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Dorah Jacson releases lush new single, 'You'll See'
Dorah Jacson releases lush new single, 'You'll See'

Sunshine Coast’s own Dorah Jacson (aka Kayla Smart) has delivered her first new single since the release of her debut EP last year, and ‘You’ll See’ is a lush single, ready for the hot summer months.

While still maintaining Dorah’s signature sound of wistful vocals and plenty of dreamy atmospherics , ‘You’ll See’ sees an evolutionary step, with Dorah stepping away from earlier songwriting methods, and showing a more fun, matured style inspired by the likes of Benee, Mallrat and Laurel.

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Sunshine Coast's Laura Mac drop absolute catchy debut single, 'Garage Full of Dreams'
Sunshine Coast's Laura Mac drop absolute catchy debut single, 'Garage Full of Dreams'

Head boppin’, booty shaking & full of smiles, Queensland’s LAURA MAC has burst into the limelight with their debut single ‘Garage Full of Dreams’. A brazen, shameless and unrivalled energy carries this bop from their garage in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, all the way to Lush Studios (The Butterfly Effect, Semantics, Katie Noonan) in Brisbane, harnessing the energy and desire of LAURA MAC. Let ‘Garage Full of Dreams’ grab your hand, spin you around and leave you breathless for more.

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Muules release exclusive download-only epic single, 'Divide The Divided'
Muules release exclusive download-only epic single, 'Divide The Divided'

Sunshine Coast alt-rock drum and bass nerds, Muules offer up their latest and last single before the release of their debut full length album next year. The new single, ‘Divide The Divided’, it seems, has been released with a twist.

A change of pace from previous releases, ‘Divide The Divided’ points out the contradictions in musical tastes and trends in the industry - the struggle of trying to stand out when you're supposed to be fitting in. With strings and synths a-plenty, and an Aussie chorus in the background before the switch is flipped and the track takes a monolithic full alternative rock/grunge turn, ‘Divide The Divided’ will please the musical palette of any fan of 90s and 00s alternative music.

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PREMIERE - Innessa delivers tender, emotional new single, 'Sweet Love'
PREMIERE - Innessa delivers tender, emotional new single, 'Sweet Love'

Russian-born Sunshine Coast singer/songwriter Innessa has delivered a tender folk-based pop single in ‘Sweet Love’, and though it sounds as if it was a conventional love song, the song goes a little deeper than that.

Known for her quirky alternative-pop takes, while blending in elements of traditional Slavic music (Innessa has previously released an album comprised of Russian folk songs), ‘Sweet Love’ showcases Innessa’s vocal control and knack for clever, smooth harmonies, and utilising deep RnB/Pop instrumentation, while driven by soft piano lines.

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Sunshine Coast's Mayah deals with grief and loss with heart-rending, stunning single, 'Loved & Lost'
Sunshine Coast's Mayah deals with grief and loss with heart-rending, stunning single, 'Loved & Lost'

Sunshine Coast singer-songwriter, Mayah is a captivating emerging artist that has produced her newest track, ‘Loved & Lost’ which is out now.

A strong advocate for mental, emotional and social wellbeing, her music speaks of our humanness, our innate ability to make mistakes, navigate challenges and the power of humankind’s irrepressible spirit.

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Darcy Kate delivers wistful new folk single, 'Songbird'
Darcy Kate delivers wistful new folk single, 'Songbird'

Darcy Kate whisks listeners away to a quaint little book store with the smells of fresh coffee and autumn spices in her new single, ‘Songbird’; a soothing folk story about launching free

‘Songbird’ is the third single from the forthcoming debut album by Darcy Kate. Following on from the success Runaway which received airplay on Double J with Henry Wagons and Sarah Howells as well as KIX FM and across community radio Australia wide.

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Dub Zoo help lead us through 'Strange Times' with new single, with guest vocals from Mitch Davis
Dub Zoo help lead us through 'Strange Times' with new single, with guest vocals from Mitch Davis

The Sunshine Coast’s purveyors of deep dub and groove, Dub Zoo present their latest offering, ‘Strange Times’; an epic cinematic journey through one of the darkest subplots of the human experience.

‘Strange Times’ is the latest offering from a new era of music for Dub Zoo and the third single from their upcoming first studio album. ‘Strange Times’ (re)introduces Lord MD a.k.a Mitch Davis, a talented vocalist and lyricist who makes his return after an extended break from the music industry. MD’s powerful and emotive performance sets the tone from the first bars of the song. Also featured is Dub Zoo’s own Queen Lizzie who delivers a haunting chorus inspired by the poetry of Hafiz, a mystic Sufi poet who lived during the 14th century in Persia (Iran).

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The Letter Elle shows off confidence in sassy new single, 'Don't Have The Time x'
The Letter Elle shows off confidence in sassy new single, 'Don't Have The Time x'

Following on from the catchy single ‘Be Your Lady’, The Letter Elle has now released the smooth, soulful track, ‘Don’t Have The Time x’, boasting plenty of confidence, charm and loads of bounce.

With pristine pop hooks, lo-fi synths and blissful vocal layers, Don't Have The Time x demands to be listened on repeat. Lyrically, The Letter Elle (real name Gabrielle Emery) shares a message of unapologetic confidence.

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PREMIERE - 'It's About Time' for a new single from Sunshine Coast multi-instrumentalist, Chris Ah Gee
PREMIERE - 'It's About Time' for a new single from Sunshine Coast multi-instrumentalist, Chris Ah Gee

Sunshine Coast multi-instrumentalist, Chris Ah Gee is no stranger to the Australian music scene, and now he has brand new material to share, starting with the sleek pop soul track, ‘It’s About Time’.

Slick crooning and Motown-ish progressions, ‘It’s About Time’ kicks in with a playful beat and Ah Gee’s rapping, before shifting it up a gear for super grooves and harmonies, squelchy bass and synths, and jazzy riffs.

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Curate your Caloundra Music Festival experience today with the new app.
Curate your Caloundra Music Festival experience today with the new app.

The Caloundra Music Festival program has been released with a new line up of artists and schedule allowing you to plan your weekend so you don’t miss a beat.

While some interstate acts have been replaced due to COVID restrictions we have outstanding performers on the bill, including Ball Park Music, Ian Moss, John Butler, San Cisco, Sneaky Sound System, Thelma Plum, The Superjesus, The Whitlams, WAAX and Xavier Rudd.

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JaZZella funks with our hearts with flirtatious new single, 'You Ma Dude'
JaZZella funks with our hearts with flirtatious new single, 'You Ma Dude'

JaZZella - the Sunshine Coast soul/pop songstress - has knocked it out of the park again with a new single (her second), ‘You Ma Dude’, which has been featured by Caloundra Music Festival, as well as premiering on Double J.

‘You Ma Dude’ is a flirtatious love song that introduces a dynamic and tasteful blend of funk and jazz into the RnB/Pop world. Written by JaZZella and co-produced alongside ARIA winning producer Paulie B at Yama-Nui Recording Studio - the surfy essence of the Sunshine Coast is all over this track.

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Muules deliver cartoony film clip for latest alt-punk, horn-laden single, ‘Drain’
Muules deliver cartoony film clip for latest alt-punk, horn-laden single, ‘Drain’

Following on the release of their latest single, the alt-punk, horn-laden track ‘Drain’, Muules have delivered their accompanying film clip.

With ‘Drain’s running theme of self-doubt and trying to express your thoughts and feelings in a relationship that has dulled, the music video expresses being physically ‘drained’ by having the band all as silhouettes, and giving an overall cartoon-ish vibe to express the ridiculousness of the situations we find ourselves in.

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Wishful Thinking go long with epic new punk single, 'Destiny Pt.1'
Wishful Thinking go long with epic new punk single, 'Destiny Pt.1'

Multi-state punks, Wishful Thinking have done the brave and unexpected by releasing a brand new track, a six minute epic in ‘Destiny Pt. 1’ - a song that came about as a response to the band’s own struggles with anxiety and depression.

Released to coincide with R U OK? Day, ‘Destiny Pt. 1’ whether intentionally or not, borrows heavily from the legendary ‘American Idiot’ album by Green Day, with its form of storytelling, and pop elements blended into punk riffing and anthemic choral sections, interspersed news grabs, and multiple hooks.

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Sunshine Coast's Isabel Wood breezes into new single, 'Allergy Season'
Sunshine Coast's Isabel Wood breezes into new single, 'Allergy Season'

Rising Queensland pop artist Isabel Wood has today released her dazzling new single ‘Allergy Season’ – available now on all streaming platforms. The track was produced by industry leader Konstantin Kersting (Tones & I, Mallrat, Eves Karydas) and arrives in time for the artist’s appearance at Caloundra Music Festival on October 1st .

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PREMIERE - Sunny Coast earth-rockers, Flaskas deliver 'Paradise' on latest single.
PREMIERE - Sunny Coast earth-rockers, Flaskas deliver 'Paradise' on latest single.

Sunny Coast Earth Rock legends Flaskas are back with their brilliant new single ‘Paradise’, a feel-good coastal-reggae track with hints of funk.

A killer bass line drives the track, allowing the upstroke guitar to float over the top, with tasty lead licks sneaking in, solid roots rock drumming, and Chris Flaskas’ rootsy-but-smooth vocals taking charge.

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SAMETIME deliver spicy pop vibes in new EP, 'Maybe We Can Get High?'
SAMETIME deliver spicy pop vibes in new EP, 'Maybe We Can Get High?'

SAMETIME are multi-instrumentalists Sunshine Coast brothers Tim and Sam Aitken. Today they release their new EP ‘Maybe We Can Get High?’ which sees the band embrace their love of infectious synth-driven melodies, titillating lyrics and spicy pop vibes.

Super-slick in production, and very in a ‘now’ sound, ‘Maybe We Can Get High!?’ blends in plenty of 80s pop elements, from the bright funk guitar, rounded bass, super-wet synths, and male falsettos a-plenty. The tracks are dance-floor ready (even begging for remix versions) and convey a tonne of youthful energy.

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Offbeat Music Festival drops its tasty line-up for 2021 - Tickets on sale this Friday
Offbeat Music Festival drops its tasty line-up for 2021 - Tickets on sale this Friday

Tickets for the OFFBEAT MUSIC FESTIVAL in Eumundi will go on sale at 9am this Friday 3 September, with a line-up that promises to blow the minds of fans who’ve been missing quality live music.

The festival will take place on Saturday 27 November from 12noon - late, with two stages and a line-up that boasts Holy Holy, Angie McMahon, Tia Gostelow, Dallas Frasca, Hayley Mary, Kallidad, alongside local outfits Dear Doonan, Kurilpa Reach, The Rumbrellas, Fragile Animals, Palomino III and Karl S. Williams, along with The Gubbi Gubbi Dancers opening the event.

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