and synth doom—has earned NZ Student Radio's #1 song (2023), an Aotearoa Music Awards nomination, and Rolling Stone's praise as "the rave you inevitably find yourself drawn into." Their third album "Arts Colony" arrives May 2025 with a 300-page collaborative art book. |
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Harper Bloom In 2025, indie-pop singer-songwriter, Harper Bloom returns with her third EP, House of Cards — an explosive ode to queer self-expression, produced by Edward Quinn (Royel Otis, G-Flip, Sycco) and Tim Cox (Woodes) and mixed by Liam Quinn (Peach PRC, Ruel). Recently gracing the stage at Beyond the Valley and supporting acts like James Marriott (UK) at a sold-out Northcote Theatre, LGBTQIA+ artist, Harper Bloom is showing no signs of slowing down. |
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Hatchie Giving the World Away, the sophomore album from Hatchie, is the truest introduction to the songwriter at the helm of the project, Harriette Pilbeam. Although her sound arrived fully-formed, a dazzling dream-pop and shoegaze tangle, it’s here that Hatchie fully distills the core of herself into a record. Incisive and probing, GTWA is a relic of the power and bravery that spring forth from embracing vulnerability and putting your heart on the line. |
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HEADSEND HEADSEND is a rock band from the outskirts of Byron Bay, Australia. Founded by Rasmus King (vocals/guitar), the band delivers raw, nostalgic energy infused with a modern edge. HEADSEND have been in the studio working with acclaimed producers Mike Crossey (Arctic Monkeys, The 1975) and Nick DiDia (Pearl Jam, Rage Against the Machine), with new music set for release later in 2025. |
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Heartline Heartline is Luke Taylor, Nevenko Sarunic, George Carey and Oscar Taylor. They have continuously shown themselves as an exciting and promising act to watch in the Australian alternative music scene Since their debut in 2019. Winning over thousands across Australia pairing their fresh sound with a relentless, energetic and captivating live performance. |
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heyzuko! heyzuko! is a 17-year-old Filipino artist from Perth, WA. Amassing over 1.5M+ streams across his music, heyzuko! brings together a sound that is familiar, yet entirely his own, with a versatile range of musical influence from Hip-Hop, R&B, and Pop artists, such as The Kid LAROI, keshi, iann dior, and more. |
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Homesick Homesick is a punk/hardcore band originating from Darug land (Western Sydney). The music is aggressive, politically charged and emotive. |
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Horse Indie post-punk from Mulubinba. Forming in December 2024, Horse have created a structured soundscape for their live performances. Blending ambient and driving guitars with high energy drums supported by enhancing bass and embellishing keys. |
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IJALE Producer, vocalist, and performer IJALE is a self-contained master of his sound. Blending Afrocentric rhythms with jazz, soul, R&B, and hip-hop, his work channels his Nigerian heritage and Australian roots, offering a textured, genre-bending experience that’s both deeply personal and unapologetically bold. From having his music featured in the A24-produced hit Horror Film "Talk To Me" to producing and collaborating with some of Australia's finest, IJALE's sound is to be experienced and not ignored. |
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INKABEE INKABEE is a 12-year-old Noongar Wongi hip-hop artist from Boorloo (Perth), WA, who burst onto the scene at just 11 with his debut track Beat the Odds. The single earned two WAM Award nominations and national radio support, marking the start of his rise. Since then, INKABEE has dropped standout tracks including Saved by the Bell, No Warning (with JJ Vacant), and his latest RnB-infused single Fall. INKABEE was invited with his Dad, FLEWNT to appear on Triple J's bars of steel performing their original track "We Dat Good"— a father-son anthem — that amassed over 9 million TikTok views and earned them a spot on America’s Got Talent, where Simon Cowell called their performance “a moment”, they went on to the quarter finals. He’s performed at SXSW Austin TX and Sydney(where Chance the Rapper introduced him as the future of Australian Hip Hop), VIVID Sydney, and the Sydney Opera House, and opened major events including the AFL Indigenous Round and Rugby 7s World Cup. In 2024, he headlined the Boorloo Block Party and its regional tour, Block Party Boom, visiting Broome, Busselton, and Geraldton. 2025 looks exciting with upcoming international shows in Canada and the U.S plus brand partnerships with Nike and JD Sports. |
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Intermood Swearing an allegiance to always bring the ruckus, Intermood's blend of instrumental psychedelic jazz and high energy neo-disco has emerged out of sweaty sold out shows within Melbourne/Naarm's thriving dance scene. Following the success of their debut EP, 'Casuarina', an East Coast Tour and performances at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival and Strawberry Fields, the group is set to continue carving out their own space within Australia's instrumental and dance worlds. |
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James Range Band We are a young up and coming band out of Utju, west of Alice Springs. We plan to make you stop, listen and dance to our incredible sounds. We sing bilingually in both Pitjantjatjara and English about our families, culture and our land. |
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JÄMO & Kumi JÄMO is redefining Naarm’s underground with euphoric, high-energy sets blending Trance, Techno, Breaks, and UKG. With 10M+ streams and support from icons like Patrick Mason and Hans Zimmer, he’s played A3, Let Them Eat Cake, and Beyond The Valley. JÄMO crafts timeless moments that echo far beyond Australia. Kumi is a 24-year-old DJ and producer from Melbourne, blending Trance, UKG, and Hard House. With over 1M streams and support from heavyweights like Patrick Mason and Girls Don’t Sync, he’s played major festivals including Beyond The Valley, Let Them Eat Cake, and A3. Cementing his place in Australia’s next wave of electronic talent. |
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Jet Vesper Jet Vesper is the genre-blending singer, producer and songwriter behind a fresh sonic adventure that’s as intimate as it is infectious. With a distinctive groove rooted in the golden era of funk, yacht rock and disco, his music adds a modern twist—effortlessly bridging nostalgic soul and futuristic pop. Think Curtis Mayfield meets Daft Punk on a sun-drenched beach in 2030, where shimmering synths, velvety vocals and deep basslines conjure a sound that’s both timeless and cutting-edge. His intricate melodies and smooth production have drawn comparisons to Parcels, Jungle and Tom Misch, setting the stage for a vibrant musical journey you can’t ignore. Named in NME’s prestigious “Top 100 New Artists” list, the magazine described his music as “destined to slip down as smoothly as its cocktail namesake, and leave you just as woozy.” Likewise, Earmilk called his sound “perfect for an evening soirée”, blending into the atmosphere of late-night cityscapes and sun-kissed dance floors alike. With growing recognition on the global scene, Jet Vesper is landing tastemaker playlists, international radio spins and festival slots—proof his yacht rock funk-infused sound is here to stay. He’s crafting infectious hooks and warm, nostalgic tracks for a new generation. |
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Jet Walker Jet Walker hails from a small country town in Queensland, Australia. Raised on a diverse mix of music, his strongest influences have always been country and hip hop. Over the past year, he’s been pushing creative boundaries and experimenting with new sounds, aiming to craft a style that truly represents who he is, where he comes from, and where he’s headed. Jet Walker is just getting started—and there’s plenty more music to come. |
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Josh Hannan Sometimes you hear a voice that stops you in your tracks. One so classic and pure it can only be described as golden. A voice as skilled at portraying the gritty, raw emotion of heartbreak as it is the dizzying highs of a first kiss. Melbourne-born singer-songwriter Josh Hannan has such a voice. |
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Josh Setterfield You haven’t seen energy in country music until you’ve seen Josh Setterfield. With over 8.5 million streams, 120K+ followers, and 4x CMT #1s, he’s a genre-defying, trailblazing powerhouse. Debuting at #2 on the ARIA charts, Josh brings a global outlook and a high-voltage live show to stages across Canada, USA, UK — and made his CMC Rocks debut in 2024. Often described as the “Motley Crue of country,” he’s not just pushing boundaries — he’s creating a whole new lane. |
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Josie Raised on red dirt roads and diesel fumes, Josie is a North Queensland country artist with grit in her lyrics and attitude in her boots. From viral anthems to festival stages, she’s forging her own sound - unapologetically raw, fiercely Aussie, and built for the long haul. |
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Kaiit With honeyed vocals, a magnetic spirit & early co-signs from Erykah Badu and Jill Scott, KAIIT stands as one of Australia’s most compelling musical forces. Conjuring a blend of neo-soul, hip-hop, with the feeling of intimate jazz club magic, KAIIT doesn’t fit in a box, she builds the room. |
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Kat Edwards Making the move from Nipaluna/Hobart, Kat Edwards is a compelling voice in the indie-pop/singer-songwriter world, effortlessly blending ethereal melodies with emotionally charged lyrics. With her deep, haunting voice and honest songwriting, the magic of a Kat Edwards song lies in its ability to leave a lasting emotional imprint—a lyric, a note, a moment that will resonate with listeners long after the music ends. |
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Kayps Born in Broome, Western Australia, Kurrungaya Bieundurry known professionally as Kayps, is a 19 year old Indigenous Walmatjarri and Bunuba Hip-Hop artist now based in Perth/Boorloo. Kayps writes and produces focusing on lyrical and melodic vocal performances with his signature ability to go from melodic catchy hooks to reaching breakneck speed flows on hip hop breakdowns, something many artists spend years cultivating. |
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Kobie Dee Kobie Dee is a proud Gomeroi rapper and storyteller from Maroubra, South Sydney, known for his raw honesty and lyrical brilliance. Signed to Bad Apples Music, he uses hip-hop as a powerful tool for healing, truth-telling, and uplifting his community. With standout releases like Gratitude Over Pity and Chapter 26, Kobie shares unflinching stories of resilience, fatherhood, and cultural pride. Beyond the mic, he’s a youth ambassador and host of his podcast Know Role Models, inspiring the next generation of First Nations leaders. Passionate and purposeful, Kobie Dee is more than an artist, he's a voice for change and hope. |
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KSMBA A rising force in Australia’s underground electronic scene, KSMBA has graced the decks of some of the country's most iconic clubs and Festivals. KSMBA’s artistry is a fusion of music, culture, and identity, a deeply personal yet universally resonant expression of self. Their music isn’t just sound; it’s a statement. A resistance to the heaviness. A space for vulnerability and connection. |
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KYE Since bursting onto the scene, KYE has captivated audiences with her signature, sun-soaked sound that effortlessly bridges indie-pop and R&B, crafting feel good anthems that celebrate joy, culture, and community. From Zimbabwe to London to Naarm, KYE’s journey is one of fearless self-expression: an ever evolving artist with an undeniable, magnetic energy. |
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Last Quokka Last Quokka are a garage punk band from Walyalup (Fremantle), blending raw energy with sharp political lyricism. Known for their chaotic live shows and DIY ethos, they’ve carved out a fierce presence in the Aussie underground, tearing into the realities of life in contemporary Australia with heart, humour, and urgency. |
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LATE 90s Hailing from Perth, Australia, LATE 90s are an alt-rock powerhouse infusing '90s nostalgia with a contemporary edge.Their infectious melodies, pulsating rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics, have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. Drawing inspiration from iconic acts like Deftones, Paramore and Basement, LATE 90s has crafted a distinctive sound that reveres the past while forging new sonic territories. |
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LAZY GHOST LAZY GHOST drift somewhere between the coastline and the chaos - sun-drenched, sharp-tongued, and impossible to ignore. Their psychedelic surf rock leans into the good times, but never looks away from the mess beneath. With Triple J Unearthed rotation, sold-out shows across Australia and New Zealand, and a set at Splendour in the Grass, they’ve become a band that doesn’t just play to the room - they charge it, flip it, and leave it humming. |
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Le Shiv The journey of Le Shiv took flight amidst the buzzing parties of LA where their captivating live performances quickly became the talk of the town. Before long, they found themselves sharing stages alongside renowned acts like Group Love, Ocean Alley, and Lime Cordiale, earning accolades for their mesmerizing shows. |
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Letters to Lions After a 7-year hiatus, Letters to Lions have returned to a huge wave of fan support. Their new music has been featured on Spotify’s New Music Friday US, Egypt, and Rock the World playlists. With over 17 million streams and a jump from 80k to 300k monthly listeners, the band is reaching new heights. Recent sold-out shows across Australia and New Zealand reaffirm their reputation as one of indie rock’s most compelling live acts. |
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Loose Content Loose Content is a three-piece alt-rock band hailing from the hinterland of Byron Bay and now splitting their time between the Northern Rivers and Naarm/Melbourne, and formed during high-school by close friends MiLLa, Sam Sanders and Aquila Porter. Their sophomore EP produced by Dan Luscombe (The Drones, Amyl and the Sniffers, Bad Dreems) will be released in the second half of 2025 in support of headline shows and dates with The Preatures and Grinspoon. |
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Lucky Growing up in Staghorn Flat, Victoria, Lucky burst onto the scene in flurry of fuzzy guitars and captivating storytelling. Blending the raw energy of alternative rock, with the dreamy haze of modern indie, her music captures the nuances of life's everyday moments and dives deep, putting you right at the centre of her world. |
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LUMENS LUMENS is a progressive metalcore band from Adelaide, Australia. At its core, LUMENS is about embracing the raw, unfiltered moments of life — the struggle, the chaos, the resilience, and the triumphs. Their music is the declaration, the reflection, and the call to arms for those who challenge, who question, and who feel too deeply. Through dissonance and melody, they give voice to the beautifully broken and the quietly defiant. |
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Lyric 21-year-old singer/songwriter and producer Lyric is quickly becoming one of Australia’s most exciting new artists. She’s sold out every date of her debut headline tour, been announced on Spilt Milk alongside Kendrick Lamar, and just sold out her London and Manchester shows in under two hours. With triple j high rotation, Spotify and Apple playlisting, viral TikToks, and a dedicated fanbase lining up hours before shows, Lyric is building a movement, not just momentum. |
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Mannequin Death Squad MDS is an instrument swapping, rock/grunge/punk band from Melbourne, Australia. Mixing catchy pop melodies with punk rock riffs, and an infectiously energetic live show. Touring worldwide completely DIY, MDS have shared the stage with many including: Suicidal Tendencies, Hollywood Undead, Soft Play, NENA, Soulfly, DZ Deathrays, Frenzal Rhomb and WAAX. Their sophomore album ‘Wise and Dangerous’ released April 4th, 2025 independently. The album charted at #3 on the Indie charts (AIR) and is currently nominated for the Australian Music Prize. It was toured around Australia concluding with a sold out Northcote Social Club and a close to sold out 'second show' at the Tote Hotel in Melbourne. The duo have just returned from touring Europe, selling out headline shows and touring with DZ Deathrays and Press Club. They're set to perform at BIGSOUND Festival this September for the first time. Previous years have featured six international tours around Europe/UK, including various festivals, supports, sold out club shows as well as a headline set at Ziro Festival in the foothills of the Himalayas in India. The band has garnered some serious press of late, being featured in Rolling Stone (IN), shared on Spotify’s New Music Friday, All New Rock, Fresh Finds, Rock Out and New Noise editorial playlists as well as being listed in the KERRANG! Chart (UK). Their latest single Safe and Warm ft. DZ Deathrays was featured on Triple J’s ‘Short Fast Loud’ as well as various radio stations across the world. 'Wise and Dangerous' was listed as PBS.FM's 'Top 10' albums to check out. Previous highlights include being handpicked by Mike Muir to support Suicidal Tendencies on their Sold-Out Australian Tour and the band’s debut album “Super Mental Psycho” was co-produced with Australian producer Mark Opitz (AC/DC, INXS, The Angels, Divinyls). |
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Mariae Cassandra Mariae Cassandra is a 17-year-old upcoming artist from Perth, Western Australia. Known from her YouTube videos, to Instagram posts, to millions of views on her TikTok, to now a emerging Singer-Songwriter. Taking out the annual triple j Unearthed High competition in September 2024 with her song ‘Million Billion Trillion’ – a love song dedicated to her bestie – Mariae creates timeless and catchy songs with the sonic magic and whimsy of her inspirations beabadoobee and Clairo. |
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Marlon MARLON is one of Australia's fast emerging singer songwriters catapulting into co-writing songs with Australian Hip Hop stars such as Urthboy, with Rap/Hip Hop Powerhouse A.B Original, ARIA award winners 3%, and the most recent smash hit ‘The Gift’ with Rap Giants Hilltop Hoods. Marlon blends captivating vocals with the sonic influences Miguel, The Weeknd and N.E.R.D to grab audiences with soulful storytelling lyricism. |
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Mel Blue Mel Blue are an electronic trio crafting emotionally charged dance music that blends nostalgic melancholy with forward-thinking energy. They’ve built a reputation for euphoric, introspective tracks drawing from house, breakbeat, UK garage and more. After moving to London and immersing in club culture, the trio faced unexpected personal challenges. Now back in Australia, they’ve returned with a renewed creative spark and a sound that’s faster, rawer, and unmistakably their own. |
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Michael Honan Michael Honan, a Warrnambool-born Australian country artist, draws inspiration from Larry Fleet and Keith Urban. A perfectionist, he started guitar at six and gained local support with COVID-era covers. His 2025 single, "She's To Blame," a heartfelt nod to Luke Combs, celebrates love’s healing power. Honan refined his craft in Nashville’s SongHubs camp, won the Ridin' Starts competition, and performed at CMC Rocks 2025. |
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Mid Drift Bursting with sun-soaked melodies and woozy guitar licks, indie-rock sweethearts Mid Drift have swiftly captured the hearts of their hometown Brisbane and are rapidly building a loyal following nationwide. Between multiple sold-out headliner shows across the country and major support slots alongside Aussie crowd favourites Old Mervs, Rum Jungle and DICE, the female fronted 5-piece show no signs of slowing down with their sophomore EP set for release in October 2025. |
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Mikeyy Mikeyy is a 22 year old DJ, producer and vocalist who's self produced, wholesome but high energy sound has taken him to major festivals such as Rhythm and Vines and seen him support some of the biggest acts in the world such as Chase and Status. 2025 is ready for new music. |
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Mincy Mincy is a sharp, fierce representative of heavy, fast and bass focused underground dance music, not only as a DJ, but as a label head, producer and promoter. The Extra Spicy founder, Sydney/Eora based artist, has an already flooding resumé that has seen her release on an array of esteemed record labels like EC2A, Gallery Recs, Time Is Now and has performed at some massive events like Spilt Milk, Boiler Room & Lost Paradise more. |
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MOZË MOZË is a Naarm/Melbourne-based vocalist, producer, pianist, and songwriter blending Neo-Soul, Cinematic Pop, and Alt-Electronica. Drawing from her studies in jazz and electronic production, she creates immersive sonic worlds rich in synths and textured soundscapes. On stage, she transforms her recordings into intimate yet cinematic performances. Whether solo or with a band, MOZË’s performances hold you in space of intimacy, vulnerability and cinema. |
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mumfighter Marrickville-based rapper/producer/hairdresser/rollerblader mumfighter is the glittery glitch in the algorithm. Fronted by Jarrah, a Campbelltown-born and raised gremlin with feral ADHD energy, they sling sticky West Sydney hooks over digipunked-out noise tantrums—a sound bouncing between The Streets, The Prodigy, and MSI, with a peppering of emo. Armed with an overstimulating live show featuring pool noodles and yo-yo demonstrations, they're as keen to demolish the barriers between genres as they are your ears. |
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Nate G His impact on the Australian hip-hop scene is already undeniable. He’s been featured on Triple J, including a Bars of Steel performance, and has received national airplay across both community and commercial radio. On stage, Nate has proven his ability to command large crowds, playing at major festivals like Splendour in the Grass and Laneway while also headlining shows across key Australian cities, with sold-out performances in select venues. |
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nightlight nightlight are a Melbourne-based trio carving their place in the Australian alternative music scene. Blending elements of hyperpop, metalcore and alternative pop, nightlight refuse to be defined by genre, creating a fierce and electrifying sound. Their live performance combines popstar arena atmosphere with a crowd-moving festival energy, which should be seen to be believed. |
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Phoebe Rings Phoebe Rings grew up in the Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland music ecosystem, performing gigs in their unique signature blend of jazz-inspired dream-pop and building a devoted fanbase. They formed in 2019, having met through mutual creative friends and projects, with their first major gig opening for The Beths. |
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Pisco Sour In the world of Pisco Sour, the mantra is simple but powerful: play gigs and have fun. This born and bred Melbourne 5-piece promises more than just a gig, they deliver an electric experience that transforms every venue into a big fat vibe. |
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Polish Club Polish Club are an independent two piece rock and roll band from Gadigal Land, Australia. They just released their fifth album (if you can call 18 minutes an album) and are already recording the next. They're loud, soulful, and no one has ever really told them they're bad, so they must be decent. |
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Purée With an electric passion for creating sound and building atmosphere wherever they go, Matt, Jack, Liam and Mackenzie capture their humorous and dynamic personalities through their tight bond as Purée. With an energetic, dynamic sound inspired by elements of indie rock and jangle pop music – their chameleon-like qualities guarantee they have a song and sound for everyone. |
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RAGEFLOWER RAGEFLOWER is a Sydney-based singer/songwriter blending ethereal, melancholic sounds with hard hitting indie rock and stadium sized guitars. Featured in The Buoys’ Top 10 for Triple J’s Hottest Seat, and Named one of Thomas Bleach’s Top 5 Unsigned Artists to Watch, RAGEFLOWER is rapidly gaining momentum in Australia’s indie scene. |
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REDD. REDD. isn’t just making music – they’re sharing their identity with the world. What you hear and see with the 19-year-old talent is who they are. Their effortless blend of punk-meets-hip hop-meets-pop is equal parts hooky, energetic and angsty – celebrating the carefree reality of the present, while accepting both the dread & promise of the future. Add to that a love for theatre and music, and it’s clear REDD.’s path to self-discovery has been anything but conventional. |
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Rexy Rexy is an indie pop/alternative singer/songwriter & produces his own songs. Rexy's incredible vocals & skilled guitar playing create a fun & easy-listening experience. With a sound influenced by pop, alternative rock, indie folk, & shoegaze that creates a unique blend of sounds. Rexy is the first soloist to win the Sandgate Youth Fest in 2023, 2024 best original song winner-city of Moreton Bay, performed in 2024 Woodford Folk Festival, & won the 2025 Qube Effect Best Original Song |
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Ringlets Post-punk quartet Ringlets emerged from Aotearoa’s musical ether in 2021, carving out space with their distinct blend of wit, grit, and sonic technicality. June 27th sees Ringlets release their sophomore album, The Lord Is My German Shepherd (Time for Walkies). Produced by Ringlets alongside Michael Logie (The Mint Chicks) and mixed at Abbey Road, the album conjures mystic visions, takes raucous, unkempt, yet solely committed turns, twists, and tiptoes delicately between the absurd and the divine. |
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RNZŌ RNZŌ, an 18-year-old Samoan-Māori hip hop artist from Kawerau, Aotearoa, is set to make waves at Big Sound 2025 in Australia. Pronounced "ren-zo," this raw talent has skyrocketed in just 12 months, with a debut hit "Taniwharau," his album RNZŌ SZN (Feb 2025), performances at Laneway Festival 2025, Boiler Room Aotearoa 2024, and Others Way 2025. He’s also toured Australia with ZIPS, Church & AP, deadforest and Dera Meelan, earning nominations for the 2025 AMA Best Hip Hop Artist and Pacific Music Awards. |
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Robbie Mortimer Robbie Mortimer is a country rock artist from Orange, NSW known for his captivating stage presence and infectious anthems. With a sound that blends modern country energy and heartfelt storytelling, he’s gained millions of streams and a loyal following. Robbie’s music captures the spirit of freedom, resilience, and the thrill of chasing dreams with his life motto "take the biggest bite you can and chew like hell". Robbie radiates with authenticity and boundless optimism. |
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Robert Baxter Robert Baxter is a Taiwanese Queer artist creating genre-blending pop influenced by fashion and ballroom culture. Backed by triple j and Rage, they’ve headlined sold-out shows, played Midsumma and Moomba, and curated Club Cupid. Delivering raw, ever-evolving live sets, they’ve cemented themselves as one of Australia’s most exciting new acts. |
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Rod Coote Rod Coote is an Australian singer-songwriter bringing a warm breathe of fresh air to indie folk music. His songs have accumulated over 7 million streams on Spotify independently, touring headline shows across Australia, Europe, UK and has supported acts Ziggy Alberts, The Dreggs, Steph Strings, Kim Churchill & Morgan Evans. |
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Seb Szabo Seb Szabo is letting his guard down. The charming Melbourne songwriter shares heartfelt, cinematic fragments of his life for dreamers, road-trippers & everyday people. Building a groundswell of loyal followers by performing in unique live spaces (backyards, warehouses), Szabo’s lyric-driven singalongs capture the colours of romance: dancing in the kitchen, crushing on strangers, exploring new cities, getting ghosted, and imagining then dashing entire futures over a cup of coffee. |
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Serendipiti Serendipiti is fizzy indie folk-pop - bursting with ethereal charm. Joining Bigsound 2025 as Triple J Unearthed Comp winner, Serendipiti’s recent singles ‘Kinda F*cked’ and ‘Distance’ have been praised for their emotional, diary-entry delicacy and hauntingly sweet, cinematic sound, as she paves the way for her upcoming debut EP. Coming off a run of supports with Infinity Song (USA), Thelma Plum, and Jem Cassar-Daley, Serendipiti is sweeping straight across stages into hearts. |
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Shock Corridor Melbourne/Naarm 6-piece Shock Corridor are making music that turns your favourite things inside out and back to front. With roots in dark-wave, trip-hop, and post-punk, the band offers a triptych of macabre imagery nestled inside the comfort of an iron lung. |
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sleepazoid sleepazoid are an alt-rock quintet comprising of vocalist and guitarist Nette France, bassist Josef Pabis, drummer and vocalist Luca Soprano, and dual guitarists’ George Inglis and Jim Duong. Fusing the raw energy of grunge, the atmospheric depth of shoegaze, and the driving rhythms of post punk, the collective offer a distinct and assured sound best exemplified in their self-recorded and produced 2024 debut ‘running with the dogs’. |
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Son Jnr Son Jnr is a soulful singer-songwriter from the Far North of Aotearoa. Now based on the lands of Magandjin (Brisbane, QLD, AUS), he weaves ancestral pride with genre-blending finesse—from country and soul to reggae and pop. Son’s journey began in the world of kapa haka, where music became more than performance—it became a healing force. With his powerhouse vocals and deep cultural resonance, his mission is clear: to help others heal through sound and wairua (spirit). |
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Spike Fuck Spike F*ck is a singular voice in contemporary music—raw, literary, mythic. First emerging in the latter half of the 2010s with The Smackwave EP, a cult release that fused heroin balladry, confessional lyrics, and synth-laced, narcotic post-punk, Spike became a symbol of emotional extremity in Melbourne’s underground. Then came silence. After a three-year retreat from public life, Spike returned in 2024 with a slew of new material, a full band, and a renewed vision and accompanying intensity. No longer a solo act, Spike F*ck is now a tight-knit band, channeling the grandeur of ‘70s rock and roll excess who perform with a spiritual intensity. The new work trades chaos for clarity, addiction for transformation—but keeps the same pathos. It’s music about recovery, community, life and death—delivered with the same unforgettable voice, once purified by time and isolation then redeemed by connection. |
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Sunsick Daisy Kaurna/Adelaide quartet Sunsick Daisy create reverb-drenched shoegaze / indie rock with glistening vocal hooks and moments of vulnerability. Having recently shared the stage with internationals like The Lemonheads (USA) and Feeder (UK), the band's sophomore EP 'Yonder' is a bold step forward - exploring themes of grief, change and healing. |
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Sweet Talk Sweet Talk are renowned for their high-energy live shows, readily whipping unsuspecting punters into frenzied states of boogie and unabashed song at the drop of a hat. The 6-piece band from Melbourne was founded over a bond of late nights, 70s grooves, classic song writing and improvised jams. |
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Taija Taija is a proud Whadjuk/Ballardong Noongar artist from the southern suburbs of Perth, using her music as both a creative outlet and a force for self-expression An artist carving out her own lane with a bold new era that blends Hip Hop ,trap, and rnb Currently working with acclaimed producers Iamsolo (One Four ) and Tehiiri she’s in the midst of a creative evolution—crafting music that reflects both vulnerability and power. Taijas artistic journey is marked by authenticity, cultural pride, and fearless expression. Her rise has already seen her share stages with some of the country’s most powerful voices. In 2024, she performed at Flewnt’s Boorloo Block Party, joining a lineup that included Flewnt, Inkabee, JK-47, 3% and J-MILLA. She also supported BARKAA for her Boorloo show and opened for Downsyde at Nannup Festival, showcasing her stage presence and ability to connect with audiences Her upcoming performance at the 2025 APRA Awards (yet to be publicly announced) signals a breakthrough moment, positioning her as one to watch in the Australian music scene. With a focus on growth and creative integrity, Taija is ready to take her place as a powerful new voice in contemporary music. |
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THAT GURL BELLA That Gurl Bella is an 18-year-old artist from Sydney fusing hip-hop, R\&B, and pop into a fresh, fearless sound. With over 3 million streams and national recognition as a Triple J Unearthed High Finalist, she’s capturing global attention. Bella has performed alongside major Australian acts and appeared in The Kid LAROI’s documentary. Now fronting JD Sports x The North Face, she’s not just emerging—she’s leading the next wave of Australian music. |
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The Beefs Perth and Sydney’s own The Beefs cook up a pub-pop storm. Think killer hooks, rock ‘n’ roll spice and Aussie banter. Since 2018, they’ve been turning mateship into music, serving hits like Red Bellied Black Snake and rallying a loyal crowd of Beleefers. Shins up, tins up—it’s Beefs o’clock. |
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The Southern River Band Trying to do a rock’n’roll band in Perth in the 21st century is not exactly the coolest thing in the world. Some people have told us you should change this or do that, but we’re just going to keep doing our own thing.” It’s an attitude that’s been winning the Southern River Band fans across the globe, from those who flocked to the group’s recent run of UK and European dates to The Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins, who proclaimed the four-piece “a proper fucking rock band” after hearing their 2023 single, “Stan Qualen”. Then there was the time Powderfinger vocalist Bernard Fanning slipped into their DMs to tell them he loved what they were doing, and that if they ever needed a place to record he had a studio in Byron Bay with Grammy-winning producer Nick DiDia (Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen). The Southern River Band took him up on the offer, spending 10 days in March recording Easier Said Than Done with DiDia at the helm. The 12-track album includes a song written by Bernard Fanning for the band, ‘No Such Time’. Easier Said Than Done is out Oct 17 through Civilians and is the bands finest work to date. Beneath the lyrical humour, Kramer’s Herculean mullet, and the sweat-fuelled good-time antics of the band’s unreal live show is a group of four individuals – Cal Kramer is joined in SRB by bassist Pat Smith, guitarist Dan Carroll and drummer Tyler Michie– who take what they do very seriously. You’ve just gotta see for yourself. |
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the stamps Fresh off the release of their acclaimed debut In All The Ways I Am on August 8, stamps waste no time pushing into new territory. Their latest single, “Maria,” marks a bold sonic shift into shimmering indie-pop — rolling toms, sharp hooks, and lyrics that cut straight to the heart. Produced by Alex Burnett (Thelma Plum), “Maria” is a heartbreaking portrait of a friend growing up in the shadow of her mother’s addiction. It’s a song that balances raw storytelling with stamps’ knack for infectious melodies, showing why they’re fast becoming one of Australia’s most prolific and compelling young bands. |
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The Tullamarines Cram four over-thinkers into an Adelaide jam room and you get The Tullamarines, giddy indie pop wrapped in chaos, care, and catharsis. Known for their high-energy shows and heart-on-sleeve songwriting, they've toured nationally with Dear Seattle, Stumps, and Dice, and supported Ball Park Music and Old Mervs. With an upcoming tour alongside The Preatures and full rotation for their single “Running On Empty,” their 80 % sold-out debut headline run proves overthinking can sound pretty damn good. |
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The Wet Whistles The Wet Whistles are a country band from Brisbane known for their gritty sound, four-part harmonies, and foot-stomping live shows. Blending classic country storytelling with a modern edge, they bring raw energy and heart to every stage they hit. With four lead singers swapping stories and trading vocals, The Wet Whistles deliver songs that are equal parts powerful, playful, and unforgettable. Whether it’s a barnstormer or a heartbreak ballad, this band knows how to keep the crowd singing and the dance floor moving. |
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Theeth Theeth is the nascent artist project of 17-year-old Sydney-based high schooler Thea Sholl. Studying composition at Conservatorium High School, in the guise of Theeth (a schoolyard nickname), the young artist indulges her lifelong obsession with nostalgic pop. Since signing to producer and mentor Alice Ivy's label, Kewpie Mayo Records, Theeth released the debut single "Real", added to Fresh Finds Pop globally on Spotify, and "Falling out of Touch" added to high rotation on triple j. |
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There's a Tuesday Ōtautahi’s There’s A Tuesday channel raw storytelling through dreamy indie pop and enchanting harmonies. Fronted by Minnie and Nat, and rhythm section of Joel and Gus, their unfiltered sound and magnetic live shows have captivated crowds. With BLUSH, they’ve cemented their place in Aotearoa’s music scene—and they’re only getting started. |
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Tiana Khasi An underground gem making global waves- Tiana Khasi is the Samoan/Indian, independent force blending the depth of Cleo Sol with RAYE’s tell-all pop sensibility. With a voice “as venomous as it is honey-sweet” (Happy Mag), she’s earned co-signs from Nubya Garcia and Honey Dijon, and recently completed her debut India tour. Boasting 11M+ streams and an evergreen fanbase, she is equipped for a bold era of new releases, driven by culture & uncompromising creative integrity. |
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Toni Janke Toni Janke is a singer-songwriter of the Wuthathi, Yadhagana, and Meriam peoples of Cape York and the Torres Strait. Toni is the Chair of the Goolwal Goolwal Advisory Group, Board Member, Brisbane Powerhouse’s and Chair of the First Nations Advisory Committee. She is also a member of the National Indigenous Media Awards (NIMAs) Leadership Group and Lion's Indigenous Advisory Council. She runs her own consultancy as a coach/mentor. In 2024, she received an Australian Women in Music Award (AWMA). Toni is currently producing a show about her life and music, which will be performed in Brisbane in 2026. |
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Tyla Rodrigues Tyla Rodrigues is a rising star in country music, known for her soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and captivating stage presence. After touring with Dylan Gossett and releasing her debut EP Upon Reflection, she’s now signed with ABC Music and Wheelhouse Agency—poised for a major breakthrough. |
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UGLi UGLi are genre thots—East Coast misfits blending high-energy Hip Hop with filthy electronic production. Hidden., MED3VIL, and Bentley Boy each bring wildly different styles to the table, creating a sound that’s raw, unique, and unpredictable. Based in Brisbane, they run their own label and studio space—home to countless artists, creative projects, and a growing underground movement. |
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Ullah With a voice that bares fragility and distinct power, Ullah’s lyricism has an honesty that drives home a theme of tender truths. Since 2021, Ullah has been playing around Perth, supporting prominent international and home grown acts such as Missy Higgins, James Taylor, Thelma Plum and Tom Jones. Herself and her band sharing songs as a means of cathartic release. With themes of shifting and changing comforts, and accepting that growing pains are inevitable. |
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Velvet Bloom Velvet Bloom's music transcends genres, offering an otherworldly odyssey through cosmic soundscapes guided by Maddy Herbert, the band's vibrant lead vocalist and visionary songwriter. Appearing on ABC's Spicks and Specks and selling out shows around the country, their fusion of soul, pop, funk, folk and indie-rock captivates audiences worldwide. Having just released their debut soul-soaked self-titled album, Velvet Bloom promises a celestial musical voyage that will mesmerise listeners and leave them yearning for more. |
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VV-Ace Emerging from Melbourne’s North is one of the most recognisable vocal tones in the country—a prodigal talent known as VV-Ace. V stands for versatile. With fearless creativity and an effortless shift between trap, R&B, and Afro-swing, his raw authenticity and dynamic presence have sparked a national groundswell. Discover the Ace up Australia’s sleeve. |
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WAFIA Wafia crafts sweet, soulful pop infused with layered meaning and heartfelt emotional storytelling. The Arab and queer artist, celebrated by Pharrell Williams, attracts nearly 2M monthly Spotify listeners. Born in Holland to Syrian and Iraqi parents, her global journey spans shapes her music. Her breakthrough 2015 "Let Me Love You" cover earned 5M+ SoundCloud streams, while her acclaimed EP Good Things and debut album Promised Land brilliantly blend introspective vulnerability with resilient, ethereal soundscapes. |
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Wishlist Wishlist build songs like puzzles. Layering wooden electronic beats, resampled vocals, and warped instrumentation, they make songs that are intricate and expansive, tender and danceable. Influenced by artists like Caroline Polachek and Sorry, the duo is comprised of accomplished producers/session players Stella Farnan (Mallrat, Angie McMahon) and Soren Maryasin (Gretta Ray, Chitra). |
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Yung Maynie Yung Maynie is an emerging star blending the smooth sounds of hip-hop and R&B. With soulful beats and introspective lyrics, his music draws on a life full of struggles and triumphs as well as his experiences with love, loss, and self-discovery. He also reflects his Indigenous [Kaurna/Narungga] and Māori [Ngāti Kahungunu] heritage. After a successful career in the NRL, Maynie made the decision to retire from the sport and focus solely on his music. |
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Zafty Zafty is an 18-year-old Nigerian-born rapper from Melbourne, with a style reminiscent of J. Cole and Redveil. A 2023 Unearthed High finalist, he released 11 singles that year and earned Triple J’s “Most Underrated Flow” award, with his entry spreading “like wildfire.” |
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