Get lost in the world of Ashleigh Hazel

Stars that break out from ensembles are not uncommon in the music industry, Ghrol; moving from Nirvana to The Foo Fighters, Damon Albarn;...

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Taylah Carroll's 'To Please Ya' is an indie-folk bop to get around this week

Photo by Nick McKinlay I can't quite put a finger on who it is the latest Taylah Carroll single reminds me of. There's moments throughout...

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Man Made Mountain are back with another feel good hip hop record

It's been five years since we last heard from the Melbourne/Naarm duo, but this week they surprised us with a brilliant sophomore album

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Droves are releasing stadium-ready dance punk with latest single 'View'

This next song is one that upon first listen, I feel in love with. If fact I knew we were in for a treat within the first fifteen seconds...

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Interview: We had a chat with Hope D about busking, Brisbane, and her brilliant debut EP 'Cash Only'

Hope D's name can be found anywhere you look, and her debut EP is proof of why that is.

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King Stingray do it again with Get Me Out

The Yirrkala group recently shared their sophomore single 'Get Me Out' and it's as good as we expected it to be

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Carla Geneve continues to be the best with 'Dog Eared'

This week the Perth local shared her latest single and the announcement of a debut album, which I for one am incredibly excited for.

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Listen to the blissfully good EP from Wollongong's Benjamino

The multi-instrumentalist released his debut EP late last year and it's a beautiful, playful one to dive into

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I've been holding out on listening to Alexander Biggs for far too long

In anticipation of his new album, Alexander Biggs shares his stunning new single 'I've Been Holding Onto You For Far Too Long'

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Get lost in the sounds of Indigo Sparke's latest single 'Everything Everything'

The mesmerising and beautiful new single comes with the announcement of a release date for her debut album 'Echo'

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What in carnation!? Raccoon City are back!

'Carnation' is the first from the Adelaide band in five years, and a big taste of what's to come from them this year

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Teenage Joans have done it again with 'Something About Being Sixteen'

Following on from a big past 12 months, the Adelaide duo are setting themselves up for an even bigger 12 months more!

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Make room for Placement and their spoken-word post-punk debut 'Harder'

The Kaurna Land/Adelaide-based group share with us a song about saying what you *really* want to say to customers at work

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Keaper become your new favourite project with debut release 'I'll Find'

Nurturing their sound over the past year, Melbourne/Naarm duo Keaper have welcomed the new year with a stunning new single

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Pemberton begin to say their proper farewell's with new single 'Burn It'

This month, we say "Viva la Pemberton" as the Adelaide-group begin wrapping things up with their latest single

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Travis's ten songs they really liked this year

Ten more excellent songs from ten more excellent artists and bands

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Beniah's top ten songs of the year, probably

Ten excellent songs from ten excellent Australian artists

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Premiere: Introducing No/Trauma and their new single ‘Brave Face’

The emo-folk trio are set to share their honest and powerful new single 'Brave Face'

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The Genesis of a new sound with some familiar flow

In the lead up to his debut album, Genesis Owusu shared his masterpiece new single 'The Other Black Dog'

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Premiere: Don't delay! Check out the latest Drive Safe single full of nostalgia and feelings

Ahead of his first headline performance this Sunday, Drive Safe shares with us his exciting sophomore single 'Delayed Maintenance'.

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Cry Club showing why you should be a member with their debut Album 'God I'm Such a Mess'

Last month we were treated to the long awaited debut album from Cry Club and overall we were all cry and all club for it!

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Lucy Sugerman’s getting bored, and unafraid as ever.

Lucy Sugerman has become the talk of the town with her flawless headline performance for her debut single 'i wanna kiss boys cos im bored'

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Listen to the fundraiser complication album from local Canberra initiative Stay at Home Sundays

With all the proceeds from 'Stay at Home Sundays: Volume 1' going towards the legends at Girls Rock! Canberra

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Ruby Gill makes a captivating return with her new single ‘Borderlines’

After two years since her debut, Ruby Gill returns with her heartbreakingly beautiful single 'Borderlines'

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Canberra’s Saulé shares cathartic and heartbreaking debut single ‘Let Me Know’

The cathartic lo-fi single is the first from the exciting Canberra singer-songwriter

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BLOCKED’s ‘all for you’ is a perfect blend of bedroom, indie, and emo

With dreamy, lush guitars and warm vocals, the Melbourne/Naarm artist becomes your new favourite singer-songwriter

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Drive Safe through a sea of yearning with debut single from Canberra's newest artist

'Nervous Energy' blends emo/alt rock vibes with the musical experimentation and exploration into the world of synths that lockdown provided

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Appropriately, Tilly VW's 'Young Lovers Do' is an indie pop anthem for young lovers

The debut single from the Melbourne/Naarm singer-songwriter is equal parts hopeful and heartbreaking in this youthful love story

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Azim Zain’s debut album ‘Be Good’ is the beautiful, bittersweet record we’ve been waiting for

Filled with cathartic moments and masterfully crafted melodies, 'Be Good' shows us why Azim Zain is one of the best craftspeople around

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Say "Bon Soir" to Perth band Gap Year and their baritonal new single 'Bon Soir'

Gap Year's first single in the lead up to their debut album is a wash of baritone sounds that would surely make Matt Berninger proud

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Tilly Tjala Thomas sings of her connection to Nukunu Country in 'Ngana Nyunyi'

The South Australian singer-songwriter shares what started as a game her and her father would play to learn Nukunu language

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Suzi shares nostalgic and honest songwriting in her full band debut 'Figure It Out'

It's the Melbourne/Naarm artist's first with a full band arrangement since her debut EP released earlier this year

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Juice Webster's 'Let The Dog Out' is a lyrical exploration of the heavy, bigger thoughts

The Melbourne singer-songwriter shares the feeling of bearing the weight of existential thoughts throughout her day

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PREMIERE: Sophie Edwards shares vulnerable new single ‘Seconds’

Appropriately, it's the second for the year for the Canberra singer-songwriter, and a big follow up at that.

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Maja's 'Mother's Daughter' is a folk anthem for feeling alone in a new city

The Melbourne singer-songwriter paints a picture of feeling ostracised and alone in a strange place she now has to call home

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PREMIERE: LamBros. grace us with their intimate new single ‘Gold’

The new single from the Northern Beaches brothers is a golden light on their talent as songwriters and performers.

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June Jones makes a stunning return with spacey new single ‘Jenny (Breathe)’

The hauntingly good return from the Melbourne artist since her impeccable debut album in 2019

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Citizen Kay's exigent new single marks a triumphant solo return

'Don't Blink' is but another clear reason why the Canberra MC is cemented as one of the city's finest

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Community, art, and mental health: A look inside fundraiser initiative The Be Good Project

We chat to some of the incredible talent who's work features in this incredible community arts and music initiative

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Jack R. Reilly's 'Middle Everything' is a standout debut record

Jack R. Reilly's debut is a defining album that showcases the Sydney artist's songwriting talent and performance

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Kim Yang’s ‘Dominoes’ is a journey through confidence and strength during confusing times

The breathtaking second single this year from the Canberra singer-songwriter

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The unstoppable Jaguar Jonze is out here making anthems of the times

Written in lockdown, Deadalive is the frantic new single from the Brisbane artist that highlights the fear and anxiety of the times

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Cry Club live up to their name with tear-jerker new single ‘Lighters’

The heartbreaking new single comes with an equally emotional music video that's sure to get the whole club crying

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Scoob McGoon recorded and released their new EP on the same day - and it's really good

As quickly as they recorded it, Scoob McGoon releases their new EP 'songs in c' and it's a delightful new release from the Canberra star

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Beckah Amani’s ‘STANDARDS’ is equal parts beautiful, important, and impactful

Beckah Amani's STANDARDS is a song that is equal parts beautiful, important, and impactful

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JAMIE BVLLET is onto something special with his sophomore single Something’s More Than Nothing

JAMIE BVLLET's Something's More Than Nothing is a dreamy and beautifully nostalgic sophomore single

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To the surprise of no one, EGOISM’s new single is excellent

'Here's The Thing' is a dream-pop track with an honest hook that makes you want to either dance or cry - or both

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Premiere: Shoeb Ahmad - flaw, featured

'flaw, featured' is an inspired look at the artistry of Shoeb Ahmad for an incredible first single from upcoming album 'A Body Full Of Tears

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Listen to the stripped-back and soulful debut from Melbourne’s BUMPY

BUMPY's 'Falling' leaves a strong first impression as her voice moves to sweep you off your feet

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Matt Hsu’s Obscure Orchestra’s latest is a rich tapestry of beautiful sounds and important voices

'Welcome To The Neighbourhood' is a unique balance between art and activism, sharing important experiences in a truly incredible song

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Clover Blue’s ‘Cake’ is simply a breathtakingly beautiful debut

'Cake' is layered with lyrics of heartbreak and honesty, performed beautifully by Clover Blue's stunningly good voice

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Melbourne’s Ruby Mae makes an impactful and memorable return with her dynamic new song Hide and Seek

Hide and Seek is the soulful and striking new single from Melbourne's Ruby Mae that is dynamically beautiful and demanding of your attention

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The latest from Jack Davies and The Bush Chooks is a case of wonderful, reflective songwriting

Perhaps I’ll Drift Away is a warm and reflective single with all the bells and whistles (almost literally) you could want in a folk song

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Lily Morris makes a grand impression with debut single 'Grand Illusions'

Lily Morris stakes her claim as an exciting new and unique voice with something to say in her debut single 'Grand Illusions'

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The Buoys’ sophomore EP is an excellent power-driven, gut-punching record

All This Talking Gets Us Nowhere is The Buoys latest and best yet with gut-punching lyrics and power-driven melodies

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ARCHIE blend signature surf and synth with saxophone for latest single Running To

In 'Running To' we get a new side of Canberra's ARCHIE that levels the audience through mellow sounds and honest, cathartic lyricism

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Premiere: Luke Seymoup and Vetty Vials team up on split EP VETMOUP

VETMOUP is the exciting split release from Vetty Vials and Luke Seymoup, coming together in isolation to bring us something real special

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Grace Turner's debut EP Half Truths is one of the best this year

If Grace Turner's debut EP was a sandwich, it would be the eggless egg sandwich from Sweet Bones - because it’s very very good.

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PREMIERE: Not Good, Not Bad - We Should Just Be Friends

'We Should Just Be Friends' is a song that instantly sticks with dreamy guitar's and shoegaze sound from the Newcastle group

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PREMIERE: Helena Pop - Oh! What A Shame!

Helena Pop’s music always has roots in feelings of love and joy, and on Oh! What A Shame! that especially rings true

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The sweet, standout debut from Melbourne's Damaged Goods Club

Damaged Goods Club's 'Zodiac Insomniac' is a beautiful and familiar sound, all coming in the form of an amazing debut single

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Looking back at Jared Grimm's exceptional debut solo track 'Are You Growing Up?'

Following on from a phenomenal run under Pemberton, Jared Grimm debut's his solo material with equally great 'Are You Growing Up?'

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Ghostgum unveil long-awaited debut single 'Overnight'

Ghostgum's 'Overnight' paints an incredible picture with vivid imagery that is heartbreaking and beautiful all at once

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Azim Zain is at his best with You Just Hit The Jackpot, Tiger

You Just Hit The Jackpot, Tiger is beautifully crafted with Azim Zain's trademark melodic guitar parts that blends so well with his voice

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Agency deliver on their anthemic new EP 'Wild Possession'

Agency's new EP is a wave of energy from start to finish with anthemic and atmospheric sounds that demand the attention of any room

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Bec Sykes debuts with flawless single Edithvale

It's fair to say then that while Edithvale is about a beach, the biggest wave here is what Bec Sykes is doing with her music

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Obscura Hail in their prime with new single Doomer

Obscura Hail show that they still have plenty in the tank doing, and some of the most interesting song writing and Doomer proves it

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Naif's I Am Plenty - the love album you didn't know you needed

Naif’s 'I am plenty' is an album about love in its many facets and my personal favourite from the three releases Naif has given us this year

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Marigolden's debut is a soulful expression of reclamation and feminine power

marigolden's 'Taking It Back' is a soulful debut that explores themes of reclamation of self, and feminism through melodic spoken-word/rap

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Get to know Homegrown Sounds

We thought it would be a cool idea to introduce ourselves, talk a bit about our backgrounds and tell you how we got to the place we are

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Quinton Trembath comes out swinging with a full band and a song all about friends in Marathon.

Quinton Trembath reflects on his friendships and the people he's yet to meet in his upcoming new single 'Marathon'

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Phoebe Bridgers delivers a defining record in latest release Punisher

Punisher as a whole gives a view on the life of Phoebe Bridgers told in raw truths and incredible music

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Jess Locke isn't fooling around with her new single

Jess Locke's 'Fool' is an electrifying new song from the Melbourne artist you know and love

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Old Guard breaks me in the best possible way

Jack's latest single Old Guard is a stunning example of Jack's talent as a songwriter and performer

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Bares makes you feel nice warm things in her new song Tickets

Tickets immediately paints this picture when the stripped-back acoustic is met with Bares’ soulful vocals, inviting the listener to feel th

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A Fresh New Look to Homegrown Sounds

Over the past few months, we've been a little bit quiet on our socials as we haven't been able to run live events or record new acoustic ...

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