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

Tyler Jenke, Journalist

Tyler Jenke

Originally from Adelaide, Tyler Jenke is a Melbourne-based journalist, author, musician, lecturer, and podcast host with more than a decade of experience in writing and publishing. Having originally created an exhaustive database dedicated to triple j’s Hottest 100 countdown, the past decade has seen them working as a prolific writer across websites such as Tone Deaf, Billboard, and Music Feeds, with three years spent as the Editor of Rolling Stone Australia.

Outside of the world of the written word, you can often find them researching obscure music facts, working on their own musical career, collecting copious amounts of vinyl, tapes, and CDs, or simply situated in the front row of a live concert.

News / Music
LOUD WOMEN Fest
LOUD WOMEN Fest Announces 2025 Australian Return
Following a successful debut in Melbourne in 2024, LOUD WOMEN Fest expands its Australian return with an appearance in Sydney.
News / Music
The Jesus Lizard
The Jesus Lizard Cancel 2025 Australian Tour
The Jesus Lizard have cancelled their first Australian tour in 27 years due to a "serious health incident" affecting one of the band members.
News / Music
Paul Dempsey
Paul Dempsey Revives 'Shotgun Karaoke' For New Covers Album And National Tour
"There are mistakes and imperfections, and they belong there just like they belong at a karaoke night," explains Dempsey. "How boring would perfect karaoke be?"
News / Music
Daniel Johns and The Lizards
Daniel Johns Sparks Silverchair Speculation Following Tribute Gig Appearance: 'It's Happening'
Daniel Johns joined Adelaide's The Lizards for a Silverchair-themed soundcheck back in March, now the veteran rocker has paired footage with the mysterious claim that "It's happening."
News / Music
Blood On My Hands
Melbourne's Blood On My Hands Unveil 'Death Through Devotion' EP
Alongside the release of their new EP, the Melbourne quintet will also be hitting the road next month.
News / Music
Suzi
Suzi Announces Debut Album, Plots National Tour
“I have never worked harder on anything in my whole entire life,” Suzi says of her forthcoming 'Patchwork' album.
Industry / News
DREGG
Melbourne's DREGG Announce Signing To Fearless Records
Melbourne four-piece DREGG have unveiled a new video for their track 'Dress Down' alongside the exciting news of a fresh international signing.
Features / Music
The Dillinger Escape Plan
'I Never Had Any Intention Of Doing This Again': The Unexpected Return Of The Dillinger Escape Plan
As The Dillinger Escape Plan plot their Australian return, eight years after their dissolution, founding guitarist Ben Weinman discusses the reunion he never expected to see.
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INXS: Live At Wembley
Channel 7 Celebrates 'INXS Live At Wembley' With Behind-The-Scenes Special
“It was an unforgettable, electrifying night that I will be forever proud and grateful that we captured it on film," remembers Kirk Pengilly of the iconic concert.
Industry / News
Fraser A. Gorman at The Gasometer
The Gaso To Reopen Thanks To Aussie Chef Scott Pickett
"I want to pay homage to what the Gaso has been for so long," says Pickett, who will operate as The Gaso with a focus on dining and live music.
News / Music
INXS
INXS Take Out Triple J's Hottest 100 Of Australian Songs
As INXS reign supreme on triple j's first-ever Aussie-only Hottest 100 countdown, let's reflect on all the facts and stats you might have missed.
Features / Music
Tim Minchin
'I Feel Like Such An Outsider': Tim Minchin Revisits The Past For 'Time Machine'
As Tim Minchin looks back to his 20s for new album 'Time Machine,' the acclaimed multihyphenate reflects on his contributions to culture and his decision to revisit the past.