Blissful acoustic softness with a warm, orchestral or church-like ambient backdrop, fronted by a smooth and soulful leading voice – Australian artist and songwriter Dan Cully unites natural imagery and hopeful metaphors, for the timeless and moving Changes.
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Sweeping sonic landscapes bring drama and depth, to an otherwise intimate singer-songwriter approach to vulnerability and expression. Australian artist LACHYO captures a uniquely meaningful series of moments, for the five-track EP Tell Me No.
Funky indie bass and guitar lays out a strong groove for pop-fusion, as ALEXIS dives into a colourful and upbeat debut, for the catchy synth-pop single Blue Jeans.
Crisp acoustic guitar and boldly distinct, deep vocals, blending spoken and sung performance, throughout a heartfelt song that proudly celebrates the life-changing moment you meet your first child. Australian artist Simon Orton captures a sound both unique and classic, with The Next Me.
Australian duo My Inner Hyde keep things simple but striking, with the old-school distortion and anthemic, evocative writing of Eliminate.
Supremely unique alternative metal, a Gospel-like opening choir vocal and contrasting distortion promising a quickly catchy metal groove and set-up – Hope Seed capture a clear sense of personality and original flair, with the depth and intention of Non Believer.
Stunning production, performance and writing unite beautifully, as Davide Carbone and singer Kate Watts continue to ride the wave of their sensational Drum and Bass single Finding Myself.
Purposeful art, conceptual exploration that refuses to let history fade away. Zooloo and The Seaweeds collaborate for an immense musical project designed to pay tribute to the terrifying deportation and enslavement of black people.
Harry Carman wrote this song during his partner’s second pregnancy, and it has now rightfully found its place as a go-to comfort song and celebration for his children and family. The unique nature but also relatable vagueness of the lyrics helps that quality translate perfectly, making this an easy must for organic and optimistic folk fans; those who crave the same kind of comfort and embrace from live music.
Time for something completely engaging, entertaining and thoughtful, with vocals and lyrics that naturally soothe. Outback Stormchasers are an elusive and impressive indie band, and Famous Last Words in the Multiverse is a genuine gem of an album for the year ahead.
Introducing a completely fresh take on the limitless world of electronic dance music. Relentless kick rhythms and old-school synths present a sort of epic cavern of sound, as Mirosonic captures the space between two extremes, for the uniquely energising but haunting single CATWALK TRANCE, Galaxy Club Remix.
Sydney songwriter and performer annelise recaptures the essence of RnB’s golden era, with the quickly catchy and distinct groove and tune of Lies.