April 2026

Australian producer/DJ Arky Waters is ramping up anticipation for his upcoming debut album with the release of his latest single, ‘Molly’.

“I just wanted to make some dance music that was fun and dumb. When I first started experiencing club music, I remember the trap DJs always cutting in some bass house in their sets. It was a fun way to provide an energy switch during the set, so I wanted to make something similar. For some of my friends that I’ve shown it to, it’s their favourite track on the record!” says Arky Waters

‘Molly’ is a high-energy, bass-driven track designed to spark the dance floor while showcasing Arky Waters’ playful take on electronic music. With its infectious drive and uplifting drops, it’s the perfect teaser for what’s to come on his debut album.

‘Molly” is out now via Mammal Sounds Records:
https://bfan.link/arky-waters-molly

Socials:

https://linktr.ee/arkywaters

Credits:

Written & Produced by Arky Waters

Mixed by Doug Wright

Mastered by Suture Mastering

Artwork & Photos by Arky Waters

Visuals by Arky Waters

At just 17, Vancouver-based singer-songwriter Sophia Bouvier steps into view with the quiet confidence of an artist who already knows the power of a well-told story. Her debut single, “Poison Apple,” serves as both an introduction and a statement of intent—an intimate, emotionally charged track that explores what she describes as “the push and pull of temptation, trust, and heartbreak.” There’s a tension running through the song, where sweetness slowly gives way to something sharper, capturing that all-too-familiar moment when illusion fades and consequences settle in. With its vivid lyricism and reflective tone, “Poison Apple” invites listeners to find themselves within it, sitting with the complicated choices we make and the bittersweet aftermath they leave behind. It’s a compelling first glimpse into a songwriting voice that leans into vulnerability without losing its edge.

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Ahead of the release of her studio album ANOMIE, Adelaide-based songwriter and musician Anna Jeavons shares another powerful taster with new single, ‘Smart Casual’.

A song that speaks to Jeavons’ heartfelt and natural talent for songwriting and storytelling, ‘Smart Casual’ is emotive and high impact. Produced by Ben Stewart (Slowly Slowly), it locks listeners in, with commanding vocals and layered guitars building to a moving crescendo. Jeavons pours reflections on a turbulent time in her life into lyrics that feel both accessible and intimate.

“Smart Casual is a song about how we don’t grow all year round and, like plants, need light and time. Like a lot of songs on the album, it wrestles with existential angst; it’s an outpouring of loneliness, and yearning for meaning. In the lyrics I say: I don’t believe in anything; I am more alone than I have ever been.

But it’s not all depressing. At the end you can hear me repeat the lyrics ‘it’ll be alright’, almost like a mantra. I think I wanted to believe I could tend to the parts of me that felt cold or buried – and eventually be ready to unfurl and grow again.”

Indeed, “It’ll be alright” may be the catchcry of the artist’s forthcoming album. A skilled lyricist, Anna carefully articulates commonplace anxieties. But it is hope, not self-pity, that’s left lingering in the listener’s ear.

Along with the release of ‘Smart Casual’, Jeavons is excited to share the song’s official music video, co-directed by Jeavons herself and Brendan Levi.

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Anna, who lives with Bipolar I Disorder, wanted to visually capture her relationship with nature: one of her great comforts in times of crisis.

“Imagery like lying in grass, or being engulfed by the ocean, is an important visual for the album. Reconnecting with the natural world, and listening to it, helps me slow down; to stop rushing headlong to my death. It makes me feel connected to something bigger, universal, eternal – to the natural order of things. Less alone. I can immerse my miserable, crushing individuality into something older and wiser – the earth, the long grass; a speck intermingling with an enormous universe.

The video was shot at locations between Brownhill Creek, Belair and Lynton Railway Station in Adelaide.

Jeavons wanted to contrast the footage with imagery of lying in bed in a dark room doomscrolling, representing her depression.

“I recruited my friends Brendan Levi and Daniel Wise to bring this one to life. We focused on aligning match cuts between the bedroom and the nature shots, and capturing footage from above that pulls out slowly. I was hoping to create a feeling of expansion, like in the song. It starts simple, then builds and opens up at the end, becoming big and cinematic. We wanted to mirror that in the music video.”

ANOMIE will be released on April 29 – the start of a much-anticipated new chapter for Jeavons, one of Adelaide’s long-beloved storytellers. So far this year, the artist has released six stunning tracks, each speaking to the themes of the album in their own way.

Featuring songs ‘Woo Me’, ‘On The Sidelines’, ‘Milky’ and more, the growing collection has provided newcomers with a great gateway to Jeavons’ music. For longtime fans, it’s been a poignant reminder of her dedication to the craft. With the release of ‘Smart Casual’, we see Anna Jeavons take another step forward, offering more poetic and nuanced musings on what it means to be alive.

SMART CASUAL IS OUT NOW

ANOMIE IS RELEASED WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL.

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Big Wave world champion continues musical rise with one of 2026’s standout collaborations

MAKUA is heading to Australia and is set to perform at Sessions Surf Festival on the Gold Coast on 23 May 2026 + more to be announced

Big Wave world champion Makua Rothman has released his new single Catch A Wave, a powerful collaboration with multi-platinum alternative act AWOLNATION that is already gaining global traction.

A World Surf League title holder, Rothman built his reputation charging some of the most dangerous waves on the planet. But behind the accolades lies a journey marked by personal struggles that once saw him lose his way before rebuilding his life through surfing, music and discipline.

Now emerging as a powerful voice beyond the surf world, the North Shore of Oahu native channels those experiences into music that blends alternative rock and surf punk. His songs draw heavily from life growing up on Hawaii’s North Shore and the tight-knit surf community that shaped him.

His latest release, Catch A Wave, features Aaron Bruno, frontman of AWOLNATION and the voice behind the multi-platinum hit Sail, with the collaboration naturally progressing from creative partnership and into the studio.

At its core, the track is grounded in loss, brotherhood and life in the water, carrying an emotional weight that reflects Rothman’s journey both as an athlete and an artist.

“Music gives us a way to bring back the memories of our friends who have passed and help carry their legacies forward,” Rothman says. “The song is a way to make sure they are not forgotten.”

Working alongside multi-platinum producer Jimmy Messer, whose credits include Madonna, Miley Cyrus and Kelly Clarkson, Rothman has been building momentum as an artist, touring with acts such as AWOLNATION and Sublime.

Australia is a natural stop, with Rothman planning upcoming tour dates. He will kick things off on the Gold Coast at Sessions Surf Festival 2026, with additional dates to be announced. He carries strong recognition among surf audiences, while his crossover into music is connecting with a broader cultural audience across sport, music and lifestyle.

With a new album expected this year, his upcoming visit will introduce Australian audiences to the next chapter of that journey.

LISTEN TO CATCH A WAVE HERE

Available now on all streaming platforms

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Australian songwriter/producer Callum MacDonald (best known as a core member of Brisbane R&B/soul outfit daste.), continues to carve out a new lane with his solo project, Monsieur Mellow. This week, he shares his latest single, “Roll River, Roll”, the next taste of his forthcoming debut solo EP.

Launching the project in January with the smooth, groove-led ‘Paris Strut’, and quickly following it up with ‘Slow Down’ featuring Sydney artist Taj Ralph, Monsieur Mellow has been steadily building a world that leans into warmth, nostalgia and late-night sway. Now, “Roll River, Roll” sees him teaming up with Brisbane singer/songwriter Jackson James Smith for a collaboration that feels both effortless and overdue.

Built around soulful vocal samples and glowing brass lines, the track locks into a slow-burn rhythm that feels timeless. Lush trumpets set the tone early, while the groove carries that signature Monsieur Mellow balance — music that feels lived-in yet immediate, equally suited to solitary reflection or a dancefloor moment shared with someone close.

Speaking on the track, Callum shares; “I’ve always been drawn to soulful vocal samples, so in August last year I remember spending a few days digging through acapellas that really spoke to me. A handful from the London collective Soothsayers immediately clicked as they carried the warmth I’d been hearing in my head for this project. From the start, I knew where I wanted the sound to lean.

With Monsieur Mellow, I’m always chasing that sweet spot between groove and nostalgia. I want the music to feel lived-in, like something that moves you in the moment but also feels like it drifted in from another decade. There’s a certain sway I’m after, that slow-burn rhythm you could dance to with someone you love as the night rolls on.

The foundation of “Roll River, Roll” came together quickly once the brass lines and chorus vocal sample locked in. The trumpets really set the tone, and everything else flowed from there. I’d been hoping to work with Jackson for a long time, but I’m a big believer in waiting for the right song. I feel lucky he connected with it. His vocal ended up being the final touch on a track I already loved, and it lifted the whole thing exactly where it needed to go.”

With each release, Monsieur Mellow further defines his solo identity — one rooted in groove-heavy production, soulful textures and a deep reverence for classic songwriting. “Roll River, Roll” continues that evolution, setting the tone for what’s to come from his debut EP later this year.

Stream:
https://bfan.link/roll-river-roll

Monsieur Mellow:
https://linktr.ee/monsieurmellow

Jackson James Smith:
https://linktr.ee/Jacksonjamessmith

Credits:

Co-Written by Callum MacDonald, Jackson James Smith, Soothsayers, The Finishing Touch

Produced & Mixed by Callum MacDonald

Mastered by Paul Blakey

Artwork & Visuals by Callum MacDonald