MUSIC 2 MY EARS - Robert Baxter & Sweatbaby The collab of our dream keeps on giving, as Robert Baxter and Sweatbaby follow up the viral success of 2025's 'ICY (TAKE IT OFF)' with their addictive new single, 'MUSIC 2 MY EARS'. Self-described as the ultimate versatile hype up song, 'MUSIC 2 MY EARS' is the sonic equivalent to skin-tight baby-tees, all shades of chrome, and iconic star motifs in fashion. This flirty fling is ready to soundtrack your pre-games and 2ams, whils

A night soaked in sweet nostalgia, Ocean Alley’s Love Balloon tour came in to land at the Brisbane Showgrounds on January the 30th, 2026, leaving a glowing crowd in its wake.

TAP TAP TAP! - Jazzy Dale Channeling the power of noughties bangers and Fergie's 'London Bridge', Gadigal (Sydney) based pop baddie Jazzy Dale is reclaiming her power with her new single 'TAP TAP TAP!'. Turning an uncomfortable situation into a confident reminder of her worth, Jazzy Dale dons boxing gloves to fight back against hegemonic ideas of feminine fragility with this addictively punchy tune. TOUCH GRASS - Salty A self-aware reminder to log off, go outside and 'TOU

Bernard Fanning's Tea & Sympathy album is easily recognisable as a Brisbane classic, in the same category as the Brown Snake and the Channel 7 Wheel. Put the three together on a Sunday afternoon, and you've got a dream come true, or just another instalment in QPAC's new live music series, 'On The Banks'. With a dream lineup of iconic Australian voices, a selection of food trucks, and a fully stocked bar, music lovers of all ages gathered to end their week with a healthy dos

Charcoal - YAGKI In an act of pure bravery and vulnerability, terms becoming synonymous with her artistry, YAGKI revisits repressed childhood trauma in her new release 'Charcoal'. This autobiographical song hits with the punch of 2000's Paramore , complete heavy confessional lyrics that are guaranteed to stay with you for longer than you'd initially expect. Sparked by receiving medical records of a childhood overdose, YAGKI channels her raw emotions into this alternative rock

We chatted to Meanjin/Brisbane singer-songwriter Georgia Scarlett, who is stepping into a brand-new chapter with the release of her debut album, Rhythm of Life, which was release to the world on November 28. Blending the quiet honesty of folk with the warm, sunlit glow of country pop, Georgia’s first full-length offering is a celebration of growth, self-discovery, and the steady pulse that carries us forward. Georgia traces a journey from heartbreak to acceptance, discovering

Ajar - Serendipiti Our local indie-folk fairy is dancing through our airwaves again with her new release, 'Ajar'. Serendipiti showcases her whimsical vocal performance and folkloric storytelling on this track, as she details a relationship that refuses to close and the friends that have your back through the tumultuous ups and downs. Truly the most magical force within our scene, Serendipiti has the perfect soundtrack to all of your springtime picnics and afternoons frolick

Its time. Laneway Festival has done it again. Every year, they deliver a stacked lineup of breakthrough artists, genre-defining icons, and the kind of (brat?) summer atmosphere that keeps fans coming back for more. Laneway 2026 is no exception, get ready for an epic lineup, unforgettable vibes - don’t miss one of Australia's best remaining festivals. Featuring: Chappell Roan Alex G BENEE** Cavetown The Dare Geese** Gigi Perez Jensen McRae** Lucy Dacus Malcolm Todd Mt. Joy Okl

Punch Drunk Love – aleksiah Breaking out the 80's pop energy, aleksiah is soundtracking our internal monologue as we hide in the corner of the crowded club. 'Punch Drunk Love' is everything you're looking for in a match - a queer, flirty, fun slice of pop perfection, with an underlying dosage of anxiety. aleksiah is proving herself time after time to be the future of Aussie pop, carrying the torch ignited by the icons like Kylie . Carpool - Peach Fuzz Peach Fuzz are soundtr

Seventeen – Worm Girlz Worm Girlz are back with the scathing truth and brutal reality, packaged into a song that cuts straight to the core. 'Seventeen' dives into the perspective of a minor who was pursued by someone older, exposing the legions of men who go after young girls and avoid the consequences. There's no world in which this story is an easy listen, but Worm Girlz take it up a level with haunting vocals and strong lyricism that will stick with audiences. The music

Photography: Robb Hume Friday the 5th of September marked the opening of Brisbane Festival, the first weekend of Spring, and Mallrat's hometown exclusive show. This night was magical in more ways than the advertised byline of "a special performance...one night only" would prepare you for. With the stage set up in the center of The Tivoli for their 'In The Round' series, audiences gathered around all sides i n eager anticipation of the show ahead, a sea of merch shirts and lo

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song for lily – Annie Hamilton The most poetic and tender release this week came from the lovely Annie Hamilton with 'song for lily'. Originally intended merely to be a simple yet beautiful ode to a friend, a TikTok video of the first verse captured the hearts of Lilys across the world which urged Hamilton to release this track. 'song for lily' doesn't try to be anything too flashy or poppy, rather remaining a delicate and acoustic love letter of platonic intimacy in its mo

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