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LIME CORDIALE REVEALS NEW SINGLE & VIDEO ‘SCREW LOOSE’

Today, Lime Cordiale reveals new single, Screw Loose in the lead up to their second studio LP, 14 Steps to a Better You, out Friday 10 July via Chugg Music and London Cowboys. To celebrate the release, this week the band announced a series of shows ‘Lime Cordiale Live Album Speakeasy’ at Oxford Art Factory - with two performances per night capped at 70 seats per show, all 14 performances sold-out on announce.

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WING DEFENCE RELEASE LONG AWAITED DEBUT EP ‘FRIENDS’

It has been some time in the making but things fall into place for a reason and today, Adelaide’s Wing Defence unleash their debut EP, Friends. A fitting name for this duo’s offering, the Friends EP is a great look at the connection between these songwriters and musicians and their growth as creatives.

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ZENITH MOON TO RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘GYPSY’

Do you ever wonder what would happen if Led Zeppelin went home with the Baby Animals and Aretha Franklin after a wine mixer? That beautiful night would surely bring into existence a delicious love child named ZENITH MOON. ZENITH MOON's latest single ' Gypsy', to be released on July 6th, continues the band's history of producing smooth, soulful indie rock.

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will hyde REVEALS OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR BREAK OUT HIT ‘easy for u.’

will hyde from Melbourne is a uniquely determined pop force, making waves of seismic proportions with his first solo project. His debut single “easy for u.” has already generated praise from pop tastemakers around the world, including coverage spots on Spotify’s New Music Friday US/AUS and Indie Pop playlists, along with an addition to triple j Unearthed radio. will hyde has now revealed the official music video for the track, premiered by Clash Magazine (UK)

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BABIRUSA DROP BRUTAL TRACK ‘CATATONIA’, ANNOUNCE HUMANOID ALBUM

Brisbane Deathcore outfit Babirusa are today announcing their new single 'Catatonia' will be released into the world on Friday July 3rd! 'Catatonia' is the third cut from their debut record 'Humanoid', which goes live on Friday August 28th 2020.

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THE MUSIC VICTORIA AWARDS RETURN FOR 2020 + SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN FOR MUSICIANS, PRODUCERS, VENUES AND FESTIVALS

Music Victoria is thrilled to reveal that the 16th annual Music Victoria Awards will return in 2020 during Melbourne Music Week to celebrate the vast achievements of Victoria’s music community over the last year. Despite live music coming to a standstill since COVID-19 restrictions came in place, there have been huge achievements by the Victorian music community.

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NAOMI KEYTE RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO FOR SINGLE ‘TRAVELLING WOMAN’

Naomi Keyte recently released her evocative folk/ indie/ pop single, 'Travelling Woman' (released May 15) and is now revealing her intimate new music video to pair with the release.

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HOLAS MAY ANNOUNCES SECOND 2020 RELEASE ‘MAKE MY NIGHT’ OUT JULY 24

Adelaide born songwriter and hip hop vocalist Holas May has returned for his second release of 2020 titled Make My Night. The backing of electronically woven baselines, synth plucks and danceable percussion gives the single a fun and bouncy exterior, giving Holas May’s distinct vocal a chance to truly shine as the overarching main attraction.

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COOL SOUNDS RELEASE ‘SLEEPERS’ SINGLE, ANNOUNCE ‘SLEEPERS’ EP FOR JULY 31

"Sleepers" is the lead single and title track off a new EP coming out from the prolific Melbourne band Cool Sounds. Recorded during lock-down in a newly built home-studio, the single and EP are a departure from the stand-alone single "Vice" which came out last month.

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DAVE THE BAND RELEASE NEW SINGLE, WHERE YOU ARE TAKEN FROM THEIR DEBUT ALBUM, SLOB STORIES OUT AUGUST 28

One of Newcastle’s best kept secrets is about to be exposed. dave the band, Newcastle’s exciting 3-piece indie-rock band have released their brand new single, Where You Are, taken from their long-awaited debut album, Slob Stories out August 28 via believe.

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PETE MURRAY SHARES NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO  ‘FOUND MY PLACE’

One of Australia’s most loved singer songwriters, Pete Murray has today shared his driving new single Found My Place, a commanding song about offering wisdom to your kids. The contemplative track is accompanied by a video shot in isolation in Pete’s hometown of Byron Bay that fittingly features his wife and daughter, a gallant move for the habitually guarded artist.

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SYDNEY INDIE ROCK GROUP MARVELL RETURN WITH NEW SINGLE ‘19 HOMES’

Diving straight into the strong and driving rock influences, Sydney’s Marvell are back with another bright single for 2020 in ‘19 Homes’. The track comes at a turning point for the group, as they anticipate a brand new chapter for the band looking ahead at new music.

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GREAT GABLE SHARES ALBUM TRACK I WONDER  + DEBUT ALBUM TRACING FACES AVAILABLE FRIDAY 7 AUGUST + TOURING AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND THIS OCTOBER & NOVEMBER

Following the announcement of their debut album Tracing Faces out Friday 7 August via ADA Worldwide and the release of new single Blur, today Great Gable shares the majestic album track I Wonder. The Perth four-piece will celebrate this October and November on their biggest tour of Australia and New Zealand to date.

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JOSH PYKE SHARES NEW SINGLE & VIDEO DON’T LET IT WAIT - FORTHCOMING ALBUM ROME SET FOR AUGUST 28 RELEASE, NATIONAL FANS FIRST TOUR THROUGH OCTOBER

One of Australia’s favourite storytellers, Josh Pyke has today shared his affecting new single Don’t Let It Wait, a bittersweet song written to inspire us all to enjoy every moment. This is the fourth single to be shared from Pyke’s impending album Rome, set for release on August 28, with the track complemented by a fittingly heartwarming video.

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EMERGING TALENT BENJAMIN TRILLADO GRACES US WITH BEAUTIFUL NEW SINGLE ‘WORTH’ + LIVE PERFORMANCES

Known for his heart-wrenching lyrics and unapologetic candour, Melbourne-based singer songwriter Benjamin Trillado combines the story-telling elements of folk with the gritty angst of indie-rock. Following the release of his successful debut single ‘Glue’ and 2019 follow-up ‘First Kiss’, Benjamin is back with yet another melodic stunner on his new track ‘Worth’.

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INTRODUCING: ELSIE LANGE P SHARES NEW SINGLE ‘ADELAIDE’, SIGNS TO WING SING RECORDS

Elsie steps out solo, from fronting garage-pop band, pting and performing live with Elizabeth, to bring together influences from musicians like Nick Cave, The Kinks, Angel Olsen and Nina Simone. These influences seep through on Elsie’s new single, “Adelaide” whilst she brings her own experiences and touch.

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WOLFJAY AND AUSTEN TEAM UP FOR SINGLE "VERY SOON VERY FREQUENT" - VIDEO ALSO OUT NOW

Melbourne’s Wolfjay and Brisbane’s Austen (who having been living together during isolation) created ‘Very Soon Very Frequent’ in their sharehouse as a last minute entry for triple j unearthed’s #DIYSUPERGROUP competition.

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CLEA REVEALS NEW SINGLE & VIDEO ‘SUGAR’

Captivating Brisbane-based artist Clea returns with an emotive new single ’Sugar’ - accompanied by a stunning and cinematic visual.

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NAT VAZER SHARES TWIN PEAKS INSPIRED DIY VIDEO FOR ‘HIGHER PLACES’ + EAST COAST ALBUM LAUNCH SHOWS

Following the highly anticipated release of her debut album Is This Offensive And Loud? Melbourne artist Nat Vazer is thrilled to finally be able to announce a run of East Coast album launch shows over the next month.

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