Boorloo/Perth artist Blank Instrument, the musical project of singer-songwriter Kim Franklin, unveils her new single ‘Brand New’, out Friday, June 26, the first taste of her forthcoming debut album ‘Jumping at Ghosts’, due later this year. While the warm, country-tinged folk release explores the end of a relationship and the hope that follows, it also marks the beginning of […]
Boorloo//Perth pop artist Stefanie Passione shares the official music video for her latest single, ‘If you want it’ on Wednesday, June 24. Sensual, alluring and effortlessly confident, the track captures the power that comes from knowing your worth and choosing exactly how much of yourself to give away. Since debuting in 2018, Passione has released a steady stream of pop singles, showcasing […]
Boorloo//Perth pop artist Stefanie Passione returns with her new single ‘If you want it’, out Friday, June 19. Sensual, alluring and effortlessly confident, the track captures the power that comes from knowing your worth and choosing exactly how much of yourself to give away. Since debuting in 2018, Passione has released a steady stream of pop singles, showcasing her knack for […]
The search for validation can send even the most confident person into a spiral. On his new single ‘Tell Me You Love Me’, out Friday, June 19, Meanjin/Brisbane artist Harley channels that feeling into an energetic indie-rock release packed with an undeniable heart. Since launching the project in 2021, Harley has released a string of singles including ‘Depths’, ‘Those Eyes’, ‘What Do I Know’ and ‘Give […]
At just 14 years old, Queensland singer-songwriter, guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Shumo AG is juggling the demands of high school while making remarkable international strides in music. Written by Shumo AG, his powerful new bilingual single ‘Iron Veins’, out Friday, June 5, sees the young Australian artist join forces with one of Indonesia’s biggest bands, Batas Senja, on an ambitious cross-cultural […]
Boorloo/Perth-based artist EDIE returns with her sophomore EP, ‘Garden of Edie’, out Thursday, June 4. Exploring themes of self-discovery, confidence, confusion, toxic relationships and the consequences of temptation and choice, ‘Garden of Edie’ is an intoxicating electronic-pop and dance release that, much like the forbidden fruit, leaves innocence behind once bitten. Following her 2024 EP ‘unsaid’ and sharp-edged singles ‘Bleed’ and […]
Melbourne//Naarm artist MUKI (pronounced mʊk-ie) unveils his debut EP, ‘Trampoline’, out Wednesday, June 3, a deeply personal collection exploring the emotional highs, lows and in-between moments of identity, anxiety, heartbreak and growth. Building on his introspective blend of indie acoustic pop-rock, the EP is honest and vulnerable, showcasing MUKI’s thoughtful songwriting and understated arrangements. Since debuting earlier this year with singles ‘Gasoline’, ‘Reflections’ and ‘Morning […]
Australian country-rock artist James Keith leans into the realities of long-distance love on his new single ‘Cruel Game’, out Friday, May 29, a country-rock anthem about choosing devotion in the face of doubt. Arriving alongside the announcement of his forthcoming album, ‘I Call It Magic When I’m With You’ (out October 2), the track finds him reflecting on the risks of […]
Sugary, sharp and delightfully self-aware, Meanjin/Brisbane artist TIAHN captures the beautiful chaos of surviving and figuring out your twenties on her debut EP, ‘LiFe iS wEiRd’, out Friday, May 29. A pastel-soaked blend of indie-pop, R&B and cheeky lyricism, the project tumbles through heartbreak, rage, love and self-discovery, all delivered with sass and unapologetic confidence. Known for her wit […]
Country music talent from across Australia and beyond is set to light up the stage this weekend as Country Stars Australia proudly announces the Top 15 Finalists for the highly anticipated 2026 competition. After an overwhelming response of entries showcasing incredible artistry, passion, and raw talent, the judges have selected an outstanding line-up of emerging artists ready […]