Here’s a roundup of the latest and greatest new music released in Australia from the past week, straight from Rolling Stone AU/NZ:
Mulga Bore Hard Rock – “Young Men”
Mulga Bore Hard Rock’s debut single “Young Men” blends ’80s glam rock with outback energy, celebrating community and culture. Singer Alvin reflects, “Growing up in Mulga Bore, music was always part of our life – country, gospel, and rock’n’roll, like Status Quo, Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, and KISS. That’s what I loved most.”
Gordi – Lunch at Dune
Australian singer-songwriter Gordi has dropped a new EP titled Lunch at Dune, alongside a live video featuring SOAK. The EP is centred around the title track, a collaboration with the aforementioned Northern Irish folk musician. The live version of the track, filmed at The Durhamstown Castle in Ireland, captures its intimate magic.
Chet Faker – Built on Glass (10th Anniversary Expanded Edition)
Chet Faker’s ARIA-winning Built on Glass (2014) is back for its 10th anniversary, with a shiny new expanded edition. The reissue features unreleased tracks like “Killswitch”, which was initially a SoundCloud demo during the pre-algorithm days. “I hope some listeners will appreciate it getting an official release,” Faker shares. It was originally a vinyl bonus for the Japanese edition, but now it’s ready for the world.
Telenova – “Temples”
Melbourne’s Telenova are giving their debut Time Is a Flower the deluxe treatment, with a brand new single, “Temples”. The track serves as “a poetic resolution to the album,” a triumphant closing note to earlier tracks like “Teardrop”, “Power”, and “Heaven’s Calling”.
Hellcat Speedracer – No Chaos, No Future
Hellcat Speedracer’s debut EP No Chaos, No Future is packed with nostalgic summer bangers. The electronic dance group bring the heat with guest features from KLP, DZ Deathrays, Zoe from The Buoys, and Medhanit. It’s an EP filled with energetic, chaotic fun, perfect for your next dance session.
TOWNS – sentimental slowdown
Adelaide’s pop-punk duo TOWNS are celebrating their 10th anniversary this month, and they’re marking it with their debut album, Sentimental Slowdown. “We first met on our first day of uni, dreaming of achieving just a fraction of the incredible things we’ve been fortunate enough to do,” they share. “This album feels like a chapter in the story of everything we’ve experienced together.”
Flight Facilities & DRAMA – “Dancing On My Own”
Flight Facilities have teamed up with Chicago duo DRAMA for the disco-infused “Dancing On My Own”. It’s a tribute to the moments when flying solo on a night out turns from awkward to memorable. “Anyone who’s had a night out on their own knows that vulnerable feeling,” the duo explain. “It’s uncomfortable at first, but soon it becomes one of the best memories.”
Bobi Andonov – SAINT (Deluxe Edition)
Australian-born, LA-based singer-songwriter Bobi Andonov has expanded his sophomore EP SAINT with new tracks. “I started this idea when I moved back to LA, listening to a lot of soulful records, especially artists like Terence Trent D’Arby,” he says. The deluxe version of SAINT brings those soulful sounds into full focus, with a gospel-inspired rhythm driving the track “Burn”.
South Summit – The Bliss
South Summit’s debut The Bliss is here, recorded at Blackbird Sound Studio with Dave Parkin (Spacey Jane, Tired Lion, Bob Evans). It’s a strong showcase of the band’s indie sound, with a healthy dose of reggae influence. The album features singles like “Giving It Up”, “Ottoway”, and “Catacombs”, all dripping with groove and emotion.
Milku – “Headlights”
Milku’s latest track, “Headlights”, is a mix of stadium anthem energy with a tinge of sadness. It’s the latest release from his upcoming EP Be Honest, set to drop next Friday.
Hands Like Houses – “Obey” ft. Kellin Quinn
Canberra’s Hands Like Houses are gearing up for a massive new album, teasing A T M O S P H E R I C S with the groove-laden rock track “Obey”. Featuring Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens, the track is a perfect intro to the band’s upcoming release.
The Cat Empire – “Doing Fine”
The Cat Empire are back with “Doing Fine”, the third single off their forthcoming album Bird in Paradise (out March 7th, 2025). Lead singer Felix Riebl describes it as one of the edgiest tracks on the album: “Lyrically, it’s raw – grief, rage, reckless joy – all tied together by the energy of our live performance.”
