In demand Australian producers Torren Foot and Airwolf Paradise today release their first original single together, ‘Everybody’. A record designed to fill dance floors, it’s catchy, driving and guaranteed to get you up and about.
‘Everybody’ samples Tittsworths’s 2010 hit ‘WTF’ feat. Kid Sister and Pase Rock, a record that both Melbourne artists have fond memories of hearing in their hometown’s club-back-rooms growing up. An admirable nod to the original, Torren Foot and Airwolf Paradise then do as they do best; up the anti. Rolling bassline, uplifting drums and pure energy from start to finish, ‘Everybody’ is that track that will remain on rotation for years to come.
Torren Foot speaks to the release, “I cut my teeth in the bloghouse days. Scouring Hype Machine for remixes and edits every week, it was my generation’s crate digging. This vocal cut from Tittsworth’s iconic ‘WTF’ has sat with me for years, I always wanted to flip it for a new generation. Coffee, adderall, xanax – we’re all on something, so lean into it and enjoy yourself.”
As two of Australia’s most sought-after touring acts, Torren Foot and Airwolf Paradise have ignited a cult following from their now infamous B2B sets. Notably Beyond The Valley 2023, and a sold out eight-hour Sunday afternoon marathon at Melbourne institution, Revolver. A musical journey in itself, the producers seamlessly blend their sounds, showcasing why they are two of the highest commoidity tastemakers in the dance game. Stand out festival performances from their debut North American B2B tour at Lollapalooza Chicago, HARD Summer Los Angeles and Elements Festival, solid evidence of this.
“We wrote Everybody as a nod to where we fell deeply in love with dirty club house music,” Airwolf Paradise says “rewind to 2010 and I’m chanting the words to Tittsworth’s ‘WTF’ in the infamous backrooms of Melbourne’s clubs. It’s an honour to be able to revive a bloghouse anthem from the 2010s and make it our own. We’ve been playing this in our sets for the past year and it never ever seems to fail.”
On the solo front both producers have equally earnt their status, and more. Torren Foot’s global break out moment arrived through his single ‘New Bottega’ with Azealia Banks released via Sweat It Out in 2023. The record collecting over 50 million streams, 260’000 sound uses on TikTok and 1.2 billion views on creations, and counting. The track also featured in Pitchfork’s list of the 100 Best Songs Of The Year. Airwolf Paradise’s 20 million streams consistently supported across key radio stations BBC Radio 1 via Pete Tong, Danny Howard and Sarah Story, plus triple j and Sirius XM.
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The Belair Lip Bombs today announce their new album, Again, out October 31 via Third Man Records (the first Australian release on the label), and share its lead single, ‘Hey You’. LISTEN HERE + PRE-SAVE THE ALBUM HERE. Again is the follow-up to their 2023 debut, Lush Life, a “punchy, hook-laden rock record…straightforward in sound but borderline unassailable in its construction” (The Guardian). Again marks a new chapter for Australia’s best-kept secret, who have been building a loyal local following since they first formed eight years ago with their earnestness and ultra-sticky power-pop song structures. Again is endlessly listenable and winkingly symbolizes the band’s reintroduction to a global audience. The Belair Lips Bombs is made up of Maisie Everett, Mike Bradvica, Jimmy Droughton, and Daniel “Dev” Devlin, who first formed the band in a Melbourne suburb, Frankston’s DIY venue Singing Bird Studio. Upon graduating from high school, they juggled band life with day jobs, working to define a sound inspired by classic rock pillars like the Rolling Stones and Television as well as indie stalwarts like the War On Drugs and Stephen Malkmus. They spent the first years as a band opening for Australian favorites like Ladyhawke, Spacey Jane, Slowly Slowly, and Tired Lion before releasing their more grunge-inspired self-titled debut EP in 2018 and then the poppier three-track follow-up, Songs to Do Your Laundry To (2019). As the next decade rolled in, The Belair Lip Bombs fine-tuned their “limerence-rock” (as Maisie puts it) aesthetic across impassioned and snappy singles. In mapping out what would become Again, the band merged their individual influences more than ever to craft a no-skips collection of indie-rock anthems. It gives the group’s DIY indie-rock style a fresh coat of polish across 10 rollicking new tracks. Again was produced by the band, Nao Anzai (The Teskey Brothers), and Joe White (Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever), marking the first time The Belair Lip Bombs worked with a producer. Maisie, who was born in Scotland and moved to Australia at 3 years old, tends to fall back into an early love of vocal behemoths, Queen when she writes the band’s prominent melodies and harmonies, as on today’s single, ‘Hey You’. The song is a jubilant melody built from a looping synth that’s bound to inspire listeners to leap up and dance it out. “Having a synth loop driving a whole song is something that we’ve never done before,” Maisie says. Dev adds: “We kind of leaned into that and pushed to make the scope of the song bigger than some of the other songs in the album.” The accompanying video was directed by Angus Fielder. The Belair Lip Bombs pull you in immediately with their self-coined “yearn-core” combination of quick-footed rhythms, warm and fuzzy guitar melodies, and Maisie’s cathartic vocals. As they move into an exciting new era of their careers, their unshakable friendship, wide-open hearts, and knack for foot-tapping melodies will no doubt endear them to legions of fans in search of musical transcendence. Next month, The Belair Lip Bombs embark on their first ever North American tour with Spacey Jane, with many dates already sold out. Following, they’ll play headline shows across Europe. For the full list of ticket dates and information, head to: https://thebelairlipbombs. THE BELAIR LIP BOMBS ‘Hey You‘ is out now, buy/stream it here.
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SATURDAY 25 OCTOBER
THE STROKES (AUS EXCLUSIVE)
THE WAR ON DRUGS (AUS EXCLUSIVE), VANCE JOY, M.I.A., LIME CORDIALE, WOLFMOTHER (PERFORMING DEBUT ALBUM), THE PRESETS, SKREAM & BENGA, GENESIS OWUSU, THE JUNGLE GIANTS,
CLOUD CONTROL (15 YEAR ANNIVERSARY), VACATIONS, BAG RAIDERS (LIVE), TEENAGE JOANS, DIVEBAR YOUTH, SUNSICK DAISY, OSCAR THE WILD,
ANY YOUNG MECHANIC,
SUNDAY 26 OCTOBER
JELLY ROLL
ROYEL OTIS, MINISTRY OF SOUND CLASSICAL, GROOVE ARMADA (DJ SET), SHABOOZEY, PNAU, LAUREN SPENCER SMITH, RUEL, SNEAKY SOUND
SYSTEM, THE DREGGS, DREW BALDRIDGE, JULIA COLE, FOLK BITCH TRIO, MILD MINDS, ANNA LUNOE, VELVET TRIP, TOWNS, COLDWAVE, COLTER, APOLLO
RYMILL & KING RODNEY PARKS / MURLAWIRRAPURKA & ITYAMAI-ITPINA
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Thursday 14 August – Today, Adelaide’s weekend feast of taste and sound Harvest Rock reveals its stacked 2025 lineup, featuring Jelly Roll, The Strokes (Aus Exclusive), The War on Drugs (Aus Exclusive), M.I.A., Vance Joy, Royel Otis, Wolfmother, Ministry of Sound Classical, Groove Armada (DJ Set), Cloud Control and many more. Promoted by Secret Sounds, alongside presenting partners Kicks Entertainment and Live Nation, this standout cultural and culinary experience of music, food and drinks is returning in its third year to Adelaide’s Rymill & King Rodney Parks / Murlawirrapurka & Ityamai-Itpina on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October.
Across two days and two major music stages, a lineup spotlighting exemplary local and international musicians awaits festival goers. New York rock legends and cultural icons The Strokes join as Saturday’s headliner for an exclusive Australian performance. Needing little introduction, from their debut 2001 record Is This It the 5-piece swiftly became a leading figure in the post-punk and garage-rock revivals of the early-2000s, with their catalogue now spanning six studio albums. Multi-award-winning, 4x Grammy-nominated American country music star Jelly Roll will headline Sunday’s billing during his first-ever visit down under, celebrating his most successful year yet with 2024 Billboard #1 album, Beautifully Broken.
Continuing to juice up Saturday’s billing is none other than Philadelphia’s heartland rock heroes The War on Drugs, back down under for a highly-anticipated exclusive performance. Beloved Australian singer-songwriter Vance Joy is ready to serve up his festival-shaping anthems like the multi-Platinum selling “Riptide” and “Mess Is Mine”, while adored British rapper and singer M.I.A. returns to Australia with her eclectic sound palette and slew of megahits like “Paper Planes” and “Bad Girls”. Northern Beaches surf-poets Lime Cordiale will infuse the day with sun-soaked melodies, alongside Australian hard rockers Wolfmother with their very special 20th anniversary show, performing their debut self-titled album in full, including smash hits “Joker and the Thief” and “Woman” for the Harvest Rock crowd.
The Presets are set to deliver their pulsating electro energy to the stage, as dubstep pioneers Skream & Benga make their long-anticipated reunion set. Genre-defying trailblazer Genesis Owusu unleashes his encompassing world-building and sheer energy to the mix, before festival favourites The Jungle Giants light up the stage with a high-octane performance. Beloved indie gems Cloud Control will continue their own 15th anniversary show run with a career-spanning set, as Newcastle rock act Vacations show why they are becoming one of the country’s most exciting exports and Bag Raiders have us seeing “stars” with a rare live set. Local talent is front and centre too, with punk rock duo Teenage Joans serving a hometown set not to miss, alongside indie-rock sweetheart Divebar Youth, riff-heavy Sunsick Daisy, indie rockers Oscar The Wild and alt folk darlings Any Young Mechanic.
Australian indie rock stalwarts Royel Otis join Sunday’s lineup, capping off a colossal year of sold-out shows, major global festivals like Glastonbury, Lollapalooza and more, plus celebrating their forthcoming second album, hickey. Curing the Sunday scaries, Ministry of Sound Classical are celebrating the greatest moments in dance music with their wildly popular live orchestral experience and reimaginings of generation-defining tracks, while one of the most successful dance acts of all time, Groove Armada, make a special DJ set appearance. Trailblazing star redefining modern country, Shaboozey, blends his Southern roots, hip-hop swagger and viral, record-breaking song “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” live to Adelaide, alongside Australian dance icons PNAU and British-born Canadian singer songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith. Chart-topping homegrown favourite Ruel, Gold Coast indie-folk duo The Dreggs and idols of Australian electronic music Sneaky Sound System take their place on the bill, as Nashville’s Drew Baldridge and empowering singer-songwriter Julia Cole cook up a dose of contemporary country heat. Buzzed-about Melbourne trio Folk Bitch Trio will offer harmonic bliss while producer Mild Minds floats the audience down a stream of summer-ready electronica, as club legend Anna Lunoe delivers raw, genre-hopping electricity. Psych-rock visionaries Velvet Trip, as well as the Kaurna-based Towns, post-punk troubadours Coldwave, brit-pop sweethearts Colter and genre-blending producer Apollo round out Sunday’s programming with a fresh wave of emerging local sounds.
In addition to its world-class international lineup, Harvest Rock’s unique offerings are closely shaped by its home on the doorstep of South Australia’s wine country, world-class culinary culture and diverse arts scene. Enter: the Amuse-Bouche Stage, a gathering place for culinary stars, podcasters and comedians
to showcase talks and ideas. Hosted by breakfast radio presenters Ben Harvey and Belle Jackson, expect appearances from Nat’s What I Reckon, the Marmalade trio, surprise artists from the music lineup and much more to be announced!
Away from the music stages, a spread of bespoke food and lifestyle activations will be on the menu all weekend, including bespoke pop-up cellar doors and buzzing bars, a curated by-the-bottle wine bar area, and elevated food experiences by local chefs and restaurants. Back for another year, Wildwoods & Cellar Door by Duncan Welgemoed & Nick Stock returns as the centrepiece of the festival’s food precinct. The duo have co-created a vibrant dining experience that champions South Australian producers, talent and venues, all within the open-air surrounds of Wildwoods Village.
The American-style classics of Denny Bradden’s Dirty Doris Diner, North Adelaide icon Regent Thai, the South African-inspired dishes of Africola Canteen, Prospect’s cult pizzeria and pasta bar Anchovy Bandit and Eden Hills burger joint Gang Gang will all be on site, serving their mouthwatering delights and showcasing Adelaide’s vibrant food network.
Spotlighting the state’s best in award-winning, world-class wines will be a gathering of local labels, open for tastings, sit-backs and ensuring a glass of South Australia’s finest is always in hand as you roam about the festival. Appearing this year are Ochota Barrels, Yangarra, Basket Range Wines, Murdoch Hill, Grant Nash, Sherrah, S.C.Pannell / Protero, Shaw + Smith / Other Wine Co, Henschke, Les Fruits / Parley, Bloomfield, Stoke Wines, Worlds Apart, Koerner, First Drop, Torbreck, Adelina and Champagne Taittinger, pouring a range of delicious drops sourced from vines across Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Barossa Valley and more.
Top up and elevate your weekend away with some premium VIP offerings, including exclusive areas at the Harvest Stage and Vines Stage, the luscious Harvest Lounge for putting your feet up, or the Harvest Suites to add the ultimate dose of luxury to your accommodation.
SA Minister for Tourism, Zoe Bettison shared: “The third edition of Harvest Rock delivers another impressive lineup that will bring music lovers from all around to Adelaide this October.
In past years we have seen around 30 per cent of ticket holders come from out of state, and the mix of significant international artists like The Strokes, as well as beloved Australian music legends like Wolfmother will again bring the crowds.
Now is the time to start booking to make the most of our wineries, renowned restaurants and nature experiences in our tourism regions to bookend your Harvest Rock Festival weekend in South Australia.”
Bon vivants and festival-goers from around the country are invited to South Australia to dance the weekend away at Harvest Rock 2025, a feast for the senses with an incredible lineup of music and the best of South Australia’s world-class flavours on the table. Perfect for book-ending with wine tours, gallery visits and eating at internationally-acclaimed restaurants around the region, don’t miss securing your spot at this South Australian icon this Spring.
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HARVEST ROCK
Presented by Secret Sounds
In partnership with Kicks Entertainment and Live Nation
Supported by the South Australian Government, through the South Australian Tourism Commission.
Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 October 2025
Murlawirrapurka & Ityamai-Itpina / Rymill & King Rodney Parks, Adelaide CBD
Presale tickets on sale: Tuesday 19 August 2025
GA tickets on sale: Wednesday 20 August 2025
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MUSIC LINEUP:
SATURDAY 25 OCTOBER
THE STROKES (AUS EXCLUSIVE)
THE WAR ON DRUGS (AUS EXCLUSIVE)
VANCE JOY
M.I.A.
LIME CORDIALE
WOLFMOTHER (PERFORMING DEBUT ALBUM)
THE PRESETS
SKREAM & BENGA
GENESIS OWUSU
THE JUNGLE GIANTS
CLOUD CONTROL
VACATIONS
BAG RAIDERS (LIVE)
TEENAGE JOANS
DIVEBAR YOUTH
SUNSICK DAISY
OSCAR THE WILD
ANY YOUNG MECHANIC
SUNDAY 26 OCTOBER
JELLY ROLL
ROYEL OTIS
MINISTRY OF SOUND CLASSICAL
GROOVE ARMADA (DJ SET)
SHABOOZEY
PNAU
LAUREN SPENCER SMITH
RUEL
SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM
THE DREGGS
DREW BALDRIDGE
JULIA COLE
FOLK BITCH TRIO
MILD MINDS
ANNA LUNOE
VELVET TRIP
TOWNS
COLDWAVE
COLTER
APOLLO
AMUSE-BOUCHE LINEUP:
HOSTED BY BEN & BELLE
NAT’S WHAT I RECKON
MARMALADE
ARTIST APPEARANCES
& MANY MORE – FULL LINEUP TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
FOOD:
DIRTY DORIS DINER
REGENT THAI
AFRICOLA CANTEEN
ANCHOVY BANDIT
GANG GANG
& MANY MORE
WINE:
ADELINA
BASKET RANGE
BLOOMFIELD
FIRST DROP
GRANT NASH
HENSCHKE
KOERNER
LES FRUITS / PARLEY
MURDOCH HILL
OCHOTA BARRELS
S.C.PANNELL / PROTERO
SHAW + SMITH / THE OTHER WINE CO SHERRAH
STOKE WINES
TAITTINGER
TORBRECK
WORLDS APART
YANGARRA
Perth’s own Rocco Martinez is lighting up playlists with his new single “You’re My Girl” — an irresistible mix of pop sparkle, modern rock punch, and soulful R&B undertones. With a vocal style that’s both clean and deeply emotive, Rocco draws from the charisma of George Michael, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, and Freddie Mercury while shaping a sound that’s entirely his own.
“You’re My Girl” is a love letter to that one person who makes you feel safe, seen, and inspired. It’s bright, danceable, and heartfelt — born from a personal shift from heartbreak and self-doubt into joy and gratitude. Layered with luminous synth textures, a driving rhythm section, and hooks that demand to be sung along to, the track is already resonating with fans for its uplifting energy.
The release sets the stage for the deluxe edition of Rocco’s debut album HN, arriving soon with bonus tracks and live performance recordings. It’s a celebration of his first chapter as an artist, offering a richer, more evolved sound that points toward the future while honouring where it all began.
Independent and self-producing, Rocco is carving out his own lane in today’s music landscape — not just making songs, but creating moments of connection and hope. With more music and live shows on the horizon, “You’re My Girl” is proof that his brightest work is still to come.
Australia’s premier multi-day festival, Beyond The Valley, is officially returning this year for its 10th birthday edition, taking place once again at the stunning Barunah Plains from 28th December to 1st January.
Presented by Untitled Group and triple j, and supported by Visit Victoria, BTV has grown into one of Australia’s longstanding summer rituals for tens of thousands of music lovers worldwide.
This year’s huge milestone event promises to be the most exciting yet, with Australia’s largest camping festival set to celebrate all of their unforgettable summer memories with fresh, one-of-a-kind experiences built on everything fans have come to know and love.
Having released a small teaser on socials yesterday, the festival officially launches today across social media. Set in a grey corporate dystopia, BTV’s launch campaign video follows office workers stuck in a lifeless routine until whispers of a hidden exit begin to spread. An evolution of last year’s theme, Life in Technicolour, the campaign taps into the universal need to escape and reconnect with the freedom, celebration and joy that BTV uniquely offers. As the final frame shows the words It Gets Better – an ode to the accompanying track by Kettama, heard only as a brief tease – the message is clear: Beyond The Valley is back.
Fans can expect the festival’s three main stages to return bigger and better than ever, with a reimagined Valley Stage designed in collaboration with UK-based creative studio Vision Factory, a newly revamped Dance Dome, and the return of the iconic Dr Dan’s.
Untitled Group Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Filippo Palermo, said: “Reaching Beyond The Valley’s 10th edition is something we’re incredibly proud of. What started as an idea between a few mates has grown into one of Australia’s biggest and most unique events, welcoming tens of thousands each year from across the country and overseas.
This year we’ll be celebrating the music, art and community that has shaped the festival into an important piece of Australian culture. Our team is excited to share the biggest and most innovative BTV production to date.”
A host of new experiences and activations will also debut at Beyond The Valley this year, led by The Lounge Room – a vibrant new space born from the original Podcast Stage – set to host everything from the festival’s beloved podcast programming presented by The Daily Aus and in-depth conversations, to an evening cinema experience and more. POOF DOOF returns with Cirque Du Slay, bringing nightly DJ sets, drag icons and the legendary Yummy crew. Vanessa’s Place, powered by the TAC, will also feature as part of the expanded on site experience with a dedicated chill zone as well as interactive games and activities, while The Palms Pool House, (a reinvented version of the former Beach Club) will offer punters a place to take a rest, cool off and refresh.
Festival favourites return in full force once again, with Jack Daniel’s House Party, Red Bull Unforeseen and Smirnoff Schmall Klub all set to evolve even further, with immersive party experiences, surprise twists and bigger, bolder activations, while The Sanctuary, presented by QV Ceramides, expands its offering, presenting a restorative oasis and a refreshed wellness program featuring meditation, massages, saunas, cold plunges and everything needed to hydrate, refresh and recover.
Following its successful premiere last year, The Valley Club once again offers an elevated members-only experience. Resort-style features, including a private bar, beauty station, badminton court and shaded al fresco lounging, shape a Summer playground of premium festival pleasures.
Beyond The Valley’s accommodation options return this year with more on offer than ever before, from General and Premium camping to Pre-Pitched tents, plus Lux Camp packages with exclusive access to the Valley Club and the all-new Signature Package for attendees wanting to take their experience to the next level. For those staying off-site, hotel packages and daily transport options are also available to ensure easy access throughout the festival.
Festival Entry Tickets will be available in 4-day, 3-day, 2-day and NYE-only options. Single Day Festival Entry tickets will also be returning, giving more flexibility to those wanting a taste of the BTV experience without the full weekend commitment.
Ticket + Car Pass bundles will also return after launching to great success last year, offering a streamlined purchase process for groups.
Fans can also secure tickets now and pay later via Afterpay, Zip Pay or Laybuy, making the lead-up to New Year’s smoother than ever.
This year’s event is presented by Untitled Group and triple j and is proudly supported by Visit Victoria, helping showcase the very best of the state’s music, culture and summer spirit.
Set on the lands of the Wadawurrung and Eastern Maar Peoples, Beyond The Valley will once again deliver a genre-blending lineup across world-class stages, with site-wide installations, immersive moments and pop-ups throughout. Having hosted artists like Tyler, The Creator, Peggy Gou, Central Cee, RÜFÜS DU SOL, FISHER, Nelly Furtado, KAYTRANADA and more, its 10th edition is set to be the biggest and boldest New Year’s celebration yet.
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BEYOND THE VALLEY
28 DECEMBER – 1 JANUARY
BARUNAH PLAINS, WADAWURRUNG COUNTRY, VIC
ARIA and AIR Award-nominated punks These New South Whales today share ‘INSTINCT’, alongside a stream of national tour dates this October. LISTEN HERE + TICKETS ON SALE HERE.
‘INSTINCT’ is an immediate listen: “Listen to your instinct / Fuck what the rest of them think.” Where their 2022 album TNSW confirmed the group’s evolution from brute force basement punk to hardcore fusion, ‘INSTINCT’ is Whales shooting from the hip, vocals slicing across a pounding instrumental anchored by drop bass and adorned with riffs. Produced and mixed by Ben Greenberg (Show Me The Body, Depeche Mode, Ceremony), the berating ‘INSTINCT’ signals a thrilling new chapter for Australia’s favourite punk agitators.
“I’ve wasted so much energy over the years worrying about what other people think,” vocalist Jamie Timony explains. “It’s such a futile, counterproductive pursuit – one of those lessons I’m always having to re-learn. The chorus lyrics are a mantra for a different way of thinking. The vocals felt triumphant and empowering – the song put us all in a really good mood the day we wrote it. Underneath the positivity, there’s a spirit of anger and unrest with the way things are… Now more than ever, it feels important to stay connected to yourself, your instincts, and to what’s actually real.”
WATCH: ‘INSTINCT’ (Official Video)
These New South Whales have always had a knack for balancing harsh reality with comic relief, first forming with humour at the forefront. The Melbourne foursome of Jamie Timony (vocals), Todd Andrews (guitar), Will Shepherd (bass), and Frank Sweet (drums) have honed their blend of undeniable artistry and self-effacing humour to runaway success across multiple disciplines.
From their cult Comedy-Central mockumentary TV series These New South Whales and satirical talk show TNSW Tonight!, to their hit podcast What A Great Punk, which is rapidly approaching 500 episodes over its five-year history, there remains a distinct separation between These New South Whales’ comedy and their music. As a band, any notion of parody was put to bed with the critical success of their last album, TNSW, which was nominated for a ‘Best Heavy Album’ ARIA after debuting at #9 on the ARIA charts.
They’ve shot the shit with rock royalty — Tame Impala, Amy Taylor (Amyl & The Sniffers), Tom Coll (Fontaines D.C.), Rodger O’Donnell (The Cure) among them. But TNSW’s live show resume is just as significant, sharing stages with the likes of Shame, Soft Play, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, The Garden and Grinspoon, while also gracing triple j’s seminal Like A Version. Today, These New South Whales boast a sound that swings between extremes while being anchored by profound self-belief. Their new music will blow your haircut off.
This October These New South Whales will take the stage with Delivery and The Antics to mark their latest era. Tickets are on sale now will all tour routing details listed BELOW.
‘INSTINCT‘ is out now, buy/stream it here.
TNSW TOUR DATES
Presented by Select Music & 23
Supported by Delivery and The Antics
Fri 17 Oct – Crowbar – Meanjin / Brisbane^ (TIX)
Fri 24 Oct – Crowbar – Eora / Sydney* (TIX)
Sat 25 Oct – The Night Cat – Naarm / Melbourne* (TIX)
Fri 31 Oct – Mojo’s – Walyalup / Fremantle^ (TIX)
Sat 01 Nov – Jive – Kaurna / Adelaide* (TIX)
*The Antics
^Delivery
Tickets are available HERE
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Wild Turkey Music 101 offers five artists the chance to join Killing Heidi on national tour with the ultimate pub gig prize
Wild Turkey’s five winning emerging artists will join Killing Heidi on a national pub tour to discover the top 101 Greatest Pub Songs of all time, from all over the world, as voted by the fans.
Wild Turkey has announced the five winning emerging artists from its acclaimed Wild Turkey Music 101 mentorship programme, who will now join iconic Aussie rockers Killing Heidi on their national pub tour later this month celebrating the top 101 Greatest Pub Songs of all time.
The five winners Serendipiti, Norwood Band, Jamie Lamont, Piper Butcher and one more to be announced in Sydney, have earned the chance of a lifetime to support Killing Heidi on tour, where they’ll reimagine iconic pub anthems whilst connecting with industry professionals and getting closer to the band that soundtracked your youth with hits like “Weir” and “I Am.”
The band, who have recently topped the ARIA charts again after 25 years with their iconic album ‘Reflector’ and recently landed their hit “Weir” at #77 in Triple J’s Hottest 100 of Australian songs, are going on the road for an intimate tour alongside the brand with five pub sets across three states.
The winners will join Killing Heidi as they hit the road to discover fan favourite pub songs, following in the footsteps of legendary acts like INXS, Jet, Screaming Jets, The Angels, Cold Chisel and Midnight Oil – all artists who got their big breaks performing in pubs across the country. From intimate venues to iconic stages, the winners will experience the authentic pub circuit that has shaped the music industry for decades.
These emerging artists won’t just be opening acts. They’ll be learning from Ella and Jesse Hooper as they hit classic pubs across the country. This year’s mentorship programme continued the brand’s commitment to nurturing rising talent, providing a platform for artists to trust their spirit and share their boldest stories. The programme selected five ambitious artists to work with industry professionals, with one hero emerging artist and four runners-up earning coveted prize packages.
The hero emerging artist will receive two days at Forbes Street Studios to help complete a single, plus the opportunity to support Killing Heidi and perform a cover song with them live on stage. They’ll also receive mentorship sessions with Killing Heidi, an introduction to a Universal Music A&R representative, and a Wild Turkey merchandise prize pack.
The four runner-up artists will each receive the opportunity to support Killing Heidi and perform a cover song with them live on stage, mentorship sessions with Killing Heidi, an introduction to a Universal Music A&R representative, and a Wild Turkey merchandise prize pack.
Ella Hooper, lead vocalist of Killing Heidi, said: “There’s something magical about the connection between artist and audience in a pub setting. It’s raw, honest, and utterly authentic. Some of Australia’s greatest musical legends cut their teeth in pubs, and we’re thrilled to be part of giving the next generation that same opportunity. Wild Turkey Music 101 represents everything we believe in – trusting your instincts, backing your talent and having the courage to get up there and perform.”
Wild Turkey Music 101 will partner with Forbes Street Studios, providing the hero emerging artist with tools designed to equip emerging artists with the skills and insights needed to navigate the music industry successfully.
Wild Turkey Marketing Director, Mark Watson said: “Wild Turkey’s heritage is built on unwavering belief and conviction, the same qualities that drive Australia’s pub music scene. Just as Jimmy Russell mentored generations of Master Distillers to perfect our signature bold flavour, we’re committed to mentoring the next generation of Australian musicians. Why 101? Because one more song makes all the difference. And timeless ones? They only get better with age.
The connection between pub culture and breakthrough musical moments is undeniable. Killing Heidi themselves proved that pub stages can launch careers that resonate across generations. Our mentorship program embodies the ‘Trust Your Spirit’ ethos, giving artists the platform and confidence to take that crucial next step.”
For the national tour, Killing Heidi will be celebrating the Greatest Pub Songs of All Time – covering some of the greatest pub songs of all time as voted by music lovers nationwide. Killing Heidi will also perform their own iconic tracks, ensuring fans can enjoy both beloved classics and the band’s signature hits.
The tour represents Wild Turkey’s commitment to honouring the best of pub music heritage whilst championing emerging talent as the heartbeat of pub anthems from all over the world, and the launching pad for musical careers. Beyond this tour, Wild Turkey continues to position itself as the definitive voice in Australian pub culture, with plans to expand its music initiatives and deepen its connection with the local music community.
Tour Dates & Locations:
Commercial Hotel, South Morang, VIC – Friday 22nd August
Hound & Stag, Arundel, QLD – Saturday 23rd August
Ettamogah Hotel, Kellyville Ridge, NSW – Thursday 28th August
Racehorse Hotel, Ipswich, QLD – Friday 29th August
Toronto Hotel, Lake Macquarie, NSW – Saturday 30th August
Tickets are available here.
Music fans can vote for their favourite pub anthems here.
The program reinforces Wild Turkey’s position as a champion of Australian music culture, continuing the brand’s tradition of supporting artists who embody the courage to trust their spirit and pursue their musical ambitions. With the Greatest Pub Songs voting still open and the tour creating nationwide buzz, Wild Turkey maintains its central role in celebrating and shaping Australia’s pub music heritage.
Good Things Festival has gone and done it again, dropping a 2025 lineup that’s bound to wreck calendars and bank accounts across the country. Rolling into Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane this December, the travelling alt-rock circus is stacking some serious firepower at the top, with Tool returning to Australian stages to twist minds and melt faces, and Weezer ready to hand out a decade-spanning setlist of singalongs.
Garbage are along for the ride, still as cool as they were in the ‘90s, and Machine Head will be there to make sure the pit is working overtime. Pop-punk fans get their fix with All Time Low and The All-American Rejects, while the heavier brigade can warm up their neck muscles for Knocked Loose, Lorna Shore, and Kublai Khan TX. There’s even a bit of history on the bill, with Refused tipped to be making their last Australian appearances.
The rest of the lineup jumps genres without apology: New Found Glory, Make Them Suffer, Dayseeker, James Reyne, Cobra Starship, Goldfinger, Tonight Alive… and that’s before you even touch the undercard, which runs from Bad Nerves and Civic through to the chaos of Stage 666, with Gwar, Scene Queen, Wargasm, Palaye Royale, Yours Truly and plenty more in between.
It all kicks off Friday 5 December in Melbourne at Flemington Racecourse, hits Sydney Showground the next day, and wraps up at Brisbane Showgrounds on Sunday 7 December. If you’ve been before, you already know the deal: it’s loud, it’s sweaty, it’s a whole lot of fun, and it’s probably going to ruin your Monday in the best possible way.
“SNAP” is a release of rage. How do you navigate the balance between speaking to global injustice and channeling your own experiences without one overshadowing the other?
I came to these lyrics through empathy. When I see people suffering through global atrocities, I think – that could happen to any of us. I’ve fallen into other people’s narratives or traps in my own life, so I relate deeply to that vulnerability in others. Every line of SNAP had to speak to both the intimate betrayals that have shaped me and the collective injustices I’ve witnessed. I wanted to humanise those experiences as much as I could.
You’ve mentioned the line “It starts slow, I never even felt it…” came from real moments of being pushed too far. Was there a specific personal experience that crystallised the emotional turning point of the song?
In danger, I don’t go straight to fight or flight. I freeze, fawn, or dissociate, and then it flips into a burst of fight. Even outside of danger, I’ll stay patient until the last straw, and then I erupt. When I wrote SNAP, I was coming out of a period where I’d been burned over and over. I’d been hit financially, forced to work myself into exhaustion, and it wrecked my health. Eventually I thought “this is bullshit!”. I needed to make changes. Rage can be healthy when it’s protective and that’s the energy at the core of this track.
This track marks your first time incorporating screamed vocals. What led you to that creative choice and was it more about emotional necessity, or musical evolution?
The song demanded it. I’ve wanted to scream on a track for years, but SNAP was what finally brought it out of me. I love that raw, unhinged kind of scream that sounds like you’re losing it. The challenge was finding a way to do it without wrecking my vocals. This is the first time I’ve truly encapsulated my rage in a song, and that makes it feel special.
The world you wrote “SNAP” in feels increasingly hostile to dissent, especially for femme and queer voices. Did you ever second guess being so raw or political in this song, or did the urgency demand full honesty?
While there has been real progress for women and queer people, we’ve also seen fascist thinking creep back into the West. The studio is my safe space, and once the music takes over, I don’t second guess what comes from my soul. Art is my God, and if my honesty is political, so be it.
There’s a juxtaposition in the song between control and chaos, was that something you and producer Chris Lalic worked toward consciously in the studio?
Excuse has been experimenting with light and shade for a while, so with SNAP the contrasting ideas came together naturally. The verses are sweet, but then the choruses let loose, and the outro has the energy of a full-on bar fight. Chris leaned into that tension-and-release energy immaculately, and we’re so thankful to him for it.
Excuse For An Exit have always created a space for outsiders, but this track feels like a call to arms. What kind of community are you hoping “SNAP” helps galvanise or strengthen?
There’s a real tenderness within Excuse and among our fans, and that’s something worth protecting. I hope SNAP strengthens that bond and gives people permission to stand their ground. I’m proud of what we bring to the Australian heavy music scene, and I want our community to feel a part of that.
Pop, punk, emo, electronic — your sound refuses to sit in a single box. Do you see genre as something political in itself, especially as a band pushing against mainstream expectations of how rage should sound?
We honestly can’t stop ourselves from experimenting. All art is political, so if our genre-skipping and bending feels liberating for others, I’m glad. It means a lot to bring an unrepresented voice of anger to the front, because so many feel this way and deserve to be heard.
You’ve said this track isn’t ‘overtly political,’ but the emotion is inseparable from activism. Do you think the music industry still struggles to take emotional expression seriously? Especially when it comes from women or femme artists?
Much of the music industry values sex, money and power over vulnerability and truth, and that’s where femininity and emotional expression get pushed aside. But there’s a huge community of people who crave unique honesty, raw emotion, and new ideas. That’s where I put my energy.
The response from your fans, especially around “ur villain” and your live shows, has been deeply supportive. Have you performed “SNAP” live yet? If so, what’s it like performing “SNAP” in front of people who see themselves in your anger?
We’ve only played it live once, at 2 Pizza 2 Planet Fest. I was nervous as hell! I was sick, it was the end of the set, and I didn’t know if I’d make it through. But when my voice started to crack, all I could hear was the fans at the front screaming with me. So I screamed right back. It turned into this unhinged, beautiful, chaotic moment, and I loved every second of it.
You’ve played grassroots festivals, raised money for Lifeline, and headlined sold-out shows — all while evolving sonically. What’s grounding you right now as you move into this next, more aggressive chapter?
My sister, my girlfriend, and my friends have always had my back, but getting stable again, with housing and finances, has been massive! Aggression in this chapter isn’t chaos for me. It’s focus. It’s me drawing a line and protecting what matters.
The stars are aligning for remarkable musicians of South East NSW poised for a career defining moment, as triple j Unearthed opens up a competition for the region to secure a spot on the Wanderer Festival line-up. Festival headliners include Missy Higgins, whose career was kick started when she won triple j Unearthed aged just 17 and was catapulted into fame, a record deal and an enduring career that sees her recently crowned #1 in triple j Unearthed’s 100 Best Discoveries of all time.
The Wanderer Festival triple j Unearthed competition is open now until 11:59 pm AEST, Sunday 31 August, 2025. The competition is open to musicians from South East NSW and can be entered by uploading up to 3 songs. Information on the competition will be live at www.abc.net.au/triplejunearthed/competitions.
Recent additions to the lineup include exciting alt-folk outfit Any Young Mechanic who are also on the brink of stardom as the young Adelaide outfit get set to grace Europe’s mighty festival stages at Reading, Leeds, Rock en Seine and more this month. Cheeky Leash brings the fun with their energetic indie rock, punchy hooks and good vibes. The Vasco Era will rattle your very soul awake – shaking you alive with their raw wild energy juxtaposed in an instant with tender and beautiful tones.
Adding to the Arts program, Wanderer welcomes back La Petite Grande – a Tardis of ohhs, ahhs and belly laughs. A gorgeous little pop-up theatre, La petite Grande presents classy sideshows designed for multi-generational audiences. Expect mind blowing acrobatics, side splitting comedy, gravity defying juggling, record- breaking hula hoops and anything else your mind can dream up. Hosts Kiki and Pascal take you on a short, sharp, silly and hilarious ride through 20 minute shows.
A word about tickets – they’re selling twice as fast as the last event. Don’t miss out!
With the line-up now complete, map out your festival weekend with the Wanderer Festival program schedule and Festival App out now.
A genuine festival of culture, Wanderer is a world-class production of music and art that expertly weaves the unique and creative spirit of the region through the vast and diverse program of national and international artists. As always, the cuisine will be heavenly.
Music Program – Saturday
Missy Higgins, Saint Motel (USA), Hockey Dad, Magic Dirt, Lavern (NL), Pierce Brothers, Grace Cummings, Folk Bitch Trio, Johnny Cash Recordings w Henry Wagons, O And The Mo (NZ), Jack Botts, The Tullamarines, Cheeky Leash, Dust, MAD.DAY, Groove Society, Jimi The Kween, Bec Sandridge, Prodikal – 1, Sixten b2b Benjamin, Sunday Lemonade, Bega Sound Collective.
Music Program – Sunday
The Living End, Boy & Bear, Jacob Banks (UK), Petit Biscuit (FR), Nikki Lane (USA), Cut Copy (DJ Set), The Vanns, Dug (IRL), Emma Donovan, The Vasco Era, Sylvie (USA), The Bures Band, Any Young Mechanic, MAD.DAY, Groove Society, Jimi The Kween, Bega Sound Collective, Lotte Gallagher, Mika James, Radium Dolls, Val Moogz, Lillian Mcveity.
Also bringing down the house in Wanderhaus we give you Chicka b2b Rangz, Darcy M. & Carlo T., Jai Cole b2b Kurtis Markwort, Just Andrew, Swell Records DJs, Usual Suspects DJs
Arts Program – Sat & Sun
La Petite Grand, Circus Trick Tease, Hannah Cryle – Giant Wheel, Josh Philips – Giant Ladder, Hobby Horse Gymkhana, Sam’s Caravan, The Swell – Festival Zeen, I Wear Wanderer, Big Lost Band, Fling Physical Theatre, We Shaped Up Like This, Morning Dance Party, Hair Dressing Salon, Social Dancing, Welcome To Country and Smoking Ceremony with Duurunu Miru Dancers.
October 4th-5th Wanderer Festival Pambula Beach, NSW
3rd-5th Oct Onsite Campground
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William Le Brun emerged as a standout artist on Australian Idol this year, influenced by legends like Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Michael Bublé his passion for swing music brought a unique flair to the competition.
Reviving the timeless charm of swing and captivating the judges and audiences with his versatile and stand out performances, the vocally diverse artist who can sing in multiple languages quickly became known as Australia’s very own ‘King of Swing’.
William’s debut single is titled, Drowning in a Diamond it is bold, dramatic, and cinematic, capturing the intensity of an emotional moment. The track blends the old and the new. A pop foundation layered and mixed in with the energy of swing, jazz, and the power of big band horns.
“With the combination of the horns and all these other incredible instruments, I wanted the song to be balanced with a modern pop production that creates a fresh and accessible sound. I wanted it to re-imagine classic sounds but in a contemporary context.” Said, William Le Brun.
Written by William along with Phil Turcio and Judd Field, Drowning in a Diamond is a song about a heart stopping moment when you see someone who just takes your breath away and suddenly your mind runs wild with the possibilities of what life could be if only you had the courage to go up to them and speak. It’s about love at first sight, but it’s told from the perspective of someone stuck in their imagination, dreaming up a whole world before they’ve even said hello.
“The title Drowning in a Diamond reflects the overwhelming beauty of that moment. It’s about being just mesmerised by someone so radiant and so dazzling, that it feels like you’re submerged in something untouchable. It’s the feeling that they’re simply too beautiful and too good for you and the fear that you’ll be rejected almost,” adds, Le Brun.
The single is the first offering from Le Brun who has plans to continue to release original music that reflects timeless genres like swing and jazz into today’s world, creating music that feels both nostalgic and new. It’s playful, it’s emotional, and it’s larger than life.
CORE is travelling to all corners of the world in 2026 with festivals in Colombia, USA, and Australia
From the forests of Tomorrowland to the world: CORE unveils global festival tour – arriving in Melbourne in November 2026
After two successful editions in Medellín, Colombia, CORE is now ready to expand and make its debut in the United States and Australia. In 2026, CORE is going global and is confirmed to arrive in Melbourne on Saturday, November 28, 2026.
For the first time ever, the iconic CORE stage will host standalone festivals on three different continents, set to transcend borders and awaken the senses of music lovers around the world. Initially born in the lush green surroundings of Tomorrowland as one of its most iconic and beloved stages, CORE now represents its own universe and musical DNA within Tomorrowland.
Teaming up with agencies Framed and Pitch Control, CORE Melbourne will capture the essence of the brand: a unique festival that blends the finest music in a natural, enchanting setting. Line-up and ticket details for CORE Melbourne will be revealed in early 2026.
Deeply rooted in nature and guided by a mission to bring people together through the finest alternative house & techno music, CORE unveils a global festival tour with three world-spanning destinations for 2026, bringing the mythical and beautifully crafted stage alongside a spectacular audiovisual experience to all corners of the globe. Pre-register and more info at core.world.
Entirely designed and crafted in-house by Tomorrowland’s creative team, the CORE stage with its stunning face design is a real artistic masterpiece that turned in no time into a true crowd favorite and has become a symbol of deep, alternative sounds. The CORE stage is known for its unique, immersive audiovisual experience and storytelling, taking festivalgoers on a multi-sensory journey with lights, dynamic videos, and enchanting scents. The sonic focus of CORE remains alternative house and techno music, branching off to different subgenres with both internationally renowned acts, as well as new talents and local artists.
“We are thrilled to bring the iconic CORE stage to Australia. As one of the signature experiences of Tomorrowland, CORE represents the essence of our music, art, and stage design. We look forward to sharing this unique atmosphere with fans in Australia and around the world.” Said Debby Wilmsen – Spokesperson for WEAREONE.world
The CORE universe
Besides the three shows in Medellín, Los Angeles, and Melbourne, CORE continues to showcase a curation of alternative house and techno acts at the iconic CORE stage at festivals like Tomorrowland Belgium, Tomorrowland Winter, and Tomorrowland Brazil. The CORE universe also lives beyond the stage through cutting-edge releases on its boutique label CORE Records and the monthly CORE Radio Show on One World Radio, spotlighting the most exciting emerging talent from around the world. Blending internationally renowned acts with boundary-pushing new voices across a range of subgenres, CORE delivers the energy of a full-fledged party while inviting audiences into a world of unexpected musical discoveries.
CORE in 2026 – pre-register and more info at core.world.
CORE Medellín – February 20 & 21, 2026 – Colombia
CORE Los Angeles – May 2 & 3, 2026 – USA
CORE Melbourne – November 28, 2026 – Australia
Line-up and ticket details for CORE Melbourne will be revealed in early 2026.
Frank Mighty is back—and he’s not here to dwell on the past. The Syrian-Canadian indie rocker, known for his shimmering psych-pop textures and sly lyrical wit, returns this August with Been Done, the infectious first single from his forthcoming debut album.
“I was sick of so many songs singing about the same thing,” Frank says. “Every song for a while had the word ‘nostalgia’ in the title—I just wanted to make a fun, upbeat tune that gripes about how nothing feels original anymore. It’s all been done.” And that’s exactly what Been Done delivers: a punchy, hook-laced track that calls out the copy-paste cycles of culture—both in music and beyond. It’s sonically sunny, but underneath the groove is a sharp edge. The second verse was born after Frank was abruptly let go from his job. “The cold, corporate way they handled it—it was so cut-copy-paste. That inspired a lot of the lyricism.”
Musically, it’s a confident leap forward from his earlier work. His debut EP Whispersongs (2021) turned heads with production from Grammy winner Jacquire King and earned placements on Netflix’s Ginny & Georgia. His 2023 EP Never Homesick channeled life on the road and sold-out shows into indie anthems like “Unattainable.” Then came Nexterday in 2024, landing him playlist love and a spot opening for Quinn XCII. But with Been Done, Frank is setting the tone for a whole new chapter. “It’s lyrically the song I’m most proud of—I even mention the Rockies, which is a nod to my Alberta roots.”
The single will be accompanied by a full visual rollout including a music video directed by Kyle Berger (MorMor, Geese, Casey Neistat), plus 60 days’ worth of compelling short-form content: DIY iPhone edits, behind-the-scenes from the shoot, GRWM clips, live performance footage, and more. It’s a layered, self-aware campaign that builds a world around the song while staying authentically Frank.
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