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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
King Stingray and Sharon Van Etten
Sharon Van Etten, King Stingray Lead 2025 Town Folk Festival Line Up
Castlemaine's Town Folk Festival returns for another year, boasting a stellar line up with plenty of local and international favourites.
Industry / Feature
Ocean Alley @ Red Hill Auditorium
'We Are Seeing Every Element Of The Industry Experiencing Growth': Spotify's Head Of Music Ben Watts Breaks Down The Loud & Clear Report
"We provide a lot of editorial support, and we use our global network to champion Australian music."
Features / Track by Track
The Grogans
The Grogans Unravel The Disparate Connections Of New Album, 'Stagger'
“'Stagger' came from this idea that it was a jagged and stylistically different album track to track,” The Grogans explain of their latest album.
Features / Interviews
Chasing Ghosts
'I Just Want To Put Everything Into The Art': Chasing Ghosts' Jimmy Kyle On The Authenticity Of 'Therapy'
As Chasing Ghosts release their new album, Therapy, frontman Jimmy Kyle looks back on the project and its humble goals and authenticity, which have been hallmarks since its inception.
News / Music
Private Function's Lauren Hester
Private Function Has Released A Record That Smells Like Gwyneth Paltrow’s Vagina
"$700 USD dollars to smell Gwyneth Paltrow's vagina is quite frankly classist, and we at Private Function think that every working class person deserves to have access to the smell 24 hours a day."
News / Music
Lewis Toms
Lewis Toms Trio Plot Debut Melbourne Gig
After years spent performing as a solo act, Lewis Toms will bring his previous two EPs to life in an expanded live setting this August.
Features / Premiere
Iron Mind
PREMIERE: Iron Mind Share The Intense Video To 'How You Get Down'
"The video features short glimpses of archival footage showing us doing our thing as early as 2008, to drive home the message that there are no barriers, there are no gate keepers – we are the proof!,” explains vocalist Sam Octigan.
Industry / News
Interplay Program
Applications For VMDO's Fast Track Fellowship Closing Soon
Are you a music producer or engineer based in Victoria with global ambitions? Then the VMDO's Fast Track Fellowship might be what you need.
Features / Music
Killing Heidi Performing In 2024
'It Was A Bit Of A Pipe Dream': Killing Heidi On Touring For 25 Years Of 'Reflector'
As Killing Heidi get ready to hit the road for 25 years of their 'Reflector' album, Ella and Jesse Hooper take the time to reflect on the album, its success, and the upcoming shows.
News / Music
Tonight Alive at Good Things 2018
Tonight Alive Announce First Melbourne Headline Show In Seven Years
Having made their long-awaited return to the stage last year, Sydney's Tonight Alive are finally making their way back to Melbourne.
Features / Premiere
Tanya George
PREMIERE: Tanya George Unveils The Playful Video For 'Serious'
The ever-impressive Tanya George has returned with the music video for her latest single, the bold 'Serious.'
Features / Music
The Vasco Era at the Northcote Social Club
20 Iconic Northcote Social Club Sets That Still Get Talked About
As the Northcote Social Club celebrates 20 years, Venue Manager Emily Ferris has reflected the 20 iconic sets that the venue has hosted that are still talked about to this day.