WING DEFENCE RETURN WITH BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘RELOCATE’ FROM FORTHCOMING ‘FRIENDS’ EP

Returning fresh off the back of their latest release ‘Weapons’, Adelaide duo Wing Defence come excited in brandishing their new single, ‘Relocate’. It’s another step forward for the indie act who has been quick to generate buzz around their punchy pop-punk melodies and distinctively Australian sound, as they anticipate the unveiling of their debut EP, Friends.

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SARAH WOLFE TEAMS UP WITH THE FLOWERS ON ‘100 TIMES’

Indie-pop stunner Sarah Wolfe is continuing her ascendance in Sydney’s music scene, this time teaming up with triple j newcomers The Flowers for a gorgeous duet titled “100 Times”. Produced by Sarah’s partner Xavier Dunn and written alongside her long-time best friend Aggy (frontwoman of The Flowers), the track is a genuinely heartfelt collaboration, and a nostalgically poppy melodic masterpiece.

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WILL HYDE LAUNCHES ONTO THE POP SCENE WITH BREAKOUT HIT ‘EASY FOR U.’

Melbourne based artist will hyde has burst onto the low-fi pop scene with single “easy for u.”. With crisp production, gorgeous vocals and lyrical authenticity on par with stars like Dominic Fike and Rex Orange County, the single is an addictively melodic, catchy pop hit that immediately marks the 20 year old as one to watch.

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MELBOURNE PRODUCER EVAN KLAR RELEASES NEW SINGLE 'MAKE THE MOST OF THIS'

Evan Klar has long been the behind-the scenes, go-to name for collaboration. The Melbourne songwriter, producer and self-confessed bedroom-pop addict shares a new track titled Make The Most Of This (LISTEN HERE) and is the lead single to be revealed off a forthcoming EP which is expected to be released later this year.

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STELLIE PLAYS WITH THE OBSESSIVE FANTASY OF UNREQUITED LOVE IN NEW SINGLE “I’D HAVE KILLED FOR YOU”

Off the back of previous single “How Do We Look So Good?”, which was added to high rotation on triple j, featured across multiple websites and playlists, and solidified her immense talent for songwriting with emotional depth and lush sonic palettes, Stellie today announces her Self-Titled Debut EP due for release August 21st. Not to leave you waiting, new single “I’d Have Killed For You (out today) is a funky, yet slightly dark and obsessive track which plays with the concept of extreme unrequited love and obsessive fantasy, with a killer bass line.

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OLY SHERMAN RETURNS WITH INFECTIOUS NEW SINGLE ‘HOMEBOY’

We’ve already heard the sort of vibes Sydney songwriter Oly Sherman has been working with for 2020 on his January release, ‘Madness’, and now we’re getting more insights into this talented musician’s building stock of work. Releasing his new single ‘Homeboy’ this month, Sherman swathes polished songwriting in slick production and indie influences. Another strong step forward for Sherman, ‘Homeboy’ is one of his most intimate offerings yet.

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ASTRONAUGHTY ANNOUNCE NEW FUNKY SINGLE ‘CHANGING HANDS’ ALONG WITH MUSIC VIDEO OUT FRIDAY JUNE 5

“Here comes Astronaughty with a bad mama-jama. And she’s as fine as she can be. This is a DIY dance number at its purest. Recorded and mixed entirely in our Brunswick East Garage, so you can enjoy an iso-boogie on that daily dog walk down the Merri Creek. We slapped together Nonna’s finest ingredients for this tasty caprese. Mangiare!”

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HATTIE OATES DEBUTS LUSH AND BROODING NEW SOUNDS WITH ‘HIGH’

Over the course of three years, Tamworth songwriter Hattie Oates has flourished from being a 17 year old buzz artist, to now being a formidable voice that has captured the attention of fans and industry alike. Hattie’s new single, ‘High’, sees her stepping further into new sonic territory as she plays with darker pop tones and explores the effects of sudden impulses.

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SA.MAY RETURNS WITH CHARGED NEW TRACK ‘EASIER’

Continuing to thrive on discovering new elements and avenues within her own musicality, Sydney producer and singer/songwriter SA.MAY returns with brand new music in ‘Easier’. Blending electronic production with woozy vocals and soulful instrumentation, the single comes out the gate strong - a great reflection of the Northern Beaches artist’s approach to her craft.

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TEISCHA REVEALS STRIKING LIVE VIDEO FOR ‘SILENCE’ FROM RECENT PROJECT ‘MOMENTARY’

TEISCHA today reveals a standalone live visual for standout track ‘silence’, taken from her widely praised mixtape and visualiser momentary. The piece finds Teischa in front of a bare wall, black t-shirt, microphone in hand, lit only by a wall projector displaying reels from momentary and the lyrics of ‘silence’ laid bare on her face and body. 

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ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO ‘GOOD ENOUGH’ FEAT. MARIBELLE

Thrilling multi-instrumentalist and producer, Perth’s Ukiyo returnswith his entrancing new single Good Enough featuring Maribelle - a modest change of pace from the lofi electronic records of his Mixtape series, Ukiyo has produced a sensational blend of ambient indie-tronica and synth-driven future pop.

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ALICE IVY SHARES NEW SINGLE 'BETTER MAN' FEATURING BENJAMIN JOSEPH OF SAFIA + VIDEO STARRING ALEX DYSON

Today Alice Ivy shares new single 'Better Man (feat. Benjamin Joseph)' of SAFIA. The track follows the announcement of Ivy's forthcoming second studio album and release of its title track, 'Don't Sleep'. Listen and watch the groove-heavy music video featuring former triple j host Alex Dyson, HERE.

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HEARTEYES DROPS EMOTIVE NEW SINGLE 'DRUNK ON THE ROOF' + ANNOUNCES FORTHCOMING LP ROCK ALBUM

Sydney artist Hearteyes shares new single 'Drunk On The Roof', a tender pop track laced in nostalgia and regret. Premiered on triple j Unearthed, this is the first single to be released from Hearteyes' forthcoming record, Rock Album, out later this year. Listen HERE.

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SYDNEY PRODUCER MXXWLL RELEASES NEW SINGLE ROLLITUP FEATURING KAIIT+ DEBUT ALBUM SHEEESH - OUT NOW

Los Angeles and Australia lie thousands of miles apart, yet the Sydney-born producer MXXWLL more than embodies the California Love. Today MXXWLL marks the release of his debut album with official single ROLLITUP which features the honeyed vocals of Melbourne’s Neo-Soul queen Kaiit.

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PIERCE BROTHERS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO KANKO

After an extended hiatus where they spent their time away from the touring circuit, travelling, writing and recording new music, Pierce Brothers have today announced the release of their new single Kanko.

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DRAFTDAY RELEASE GENRE-BENDING NEW EP “WHEN I WENT AWAY”

Darwinian pop-rock band DRAFTDAY have released their first EP “When I Went Away” today, Tuesday 19th May. The EP follows their autumn release “Misspent”, which garnered praise from Hysteria Magazine, Depth Magazine, Wall of Sound, SYN and triple j, receiving spins on Home and Hosed and ShortFastLoud.

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BLOODS SEATLLE EP OUT TODAY + NEW SINGLE & VIDEO ‘GIRLS ARE JUST F*CKING COOL LIKE THAT’

Sydney’s favourite rockers Bloods today shower us with a hefty dose of 90’s-inspired pop-punk with the release of their EP Seattle. An ode to the city in which it was created and an unapologetic honoring of female triumph, Seattle is out now!

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MATT BOYLAN-SMITH RELEASES STUNNING MELODIC FOLK TRACK “WE DREAM OF RIVER SONGS”

Sydney singer-songwriter Matt Boylan-Smith is about to take the world by storm with his stunning new single “We Dream Of River Songs” which will be released on Friday 15th May. This graceful ballad features melodic and striking melodies, accentuated by a steady yet distant drum line.

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