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.

Dubbed “Melbourne’s rising star” by Forte Magazine, award-winning singer-songwriter Magdalia returns with ‘Out of Focus’, the latest single from her forthcoming debut EP. Known for her powerful vocals and candid storytelling, Magdalia steps into new territory here, blending dream-pop with a personal narrative that cuts deep.

Written with Olivia Regueira-Garcia from The Artist Studio Sydney, ‘Out of Focus’ channels the pop sensibilities of Ariana Grande, Griff, and Dua Lipa while remaining unmistakably Magdalia. The track dives into her experience as a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman and the confusion of watching her father lose his sight as a child. “I wanted to write something that felt good to perform but still told a story that mattered to me,” Magdalia says. “Both experiences were tough and confusing, but they made me who I am. ‘Out of Focus’ is about finding clarity in the middle of all that.”

South African-Australian genre-hacker GUARD returns with ‘THE ALCHEMIST’. Known for warping the rules of alt-pop and internet culture, GUARD’s latest single is a shadowy confession, dripping with late-night regret and hard-won wisdom.

Inspired by Guard’s previous works, including Phantom (2020) & Cognitive Dissonance (2019), Guard blurs the line between genres, calling back to his signature spoken rapping and soft, breathy singing. Inspired by his fallout LA era, Guard was inspired by the lament of lost relationships and career opportunities that went awry. Deciding to see this period of his life as a positive. “This isn’t about turning pain into beauty. It’s about turning scars into anthems,” GUARD says. “I wanted to bottle up that feeling of being lost but refusing to disappear. Instead of painting over the scars, he lets them bleed into the music:

Phillip Island’s own Mark Howard returns with ‘Heaven Doesn’t Need You Like I Do’, the fourth single from his forthcoming album ‘Deep Dark Blue’.

This evocative new release sees Mark at his most vulnerable, exploring the ache of loss, the fight for connection and the bittersweet edge of memory.

Inspired by the stories of people close to him fighting to hold onto their children, Mark pours his own experiences of grief and longing into every line. “I tried to imagine what it’s like to fight that hard just to stay connected to someone you love,” Mark shares. “That idea stuck with me and I ended up writing from my own experiences of loss”.

Sonically, this is the most orchestral track on the album, weaving lush, cinematic arrangements that evoke the theatre of the mind. Every sound swells and recedes like waves, each part essential, none clamouring for attention, creating a haunting, immersive listening experience that lingers long after the final note.

Self-described Gaysian Empress of Sydney, Dyan Tai released their sophomore EP, ‘Supreme’, on 16 July 2025, marking a bold new chapter as a queer, migrant, and avant-garde artist. 

Supported by SoundNSW and born out of a year of creative exploration, ‘Supreme’ brings together a stellar line-up of LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC collaborators, including Jamaica Moana, BVT, Lupa J, and Hazboy. Written, produced, and mixed by Dyan Tai, the EP delves into the shared experiences of loneliness and isolation among marginalised communities, transforming these emotions into a vibrant, alternate musical universe where everyone is free to be their most supreme selves.

The focus track, ‘Broke Popstar’, written at Offbeat Studios during APRA AMCOS x Offbeat residency and supported by Sound NSW this track is a high-energy anthem that features samples of rare Chinese opera instruments. Described by Dyan as “if MIA made hyperpop in 2025, this is what I imagine it to sound like”, the track offers a tongue-in-cheek take on the realities of independent artistry, with playful digs at managers and venues who leave artists chasing payments. 

Lara Villani is set to turn heartbreak into high art with the release of her latest single, ‘Make it go away’, July 16 This marks the final taste of her highly anticipated debut EP, ‘Whiplash’, landing in October 2025.

‘Make it go away’ finds Lara at her most vulnerable and magnetic, weaving together pop, and raw, confessional lyricism. The track dives into the ache of holding onto love that’s slipping through your fingers, a bittersweet anthem for anyone who’s ever wanted to let go, but couldn’t quite cut the cord. “This song is about knowing a relationship isn’t working, but still hoping they’ll love you back the way you love them,” Lara shares. “It’s painful, but it’s also beautiful, and there’s power in letting yourself feel it all.”

Plastiq unveil powerful new single ‘doubt (wow)’ - a sonic protest for the apocalyptic age. The project founded by Quartz Pistol, Moses Carr and CAPITAL WASTE once again blurs the boundaries between music, visual art and collective protest, inviting listeners into a hyperrealist world where empowerment rises from disillusionment.

Dirty Versachi, Kid Souf, and Shi La Rosa join forces on new single (WSDF), a high-octane pop track that fuses dirty club energy with unapologetic, hypersexual lyricism. Combining Melbourne’s club culture with LA’s polished pop production, the single is an unfiltered celebration of deKisire, sex, and self-expression, encouraging listeners to fully embrace the celebration of pleasure.

Australia’s most aesthetically and sonically striking queer artists have come together to reveal new single King Queen Supreme set for release on 22nd May 2025.

Produced by Dyan Tai, a Triple J alumni and Unfinished Flume Top 5 Finalist (2023), and Lupa J, an Unearthed High Finalist (2014, 2015), King Queen Supreme is a meticulously crafted track that blends bubblegum bass, PC music, and cantopop influences. The song’s high-energy production is elevated by Tai’s signature use of traditional East Asian instruments, such as the Guzheng and Chinese operatic cymbals, alongside Lupa J’s live violin and dramatic Taiko drum hits.

Lara Villani continues her meteoric rise in the Australian music scene with the release of her latest single, ‘Losing my mind’, out 21 May.

Following the success of her previous tracks ‘Fire’ and ‘I love it’, this new release showcases Lara’s signature blend of R&B and pop while diving deep into infatuation’s chaotic, all-consuming nature. ‘Losing my mind’ captures that intense emotional whirlwind when thoughts spiral uncontrollably around someone who has completely captivated you. With its dramatic, layered production and raw lyricism, the track embodies passion, vulnerability, and the emotional overload that comes with being in too deep. Reflecting on the song, Lara explains, “This track is about that chaotic mix of emotions — where you know it might not be good for you, but you’re too far gone to pull away. It’s dramatic, a little unhinged, but also very real. We’ve all had those moments where our feelings take over.”