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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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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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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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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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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TYNE-JAMES ORGAN RETURNS WITH NEW SINGLE ‘HOLD ME BACK’

Tyne-James Organ returns in 2020 with arguably the biggest song of his career (so far) titled Hold Me Back. It is the first taste of new music from the 24-year-old Wollongong born singer songwriter since the release of his 2019 debut EP Persevere.

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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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PIERCE BROTHERS ANNOUNCE NEW SINGLE & 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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BENEE RELEASES 'LOWNELY' + 'SUPALONELY' CONTINUES TO SOAR UP THE CHARTS WORLDWIDE

Indie pop sensation BENEE, who just celebrated her 20th birthday and already holds close to an astounding 23 million monthly listeners on Spotify unveils a dreamy and soulful recording of her smash-hit single Supalonley, which is stripped back in both name and nature and officially titled Lownely.

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NAOMI KEYTE RELEASES ‘TRAVELLING WOMAN’

Known for her thought-provoking and soothing folk/ indie/ pop sounds, Adelaide's Naomi Keyte has been captivating hearts for almost a decade and is now releasing her new single 'Travelling Woman' (out now via Bandcamp | out everywhere May 15)

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RUNAWAY BELLES DROP EXQUISITE NEW SINGLE 'THE WEEKEND'

Tasmanian indie folk pop duo Runaway Belles have today released their debut single The Weekend, a story of a love that is never set to last. Featuring the exquisite voices of Tash Parker and Emma Anglesey, the duo are also housemates which is convenient in these isolation times.  To celebrate their first release, the girls have announced a Facebook livestream set for 8pm every Monday in May.

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NAT VAZER REVEALS DREAMY THIRD SINGLE ‘FOR A MOMENT’ FROM DEBUT LP IS THIS OFFENSIVE AND LOUD? + ANNOUNCES ALBUM RELEASE DATE

Local indie rock champion Nat Vazer is about to complete a trifecta of single releases from her forthcoming debut album Is This Offensive And Loud?, with nostalgic new number ‘For A Moment’.

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EVAN KLAR RELEASES NEW TRACK FIGURE IT OUT

Since the release of his debut album Deepest Creatures in 2017, Evan Klar has 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 ‘Figure It Out’.

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SUZI RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE ‘HARRY STREET’ AND ANNOUNCES ISOLATION-FUELLED DEBUT EP ‘I LIKE IT BETTER INDOORS’ - GET READY TO CRY

Suzi has released her debut single ‘Harry Street’, the first song from her upcoming EP ‘I Like It Better Indoors’. Written and produced by Suzi herself, 'Harry Street’ is a song about struggling with mental health issues as an overly emotional teenager.

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DIP ROAD DOGS  DROP NEW SINGLE ‘LAZY’  AHEAD OF FORTHCOMING EP ‘SHAKSHUKA’

Reemerging from that dusty dirt track deep in the Mallee are the Dip Road Dogs, who have today dropped their dreamy new single, Lazy, a comforting, hypnotic journey into Americana. Lazy is the third taste of their new EP, Shakshuka that is set for release on May 21.

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E^ST RELEASES QUIRKY POP HIT ‘MAYBE IT’S ME’

Following up her hit “FRESH OUT OF LOVE” - a favourite with triple j and pop tastemakers around the world - E^ST will reveal “MAYBE IT’S ME” tomorrow (Friday 10th April), an unapologetically poppy, beat-driven power ballad that showcases the unwaveringly honest lyricism that E^ST is best known for, and of course her flair for extravagant production.

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THE BETHS REVEAL NEW SINGLE 'DYING TO BELIEVE' & DETAILS OF SECOND ALBUM 'JUMP ROPE GAZERS' OUT 10 JULY

Auckland’s very own The Beths today reveal a deluge of exciting news! Standing as the first slice of new music since their 2018 debut album Future Me Hates Me, ‘Dying To Believe’ is the lead single from The Beths’ forthcoming sophomore album which the band are thrilled to unveil is titled Jump Rope Gazers and will be released to the world on 10 July via Dew Process.

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