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Fierce Invalids don’t ease their way into the conversation — they crash straight through it. The California trio’s latest single n ew bu s ine ss, lifted from their upcoming debut album of the same name, feels like a warning siren for modern life: corrupt systems, emotional static, and the strange beauty that can still emerge through chaos. Equal parts abrasive and cinematic, the track blends punishing riffs, warped grooves, dissonant textures and flashes of unexpected elegan

There’s something immediate and restless about Faisal Ryan’s latest track — a song that lives in the space between late-night reflection and full-volume release. Sparked by a moment of quiet observation at Howard Smith Wharves and shaped on a train ride through Brisbane after a gig, it captures that uneasy divide between perception and reality, where people either play the part or get caught in it. Drawing subtle influence from Pavement and channeling the unpredictable energy

Mainard Larkin’s upcoming album Rattlesnake Boy tells the story of a down-on-his-luck pro wrestler trying to find purpose outside the ring, but beneath the character and concept sits a much more human story about identity, heartbreak, and reinvention. The latest single ‘Empty Street’ shifts the focus from the wrestling narrative to something more universal — the quiet aftermath of a relationship ending and the strange feeling of having to rebuild life from scratch. Blending

If nostalgia was weaponised and fired through a Game Boy, you’d get Anti Lag, a genre-defying disruptor blending breakneck rap bars with pixelated chiptune chaos. From live sets that summon airborne shoes (and occasionally prosthetic limbs) to calculator solos and festival-level freakouts, Anti Lag is equal parts arcade glitch and glitchcore grit. With a string of upcoming singles, a background in indie game scoring, and a cult-like crowd ritual that’s one broken toe away fro

Stepping into the world of ItsRosieQuartz feels like floating through a haze of soft pink silk—equal parts romantic daydream and raw reflection. With songs that shimmer in dreamy textures yet hit with emotional truth, Rosie crafts music that dances between the ethereal and the all-too-real. Whether she’s sharing openhearted lyricism or pairing pastel visuals with biting humour, there’s always something sincere—and a little cinematic—at the core of her artistry. We sat down wi

There’s something timeless about the way Nate Michael writes songs, raw enough to sting, but honest enough to heal. His upcoming EP, Self Portraits of a John Doe (out October 24), is a haunting mix of grunge grit and folk storytelling, each track painting fragments of the human condition with both tenderness and tension. Raised in Warrnambool, Victoria, Nate’s music feels steeped in small-town weather — resilient, windswept, and quietly defiant. Across songs like Grunge Coun

Faisal Ryan is carving out a space in the Australian music scene where garage grit meets timeless pop charm. Growing up between Darwin...

July Morning return with “Upper Hand,” a sprawling, storm-soaked single that captures both the weight of conflict and the relief of...

Somewhere between a beach and a desert, Sourflour is building a world of his own. The Saint Clyde Bay songwriter is gearing up to...

Kate Mahood has a way of crafting songs that feel both lived-in and luminous. With roots in Central Queensland and a musical palette...

After years of jamming, refining, and reimagining their sound, Perth-based trio Platypus have emerged with a bold, dynamic presence in...

With a voice that aches and uplifts in equal measure, Misti Campbell is quickly becoming one of Western Australia’s most captivating...

If you’ve ever wondered what it sounds like when punk rock mutiny meets indie absurdity, THE IANS are your answer. Born out of the...

After more than a decade away from the spotlight, Highroad No. 28 are back—louder, wiser, and with a fire that’s anything but faded....

Vacant Valley are stepping into a new era—louder, bolder, and more emotionally charged than ever. Their latest single VICES marks a...

WASTEMAN aren’t interested in playing it safe. Blending vulnerability with raw energy, the Melbourne-based outfit carves out a space...

Nightshade and The Fates aren’t just a band — they’re a mood, a myth, and a movement. Emerging from the Gold Coast underground with a...

After a decade-long pause, Nikolas Lee returns to music with raw honesty, hard-earned wisdom, and a renewed creative fire. His newly...

Jasmine Matthews is a rising force in Australia’s soul-pop scene — a storyteller who fuses emotional depth with sonic versatility. Since...

With a sound that blends gritty guitar hooks, laid-back surf-rock charm, and anthemic energy, Radar is quickly becoming one of...