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.

Industry / News
Jaddan Comerford & Rachel Kelly
Community Music Names Rachel Kelly As General Manager Of New Publishing And Sync Offering
“When it comes to making career moves, my philosophy is simple: surround yourself with good people and great music,” says Rachel Kelly.
Industry / Feature
Emily Wurramara, Miss Kaninna & Jem Cassar-Daley
'Dig Deep And Uncover The Truth': APRA’s Emerging Songwriter Of The Year Nominees Reflect On Their Biggest Lessons
Ahead of this year's APRA Awards, we spoke to three of the Emerging Songwriter Of The Year nominees – Miss Kaninna, Emily Wurramara, and Jem Cassar-Daley – about the most important thing they've learned about songwriting.
Industry / News
Kristina Hood & Antony Attridge of Sensible Antixx
Sensible Antixx Announce New Independent Record Label
"Music is evolving, and this label is our way of owning that shift and leading it.”
Industry / Feature
Chris Carey
‘Seeing The Wood From The Trees Is The Starting Point’: Music Strategist Chris Carey On The Big Questions Behind Bigger Answers
From decoding Australia’s position in the global industry to suggesting higher prices could ‘fix’ streaming, music strategist Chris Carey is the man with the answers, though the questions are just as key.
Industry / Feature
AAM Awards Nominees Simone Ubaldi, Andrew Klippel & Jacqueline Thomas-Piccardi
'You’re Competing With Literally The Entire World': The AAM Awards' Manager Of The Year Nominees On The Aussie Music Industry
This year's nominees for the 2025 AAM Awards' Manager Of The Year category share their opinions on hard-hitting issues facing the Aussie music industry.
News / Music
Bakers Eddy
Bakers Eddy Share New Single 'Dust On My Brain' From Forthcoming EP
"'Dust On My Brain' comes from a feeling of having the walls close in around you, and being trapped in self destructive cycles."
Culture / Event
Questival
Culture Jam To Host Final Questival Event
“Like many events, rising costs and last-minute sales have made the past two years harder than ever,” organisers explain.
News / Music
The Whitlams
The Whitlams Add Second Show With Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
The Whitlams' upcoming show with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has expanded to a two-night affair.
Industry / News
Mick Mazzone
Industry Legend Mick Mazzone Passes Away
“It is impossible to convey the shock and grief we are feeling right now," the Hoodoo Gurus said in a statement.
Industry / News
Chris Carey & Christen Cornell
VMDO To Shine A Spotlight On Industry Trends With Inaugural Music Data And Insights Summit
“The VMDO is pleased to present our new summit and know it will be a thought-provoking and illuminating catalyst for new ideas to inspire and inform music professionals, academics, governments and others."
News / Music
Private Function
Private Function Preview Upcoming Album With New Single, 'Koala'
As Private Function ready the release of their fourth album, they've delivered a sonic left-turn with new single, the singalong-ready 'Koala.'
Industry / News
Music Victoria Awards
Music Victoria Announce Suspension Of 2025 Awards
“We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we evolve through these changes," said CEO Fiona Duncan.
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