LivewireAU Six Pack: Waking Up and Facing Reality

Hits So Hard – Hope D

Hope D is back with her effortless charm and the song to soundtrack the highs and lows of your winter emotions. A love song turned heartbreak anthem, 'Hits So Hard' pairs a glittery pop façade with Hope D's signature raw storytelling, creating a toe-tapping slice of pure vulnerability. It's hard to not to become obsessed with this song, with an addictive chorus that'll linger in your mind for months on end!

Washed – Mid Drift

The rising Meanjin (Brisbane) based indie rock band of your dreams, Mid Drift, have just released a slice of the sunny summer with their latest single, 'Washed'. Airing out a relationship full of toxic and repetitive patterns that leave you feeling drained, this song takes a step into reality and views the relationship for what it is. This beachy tune is a glimpse into the sophomore EP coming from Mid Drift, and will definitely be on repeat until summer heat makes a reappearance!

Woman (On My Own Terms) - TIAHN

TIAHN is coming at us fresh with a fiery, fueled, patriarchy-dismantling anthem in 'Woman (On My Own Terms)'! This track is an absolute piece of ear-candy, with a country-pop infused groove and ever-empowering lyrics. A song described best as "a movement", I wish that I could send this to my thirteen year old self ,as TIAHN's punchy and powerful messaging is something so significant in this broadly misogynistic industry.

behere.4u – PRETTY BLEAK

Fresh off of their new EP, PRETTY BLEAK are serving up cathartic emo dream-pop bliss with 'behere.4u'. With ear-catching 80's energy and a heartwarming lyrical message, PRETTY BLEAK perfectly emulate the feeling of crowded venue singing along to their favourite song. A song truly designed to play on the speakers whilst you dance around your room, 'behere.4u' is an absolute gem that you won't want to miss!

SNAP OUT OF IT! – Holly Hebe

Pure pop princess Holly Hebe is cutting straight to the core with her latest release, 'SNAP OUT OF IT!'. The final pleas of a dwindling relationship, Hebe provides an ultimatum to a distant partner amidst a soft bedroom pop atmosphere. Forever creating the soundtrack for every "me vs the world" emotion, Holly Hebe proves once again that she's one of the most exciting voices in modern Aussie pop.

jane247 – DreamDork

'jane247' is the stunning debut from Byron-Bay based darling, DreamDork, an intimate glimpse into her universe, surrounded by the dreamiest sonic atmosphere and rich world building. Though 'jane247' is a hyper-personal song, the delicate depth of the "full circle" lyrical story and gorgeous instrumentation are open for universal appreciation, and I'm truly in awe of this debut.