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

Lukas Murphy, Journalist

Reviews / Live
Live Review: All Our Exes Live In Texas
"The whereabouts of the charismatic teacher-turned-vocalist and guitarist remains uncertain."
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Album Review: Matt Stillert - Shoe Boycotter
"Deeply set in older or traditional genres, yet new and enlightening in the same moment."
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Album Review: The Wainwright Sisters - Songs In The Dark
"Lullabies, lullabies and more lullabies."
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Album Review: Harry Connick Jr. - That Would Be Me
"Rife with classic song writing, expert instrumentation and carefully thought out arrangement."
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Album Review: Don Henley - Cass Country
"A gentle, weary and morose effort, not entirely without the occasional upbeat number."
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Album Review: Marshall Okell - Sipping On Rocket Fuel
"He pulls out track after track of powerful, heartfelt and honest music."
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Album Review: Gallie - The Occuquan River
"For an independent musician to receive acclaim for their songwriting from... Tom Waits is something to write home about."
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Album Review: Thirsty Merc - Shifting Gears
"The group unapologetically sticks to their guns."
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Album Review: Tommy Emmanuel - It's Never Too Late
"Emmanuel once again sets an example for every aspiring guitarist to strive towards."
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Album Review: Joss Stone Water For Your Soul
"There is no real ingenuity or innovation to it."
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Album Review: Tired Lion - Figurine
"A refreshingly modern vibe to a well-established genre."
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Album Review: Helen Shanahan - Finding Gold
"And just like a wholesome meal, Shanahan’s heart-warming Extended Play is good for body and soul and highly recommended."
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