LivewireAU Six Pack: New Aussie Favourites

I Just Wanna Dance - Alex The Astronaut

Alex The Astronaut puts their own spin on a dance-pop banger with ‘I Just Wanna Dance’. An ode to the bathroom gossip and dance floor conversations that beg to distract from the music, Alex sings of the yearn to leave all critical thinking and unqualified therapizing behind and give their all to whichever song is booming over the speakers. ‘I Just Wanna Dance’ is a classic Alex The Astronaut take on the right to disconnect under strobe lights, and continues to build excitement for the upcoming EP, The Weird One.

CC - Mertas

With a raw punch, Arnhem Land's punk band Mertas have just released the soundtrack to our chronically online workload woes. ‘CC’ explores the unbridled anger that comes with a constant inbox refresh and no response. With a strategically cathartic 'C bomb' placement and catchy chorus hook, Mertas balance their sarcastic character with poignant commentary on the modern day-to-day email hustle. This release arrives as Mertas prepare to swap their inbox nightmares for Fortitude Valley streets with their showcase performances at BIGSOUND 2026.

Love Me Out Loud - Millie Atlas

Emerging pop darling Millie Atlas takes a stand against hidden affection with her catchy new release, ‘Love Me Out Loud'. Inspired by a toxic relationship and “silly horrible boys”, Atlas penned this callout for the love one deserves and created an anthemic pop tune. Complete with a dose of self-love, ‘Love Me Out Loud’ illuminates the red flags adorning a secret relationship as you watch the pattern repeat itself with someone else.

PUSSYHOLIC - r.em.edy

r.em.edy puts a sexy spin on the “other woman” narrative with her sexy pop-R&B banger, ‘PUSSYHOLIC’. The confident, self-assured track denounces the traditional misogynistic envy that plagues this topic, rather exploring r.em.edy’s bisexual identity in the creation of a new and empowered story where the desire shifts to the elusive ‘other woman’ herself.  ‘PUSSYHOLIC’ will course through your veins with a flirtatious rush, with the playful chorus lyrics landing with the force of a fiery cheek blush.

Haunt You - Rosalie Chilvers

Western Australia’s pop-rock favourite Rosalie Chilvers isn’t slipping away without a trace, rather burning herself into your mind with ‘Haunt You’. Chilvers details how her life had intertwined with a past lovers, and ruminates on how she would still haunt the narrative whilst they appear to move on. With the adolescent angst of Olivia Rodrigo and the cathartic yearn for the bittersweet closure of knowing they still think about you, Rosalie Chilvers continues to prove themself as one of the most exciting names in contemporary Australian pop-rock.

18 - Sans Rival

Aussie rockers Sans Rival have just dropped what could easily be considered their defining track, ‘18’. Reflecting on the unexpected journey through life and the wide-eyed naivety of an eighteen-year-old’s dreams, the alternative rock band provide reassurance amidst the unknown path with through a comforting “you are not alone”. This highly personal track demonstrates the depth and introspective maturity of Sans Rival, whilst evoking a wave of nostalgia within the listener.