| George Alice - Circles Indie, Pop, Alternative | 16/10/2019 |
Releasing her first song at the age of 15, Georgia’s debut hit track “Circles” first broke out when it garnered the attention of winning Triple J’s annual “Unearthed High” competition.
“Circles”, a story that is written to be interpreted in whatever way the listener can relate. This is a common theme through a lot of her music, open ended meanings “so people can make my stories their own stories."
| Bec Sandridge - W MY EX Alternative, Rock, Pop | 09/10/2019 |
Bec Sandridge has been kicking around with her Kate Bush-meets-Karen-O vibe for a few years, but only now do we finally have a debut LP to wrap our ears around.
“W MY EX” is the next focus track taken from the album and it’s another undeniable earworm.
| Last Dinosaurs - FMU Indie, Pop | 09/10/2019 |
Massively energised by the reaction to ‘Yumeno Garden’, the band returned to Australia for a huge performance at Splendour In The Grass and then jumped straight into the studio!
New single, ‘FMU’ is the lead track to come out of these sessions. It’s an upbeat track with a serious theme. Last Dinosaurs’ Sean Caskey explains – ‘FMU’ is about a hypothetical conversation between Hong Kong and China about their relationship.
| Shelley Segal - No Alternative, Folk | 04/10/2019 |
LA-based singer-songwriter Shelley Segal has recently released her new single “No”, a modern, bold, and assertive track that describes the difficulty many women face when turning down sexual advances.
“No” has a sentiment that will ring true for many women who have found themselves in a situation where it was almost impossible to say the word. Driving guitars and textured percussion propel the track forward with serious attitude, while Shelley’s honeyed vocals carve a stunning melody on top.
| Marty Rhone - Jealous of the Sky Country | 27/09/2019 |
During an illustrious career as an actor and singer Martin (Marty) Rhone has performed with and in front of some of the biggest names in entertainment.
Jealous of the Sky is a moving perspective on loss, and the beautiful chorus melody is certain to attract an emotional response from those who have loved and lost. It just might be one of the most beautiful love songs of its time.
| Hoodlem - Never Said Goodbye Dance, Pop | 19/09/2019 |
Hoodlem is one of Australia’s most promising new artists, and is a front runner of experimental soul, pop and future R&B.
Hoodlem has released her anticipated new single “Never Said Goodbye”, an elcetro pop gem that shimmers with mesmerizing synths, which explores the reality of a long-distance relationship that never had closure.
| Casey Barnes - A Little More Country | 17/09/2019 |
Country Music’s most upbeat and energetic love song for 2019 is from Australia’s most exciting and popular country rock performer, Casey Barnes.
‘A Little More’ is a shout out to everyone out there that thinks that's a load of B.S!’. When-we sat down and wrote this song, we wanted it to come from the perspective of a couple in love where one is expressing to the other that they actually love all the things they may not like about themselves the most!
| Dami Im - Crying Underwater Pop | 12/09/2019 |
One of Australia’s brightest and most loved performers, Crying Underwater is Dami’s first single release since 2016 and is an exciting precursor to a plethora of new music-to-come.
Crying Underwater is about something many can relate to about feeling sad and isolated but each day putting on a mask for other people. “There is so much pressure in today’s society to always look happy so we end up feeling like we’re not allowed to talk about how we really feel.. Just like you’re crying underwater.
| BOI - Sick Of Loving You Pop, Indie | 03/09/2019 |
BOI is the moniker of Newcastle creative and performer Anna Buckingham. Growing up she was told to act more like a girl, her moniker reclaims those insults, taking ownership BOI.
Sick of Loving You is the sophomore single from solo artist BOI, a driven anthem that brings strength to the madness of love. The lyrics weave a personal narrative that was penned about “loving someone so deeply, but knowing they’re not right for you, yet you can’t help but stay and love”.
| Dream Dali - Little Lights Psych, Indie, Experimental | 03/09/2019 |
Comprising of three mysterious musicians whose collective experience has seen them gracing hallowed stages at Coachella, Primavera and SXSW, comes Dream Dali, a dark wave band.
Little Lights is driving, soaked with defined vocal melodies and a dark, melancholic feel. Little Lights comes from a personal experience in dealing with a challenging and dark time with a relationship. Lots of allegedly supernatural things were happening that caused a lot of issues with anxiety and trauma, but I always had hope. The Little Lights are the hope.”
| Dream Dali - Little Lights Indie, Psych | 30/08/2019 |
Dark wave band with surrealist dreams. After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music. A band looking into the shadows to find a vulnerable truth.
Little Lights feels simultaneously nostalgic. The Hypnotic, trance-like and moody tone is soaked with defined vocal melodies and a dark, melancholic feel. Little Lights comes from a personal experience in dealing with a challenging and dark time with a relationship. Lots of allegedly supernatural things were happening that caused a lot of issues with anxiety and trauma.
| Mick Lindsay - If You're Sleeping Country, Folk | 30/08/2019 |
Mick’s selection of musicians has led to a powerful, and precise band, which displays a vigour that will stand up to the most discerning music critics.
If You're Sleeping is set to be a hard hitter, with new-found swag and honeyard tones. Brining an intimate vibe, mixed with his own distinctive sound and flavour.
| Ben Fear - Lotus Hip Hop, Hip Hop | 23/08/2019 |
Western Australian emcee Ben Fear, takes a more definitively-hip hop approach, incorporating elements of trip hop, jazz, classic rock, and world music, bringing together his trademark poetic style.
The dark-yet-playful lyricism of Lotus examines: the frenetic, sickly nature of modern life; the search for perspective; and the arguably-narrow vision of current political discourse and of Western culture.
| Little Quirks - Life Wouldn't Be Folk, Folk | 23/08/2019 |
They’ve got the hooks, the harmonies and the explosive live energy, but if there’s one thing Little Quirks are missing, it’s a good fake ID.
Comprised of sisters Abbey, Mia and cousin Jaymi the talented youthful sweet trio that make up Little Quirks, arrange music in a way that's so inviting its almost mesmerising, as their three part harmonies combine to create their own distinctive sound.
Now their new single “Life Wouldn’t Be”, brings some exhilarating pop and indie to their delicate folk side.
Now their new single “Life Wouldn’t Be”, brings some exhilarating pop and indie to their delicate folk side.
| Bec Sandridge - Stranger Pop, Rock | 19/08/2019 |
Exploring anxiety in individualism, identity and gender with an artful yet tongue-in-cheek approach that has become uniquely her own, Sandridge has toured Australia and internationally through the UK and Europe.
Adored by her commanding voice, angular guitar work and in-compromising bravery Bec Sandridge returns with her new single “Stranger". Which exhibits her raw pour and emotion, as she continuously push's her artistry to another level.
| Jaymee Franchina - Next To Mine feat. Alina Renae Electronic, Pop, Dance | 09/08/2019 |
From the hotbed of Australian musical talent comes Jaymee Franchina, the latest in the Perth processional to set his sights on the top of the Australian charts.
Now on the cusp of releasing his debut original project, Jaymee is ready to share the first single, entitled “Next to Mine”on August 16. Collaborating with Chicago artist Alina Renae, the track features soothing melodies, and a captivating sound that addresses all tastes of music listeners worldwide.
| Luke Million x Asta - Heard It On The Radio Electronic, Pop | 16/07/2019 |
Luke Million’s 2017 EP "Come Together" solidified his standing as one of the country’s most prominent and innovative producers and artists.
‘Heard it On The Radio’ - a collaboration between the Adelaide based producer, Touch Sensitive and the incredible Asta.
"The track was born in Touch Sensitive's studio. We had been jamming on a disco tip for an hour and then decided to drop the bpm and head into the synth wave realm" says Luke.
"The track was born in Touch Sensitive's studio. We had been jamming on a disco tip for an hour and then decided to drop the bpm and head into the synth wave realm" says Luke.
| FLUIR - Higher Ground Electronic, Dance, Pop | 17/05/2019 |
FLUIR is an independent Australian singer, songwriter & producer, crafting emotive dance electro-pop with a uniquely personal edge. FLUIR recently worked alongside producer Sam Littlemore (Sam La More/Pnau/Tonite Only).
Higher Ground is one of those songs that manages to combine a number of different genres - dance, pop, electronic - in a sophisticated, not to mention inherently catchy, way. Higher Ground drives forward with propelling percussion, intricate production and gentle, assured vocals from Fluir.
| Restless Minds - Flight Rock, Chill | 10/05/2019 |
Restless Minds is hell bent on being as anonymous as possible, they don't want attention or to flash ARIA awards around, they ... just let the music speak for itself.
Flight is a track from a twilight world in which to lose yourself. the music itself is so expansive and enveloping that it feels like it should be everywhere...and it is!
| Yothu Yindi & the Treaty Project - Mabo Indigenous, Australian Indigenous, Funk | 25/04/2019 |
Yothu Yindi & The Treaty Project, is a contemporary ensemble which includes Witiyana Marika, Stu Kellaway, long-time collaborator Gavin Campbell (Filthy Lucre) and multi-instrumentalist Ania Reynolds (Circus Oz musical director).
Mabo is a joyous celebration with a driving, tribal funk groove, and a stomping crowd favourite at every Yothu Yindi & The Treaty Project show. Produced by Filthy Lucre, the song features powerful yidaki (didgeridoo), deftly woven through layers of synths, percussion and anthemic group vocals, sung partly in Yolngu Matha (language), ably led by emerging Yolngu vocalist Yirrnga Yunupingu.
