NYE ON THE HILL 2026 REVEALS ITS FULL LINEUP

BRENT HONEY

Brent Honey is Australia’s most trusted energy provider. He uses his euphoric sounds to create happy and wholesome dance floor moments for the crowd. His energy, fast paced mixing and sweat inducing dance moves make for sets you won’t forget. As a full-time DJ, Brent has notched up 250+ sets for clubs and festivals like Intercell, Teletech, Xe54, Revolver upstairs, Echelon (GER), Tanzen im Grunen (GER), Traumtanzer (GER), Beyond The Valley, Let Them Eat Cake Wildlands and more.

TORREN FOOT

Torren Foot is a DJ & record producer raised on the working docks of Melbourne’s inner west and is currently one of Australia’s most in demand touring artists. Renowned for his distinct palette of house music, Torren has seen consistent support from industry titans like Charli XCX, Calvin Harris, Dom Dolla, and John Summit. He experienced a global break out moment with his single New Bottega with Azealia Banks, amassing 30+ million streams and over 130,000 sound uses on TikTok!

DAEZY

daezy is a Naarm-based indie-pop-rock project fronted by Daisy, a former AFLW player who transitioned into music to pursue her true passion. In a short time, daezy has gained momentum, selling out headlining shows at multiple Melbourne venues, proving their growing appeal. With a unique blend of influences and authentic storytelling, daezy is now ready to expand their sound and share their music with a wider audience in 2026, continuing to create an infectious, vibrant energy that captivates listeners.

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BALL PARK MUSIC

Over 15 years into their career, Ball Park Music continue to defy expectations and redefine what it means to be a beloved Australian band. With five ARIA Top 5 albums, platinum-certified singles, and over a dozen triple j Hottest 100 placements, the Brisbane indie rockers have built a legacy of innovation and emotional resonance. From their breakout debut Happiness and Surrounding Suburbs to the psych-leaning Every Night The Same Dream and euphoric GOOD MOOD, the band has consistently evolved while staying true to their signature sound. Their self-titled sixth album and 2022’s Weirder & Weirder further cemented their status, with sold-out tours and critical acclaim. In 2024, Ball Park Music hit new heights supporting Lime Cordiale on a national tour and responding to fan demand with the release of ‘Like Love’; An album that went on the deliver the band’s first ever National No. #1 ARIA chart in 2025.

THE RIONS

From their early beginnings as high school classmates, The Rions have cemented their status as ones to watch – going from winning triple j’s Unearthed High in 2021 to releasing their now #1 Australian debut album Everything Every Single Day (2025) and amassing over 90 million global streams across their catalogue. Following a record-breaking year, The Rions have returned in 2026 with the release of their deluxe album, Everything (The Deluxe Edition). Win fan favourites like ‘Shut You Out’, ‘Tonight’s Entertainment’ and ‘Minivan’, we are very excited to welcome The Rions to the Hill this NYE!

OLD MERVS

Starting out as school friends and rehearsing in a makeshift space in an old farm shed, Old Mervs are a far cry from their humble beginnings Old Mervs kicked 2025 off with a bang, placing at 38 in the triple j Hottest 100 with “What You’ve Lost” and releasing their self-titled debut album. Recorded with ARIA award-winning producer Chris Collins, the album scored triple j’s Feature Album of the week, winning hearts with hits “Parched“, “What You’ve Lost”, “Forget It”, “See You Again”, “Everyone Will See It” and a stack of new tunes including focus track “Don’t Go”.

PACIFIC AVENUE

Since their beginnings as local South Coast entertainers, Pacific Avenue’s trajectory has been steep, evidenced by their success on radio stations like triple j and Triple M, and an impressive streaming count exceeding 10 million on Spotify. Their acclaimed single ‘Easy Love’ set the stage for their ascendancy, leading to sold-out headline tours and prestigious festival line-ups. The album ‘Flowers’ not only celebrates the band’s artistic milestones and memories but also stands as a testament to their unity and shared experiences with fans, epitomizing the communal spirit of rock and roll that has long defined the genre.

DARCIE HAVEN

Born on a remote Western Australian farm in Esperance, indie-pop singer-songwriter Darcie Haven is swiftly cementing herself as the ultimate voice for millennial meltdown and Gen-Z heartbreak. Darcie debuted with her 2022 single “I Wanna Be”. Since then, she has amassed over 650,000 YouTube views and 3.6 million TikTok likes, building a fanatical community dubbed the “Darciverse”. Her meteoric rise peaked (for now) with her August 2025 sophomore EP, Angel of the Apocalypse. The record debuted at #2 on the ARIA Australian Album Charts and #11 globally.

MILO EASTWOOD

A familiar voice to many, Milo Eastwood began his journey in community radio as a teenager and has spent the last eight years hosting PBS FM Breakfast (106.7FM). As a respected tastemaker broadcaster in Melbourne, his deep love for music has shaped the eclectic morning soundtrack for listeners across the city. Away from the radio studio, he’s been fortunate to play at festivals like Meredith, Golden Plains, Loch Hart, Inner Varnika & Panama as well as hosting countless sold-out parties at Melbourne institutions like The Night Cat.

MID DRIFT

A sound drenched in sun-soaked melodies, Brisbane’s indie-rock sweethearts Mid Drift have rapidly become one of Australia’s most compelling live bands. The female-fronted five-piece skyrocketed through 2025, proving their powerhouse status by selling out two national headline tours and commanding packed rooms across the country. Mid Drift have seamlessly graduated from local indie darlings to major festival staples, sharing coveted stages alongside Aussie crowd favorites like Ocean Alley, Old Mervs and The Vanns, while bringing their vibrant sound to prestigious lineups like Laneway and Rolling Sets.

AND MANY MORE!