Fresh Finds: Class Of 2025 – Aussie Acts To Add To Your Playlist

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AO Live Opening Week
Hot Chip & The Presets Lead New AO Live Opening Week Concert Series
"AO LIVE Opening Week is all about starting the Australian Open with a bang."
News / Music
Sampa The Great
Sampa The Great Lands On 'EA FC 26' Soundtrack With New Single
'Can't Hold Us' is Sampa The Great's "declaration track" and sees her reimagine the roots of Zamrock music.
Reviews / Live
RÜFÜS DU SOL
Live Review: RÜFÜS DU SOL @ Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
RÜFÜS DU SOL returns to Melbourne for the first of three sold-out homecoming shows on their Inhale/Exhale tour, with support from SG Lewis to deliver an electrifying night of emotion, energy and electronic perfection.
Features / Interviews
The 046
The 046 Secure Their 'Legacy In Motion': 'We're Gonna Start Dropping Albums Again, Hopefully Every Year'
Reflecting on an "unbelievable" year and looking to the future, The 046 deny rumours of hip-hop's decline and call on Warren G and Snoop Dogg to collaborate.
Industry / News
Ninajirachi at the J Awards
Ninajirachi, SPEED & More Take Home 2025 J Awards
"It’s been another incredible year for Australian music, thank you to all the artists who’ve soundtracked our 2025," said triple j's Manager of Music Programming, Nick Findlay.
Industry / Feature
Ninajirachi
'I Made My Own Favourite Album': Ninajirachi Reflects On Her Australian Music Prize Win
"I just hope I can make a hundred more albums in my life," the 21st SoundMerch Australian Prize winner says excitedly.
News / Festivals
Sugar Mountain 2025
Sugar Mountain Reveals 2026 Line-up, New Venue
Sugar Mountain Festival will return to its roots in 2026, with next year's festival held in the heart of Melbourne's CBD.
Features / Music
Ninajirachi
Anatomy Of A Hit: Ninajirachi’s ‘I Love My Computer’
As Ninajirachi continues to rise a massive wave of popularity thanks to her debut album, 'I Love My Computer,' let's unpack the myriad steps that led to the Aussie star's purple patch.
Features / Music
Miami Horror
'It's Never Gotten Old To Us': Over 15 Years In, Miami Horror Are Still Nostalgic For Right Now
“We always get messages, even now, that people who loved us back in the day are coming out and seeing us for the first time."
News / Festivals
BASSINTHEGRASS Festival
BASSINTHEGRASS Unveils 2026 Festival Line-up
“BASSINTHEGRASS showcases Darwin at its very best. The line-up we have for the 2026 festival rivals any music festival in the country.”
News / Music
Ninajirachi
Ninajirachi Wins 2025 SoundMerch Australian Music Prize
"To sincerely contribute to the awesome story of Australian music was one of my highest hopes," Ninajirachi says of her prestigious win.
News / Music
Sidebyside Festival
Adelaide's Sidebyside Festival To Debut Time-Based Ticketing System For 2026 Event
The two-tier ticketing system looks to support emerging acts, while offering attendees a more affordable entry price.