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Catch up on our previous coverage of Tame Impala, Royel Otis, 3%, Michael Clifford, The Rions, Confidence Man, and Tim Minchin.
Then check out the best new music from Aussie acts released last week below!
Folk Bitch Trio – Now Would Be a Good Time
Melbourne trio Folk Bitch Trio have released their debut album Now Would Be a Good Time. Featuring lush singles like “Moth Song“, “Cathode Ray”, and “Hotel TV”, the record shows off their rich harmonies and confessional songwriting, marking an impressive full-length debut.
Sunbeam Sound Machine – “Vanishing Point”
Melbourne multi-instrumentalist Sunbeam Sound Machine has released a new single, “Vanishing Point”, the latest taste of his upcoming fourth album, Double Magic, set to arrive on Friday, August 15th via Dot Dash / Remote Control. On the track, Nick Sowersby reflects on faith and time, describing it as “a mantra about the passage of time ultimately being the thing that will help.”
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Dead Mall – “Eviction Night”
Newcastle band Dead Mall have released a new single, “Eviction Night”, the final track before their debut album Superliminal arrives on August 21st. The song blends nu-metal and metalcore influences and was inspired by frontman Ruairi Burns’ long-standing interest in Big Brother Australia.
Winston Surfshirt – WINSTON
Sydney-based artist Winston Surfshirt has released his fourth album, WINSTON, out now via Sweat It Out. Co-produced with OSWRLD, the self-titled record blends R&B, hip hop, and disco influences, marking a new sonic direction while staying true to his signature style.
Lotte Gallagher – “F U IN MORSE CODE”
Melbourne singer-songwriter Lotte Gallagher has returned with “F U IN MORSE CODE”, a breakup tune m co-written with Ciarran Babbington of Baker’s Eddy. The single arrives ahead of her sold-out Melbourne show and follows the success of previous track “PTRCK”.
BOY SODA – “4K”
BOY SODA has announced his debut album SOULSTAR, set for release on October 3rd via Warner Music Australia, and shared a new single, “4K”, featuring Dean Brady and Siala. The thirteen-track record blends futuristic production with soul and R&B influences, also featuring fan favourites like “Blink Twice” and “Lil Obsession”.
sleepazoid – “3AM”
Fresh off four sold-out shows supporting Faye Webster, Naarm-based alt-rock band sleepazoid have returned with their moody new single “3AM”. The dreamy, shoegaze-tinged track arrives ahead of their BIGSOUND showcases in September and upcoming headline shows in Melbourne and Sydney.
