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

Emma Whines, Journalist

Emma Whines is Meanjin/Brisbane based writer and musician. She’s written for a range of publications including Fashion Journal Magazine, Starving Kids, Blank GC, The Glitter and Gold and The Music. Finishing up her Bachelors degree last year, majoring in International Relations and Writing, she is keen to delve further into the media and communications industry while continuing to write about culturally important issues, music news and politics. Currently, she works at SGC Media, writing for The Music. When she’s not at work, you can find her scouring gumtree for mid century furniture, or reading a book in the Meanjin sun.

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Underground Playlists: New Music From Emerging Talent Vetta Borne, Dean Brady & More
Underground Playlists are back and better than ever, thanks to the legends at Mountain Goat Beer. In fact, we’ve decided to pick out our favourite tracks each week and share them with you, so you can get to know the best of the bunch and keep your finger on the pulse. Here are this week's top picks for our Underground Playlists...
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San Cisco, The Kid LAROI & More: This Week's Best New Music
Each week we track down the best new music and curate it into our 'Hit List' playlist for all our readers to enjoy. Today, we've selected our top picks of the week to celebrate the songs that stood out in the crowd.
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Underground Playlists: New Music From Emerging Talent YARA, Milku & More
Underground Playlists are back and better than ever, thanks to the legends at Mountain Goat Beer. In fact, we’ve decided to pick out our favourite tracks each week and share them with you, so you can get to know the best of the bunch and keep your finger on the pulse. Here are this week's top picks for our Underground Playlists...
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Are Your Songs Being Used To Train AI Without Your Permission?
“You need a human contribution for art that makes you feel something.”
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Polish Club Release New Track 'Good Time' For Upcoming NRL Season
"We wanted a short, sharp song, filled with nothing but catchphrases, with each part being its own hook. I think we nailed it."
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Lana Del Rey, Skrillex & More: This Week's Best New Music
Each week we track down the best new music and curate it into our 'Hit List' playlist for all our readers to enjoy. Today, we've selected our top picks of the week to celebrate the songs that stood out in the crowd.
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Far East Music Festival Brings Powerful Line-up To Remote Victoria
The Grogans, Kutcha Edwards, Charlie Needs Braces and more will take to the stage over the Easter weekend.
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Conor Maynard Announces Debut Australian Tour
English pop star Conor Maynard returns with new music and his first ever Australian tour dates.
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Underground Playlists: New Music From Emerging Talent Siobhan Cotchin, Noah Vernon & More
Underground Playlists are back and better than ever, thanks to the legends at Mountain Goat Beer. In fact, we’ve decided to pick out our favourite tracks each week and share them with you, so you can get to know the best of the bunch and keep your finger on the pulse. Here are this week's top picks for our Underground Playlists...
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Lime Cordiale, Hatchie & More Announced In The Long Sunset Lineup
The one-day event is the capstone of Queensland Music Trails’ Scenic Rim Trail.
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Rihanna's Superbowl Performance Was A Huge Win For DJs Across The Globe
Soundcloud culture, DJ culture and one of the most underrated genres in the world made its way to the pinnacle of commercial music performances, the Superbowl halftime show.
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Super Bowl 2023: Stunning Rihanna Halftime Show, Brilliant Music Ads & More
From Rihanna's Halftime Show to Jack Harlow's new inspiration, here are all the surprises from the Super Bowl.