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MR. WORLDWIDE PRE-PARTY’ HITS MELBOURNE — FREE BALD CAPS, FIREBALL AND A 5-HOUR PITBULL MARATHON BEFORE FRIDAYZ LIVE – ROYAL MELBOURNE HOTEL

Presented by Danny Rants

Royal Melbourne Hotel is turning into ‘Planet Pit’ this Friday, hosting the city’s most ridiculous (and possibly most on-brand) warm-up party before Fridayz Live kicks off at Marvel Stadium.

From 12pm, the team behind RMH are running a 5-hour Pitbull marathon — every era, every remix, every “Dale!” — soundtracking an afternoon of bald-cap giveaways, Fireball shots, and unapologetic chaos and fun.  Guests can score a free bald cap (1000 at the door), sip on Fireball specials from the bar and grab a classic pub feed before the mariachi band leads the crowd (literally) to Marvel Stadium for the main event from 4.30pm.

The party will feature:

1000 Free Bald Caps – because there’s only one Mr. Worldwide energy.

Fireball Suits & Merch Giveaways – the most extra pre-party outfit you didn’t know you needed.

Live Mariachi March to Marvel – kicking off from 4:30pm.

All-Day Parmas, Drinks & Normal Pub Service

5 Hours of Pitbull – every hit, no shame, no stopping.

“Look, if you’re going to see Pitbull, you might as well go full Mr. Worldwide,” said Danny Rants who is hosting the event said. “We’re giving Melbourne permission to be bald, loud and happy for a day.”

The event is free entry, walk-ins only, and expected to be packed by midday — so get in early, grab your cap, and channel your inner Pitbull before Fridayz Live begins.

Royal Melbourne Hotel
629 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC
Friday 25th Oct – from 12 pm | Mariachi March to Marvel from 4:30 pm

Also catch the Danny Rants podcast weekly, chatting with Music Industry icons across Australia – CLICK HERE!

+ New shows presale commences 3pm AEDT today
​+ General on sale for all shows commences Tuesday 21 October, 12pm local time

Following overwhelming demand in today’s presale, Frontier Touring is thrilled to announce additional shows in Melbourne and Brisbane for Canadian country powerhouse Cameron Whitcomb. Proving to be one of the hottest tickets in town, Whitcomb’s The Hard Way Tour is shaping up to be an unmissable debut headline run across Australia & New Zealand this May 2026!

Known for his gritty voice, high-octane performances and raw storytelling, Cameron will play new shows at the Forum, Melbourne (Sun 10 May) and The Tivoli, Brisbane (Wed 13 May). Presale allocation exhausted for the first Forum, Melbourne (Sat 9 May) and The Tivoli, Brisbane (Tue 12 May) shows.

Presale tickets for the two new shows commences 3pm AEDT today, Monday 20 October and joins the existing Frontier Member presale for all previously announced shows, running until Tuesday 21 October (11am local time). The general on sale commences tomorrow, Tuesday 21 October (12pm local time). Tickets and tour info via frontiertouring.com/cameronwhitcomb

Watch: Cameron Whitcomb – Fragile (Official Lyric Video)

Cameron Whitcomb has quickly become one of country music’s most exciting new names. Since the release of his breakout 2024 EP Quitter, the 22-year-old has earned over 600 million global streams, headlined shows across North America and Europe, and landed on Spotify and Amazon Music’s 2025 Artists to Watch lists, all before dropping a full-length album.

Hailing from British Columbia and with a story as bold as his sound, Whitcomb’s journey from pipeline worker to breakout country star has been anything but ordinary. Cameron Whitcomb is the rare artist with the courage to uncover his most uncomfortable truths. His debut album The Hard Way, shares his most powerful work yet: a selection of songs that willfully stare down his demons, instilling every moment with equal parts grit and sensitivity and explosively poetic detail, including the chart-climbing singles ‘Medusa’ and ‘Quitter’ (ARIA Gold status) and ​ ‘Hundred Mile High’. ​

Don’t sleep on the debut Cameron Whitcomb live shows in Australia and Zealand this May!

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CAMERON WHITCOMB
​THE HARD WAY TOUR
​AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
​MAY 2026
​Presented by Frontier Touring

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NEW MELBOURNE & BRISBANE SHOWS
​FRONTIER MEMBER PRESALE 
​via frontiertouring.com/cameronwhitcomb
​Begins: Monday 20 October, (3pm AEDT) ​

​ALL PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED SHOWS
​FRONTIER MEMBER PRESALE 
​via frontiertouring.com/cameronwhitcomb
​Currently running until: Tuesday 21 October, (11am local time) ​
​or until presale allocation exhausted

​ALL SHOWS – TICKETS ON SALE
​Begins: Tuesday 21 October (12pm local time)

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ALL SHOWS 18+

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Tuesday 5 May
​Powerstation | Auckland, NZ
​18+
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Thursday 7 May
​The Gov | Adelaide, SA
​18+
​oztix.com.au

Saturday 9 May
​Forum | Melbourne, VIC
​PRESALE ALLOCATION EXHAUSTED
​18+
​ticketek.com.au

Sunday 10 May
​Forum | Melbourne, VIC
​NEW SHOW
​18+ ​
​ticketek.com.au

Tuesday 12 May
​The Tivoli | Brisbane, QLD
​PRESALE ALLOCATION EXHAUSTED
​18+
​ticketmaster.com.au

Wednesday 13 May
​The Tivoli | Brisbane, QLD
​NEW SHOW
​18+ ​
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Friday 15 May
​UNSW Roundhouse | Sydney, NSW
​18+
​moshtix.com.au

Ren Barlow is an Australian singer, songwriter and soulful female artist with deep country roots.  Classically and contemporarily trained in voice, Ren has been performing since she was a young child. Both as a solo artist and as part of various ensembles. Her impressive career includes performances with Melbourne Opera, Melbourne City Opera and the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Victoria among others. Ren’s musical journey follows three distinct paths: Acoustic Covers (A reimagining of her favourite songs over the years, spanning both male and female artists, delivered in her signature acoustic style), Original Works (A diverse collection of songs blending classical, pop, rock and country influences, with a production leaning towards the sounds and sensibilities of country rock and Tributes to Legends (Ren’s unique take on the timeless music of 1950s rock and roll pioneer, Buddy Holly and Linda Ronstadt).

 Ren is excited to present her new album release ‘The Songbook of My Heart.’ The album is more than music, it is a tapestry of memories, love, and longing, stitched together through songs that have shaped Ren’s journey. The melodies hold the echoes of joy and sorrow, resilience and hope and the tender spaces in between. ‘The Songbook of My Heart’ isn’t a tribute to Linda Ronstadt, it is Ren’s story, told through the songs that gave her a voice when she didn’t have the words. These songs have been with Ren through love, heartbreak, family and the moments where she had to find the strength to begin again. “When I sing them, I’m not just revisiting the past, I am opening the chapters of my own life. Linda’s music has always felt like a companion and now it becomes the lens through which I share who I am, where I’ve been, and what I carry forward. This album is deeply personal. It’s my journey written into song, my truth, my memories and my heart,” – Ren explains.

On October 16, Ren will take to the stage for a very special evening, performing ‘The Songbook of my Heart’ a heartfelt tribute to one of her greatest musical influences, Linda Ronstadt. With reverence and artistry, Ren will breathe new life into Ronstadt’s iconic songs, reimagining them with her own soulful style and emotional depth. “I love the process of putting my own take on the songs, pulling them apart and creating a new sound, keeping them simple and raw. It’s been so much fun and such a wonderful journey,” says Ren.

Ren is currently working on a full-length album of original songs, written and performed by herself, with accompanying music videos. These songs, shaped by truth, longing, love, and resilience, reflect a life lived with passion and purpose. Beyond her own music, Ren’s passions are rooted in creative expression and empowering others through literacy and education. As well as mentoring young musicians, helping them build a solid foundation in the industry and supporting them in pursuing their musical dreams.

THE SONGBOOK OF MY HEART – SHOW DETAILS:

SHOW DATE: 16/10/2025

TIME: Doors 7pm, Show 8pm

VENUE: Memo Music Hall – 88 Acland Street, St Kilda

EVENT LINK HERE!

TICKET LINK HERE!

Songs that shaped a woman, a voice, a life. In ‘The Songbook of My Heart,’ singer-songwriter Ren Barlow invites you into an intimate evening of music and storytelling—a reflection on love, loss, strength, and the turning points that shaped her life. Framed by the unforgettable songs of Linda Ronstadt, Ren shares her journey through raw and honest reflections, weaving personal stories with music that once held her, moved her and helped her find her voice again. These aren’t just covers, they are emotional postcards from Ren’s own path, delivered with deep soul and vulnerability. Featuring songs like ‘Long Long Time,’ ‘Blue Bayou,’ ‘You’re No Good,’ ‘Desperado’ and more, this show is not a tribute — it’s a reclamation. A musical memoir for anyone who has ever been cracked open and somehow stitched themselves back together with a melody.

Ren Barlow Music History:

Released ‘Raining in my Heart’ and had a Buddy Holly show (Sold Out Show) 

Collaborated with Tim Wild (Taxi Ride), Karl Lewis (Killing Heidi) & Darren Steel

‘Blue Days Black Nights’ went Top 5 and the album went Top 10 in the Country charts

Ren Barlow’s charity work & advocacy

After time away due to personal reasons, Ren returns as her most authentic self as a person & Artist in ’The Songbook of My Heart’ 

Profits for the show will be going to support OCRF (Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation) via their October campaign ‘Frocktober.’ Ren is a big supporter of the foundation and sits on one of their finance boards.  Ren has sadly lost family & friends to ovarian cancer.  For ‘Frocktober’ they will be creating 31 dresses, 31 days, one cause. Ren has also been a driving force behind the ‘White Shirt’ campaign.

Ren’s true passion is around Literacy – Four areas 

Reading for young children

Financial literacy for woman

Wellness Literacy for woman and girls 

Music Literacy for children 

Ren has created a personal foundation which is based around Literacy ‘The Literacy Gift’ (originally called ‘Children’s Literacy Gift’).  Ren has personally put reading corners into schools which have limited resources.  Countries include:  Australia, Fiji and Papua New Guinea.   The foundation also supports indigenous communities with resources for literacy including the employment of teachers. ’The Literary Gift’ also has various partners involved in regard to Women’s Financial literacy.

Ren works closely with another charity where they place Music Teachers into school, through ‘The Song Room.’ 

Ren was also lucky enough to be a part of this year’s UN congress in New York, meeting with other women to discuss what other things can be done in this space. Prior to that journey, Ren spent some time on Necker Island with Richard Branson through the charity ‘Igniting Change’ where she also got to spend some time with Mary Robinson – who is a part of the Elders group to help our planet.  Ren calls herself a Peacemaker for humanity.  She doesn’t judge religion, race, political views, or status, and believes that every person and animal deserves to feel safe no matter what. 

“For a long time, I felt caged and unable to have a voice. There was a part of me for many years that was squashed,  Now I feel like I have my voice back. I hope to share my journey so I can not only heal parts of me, but I can help other people as well. Whether a young child, musician, woman, I feel like I have been gifted an opportunity to do this, through music and literacy.” – Ren Barlow

For more information, please go to:

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Photo Credit: Eddy Hill

Central Coast singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Darcy Piltz has today released his latest single ‘Wishing Your Life Away’; a grunge-tinged pop-punk tune that reflects on all the highs and lows of being in your 20s. 

Sonically aligned with bands such as Dear Seattle, Luca Brasi and Sly Withers, Darcy manages to combine uplifting, emotive lyricism and crunchy, hard-hitting riffs perfectly on the track – laying it all out on the table with a passionate vocal performance.

On the songs lyrics, Darcy explains “This track really hones in on being in your 20’s. Everything feels crazy and chaotic, people are having kids and buying houses, others are really just getting started on their own story. It’s about working those shit jobs to try and make money to do the things you want. At it’s core, this song is about trying to be present and appreciate what you’ve achieved so far, before immediately trying to chase the next ‘thing’. Feels like a bit of a ‘note to self’ to remember what it’s all about and trying not to get caught up in the rush.“

Mixed and produced by Toby Wells at Sonara Studios with mastering from Jack Nigro (Rum Jungle, Vacations, The Terry’s) – Darcy, who played all instruments on the recording, describes his time in the studio and guidance from the Sonora team as a crucial part of the process that helped him bring the idea to life.  

“Wishing Your Life Away came about super easily. I wrote and recorded everything you hear on this one (same as all my other songs). Like all my tracks it was born from mucking around with chord progressions on my guitar at home in my little studio. Most of the time, I’m writing about things I’ve felt or things I’ve seen others go through, and this one was the same. 

Once the lyrics were fleshed out, I jumped straight onto doing the demo as I felt something special was in this song. The drums probably took me the longest to work out as I wanted to get them perfect, and I think taking the time to figure them out really paid off. After sending Toby (producer/mixer) the world’s shittiest demo of the track, we jumped into Sonora Studios and pumped it out in 1 day and everything went smooth as butter. Luckily Toby saw the vision, and he crushed it with the production and mix. Doing it all myself can sometimes be stressful but Sonora Studios is starting to feel like home!” DARCY PILTZ

Darcy Piltz has been making his name up and down the NSW coast for a little while now, supporting the likes of Fool Nelson, Dear Sunday, Gully Days, Pisco Sour & Playlunch in his time. Looking forward, Darcy will be playing at The Lin and Pin in Woy Woy supporting Great Job! On the 24th of October, and will be launching the single at Six Strings Brewery in the Central Coast on the 29th of November. 

UPCOMING SHOWS 

October 24 Link & Pin Woy Woy NSW

Supporting Great Job! INFO

November 29 Six Strings Brewery Central Coast NSW

PRAISE 

“Love hearing your fire and spirit through this one Darcy! Looking forward to hearing more!”

CLAIRE MOONEY, TRIPLE J UNEARTHED

‘Wishing Your Life Away’ is out Now

Darcy Piltz: Official Website | Facebook | X | Instagram | YouTube | Unearthed 

PRESENTED BY FINELY TUNED

LOST PARADISE 2025
UNVEILS COMPLETE LINEUP FOR
SHAMBHALA FIELDS

A SPACE FOR FIRST NATIONS CULTURE, MOVEMENT, WORKSHOPS, TALKS, AFTER DARK EXPERIENCES & SOUL SANCTUARY

LOST PARADISE [SOLD OUT!]
28 DECEMBER 2025 – 1 JANUARY 2026
GLENWORTH VALLEY (DARKINJUNG COUNTRY), NSW

MORE INFO HERE
ACCESS TICKET RE-SALE

New Year’s Eve institution Lost Paradise today unveils the full lineup for Shambhala Fields, a foundational pillar of the festival’s uniquely holistic offering. Between spotlighting First Nations Culture, fostering movement and creativity, sharing ideas, nurturing the soul and housing immersive late-night experiences – Shambhala Fields is the side quest within Glenworth Valley’s paradise.

Shambhala Fields is a hub of eclectic activity, woven into the labyrinth of Lost Paradise. As always, the programming will feature a range of First Nations-led experiences that honour Country, culture and community and celebrate the power of connection – from workshops with Elders on dance, yidaki, weaving and storytelling, to hearing from some of the brightest First Nations minds and voices. Explore Indigenous knowledge systems toward a sustainable future with Dr Chels Marshall, hear transcendental pieces from Indigenous Violinist Eric Avery, get hands on with Lenore Lovegrove in a weaving and dance workshop, learn stories of Ancestors through traditional movements from K’gari Njun, take in the cultural and environmental wisdom of Phil Bligh and so much more.

Nurture your connection with your body and celebrate movement in its various forms at Shambhala Fields. If you’re in the mood for some high energy activity, pull up your boots and get involved in a Cowboy C*ntry queer line-dancing workshop from Kath Ebbs, learn the history and moves of Dancehall with Rachell Dade, or go for a community run with 440 Run Club. When in the mood to slow down – discover the art of Zenthai Shiatsu in a deep stretching session with movement therapist Gwyn Williams, enter a calm yet energising Yoga Flow with Simon Borg-Olivier, join international yoga teacher and art therapist Lara Zilibowitz on a movement and somatic meditation journey, or feel ‘The Bern’ in Body by Berner’s hybrid pilates and yoga workout.

2025’s workshops lineup has stacks of diverse programs on offer, leaving attendees feeling enriched and enlightened. Take in practical knowledge from sessions such as Plastic Free Mermaid’s guide to understanding and reducing microplastics, learn the power of breathwork with Breath & Sound or Deano Gladstone & Kate Graczer, customised thrifted clothes your canvas with Amnesty ACRUX or get armed with Delight & Disrupt’s simple practices to boost your wellbeing, alongside the planet’s. Or, fuel your creative side with African and Brazilian drumming workshops, get heated with Sydney Fire Dancers, hear fresh and funny takes on life from comedian and musician Sez, sketch away with Roberta Montorfano. Of course, there’s also Pub Bingo to get around too.

Lose yourself in the new art installations peppered across the festival grounds – discover the immersive sound world of The Human Sequencer Garden, explore sculptural works by Lucas Gauci and Ben Allen, and step inside The Pussy Palace by Chameleon Creative Lab.

This year’s talks will spotlight discussions and commentary crossing sciences, environment and technology, to personal health and wellbeing. Hear a discussion on consent, healthy intimacy and redefining pleasure and connection from Chanel Contos and Catriona Byrne, on Men’s Medicine with Lino Hola, staying festival savvy with Dancewize and on breath and meditation with Tom Carroll. As always, Dr Karl will also return home to Shambhala Fields with a fresh show that delves into great moments in science, meanwhile Dr. Catriona Wallace will unpack the convergence of ritual, plant wisdom and artificial intelligence, Greenpeace will discuss collective impact in activism and changing the world, TEDx and UN speaker Kal Glanzig will tackle eco-anxiety and resilience, just to name a few.

After Dark brings ambient and textural DJ sets, atmospheric sound journeys, soulful music and ritual dance – featuring performances and sessions from the likes of Sultry & Sample, Chaitanyashree, Julien Mier, Mash, Casual P, Jateen and many more. Meanwhile, Shambhala Fields will also transform into a sanctuary for the soul, featuring all your body and mind’s desires including sound healing, Reiki, psychic readings, astrology, Cedar & Salt’s sauna and ice baths, massage, tarot and cacao ritual.

Tickets for Lost Paradise are sold out. Join the waitlist here for access to re-sale tickets
from Wednesday 22 October.

LOST PARADISE
PRESENTED BY FINELY TUNED, PAYPAL & TRIPLE J
SUNDAY 28 DECEMBER 2025 – THURSDAY 1 JANUARY 2026
GLENWORTH VALLEY / DARKINJUNG COUNTRY
MORE INFO HERE

SHAMBHALA FIELDS:

FIRST NATIONS
CULTURE (INDIGENOUS DANCE / YARN WITH ELDERS / WEAVING / YIDAKI) · DR CHELS · DR JODIE EDWARDS · ERIC AVERY · DAVE BEAUMONT · GENE KELAHER · JOSEPH GRAF · LENORE LOVEGROVE · K’GARI NJUN · PHIL BLIGH · TIM GREY · TWO DIVAS

MOVEMENT
BODY BY BERNER · CATRIONA BYRNE · DESTINY WOLF · FEEL FREE DANCE · GWYN WILLIAMS · KATH EBBS · LARA ZILIBOWITZ · RACHELL DADE · 440 RUN CLUB · SIMON BORG-OLIVIER · ZOE BRAITHWAITE

WORKSHOPS
BREATH & SOUND · BETTA.MAYA · CALEB JACKSON · DEANO GLADSTONE & KATE GRACZER · DELIGHT & DISRUPT (TREE HUGGING) · GREENPEACE · KATE NELSON (PLASTIC FREE MERMAID) · MARINA DA SILVA · BRAZILIAN RHYTHMS · LINO HOLA – MEN’S MEDICINE · PUB BINGO – CRYSTAL BALL · ROBERTA MONTORFANO – SKETCHING & DOODLING · SARAH JANE PERMAN · SEZ · SOL ALKEHMI · SOUL DRUMMER · STUDIO INNER WEST · SYDNEY FIRE DANCERS · YIN & PINS – CARTIONA BYRNE & FREDDY’S ACUPUNCTURE

TALKS
AMNESTY YOUTH INTERNATIONAL · DR CATRIONA WALLACE · CHANEL CONTOS · DR CHELS MARSHAL · DR JODIE EDWARDS · DR KARL · GREENPEACE · KAL GLANZIG · LINO HOLA · TOM CARROLL · TIM SILVERWOOD

AFTER DARK
ARI KIKO · CASUAL P · CHAITANYASHREE · DAVE BEAUMONT · ERIC AVERY · GENE KALLAHER · JATEEN · JULIEN MIER · MASH · POSTPONEZ · TOM PARQUE · TWO DIVAS · SULTY & SAMPLE

SOUL SANCTUARY
ASTROLOGY · BODYWORK · CEDAR & SALT SAUNA & ICE BATH · ENERGY HEALING · MASSAGE · NUMEROLOGY READING · PSYCHIC READING · REIKI HEALING · SOUND HEALING · SOL ALKEMI CACAO · TAROT

MUSIC LINEUP:
(A-Z)
BEN BÖHMER (LIVE)
CHRIS STUSSY
CONFIDENCE MAN
DUKE DUMONT
I HATE MODELS
KETTAMA
MARC REBILLET
MARIBOU STATE
UNDERWORLD
X CLUB.

ANNA LUNOE, BABY J, BAD BOOMBOX B2B MISCHLUFT, BALU BRIGADA, BELLA CLAXTON, BIG WETT, BLUSHER, BULLET TOOTH, CASSIAN, CHANNEL TRES, DAMEEEELA. DJ HEARTSTRING, DOMBRESKY PRES. DISCO DOM, DR BANANA, FCUKERS, FOLAMOUR, HEIDI, HOT DUB TIME MACHINE, INJI, JAZZY, JOSH BAKER, JUICY ROMANCE, KILIMANJARO, LUKE ALESSI, MERCI, MERCY, NARCISS, NOTION, ODD MOB, OMAR+, PEGASSI, PROSPA, RIRIA, ROSS FROM FRIENDS PRES. BUBBLE LOVE, SEX MASK, SILVA BUMPA, SIM0NE, SUMNER, SWIM (LIVE), TWO ANOTHER, VTSS, WOLTERS + TRIPLE J UNEARTHED WINNER

ALEX DOWSING, BADASSMUTHA, BELLA BACKE, CALEB JACKSON, COUCH MECHANIC, CRICKET, DAYZZI B2B DAUG, DISCO DORA, ELIJAH SOMETHING, GMOZ, GROOVEWORKS, KAI KAWAI, LARGE MIRAGE, LAYTX, LILY FM, LOST SOUNDSYSTEM, MADAME REVE, MAINA DOE, MASH, MIDDLE JAMES, MINA TONIC, OSCILL8, PAMELA, PENELOPE, PEOPLE’S PARTY, ROXY LOTZ, SALARYMEN, SELVE, SIILA, SILLY LILY, SIM SELECT, TIA LACOSTE, TOKYO SEXWALE, TSEBA, WAXLILY, YASMINA SADIKI
LOST PARADISE
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Tickets on sale Wednesday 22 October

Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce the long-awaited return of the alt rock icons Garbage to Australia and New Zealand this December, with four electrifying shows for Auckland, Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney. Standing among the most influential alternative rock bands of modern times, the band – Shirley Manson, Duke Erikson, Steve Market & Butch Vig – are true pioneers, selling over 20 million albums and responsible for a catalogue of era-defining hits. These summer shows will be Garbage’s first Australian headline performances since 2016, and the band’s first appearance in Auckland since 2013.

There’s a certain thrill that comes when a producer hits their stride — that sweet spot where instinct meets innovation and the results are impossible to ignore. For Australian producer and DJ HARLEY GIRL, that moment is right now. Fresh from dropping two recent crowd-pleasers, Gimme ! and The Music (which also teased his forthcoming EP), he’s back in full force with a brand-new single, Turn Up The Sound.

The track is a blistering, high-energy ride through the heart of the club — the kind of record that demands to be heard on a sound system turned all the way up. Drawing inspiration from the UK garage revival and weaving it into a vocal-driven framework, HARLEY GIRL’s latest offering is a confident step deeper into the sounds currently lighting up his creative process. Touchpoints include rising talents like Club Angel, Charlie Shell, and Osmosis Jones, while nodding to the genre-bending energy of Mura Masa, Nikki Nair, and DJ ADHD.

“It was super fun to make and even more fun to play out,” HARLEY GIRL shares. “I wanted to lean into the UKG, vocal-forward stuff that’s been inspiring me lately.”

And that fun is infectious. Turn Up The Sound lands as a sharp, dance floor-ready anthem that feels tailor-made for late nights and festival stages. There’s a playful edge running through the track, but it’s backed by the kind of production precision that shows HARLEY GIRL isn’t just experimenting — he’s evolving. Fans won’t have to wait long to experience the track in its natural habitat either.

As with his previous releases, Turn Up The Sound is a deeply hands-on project. Written and produced by Connor Grant (aka HARLEY GIRL), the track was mixed by Grant and Doug Wright, mastered by Ryan Schwabe, with artwork by Leo Horton and photography by Will McLeod — a creative lineup that mirrors the track’s energy and ambition. For HARLEY GIRL, this isn’t just another release — it’s another step forward in a rapidly building story. One that’s defined by fearless experimentation, an ear for what moves a crowd, and a growing reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting names in club music.

HARLEY GIRL will be behind the decks at Spare Time Collective’s Halloween Party at Echo & Bounce in Brisbane on October 31, before heading across the Tasman for his New Zealand debut as part of the SLACKBARN 2026 lineup at Black Barn Vineyards on January 10. If Turn Up The Sound is any indication of where his live sets are headed, these shows are going to be something special.

Credits: Written & Produced by Connor Grant (aka HARLEY GIRL)

Mixed by Connor Grant &Doug Wright

Mastered by Ryan Schwabe

Artwork by Leo Horton

Photos by WillMcLeod

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