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Rocco Martinez Steps Into the Light with Feel-Good Anthem ‘You’re My Girl’

by the partae August 14, 2025
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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.

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BEYOND THE VALLEY CELEBRATES HUGE 10TH BIRTHDAY EDITION WITH RETURN TO BARUNAH PLAINS – 28th December to 1st January

by the partae August 13, 2025
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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.

Sign up for presale ticket access HERE for the best chance at securing tickets. Stay tuned for presale information, ticket timings and lineup announcements soon.

BEYOND THE VALLEY
28 DECEMBER – 1 JANUARY
BARUNAH PLAINS, WADAWURRUNG COUNTRY, VIC

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These New South Whales listen to their ‘INSTINCT’: urgent and primal new single out now + ANNOUNCE NATIONAL TOUR THIS OCTOBER SUPPORTED BY DELIVERY, THE ANTICS

by the partae August 13, 2025
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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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KILLING HEIDI HIT THE ROAD WITH WILD TURKEY MUSIC 101

by the partae August 13, 2025
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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.

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Good Things Festival 2025 Unveils Jaw-Dropping Lineup Featuring Tool, Weezer & More

by the partae August 12, 2025
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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.

https://goodthingsfestival.com.au/

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Interview: Excuse For An Exit -“SNAP” – Channelling Personal Betrayal and Global Injustice into Pure Rage

by the partae August 12, 2025
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“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.

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WANDERER FESTIVAL and triple j Unearthed deliver tremendous opportunity Set times released as ANY YOUNG MECHANIC, CHEEKY LEASH and THE VASCO ERA complete the WANDERER program

by the partae August 11, 2025
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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 

Tickets are selling fast, get yours now from www.wanderer.com.au

Wanderer is biennial so it would just be too long of a wait until the next one in 2027 if you miss out! 

Subscribe to www.wanderer.com.au and follow us on socials to stay up to date.   

Wanderer Festival is supported proudly by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW

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Reconnect. Explore. Discover. Be a Wanderer.

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AUSTRALIA’S OWN ‘KING OF SWING’ WILLIAM LE BRUN RELEASES DEBUT SINGLE DROWNING IN A DIAMOND ON EVE OF SOLD-OUT SHOW AT AMPHORA – MARVEL STADIUM

by the partae August 11, 2025
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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.


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CORE UNVEILS GLOBAL FESTIVAL TOUR – ARRIVING IN AUSTRALIA IN 2026

by the partae August 11, 2025
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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.

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Frank Mighty Drops ‘Been Done’ – A Sunny Indie Anthem with a Sharp Edge

by the partae August 11, 2025
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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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Gordi Shares Awaited Third Album ‘Like Plasticine’

by the partae August 8, 2025
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Australian indie-pop singer, songwriter and producer Gordi, today releases her exquisite third album, Like Plasticine. She also shares news of a special Sydney Opera House show in October to commemorate the album launch.

Many moons in the making, the arrival of Like Plasticine comes off the back of a whirlwind few weeks for Gordi, including tour dates with Foster The People in Europe, shows in the US for Lollapalooza, Hinterland Festival and a number of momentous appearances on US TV including The Kelly Clarkson Show, CBS Mornings as well as a KEXP session. Now back for a short stay in Australia ahead of further touring overseas, Gordi shares her excitement for the release:

“Today, as I finally set this album free, I am reminded of its beginning. Deep in the middle of the pandemic I began writing the songs that would make up ‘Like Plasticine’, wondering what the purpose of music was at all. I tried to stop thinking and just feel. When I look back on that time now, sitting in Phoenix Central Park surrounded by things I could make music with, I see ‘Like Plasticine’ arriving as though it was a fire hydrant erupting. Everything we try to contain comes out one way or another. So when you listen to this record, un-contain yourself, stop thinking, and just feel.”

– Gordi

Alongside Like Plasticine’s release, Gordi shares a video for key track ‘Your Consolation Prize’. Co-produced by Brad Cook (Snail Mail, Jensen McRae, Bon Iver), the song recalls the best of synth-pop savants The Postal Service – and, over drum machines backed by a soft choir of voices, represents Gordi at her full power. It grapples with the reality that, for all the acceptance and closeness she has found since coming out, there will always be young queer people whose lives will have qualifications or asterisks hanging over them because they don’t fit neatly into the mould.

Like Plasticine chronicles the last few transformative years of Gordi’s life. From coming out and having to adjust the vision of her future, to working as a doctor on the frontline during the pandemic, Gordi explores the beauty, heartbreak and finite nature of human experience across 12 new songs. Co-produced by Gordi, the album includes the cuts ‘Peripheral Lover’, ‘Cutting Room Floor’, ‘PVC Divide’ (feat. Anaïs Mitchell) and ‘Lunch At Dune’.

Songs from Like Plasticine has solidified Gordi’s global footprint, drawing acclaim from Grammy.com, The Guardian, NPR, Stereogum, Rolling Stone, Dork and more, with radio love from BBC Radio 1, BBC 6, Radio X, and major AAA stations in the US including KEXP, KCRW, and Sirius XM. In addition, two billboards in Times Square have seen Gordi front and centre representing Spotify’s GLOW and Amazon Music’s PROUD.

In celebration of the album’s release this weekend, Gordi will perform under a full moon at MCA’s Full Bloom event in Sydney – the stunning Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge her backdrop. She will also appear at Hum Music in Newtown on Saturday afternoon, playing a handful of songs from the album and signing records, and at Oh! Jean Records in Melbourne on Tuesday evening.

Next month, Gordi will return to the UK and Europe for the Bryce Dessner curated Sounds From A Safe Harbour Festival and Residency in Cork, Ireland, along with Reeperbahn Festival in Germany and a run of headline dates. She will then make her way back to Australia for a special intimate show at the Sydney Opera House (Playhouse Theatre) in October, with further dates to be announced soon. That will be followed by tour dates with revered British singer-songwriter David Gray in November.

GORDI TOUR DATES

AUSTRALIA

Saturday 9 August – Full Bloom at MCA, Sydney NSW (Evening)

Saturday 9 August – Hum Music, Newtown NSW (1PM – FREE IN-STORE PERFORMANCE)

Tuesday 12 August – Oh! Jean Records, Fitzroy VIC (5:30PM – FREE IN-STORE PERFORMANCE)

Saturday 23 August – Darwin Festival, Darwin NT

EUROPE

11-14 September – Sounds From A Safe Harbour Festival, Cork IRE

Wednesday 17 September – Jaki, Cologne DE

Thursday 18 September – Lark, Berlin DE

Friday 19 September – Reeperbahn Festival, Hamburg DE

Sunday 21 September – TivoliVrendenburg (Club Nine), Utrecht NL

Monday 22 September – Rust, Copenhagen DK

Wednesday 24 September – Trix Bar, Antwerp BE

AUSTRALIA

Friday 17 October – Sydney Opera House (Playhouse), Sydney NSW

AUSTRALIA (WITH DAVID GRAY)

Tuesday 4 November – Riverside Theatre, PCEC, Perth WA

Wednesday 5 November – Riverside Theatre, PCEC, Perth WA

Friday 7 November – Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide SA SOLD OUT

Sunday 9 November – Palais Theatre, Melbourne VIC SOLD OUT

Monday 10 November – Palais Theatre, Melbourne VIC

Wednesday 12 November – State Theatre, Sydney NSW SOLD OUT

Thursday 13 November – State Theatre, Sydney NSW SOLD OUT

Saturday 15 November – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane QLD SOLD OUT

Sunday 16 November (Matinee) – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane QLD SOLD OUT

Sunday 16 November (Evening) – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane QLD SOLD OUT

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Ministry of Sound turns 34 with Armand Van Helden after another landmark year for the vital London institution

by the partae August 8, 2025
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This October, Ministry of Sound celebrates 34 years of club culture in London with New York house pioneer Armand Van Helden. The four-room celebration will feature rising stars Olive F, Paisley Jensen, with more names to be announced.

Already one of the most recognisable institutions in electronic music, the South London club remains a leader in nightlife with continued dedication to the many clubbers who have walked through its doors over the last 30 years.

“We’re excited to welcome house music legend Armand Van Helden to the helm, alongside Olive F and Paisley, as we celebrate 34 years of the Club. It’s been a pivotal year for us,  collaborating with incredible brands and launching our No Velvet Rope Society, a fresh take on the VIP experience. And we’re just getting started. Big plans are already in motion for 2026: we’ll be raising the bar for dance floors across the UK with a refurbishment of the iconic Box room and expanding our global presence.” – Matt Long, Club Director.

2025 began with the launch of three new in-house brands: Smoove, which is all about UKG, funky and R&B, URGE, a stripped-back tech house night featuring the likes of Matthias Tanzmann, Cuartero, Blondi, Brisotti, and Disco Daddy, which has welcomed the likes of Derrick Carter, Dimitri From Paris more.

Over the summer, Ministry tackled a major renovation of its new NVR  space, the first of its kind in over a decade, transforming the space into an open mezzanine overlooking the iconic Box and its renowned Martin Audio sound system. The new membership concept No Velvet Rope, aims to reimagine VIP for a new generation of music lovers at the club.

Building on this, the Ministry introduced a sober raving concept in response to evolving nightlife habits, featuring a curated mocktail menu, low-alcohol beers, and CBD serves.  Andrijauskaitė

The momentum continued in April, with the now-infamous Toilet takeover in partnership with Lab54, an unannounced rave in the women’s toilets that went viral, amassing over 20 million views on socials.

With more than three decades already behind them, Ministry of Sound is gearing up for a monumental 35th anniversary in 2026. It’s a rare milestone these days with so many pressures on all fronts, so big plans are already in motion, so keep your eyes peeled.

Pre-sale sold out in record time with over 70% selling out in advance. Ministry of Sound is now down to the last remaining tickets for the 34th Birthday, and they can be purchased here.

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Southern River Band Announce New Album + Australian Tour

by the partae August 7, 2025
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Fresh from igniting mainstages at Europe’s biggest festivals, WA’s rip-roaring rock’n’rollers the Southern River Band announce their new album, Easier Said Than Done, out October 17 via Civilians. To celebrate, the band will play a string of record release shows around the country.

Along with the news comes the band’s new single “No Such Time”. Penned by their mate Bernard Fanning (Powderfinger) – one of the country’s most revered songwriters who recently had the biggest number of entries in the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs – “No Such Time” is full of groove and swagger, complete with a hearty belt-along chorus that won’t be pried from out of your head. Not a bad score from a bloke who casually slipped into the band’s DMs to tell them he loved what they were doing.

“It’s not every day you get a message from Bernard Fanning saying ‘G’day boys, got a song for ya’, but we were lucky enough to have that day. We SRB’d it good and proper and we’re absolutely stoked with how it’s turned out (so is he, thank f**k!) and hope you dig it as much as we do!” Says vocalist-guitarist Cal Kramer.

WATCH: SOUTHERN RIVER BAND – “NO SUCH TIME”

Southern River Band’s new album, Easier Said Than Done, was recorded with Grammy-winning producer Nick DiDia (Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen) in Byron Bay earlier this year. Having seen their live show – and they possess one of the best in the game – the legendary producer knew the best way to capture their serious musical chops and sweat-fuelled intensity was to record the group playing together in the same room.

The result: Easier Said Than Done is a 12-song arse-kicking rock’n’roll odyssey cruising through Thin Lizzy-styled guitar harmonies, AC/DC boogie and vintage Aerosmith swagger. You’ve already heard catchy AF payday anthem “F**k You, Pay Me” and the pub rock bravado of “Don’t Take It To Heart”, it’s easy to see why SRB are your favourite band’s favourite band.

Ever since Justin Hawkins (The Darkness) proclaimed the four-piece “a proper f**king rock band” after hearing their 2023 single, “Stan Qualen”, SRB has amassed a huge global fanbase with an insatiable appetite for Thornlie’s finest. Their previous record, 2024’s D.I.Y, rocketed up the Aus ARIA Chart, landing at #6 with the vinyl selling out so quickly it needed to be repressed before the album was even released. Most recently, fans flocked en masse to the group’s second run of UK and European dates, which included sweltering, full-throttle sets on some of the most revered festival mainstages.

Next up, SRB will be in full flight at BIGSOUND 2025. After that, they’ll take Easier Said Than Done for a spin around the country in October.

Tickets on sale now at thesouthernriverband.com

SOUTHERN RIVER BAND
EASIER SAID THAN DONE
AUSTRALIA 2025

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Thursday 16 October
Howler, Melbourne
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The Espy, Melbourne
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Uni Bar, Adelaide
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Crowbar, Sydney
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Brightside, Brisbane
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Port Beach Brewery, Fremantle
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THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN Kick Off Their Highly Anticipated Australian Tour This Weekend!

by the partae August 7, 2025
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When REVOLVER, which is by every metric the world’s top heavy rock magazine, ran a comprehensive survey of music fans and critics, in search of the 5 Greatest Live Band Of All Time, the results were decisive, clear and overwhelming. Beating the likes of: Metallica, Iron Maiden, Tool and Pantera to the summit was THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN at Number One!

‘’1. THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN: When it comes to irreverent, no-holds-barred onstage antics, none did it better, or more boldly, than spazzcore innovators The Dillinger Escape Plan. Throwing sanity, restraint, common sense and the band members’ own personal safety to the wind, the quintet approached each show as its own unique, arcane ritual, baptizing audiences with blood, sweat and chaos. No one ever left a Dillinger show without a memory — and possibly even a scar — to treasure for life, and a story to shock, astound and horrify disbelieving friends and family with. DEP bid fans farewell at the end of 2017, as possibly the world’s last truly dangerous rock band.”

Following an 8-year hiatus, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN returns for a very limited number of live shows to commemorate their groundbreaking album Calculating Infinity and so much more.

For those who have before witnessed THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN live, we already know that you will be there. For those who have not, life has given you a second chance. Grasp it with gratitude!

Joining them are U.S. Industrial Hardcore Meets Punk Rap Sonic Disruptors, H09909

When Calculating Infinity was released via Relapse Records, it didn’t just shake up the underground—it rewrote the rulebook. Its songs were short but densely packed, like punk songs played with conservatory-level chops. Tracks like ‘43% Burnt’ and ‘Sugar Coated Sour’ didn’t follow traditional verse-chorus structures—they erupted, recoiled, and exploded again without warning.

The album was hailed immediately for its technical prowess, intensity, and innovation. Rolling Stone later named it one of the “100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time,” while Pitchfork credited it with pushing the boundaries of what extreme music could be. At a time when nu-metal was dominating the mainstream, Dillinger offered a complex, confrontational alternative that influenced bands from Between the Buried and Me, Code Orange, Rolo Tomassi, Converge, Every Time I Die, Architects to The Callous Daoboys.

Calculating Infinity was the only full-length release to feature original frontman Dimitri Minakakis. His performance on the album was raw, visceral, and unhinged—a perfect match for the band’s frenzied instrumentation.

Minakakis left the band in 2001, pivoting to a successful career in design. But in 2024, he rejoined the fold for a sold-out run of Calculating Infinity anniversary shows in Brooklyn, marking the first time the album had been performed in full by the original voice. The chemistry, according to fans and the band alike, was electric.

“This is something we never thought would happen,” guitarist and founding member Ben Weinman said. “But it’s not about a comeback or a cash grab. It’s about reconnecting with something that still means everything to us—and to our fans.”

The Dillinger Escape Plan are not just a band—they are a movement. They challenged what heavy music could be and inspired others to push boundaries instead of follow formulas. That’s why they’re considered one of the most influential bands in modern extreme music.

Calculating Infinity remains a benchmark of technical ferocity and emotional urgency—an album that not only birthed a genre but also tested its boundaries. The 2025 Australian shows, with Minakakis front and centre, aren’t just concerts—they’re historical punctuations: proof that 25 years later, this music still devastates, inspires and unites.

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN August 2025 Australian Tour Dates

Sunday 10th August PERTH, Metropolis Fremantle

Tuesday 12th August ADELAIDE, The Gov

Wednesday 13th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre – SOLD OUT

Thursday 14th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre – New Show

Saturday 16th August SYDNEY, The Enmore

Sunday 17th August BRISBANE, The Tivoli

TICKETS ON SALE NOW FROM: https://thephoenix.au/the-dillinger-escape-plan/

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THE HILLS ARE ALIVE GROUP ARTIST MANAGERS AIDAN MCLAREN, JOE MILES AND RHETT MCLAREN LAUNCH ‘WEIRD FISHES’

by the partae August 7, 2025
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WEIRD FISHES L-R: Rhett McLaren, Joe Miles, Aidan McLaren

After more than a decade of managing artists in a strategic partnership with UNIFIED Music Group, Aidan McLaren, Joe Miles and Rhett McLaren have launched a new independent artist management company, Weird Fishes.

The Weird Fishes management team kicks off with an impressive roster, including Australian staples; Boy & Bear, The Dreggs, Pete Murray, Steph Strings and Tim Hart, all of whom are currently experiencing significant periods of growth in their careers.

Boy & Bear are one of Australia’s premiere alt/indie acts. With multiple number 1 albums, 5 consecutive top 10 albums, the band are selling more headline tickets in their career than ever before.

The Dreggs are one of the fastest rising acts in the country. Snagging the coveted triple j feature album this week, the most played Like a Version of any Australian act this year,  playing the upcoming Spilt Milk and Strumming Bird touring festivals, as well as embarking on their own debut North American headline  tour along with returning to the UK/EU for headline shows in September and October.

Pete Murray is a national icon. He’s sold over 1.2 million albums and is currently in the middle of a 57-date Australian tour that has already sold 35,000 tickets.

Steph Strings has amassed over 1 million social followers and is selling out headline shows and playing festivals all over the world. Stay tuned for her debut album that is coming soon.

Tim Hart is a singer-songwriter-producer (and a founding member of Boy & Bear). His stunning ‘Parasol’ EP was released last week and he continues his reputation as one of the country’s best indie/folk creators.

Mike Waters is a Grammy award winning singer songwriter whose own releases  and co-writes have amassed over half a billion streams.

In a joint statement the Weird Fishes founders expressed excitement for the new venture, “We are incredibly excited to launch Weird Fishes and for this next chapter in our journey. We wholeheartedly believe in the unique talent, audience-connection and growth-potential of each of the acts we represent, both locally and internationally, and are excited for what the future holds.”

In addition to Artist Management, the McLaren brothers and Joe Miles are the driving-force behind The Hills Are Alive Group and much-loved music festivals, NYE on the Hill and Ocean Sounds. Now in their 12th and 7th years running, these festivals have become known for putting world class Australian acts on their stages, including The Teskey Brothers, Ocean Alley, Dope Lemon, Courtney Barnet, Royel Otis, Genesis Owusu, Tkay Maidza, Ball Park Music, Tash Sultana, Vance Joy, Dean Lewis, Tones & I, Angie McMahon, Amy Shark and more.

Through their partnership with Jaddan Comerford, and as co-founders in Red Hill Entertainment, Rhett and Aidan were also instrumental in the creation and running of the iconic UNIFY Gathering Festival as well as Gippsland Country Music Festival.

Showing gratitude for their time with Unified Music Group, the Weird Fishes collective share, “Partnering with UNIFIED over the past decade has been nothing short of inspirational, and allowed us to take this step on our own. The friendships and memories we have created there will last a lifetime and we look forward to further collaborating together as our artists continue to work across many different parts of the group.

And on their future, “we’re hyped for our  new adventures and challenges, and are so thrilled to be stepping out on our own. We cannot wait to see what the future holds – we’re here to continue to work hard and rep our artists with heart, passion and experience”.

For more information, visit weirdfishesmusic.com

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