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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
Kisschasy
Kisschasy Announce 2025 'Hymns For The New Believers' Tour
"As a band we are tighter and more focused than we’ve ever been, and these shows will be proof of that."
Features / Music
Royel Otis
This Year’s Hottest 100 Is The Worst Result For Aussies In Almost Three Decades, So What Can We Do?
As triple j's Hottest 100 experiences its worst showing for Aussie acts in years, it's time to try and work out where the problem lies, and what can be done to fix it.
News / Music
Chappell Roan
Chappell Roan Takes Out Triple J's Hottest 100 Of 2024
As Chappell Roan effortlessly takes out this year's Hottest 100 countdown for the first time, both Billie Eilish and Charli XCX collectively smashed an impressive record.
News / Music
Dallas Frasca
Dallas Frasca, Minnie Marks, And More Line Up For 2025 Melbourne Guitar Show
“We want people to be excited about playing music, in particular playing the guitar, that’s the way it should be."
Industry / News
MUDRAT
MUDRAT Announces Signing With Select Music Booking Agency
The year of the rat keeps on delivering, with MUDRAT's signing to Select Music Booking Agency serving as a sign of what's to come for the rising artist.
Features / Music
Polyester Records' CBD Location
Six Melbourne Record Stores That Have Been Lost To Time
Melbourne might be a vibrant music city, but let's revisit some of the beloved record stores that are no longer with us.
News / Music
Marlon Williams
Marlon Williams Details First Māori Language Album, 'Te Whare Tīwekaweka'
After years in the works, Marlon Williams has announced his first studio album sung in his ancestral tongue.
News / Music
Press Club
Press Club Announce New Album, 'To All The Ones That I Love'
Press Club are getting ready to release album number four this May, sharing two singles – 'Tightrope' and 'Vacate' – alongside its announcement today.
News / Music
Trash Cult
Bendigo's Trash Cult Calls For Fan Support Following Months Of Red Tape
For most of 2024, Bendigo's Trash Cult have fought red tape related to their hosting of live music. Now, they're calling on you for support.
Features / Interviews
Peter Garrett
'It’s Exciting To Be Able To Do The Same Thing In A Different Way': Peter Garrett On The Joy Of Playing Live
As Peter Garrett gets ready to perform at Twilight At Taronga with his band The Alter Egos, he chats about his latest studio album and what he loves about live shows.
News / Music
Janet English Sitting For A Portrait
Spiderbait's Janet English To Open New 'Devoted To You' Exhibition
The 'Devoted To You' exhibition opens next month thanks to Arts Project Australia – a world-renowned studio and gallery that represents and supports artists with intellectual disabilities.
News / Music
Skyhooks
Skyhooks Reissue 'Living In The 70's' For 50th Anniversary Celebration
“'Living In The 70's' is more than just an album; it’s a time capsule of a pivotal era in Australian history,” says producer Ross Wilson.