Stay up to date with all the Australian music releases from last week with Rolling Stone AU/NZ’s weekly roundup.
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Catch up on our previous coverage of Paul Kelly, James Johnston, and The Temper Trap.
Then check out the best new music from Aussie acts released last week below!
Tropical Low – Superstar
North Queensland’s Tropical Low have shared their new five-track EP Superstar, a confident blend of indie, grunge, funk, and pop.
Jack Ladder – “Everything Belongs 2 U”
Jack Ladder has announced his eighth album, SEPARATION ROCK (October 10th, Worse Records), and released the third single, “Everything Belongs 2 U”. The track was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Zach Dawes and mixed by Tchad Blake.
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Mel Blue – “Secret Crush”
Mel Blue has dropped new single “Secret Crush” ahead of their sophomore album nomorejacketsplease (September 26th, Nettwerk). The track blends ghettotech, footwork, and juke into a high-energy rave anthem.
The Belair Lip Bombs – “Hey You”
The Belair Lip Bombs have announced new album Again (October 31, Third Man Records) and shared lead single “Hey You”, featuring a jubilant synth-driven melody.
merci, mercy – “Inside Out”
merci, mercy has released “Inside Out”, the final single ahead of debut album Don’t Take It To Heart (August 29th), exploring mental health through intimate alt-pop.
Sunbeam Sound Machine – Double Magic
Sunbeam Sound Machine has released fourth album Double Magic (Dot Dash/Remote Control), blending dreamy guitars, driving rhythms, nature recordings, and saxophone.
Miramar – “Let’s Go Out”
Miramar has released final single “Let’s Go Out” from second EP Best Of A Thing, an indie-electronic celebration of friendship and community.
Al Matcott – “All The Better For”
Al Matcott has released stripped-back single “All The Better For”, a standalone acoustic track reflecting on longing and loss, born from a guitar melody first played at a friend’s wedding.
Pete Murray – “Amy”
Pete Murray has released new single “Amy” ahead of eighth studio album Longing (October 3rd). The track features acoustic guitar, propulsive rhythms, and dreamy instrumentals.
Cat & Calmell – How Do You Feel?
Cat & Calmell have released 7-track mini album How Do You Feel? ahead of upcoming Australian shows supporting Camila Cabello in Melbourne and Sydney.
James Johnston – “WHERE YOU’LL FIND ME”
Australian country star and two-time Golden Guitar winner James Johnston has announced sophomore album WHERE YOU’LL FIND ME (October 24th, Warner Music Australia) and shared the title track.
VASSY, Tigerlily – “Secrets”
VASSY and Tigerlily have released a new version of dance classic “Secrets” for its 10-year anniversary. Both artists ranked in Rolling Stone AU/NZ’s 50 Greatest Australian Electronic Acts (VASSY #9, Tigerlily #47).
