From alt-country to hyperpop and dream-rock, there’s a little bit of everything in here.
Wednesday has brought us, and you, plenty of listening gifts.
Here are our top picks for today, including The Darling Hearts, The Halves, KEENS, and plenty more stand out tracks.
The Darling Hearts – ‘here’
An absolute standout track from the Sydney duo (and friends). Warm and soulful indie-folk/ alt-country with a fantastic twang that can be likened to acts such as Big Thief and Kurt Vile.
The Halves – ‘Grace’
This is the type of track you’re going to want to tune in to before the Melbourne band blows up… calling it now. A fantastic indie-rock/ punk track.
KEENS – ‘Secrets’
With her equally powerful voice and song-writing abilities, the NSW artist crafts an anthemic track.
Kakia – ‘Incinerate’
A black metal track forged in the depths of Melbourne. Crushing, chaotic, and raw.
Catlea – ‘Someone’s Got To’
A heartfelt, folky and introspective track about loving yourself from the London-based indie pop musician. This one hits hard when you’re in your feels.
Cooper Woods – ‘Getaway’
Indie-pop hailing from Perth, super danceable, and a very fun chorus.
The Empty Heads – ‘Generation Failure’
Punk rock from Adelaide, I feel like I just got Weezered and I love it. So good.
Peter Martin, Rk Guilt – ‘Now & then’
A super dreamy track with powerful vocals, merging atmospheric, ambient and classic alternative indie sounds.
Spinning Lights – ‘Nasty red X’s’
Major Bloc Party vibes from the Wellington-based indie grunge/ post-punk band on this track. Definitely chuck it a listen.
Hot Rod Death Toll – ‘The Wash’
Some fuzzy, gothic, indie-rock to bless your ears with.
kennydubone – ‘TALK’
Self-produced electronica coming out of NZ, blending hyper-pop with underground rap, and featuring some samples you may recognise very well. 2hollis fans you know what to do.
Noah Parcey – ‘Soul2U’
Experimental, psychedelic, indie, coming out of Adelaide, this one checks all the boxes.
Savannah Campbell – ‘Flyin’ Dirty’
The type of indie/ alt country/ western tune that will stand the test of time. Charmingly addictive.
Shy Plant – ‘Days Gone’
A wonderful dream-pop track from the London band. Super lush.
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