The Point - In Focus

Brisbane alternative rock outfit Pilot Crisis are back with their vibrant new single, 'Dreams In Disguise', delivering a dose of fuzzy guitars and punk-fuelled, infectious melodies with a dark story lurking beneath the surface.  

In episode 106 of The Point Music Podcast, we chat with Evie and Tim about the latest single, the changing nature of 'pop punk', what's more goth - cellist or violinist, and thoughts on AI on the music industry.

The enigmatic and eclectic artist that is Myxi Bun has a new single out in 'Luigi Mangioni' - utilising her cartoonish hyper-pop meets edm style in an eat the rich ode. 

In this episode we talk about the construction of the single, the importance of collaboration, DIY ethos, and general rabbit holes. Buckle in, this is a fun one.

Brisbane singer/songwriter, Lottie McLeod has notched up some big scores in her musical career to date, multiple awards and nominations, an impressive amount of streams on her releases to date, and a lot of Triple J love. In September, Lottie will be releasing her next body of work - The Boathouse EP - a collection of 7 tracks that bring together indie/alt-folk stylings, and impressive, at times vulnerable, and definitely heartfelt lyricism.

Big chats with the amazing Milina Mihic in episode 103 of The Point Music Podcast. In this episode, we discuss Milina's latest release, 'Stay With Me', her upcoming EP, and the importance of putting your art out there, no matter what.

In Episode 102 of The Point Podcast, we chat with Cooper from Brisbane's Bad Neighbour - alt/heavy emo legends who are dropping their sophomore album, 'Burns from the X-Rays' on June 5. We discuss the process leading up to the album and more.

Quarter Short is a Brisbane-based artist that delves into contemporary alt pop sounds, reaching into her bag of influences such as Regina Spektor, Hayley Williams, Billie Eilish and more. She has just released her debut EP, the brilliant 'No Sense' and in this episode of The Point Music Podcast, we explore what went into this release and more. Please enjoy episode 101, with Quarter Short.

We did it! 100 episodes of The Point Music Podcast thingy. Only took us five years. To celebrate a tonne of podcasts for us, we decided to circle right back to where it all started Episode 1's guest was Brett Gadenne aka Raw Ordio (and also from Dubarray). 

Australian producer and DJ, What So Not has been making waves all over the globe with his signature style that blends bass, trap, and melodic hues into an unique and unforgettable package. He's teamed up with Dutch producer BUUNSHIN, putting together a wicked EP 'The Quiet That Hurts' , mixing up D&B with What So Not's stylings. 

It’s full steam ahead rocknroll with the legendary Dallas Frasca on Episode 98 of The Point Music Podcast. We’re talking The Green Electric Tour, which sees Dallas team up with the amazing Sarah McLeod for 15 shows nationally from Feb through mid-March in 2026, all while keeping their ongoing commitment to sustainability - more specifically, sustainable touring. Proudly supported by Music Australia, The Harbour Agency, Spank Betty Records, and Seed Mob (Australia’s first indigenous youth-led climate justice organisation and their ongoing fight for climate justice).

Using the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold infill to create something beautiful as a reference, Brisbane’s It’s Acrylic have taken a side-step from their more emo/alt rock stylings, and crafted something stunning in the track, ‘Kintsukuroi’, teaming up with fellow Brisbane artist, Neish. On this episode, we delve into the creation of that track, and discuss the Brisbane music scene (and more).

One of Australia’s best alt rock outfits, Perth’s Sly Withers are travelling the countryside in slaying stages and melting hearts with their distinct brand of emo-tinged Aussie rock, particularly with their latest release, ‘Make My Mind Up’. They hit the well-worn Solbar (Maroochydore) stage on November 14, with supports Phil and the Blanks (making their live debut), and well-hyped (and rightly so) young locals, Speira. We sent Ross Jenkins (aka @founding_photos) to capture all the glory.

BIGSOUND 2025 has come and gone, and through a flurry of showcases, we were able to get our photographer, Ross Jenkins (aka @founding_photos) to try and capture as much as he could on night 3 (Thursday night). Now for those that have been to BIGSOUND, you will know how hard it is to dash between showcases, line-up (particularly for the buzz bands), take in as much as you can, then move on to the next one. So, kudos to Ross for getting in as much of night 3 as humanly possible (catching The Southern River Band, Darcie Haven, Heartline, Rageflower, Sleepazoid, and Ruby Fields).

After more than a decade, five albums, and countless shows across Australia and beyond, HOLY HOLY—comprising producer and composer Oscar Dawson and songwriter and lyricist Timothy Carroll—have announced they are going on hiatus. Completing a massive run of shows through May and June, wrapping up with shows at Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall, and Caloundra’s Kings Beach Tavern. Joining HOLY HOLY at the Kings Beach Tavern show was WA artist, Rowena Wise.

The undeniable punk rock machine that is Amyl and The Sniffers can not be stopped. The full-to-the-brim amped up show hit the Sunshine Coast’s The Station on January 30, as part of their Cartoon Darkness World Tour (which frankly, has an insane amount of dates). We sent Ross Jenkins (aka @founding_photos) to capture all the amazing madness, from both Amyl and The Sniffers, and support Bob Vylan.

Australian rock icons, Grinspoon prove there’s plenty left in the tank, taking on a mammoth 4 month ‘whatever, whenever, wherever’ National Tour from September through to December, and as they reached the halfway mark, hitting Brisbane’s The Princess Theatre on October 19, along with Press Club and Ixaras, we sent photographer Ross Jenkins (aka @founding_photos) to capture all the love, sweat and beers.