Every week, Rolling Stone AU/NZ rounds up our favourite Australian music releases from the past seven days. Catch up on previous coverage of Mallrat and Stormy-Lou, and check out fresh highlights below.
Local the Neighbour – “Cruise Control”
Naarm’s Local the Neighbour (David Quested) shifts gears with “Cruise Control”, a driving track about reclaiming control over life. He’ll be supporting Real Estate in Melbourne next month.
Bobi Andonov – “Easier”
Bobi Andonov‘s “Easier” blends ’80s nostalgia with modern pop, showcasing his emotional depth. Co-produced with Dylan Bauld, this track follows his “defining moment” EP, Saint.
Off Judy – “Scared of the Dog”
Bundjalung/Byron Bay indie-punk band Off Judy share “Scared of the Dog”, an energetic anthem addressing depression while encouraging listeners to keep enjoying life – even when that “black dog” is looming.
Miami Horror – “AURORA / DEAD FLOWERS”
Miami Horror returns with “AURORA / DEAD FLOWERS”, a thoughtful single exploring the cycles of life. Benjamin Plant employs lush sounds to weave together themes of beginnings and endings, making it a reflective listen.
Travis Collins – “Different Dreams”
Travis Collins unveils “Different Dreams”, a meaningful cut from his upcoming album. The track celebrates personal goals, gearing up for his performance at CMC Rocks 2025.
Mia Wray – “Nice to Meet Me”
Mia Wray announces her debut album with the uplifting single “Nice to Meet Me”. Co-written with G Flip, it explores self-discovery and embracing identity, setting the stage nicely for her upcoming release.
Beckah Amani – “Free Fall”
Burundian-Australian singer-songwriter Beckah Amani has announced her debut album, This is how I remember it., featuring the soothing track “Free Fall”.
Anna Lunoe – Pearl
Anna Lunoe’s debut album, Pearl, explores growth and connection. With well-crafted tracks, it showcases her journey as an artist in the dance music scene. “This marks a kinda colossal shift in perspective on my career to date, putting my artistry at the front,” Lunoe says.
Thomas Headon – wasn’t a fighting kid
Thomas Headon’s new EP, wasn’t a fighting kid, marks a fresh start for the London-based artist. After a six-month break, he reconnects with his passion for music through songwriting. The high-energy opener, “panic!”, sets the tone for an emotive listen that tackles everything from heartbreak to self-acceptance.
Tasman Keith – “TERRITORIAL”
Tasman Keith‘s new single, “TERRITORIAL”, is a powerful tribute to his roots, showcasing his connection to regional Australia. With confident production and sharp lyrics, the track marks his return to hip-hop and kicks off a single tour across Australia.
Versace Boys – “VEGAN”
“VEGAN” is the latest high-energy single from Versace Boys (Will Henderson and Alex Johnson), born from a freestyle at a Byron Bay vegan restaurant. It’s their encore favourite at festivals and will lead into their debut album and summer tour.
“This song is packed with funny nutrient dense lyrics, delicious bass, tender synths and everything you need for a healthy ear diet. Enjoy the dichotomy, get some wicked wings and chuck us on your playlist,” they share.
Parcels – “Leaveyourlove”
Byron Bay band Parcels have released “Leaveyourlove”, their first new single of 2024, as they work on their third album. The funky track began as an instrumental jam in Berlin, later developed during joyful recording sessions in Oaxaca, Mexico.
The band share, “‘Leaveyourlove’ is our first new song in a long time. It was first a short instrumental jam over a drum loop in Berlin, which you hear at the start. Then months later, a whole lot of vocal ideas, tracked by Noah, Pat and Jules at a studio on the coast of Oaxaca in Mexico. They were joyous and carefree sessions on the beach and in the mountains.”
total tommy – “SPIDER”
Sydney’s total tommy has released her new single “SPIDER”, a grungey track from her debut album bruises, coming November 29th. The track, a metaphor for a clingy friend, nicely shows her evolving production style. She’ll tour the east coast in December.
James Johnston – “COUNTRY IS FOR ME”
Australian country music sensation James Johnston returns with “COUNTRY IS FOR ME”, featuring South Africa’s Afrikaans country star Appel. Johnston shares, “Collaborating with Appel has been an incredible experience. I’m excited to share it with the world and show that, despite being born in different places, we’re not so different.”
