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

Natasha Pinto, Journalist

Reviews / Live
Live Review: Alice Ivy, The Cactus Channel, Braille Face
"Announcing a secret 2am set at Yah Yah's, it's a freakin' wonder she's got enough energy left tonight to perform another gig!"
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Live Review: Vaudeville Smash, Bullhorn, Sansonus, Sex On Toast DJs
"...The drummer's falsetto is ferocious enough to shatter the ceiling in one breath."
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Live Review: Bad Opera Collective ft. Billy Davis, Tentendo, The CB3, Swell, Blasko & More
"They're a powerhouse collective that's sure to shake things up in Melbourne's soul/hip hop/R&B scene."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Sex On Toast, Alárìíyá, Bastard Amber
"With Sex On Toast, you're guaranteed the whole package."
Reviews / Album
Album Review: Passerine - More Human
"Slow burning stand out Undergrowth presents melodic peaks and falls that are gorgeously gripping."
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Album Review: Sandy (Alex G) - Rocket
"Each song plays with varying melodies and tempos that seemingly intentionally contrast to the track before it."
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Album Review: Nick Hakim - Green Twins
"Packed to its peak with wavy guitars and deeply soulful vocals."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Billy Davis & The Good Lords, Swell, Tendento
"There's visible shock on people's faces, and it's totally warranted."
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Live Review: Groovin The Moo Bendigo
Punters leave Groovin The Moo "cold, completely content and most probably covered in glitter".
Reviews / Album
Album Review: Jamiroquai - Automaton
"It's a glitchy treat, with melodically interesting verses that outdo the chorus."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: Jordon Rakei, Sampology, Street Rat
"Jordan Rakei's vocals are audible caramel."
Reviews / Album
Album Review: Shiver Canyon - Shiver Canyon
"Laced with lush harmonies, which carry the lovely, winding vocals to unexpected places."
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