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Magandjin/Brisbane’s Concrete Surfers have been carving their name into the Australian musical landscape over the past decade, touring the country countless times, supporting major artists, playing highlighted festivals, and now, they have finally released their first ever full-length self-titled album.
Magan-djin/Brisbane’s Lottie McLeod shows off her lighter and more playful side on new single ‘Wednesdays at the Waterloo’ - a song that sprung up organically about losing at pub trivia due to a wordless crush on your teammate. The track (and the accompanying music video) takes the warm, indie-pop/alt-country sounds of previous single, ‘Sunburnt’ to starry-eyed heights.
Sunshine Coast’s Cora has made her mark on the alt-pop scene, with the 20 year-old artist having delivered her debut EP, ‘be that girl’. Unfolding over six tracks, the EP is an irresistible culmination of years spent finding her voice and learning how to use it.
Sunshine Coast’s prog-dub pioneers, Dub Zoo have unveiled their highly anticipated EP, ‘Pocketful’ - 5 dub-soaked musical head-trips, with 5 bonus dub mixes and instrumentals.
Magan-djin/Brisbane’s Lottie McLeod returns with a brilliant searing new single, ‘Sunburnt’, which ties in with her announcement of the forthcoming The Boat House EP - an intimate coming-of-age ‘for people who love to feel deeply’ release. This EP will feature ‘Sunburnt’ and previous single, ‘Important To You’, and will drop on September 25th.
For Quiet As A Mouse, the project of singer-songwriter Alex Moran, music has always been rooted in honesty. Drawing from a life spent moving between cities, countries and cultures, Moran channels personal experience into songs that feel intimate, raw and deeply human, while still carrying the energy and swagger of alternative rock’s golden years.
Following an overwhelming response from the Sunshine Coast music community, the Sunshine Coast Music Industry Collective (SCMIC) is proud to reveal the finalists for the 2026 Sunshine Coast Music Awards.
South East Queensland’s Vulpes Argenteus returns in 2026 with Like Gold—a track that doesn’t just continue the project’s trajectory, but subtly redraws it.
Bringing immersive, ethereal alt-rock to the forefront, Brisbane alt-rock outfit In Constance have released their debut EP, ‘Live Everything’, a collection of songs packed full of shimmering motifs, driving drums and hook-laden vocals.
NATIONAL MUSIC NEWS
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Rock n Roll is well and truly alive in Australia with LARGE MIRAGE turning up the heat and unleashing their new single, ‘Wildfire’ - an exhilarating collision of guitar riffs, soaring melodies, infectious hooks and fearless musicianship.
Naarm/Melbourne-based songwriter and producer, Eyes of Bel strips back to her most self-aware on latest single ‘Bygones Will Be Bygones’, which provides the next look at her upcoming EP, ‘End of an Era’ (due out November 13).
Melbourne’s rising singer/songwriter, Anya Alchemy returns with a mesmerising blend of nu-soul and indie-pop on latest single, ‘Don’t Say You Never Felt It’ - weaving enthralling vulnerability with lush sonics throughout.
Following the success of their acclaimed debut album Big Speak, Fremantle indie rock outfit Ra Ra Viper return this September with their sophomore album, Ra Ra, led by the dreamy new single, 'Half Asleep Behind The Wheel (feat. Little Guilt)'.
Adelaide/Kaurna Yerta ’s My Chérie returns with her latest single, ‘5 Years’ - a deeply personal and emotionally immersive track written in the aftermath of the breakdown of a long-term queer relationship.
Sydney singer-songwriter, Milina Mihic unveils her long-awaited debut EP, ‘The Man You Remember’ - collating six intensely gorgeous tracks, awash with emotion and lush textures centring around an alt/indie core.
Strengthening their position within the Australian heavy music scene, Sydney post-hardcore outfit, Closure, return with their new single, ‘Unravel’. The track follows on from their previous release, ‘Empty Hands’ - continuing to refine their sound.
Australian rock royalty, Phil Jamieson continues in his singer/songwriter mode with forthcoming sophomore album, ‘10CHARLIE’ fast approaching (releasing on August 14), and he has shared an effervescent outing in latest single, ‘Reading Keats in Byron Bay’ - a track laden with crunchy guitars and creamy melodies, out now.
Fair pay for artists: Second Press, an indie music streaming app paying 85%, built by a working musician, launches on iOS across Australia and New Zealand.
After five years as a working musician, Nic Munnelly built the alternative she couldn’t find. Second Press launches 19 June with 60 founding artists, no ads, no AI music, and 5–9× the per-stream rate of the major platforms.
TOURING/FESTIVALS
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Magandjin/Brisbane’s Concrete Surfers have been carving their name into the Australian musical landscape over the past decade, touring the country countless times, supporting major artists, playing highlighted festivals, and now, they have finally released their first ever full-length self-titled album.
Magandjin (Brisbane), Queensland - BIGSOUND has debuted their expertly programmed showcase via the BIGSOUND 100: a thoughtful curation of the best export-ready talent shaping the sound of Australia.
From September 1-4 2026, Fortitude Valley will play host to incredible talent from Australia and beyond, with the entire precinct becoming a playground for local and visiting music industry professionals looking to amplify and unearth music’s next wave of stars, curated and programmed in an exciting, choose-your-own-adventure style festival.
Flipping the script on a regular live music show, Cavaleri explains, “Reliving these experiences on stage is like nothing else. It’s a scary thing putting your heart out there and revisiting some of life’s most sensitive moments in front of a crowd, but when we’re all crying, laughing and blissing out together, it reminds me that beneath it all, we have so much in common. That’s what makes this show feel so profound and cathartic for all.”
In 2026, the Oddworld returns to home soil, with OCEAN GROVE today announcing their Oddworld Underground Australian Tour this August, joined by special guests CANE HILL (USA), who will return to Australia for the first time in a decade this year, as well as DEFICIT and BLINDER.
Podcasts
PODCASTS
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).
Episode 96 of The Point Music Podcast sees chats with Loki from SELVE. Not only have SELVE just dropped a magnificent album in 'Breaking Into Heaven', but Loki is also the first Aboriginal artist to have recorded at the world famous Abbey Road Studios. We talk about how this happened, the album, and the influences going to the making of this release in this episode.
Episode 95 of The Point Music Podcast - it's a well overdue catch up with Melbourne-based artist AND producer, EMEREE. We nerd out over production stuff, and talk about her latest singles, 'Locked Up' and 'Eyesore', as well as discuss EMEREE's approach in bringing back Neo Soul/Nu Soul to the Australian soundscape.
GALLERY
GALLERY
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.
They’ve been ones to watch in our books for a little while now, and Brisbane/Meanjin grunge/alt outfit Council Grounds proved why as they celebrated their debut EP with a launch at The Brightside (along with guests Haters, Jane Street, and Tuesday).
We sent Ross Jenkins (aka @founding_photos) along to focus on these future stars.
Celebrating the massive collab, ‘1800-PAINLESS’, Adelaide’s Teenage Joans, and Melbourne’s Between You and Me headed out on a huge national tour, taking on 17 dates around the country, and finishing up on the second last show at Solbar, with Brisbane indie-rock/alt-pop prodigy, FELONY joining in. We sent Ross Jenkins (aka @founding_photos) along to capture all the sweat and glory.
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