Sydney’s own club-pop renegade Shitzulover07 returns with ‘Black Dahlia’, her latest single out now via Too Lost, marking a new chapter for one of Australia’s most enigmatic underground voices.

DeepFaith’s single ‘Y&I’ is reimagined with Breakbot’s Dreamix. This collaboration brings together DeepFaith’s emotionally charged songwriting with the classic French house elegance of Breakbot (Ed Banger Records). The original song released at the end of 2025 showcased the creative partnership of acclaimed artist Byron Spencer and Danial Stricker (Midnight Juggernauts) through their project DeepFaith. From recent parties in Berlin, Paris and Australia to reimaginings with global techno powerhouse Nina Kraviz, Y&I highlights DeepFaith’s pop-op-erratic vision with a new twist each time.

After more than a decade away from releasing new music, Faker (Nathan Hudson) returns with ‘Comet’, a powerful new single that marks the beginning of a new chapter for one of Australia’s most distinctive voices.

Seventeen-year-old pop/rock artist Lana Karlay is set to captivate audiences with her latest single, ‘Don’t Let Me Go,’ out November 19. The new track marks a bold evolution for the 17-year-old Melbourne-based multi-instrumentalist, blending raw emotion, classical flourishes, and her signature punchy sound.

Pop-rock artist Nic Palmer (she/her) unveils her latest single ‘Forever Holiday’, a raw and evocative track exploring the universal longing for escape and the complexity of love. Released via inthenicoftime, ‘Forever Holiday’ is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Malaika Mfalme (he/they) returns with their highly anticipated EP, ‘Unfurling’, a deeply personal journey through grief, growth, and the transformative power of chosen family. This new release is a tapestry of moments – love, loss, rediscovery all woven together with poetry and live soundscapes. Produced by the acclaimed Lunar Martins in their final collaboration before retiring due to illness, the project carries a unique tenderness, reflecting both artists’ journeys and the slow blooming that follows heartbreak.

Me’, a stirring duet that explores the powerful bonds between teacher and student, and the legacy of women supporting women in music. ‘Pieces of Me’ is Magdalia’s most personal work yet, blending heartfelt storytelling with a robust, choir-backed sound.

Australian pop and R&B artist Lara Villani isn’t asking for attention; she’s demanding it. With her debut EP, ‘Whiplash’ dropping October 27, she steps into the spotlight with the kind of unapologetic confidence that turns vulnerability into power. Known for her no-filter storytelling and emotionally rich vocals, Lara delivers an explosive mix of heartbreak, self-reclamation, and late-night honesty that cuts right through the noise.

Fresh off the back of their whirlwind year of headline performances and national theatre tours as part of ‘Hedwig & The Angry Inch’ and ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’. iTunes chart-topper Adam Noviello (they/them) unveils their latest bop ‘Ballet Boy’ out now via Global League Records, marking a new era for one of Australia’s most compelling queer voices.

DeepFaith’s latest single ‘Y&I’ has been reimagined with global techno powerhouse Nina Kraviz and London indie sleaze producer Archibeau. Following the release of the original track, which premiered on Rolling Stone Australia, ‘Y&I’ continues its journey with a bold twist from electronic music’s most fearless visionaries. This, after Gaspard from ‘Justice’ declaring the track to be the “Best song I’ve heard in years…”

Malaika Mfalme unpacks friendship, grief, and growth with new single ‘Thirteen’, a poignant new single exploring the complexities of friendship breakups, self-reflection, and the journey towards healing. ‘Thirteen’ offers a raw, soulful take on platonic loss, an experience often overlooked in music and media.

Melbourne’s Riot Baby are flipping the script on children’s music with their new single ‘My Body My Choice’. The fuzz-bass-driven punk anthem puts kids' bodily autonomy front and centre.

‘My Body My Choice’ was written in early 2024, just before a noticeable uptick in public misogyny, and feels more relevant than ever. The track is a rallying cry for respect and consent, featuring 13-year-old Erica on lead vocals.

Paulina and Tom Thum continue their collaboration with pop-soul anthem ‘Wrong Signal’, a sonic statement on confidence and respect. Paulina returns with her boldest single yet, ‘Wrong Signal’, in collaboration with world-renowned beatboxer and sonic innovator Tom Thum. ‘Wrong Signal’ marks the next evolution of the Paulina x Tom Thum creative partnership, building anticipation for their upcoming collaborative EP.

Japanese supergroup PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE are set to make their Australian debut at SXSW Sydney 2025, bringing their genre-shifting vision of J-pop to Tumbalong Park. Their arrival in Australia comes hot on the heels of a high-impact year, with acclaimed performances at SXSW Austin and, more recently, Music Matters Live in Singapore. This momentum has cemented their reputation as one of Asia’s most innovative and globally ambitious acts.

Known for his heartfelt storytelling and evocative soundscapes, Haydn Lawson returns with his latest single ‘NULLARBOR’, out 26 September. Written as a love letter to those he left behind in Perth, ‘NULLARBOR’ captures the moment Haydn packed up his life and drove across Australia in search of a new chapter in Melbourne. The result is a sweeping, guitar-driven anthem that traces the emotional landscape of leaving home, saying goodbye, and embracing the unknown.

Melbourne genre-shapeshifting alt-pop artist, PAXY, emerges from the shadows with her most daring and self-aware single to date, ‘The Fool’, out 24 September. Blending late-night confessions with razor-sharp self-deprecating humour, PAXY delivers a tongue-in-cheek exploration of self-preservation and self-deception, wrapped in a sound that’s as bold as it is vulnerable.

DeepFaith drop their latest single ‘Y&I’ (pronounced You and I) straight off the back of their monumental CHURCH club night at Berlin Art Week, where they shared the stage with icons like Peaches, Fischerspooner, and a surprise cameo from RHOBH alum Lisa Rinna.

They say life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get. For emerging artist Sue Nami, that sentiment is literal inspiration: her debut album, Favourites And Roses, is named after two iconic chocolate boxes and promises a deliciously eclectic musical journey.

Malaika Mfalme unveils ‘Berlin’, a soulful ode to friendship, grief, and the freedom of being unknown.

Emerging as one of Australia’s most captivating voices in folk-soul, Malaika Mfalme (he/they) returns with their deeply personal new single, ‘Berlin’. The release marks the first taste from forthcoming EP ‘Unfurling’ – a project rooted in the heartbreak and healing of friendship breakups, and the transformative power of chosen family.

Acclaimed Phillip Island singer-songwriter Mark Howard returns with his boldest and most immersive work yet: ‘Deep Dark Blue’. The album draws listeners into a world of atmospheric yet powerful instrumentation, raw emotion, and striking storytelling. It’s a journey through self-discovery and healing, shaped by the highs and lows of life on the road and the urge to keep creating.