Every week, Rolling Stone AU/NZ brings you the best new sounds from Australian artists.
Catch up on our past coverage of Thornhill, Teenage Joans, Michael Clifford, The Grogans, and Ball Park Music.
Here’s what else you might have missed last week:
Babe Rainbow – Slipper imp and shakaerator
Babe Rainbow keep the vibes breezy with their new album, recorded on a banana farm. It’s an 11-track collection of carefree, psychedelic goodness, full of synths, drum machines, and that signature loose, free-spirited energy. As the Byron Bay crew’s Angus Dowling says, “keeping a loose feeling to the music is so important.”
Fade Evare – “Send Me Out”
“Send Me Out” flips a slow ballad into a groovy Italo-disco jam. Fade Evare capture the intensity of new friendships, with Mira Holleman noting, “new friendships can be so intense.” The track pulses with a disco beat and an emotional, euphoric feel.
DEVAURA – Vol 1. Learning in Public
DEVAURA’s debut EP Vol 1. Learning in Public explores grief, identity, and self-empowerment. As she says, “This project is a deeply personal summation of the lessons I’ve learnt along the way.” The tracks mix polished electronic production with confessional, fiercely delivered lyrics.
the stamps – “jamie’s song”
“jamie’s song” from the stamps is a soulful reflection on life’s uncertainties. Scarlett Graham says it helped her realise, “it’s okay not to have everything quite figured out.” Indie-pop courtesy of swirling guitars and soft percussion make this one both introspective and uplifting.
Lara Villani – “I Love It”
Lara Villani’s “I Love It” is all about the thrill of spontaneous connections. With seductive electronics and a catchy groove, the track captures the buzz of unexpected encounters with charm.
Abbey Lane – “Baby Steps”
Abbey Lane’s “Baby Steps” is a gentle song for personal growth, celebrating those small wins. The track blends acoustic guitar with dreamy pop, encouraging you to take it slow but keep moving forward.
Geography – Cyclone
Geography’s Cyclone EP brings atmospheric, lo-fi textures with reverb-heavy guitars and haunting vocals. The urgency of the record is captured perfectly by Geography: “Some of the scratch lyrics that I had every intention of changing still remain.”
Merpire – “Bigger”
Merpire’s Milk Pool (out July 4th) is dark-pop for the romantics and daydreamers. New single “Bigger” showcases layered vocals and moody electronic production, setting the stage for an album full of introspection and change.
Salarymen – “Just Because You Can”
Sydney duo Salarymen mix spaghetti western with disco on “Just Because You Can”. With twangy guitars and funky basslines, it’s a playful tune for letting go and moving forward – good for shaking off what no longer serves you.
Stormy Lou – See Ya, Love Ya, Bye!
Stormy Lou’s debut EP brings raw indie rock with bold guitar riffs and punchy drums. It’s a high-energy collection that captures the spirit of Adelaide’s coast.
Grinding Eyes – Out of Focus
Grinding Eyes bring their signature mix of shoegaze, drone rock, and garage punk on Out of Focus. Fuzzy guitars, hypnotic rhythms, and a dense, brooding energy make this album a dark and immersive listen.
