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Oliver Cronin Releases Long-Distance Love Song, “7500 Miles”

As someone who lived through a long-distance relationship while dating my now-husband, I’m relating hard to Oliver Cronin’s new single “7500 Miles.” It’s a romantic pop ditty that eloquently expresses the frustration of being so far from the one you love.

“I wrote ‘7500 Miles’ whilst on a writing trip in LA,” Oliver recalled. “The last two years of my life has seen my music take me all around the world. Don’t get me wrong, it’s been an absolute privilege, but I found myself missing home a lot more than I expected. I got married last year in February and then two weeks later was on tour in Europe for a month. After Europe, I went straight to LA to work on new music, which birthed this song. All I could think about was going home to my wife and so naturally that’s what we wrote about. 7500 miles is the distance between Sydney and LA. This is for anyone who has been apart from someone they love for an extended period of time; long distance isn’t easy, but it sure does make the heart grow fonder.”

“7500 Miles” comes from Oliver’s new EP Lost on the Way to Paradise, which drops on Friday, July 17. Oliver will give fans a sneaky early listen to his new tracks when he plays Urban Alley Brewery in Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong Country/Chadstone on July 4.

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Tig Embraces Her Inner Rock Star With “Alice Says”

If you’re needing an emotional reset as we edge towards the weekend, take a moment and press play on “Alice Says,” the latest single from Bunurong/Mornington Peninsula-based singer-songwriter Tig. We’re used to hearing dreamy, folky music from Tig, but this one has a whole lot more edge. This punk-rock number was inspired by an imagined dialogue Tig had with her inner critic.

“For a long time, I felt like there were two different radio stations turned up to the max in my mind, and I didn’t know which one to tune out,” Tig explained. “One part of me desperately wanted to make music and live creatively, and the other part was constantly trying to protect me from failure and vulnerability. At a point when the internal noise was becoming too much, I wrote this song to try and drown it out. It was my way of yelling back, but also trying to understand what was driving the fearful voice.”

“Alice Says” is the second single lifted from a larger body of work Tig plans to release later this year. You might get a sneaky listen of more new material if you catch her supporting Kim Churchill tomorrow at Brunswick Ballroom.

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Mat Rigby Drops Personal New Single, “Holdin’ On To You”

Naarm/Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Mat Rigby is wearing his heart on his sleeve with his debut single “Holdin’ On To You.” At first listen this folky track sounds like a song about his own lost love, but he was actually inspired by the breakdown of his parents’ marriage.   

“The song’s about me navigating my parents’ separation, ‘Holdin’ On To’ a past version of me and my family,” Mat shared.

“Holdin’ On To You” is the first of many releases Mat has planned for 2026. You can hear some of his other originals when he launches this single at Wesley Anne in Wurundjeri-willam Country/Northcote on June 25.

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Tilly Fenton Drops Crowdpleasing New Pop Gem, “I Just Wanna Kiss You”

On a gloomy NSW day, Tilly Fenton is bringing the sunshine with her poppy new single “I Just Wanna Kiss You.” This catchy bop captures the exhilaration and passion of a new love.

“It’s rooted in those small, in between moments where everything feels light, but there’s this quiet urgency underneath it.. like wanting to show someone you’re in it for real, before the moment slips away,” Tilly explained.

I’m here for the ‘90s-inspired music video which features some of Tilly’s nearest and dearest.

“From the beginning, I knew I wanted this video to have my friends in it, because it feels like a song I would sing and dance along to with my girlfriends on a night out,” Tilly said. “Then director Michelle Pitiris came on board to bring the concept to life even further and that is where we leant into a more narrative-free approach, capturing the carefree candid moments between my friends and I. We intertwined that with some more intimate shots that reflect the vulnerability of the song.”

In the 24 hours after “I Just Wanna Kiss You” debuted on Home & Hosed, the triple j textline received more than 800 texts about the single. People love it, so it might just be the one to put this Naarm/Melbourne-based talent on the map.

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Ashanti Announces Aussie Return

Noughties R&B icon Ashanti is heading back to Australia this November. If you caught her on her 2022 tour, you know these shows shouldn’t be missed.

Ashanti is one of those artists with a body of work that’s much larger than you think. I’ve got down a bit of a Spotify rabbit hole and been surprised to realise just how many of her songs I know. “Always on Time,” “What’s Luv?” and “Foolish” are just three reasons these shows will go off.

“Australia and New Zealand has always shown me so much love, and I’m so excited to be coming back this coming fall for my ‘Rock Wit U’ tour!” Ashanti enthused. “The energy, the fans, the memories — it’s always so amazing. I can’t wait to Rock with you all! Australia and New Zealand get ready… we’re going to have a blast together!”

Tickets for Ashanti’s upcoming Aussie shows are on sale now from the links below:

9 November 2026 – Riverside Theatre, Boorloo/Perth
11 November 2026 – Fortitude Music Hall, Meeanjin/Brisbane
13 November 2026 – TikTok Arena, Eora/Sydney
14 November 2026 – Margaret Court Arena, Naarm/Melbourne

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THERADIOMUSICOLA and Mystery Singer Slay With “‘Cos We’re Girls”

Naarm/Melbourne-based creative and producer THERADIOMUSICOLA delivers the burst of energy we all need this morning with “Cos We’re Girls.” The track has an infectious pop-rock sound anchored by killer vocals from an unidentified female talent.

“I just want to acknowledge the incredible vocal performances on this track,” THERADIOMUSICOLA enthused. “It was a total blast in the studio working with this Australian-based singer! We were both so ‘intune’ with the track, that the vocals went down in record time – and there’s lots of them. This singer is an Artist in her own right and has chosen to stay anonymous at this point. This may change in the future as we are still collaborating. In the meantime, just enjoy that vocal delivery!”

Consider me intrigued! THERADIOMUSICOLA has extensive industry experience performing alongside quality vocalists like Bonnie Anderson and Rhys Tolhurst, but this is his first solo release. I’m already hooked and looking forward to hearing a lot more.

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Mark Wilkinson Releases Unifying New Single, “Human Beings”

Mark Wilkinson may be one of the country’s most under-appreciated songwriters. He’s been releasing incredible music for 15 years, yet most people don’t know his name. If you’re in the dark, make sure you don’t miss his latest single, “Human Beings.” It’s a timely release that aims to remind listeners of our capacity for connection in a world that feels so divided.

“This song is a recognition that as human beings we share a universal bond despite our varied cultural and religious backgrounds,” Mark said. “It’s a song about connection, empathy, and hope.”

“Human Beings” comes from Mark’s new EP Love and Loss, which drops on July 31. He’ll celebrate its release with headlining shows featuring Glenn Hopper on keys and dates supporting Katie Noonan.

10 July 2026 – Old Museum Concert Hall, Meeanjin/Brisbane (supporting Katie Noonan)
16 July 2026 – The Rechabite, Boorloo/Perth (supporting Katie Noonan)
17 July 2026 – Camelot Arts Club, Boorloo/Mosman Park (supporting Katie Noonan)
23 July 2026 – Avoca Beach Theatre, Darkinjung Country/Avoca Beach
24 July 2026 – The Estate Camden, Benkennie/Camden
30 July 2026 – The Gov, Tarntanya/Adelaide (supporting Katie Noonan)
1 August 2026 – Melbourne Recital Hall, Naarm/Melbourne (supporting Katie Noonan)
6 August 2026 – The Vanguard, Eora/Sydney
7 August 2026 – The Baroque Room @ Carrington Hotel, Gundungurra and Darug Country/Katoomba

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Joe Mungovan Releases Pop Gem, “Melodrama”

Joe Mungovan channels a classic Brit Pop sound with his cool new single, “Melodrama.” Its clever lyrics explore the contemporary capitalist culture, where it often feels like humanity is in short supply.

“I think ‘Melodrama’ came from feeling overwhelmed by the world and how performative everything can feel now,” Joe admitted. “Everyone’s chasing something, selling something, escaping into something… but underneath all of that, I still think people just want to connect and feel loved. The song’s kind of sarcastic and cynical on the surface, but there’s also this genuine message in there of ‘be kind and good to one another,’ because at the end of the day, that’s really the only thing that cuts through all the nonsense.”

Joe has had a massive 12 months, clocking up 1.6 million views for his grassroots Cowchella video, headlining three national tours, and supporting top acts like The Vanns, Ben Lee, The Rubens, and Katy Steele. So what’s next? Give him a follow on Instagram to find out first!

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Jake Davey Releases Emotional New Single, “No Good For Me”

Country music is always known for its authenticity, and they don’t get much more honest than our own Jake Davey. You can feel the truth in every word of his latest country-pop ballad, “No Good For Me.”

“’No Good for Me’ focuses on the tension of wanting something you know you should walk away from but never quite can,” Jake explained of the song he cowrote in Nashville with Tyler Bank. “The song explores that push and pull between clarity and blurred lines, where doing the right thing feels simple in theory, but impossible in practice.”

While its words matter, every note on this track has clear intention. Jake produced, mastered, and mixed “No Good For Me,” and surrounded himself with high-quality musicians. You can hear Travis Toy on pedal steel, Alex Wright on keys, Jackson James on guitars, and Rhys Zacher on drums.

“Starting with a raw, intimate foundation, each layer was carefully added to elevate the emotion of the song,” Jake said. “The result is a cohesive, dynamic song that feels both grounded and forward-leaning. It’s a fresh take on country pop, shaped by collaboration and designed to bring the story to life in a way that hits with both subtlety and impact.”

Jake is currently spending some time writing new songs in the United States, but hopefully he’ll be back with some new Aussie shows before we know it.

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Daezy Reminds Us It’s Still the Season For a “Hot Girl Summer”

Former AFLW player Daisy Bateman is enjoying the next chapter of her life as the frontwoman of Naarm/Melbourne indie act Daezy. Their angsty new single “Hot Girl Summer” is the perfect counterpoint to those breezy pop singles released in the summer months. Written during a heavy period, it’s an anthem for being resilient during life’s challenges.

“‘Hot Girl Summer’ came from a really strange, heavy moment in my life where everything felt like it was falling apart at once,” Daisy explained. “I was on the phone to a friend while driving to Jackson’s [Raeburn, guitarist] place and we were both talking about losing our jobs, feeling completely lost. Then she said: ‘at least we’re still two hot girls in the summer.’ It completely broke the tension. I actually laughed. That line stuck with me because it felt so honest. Everything was objectively not okay, but we were still trying to find light in it. As soon as I got to Jackson’s, we both knew: ‘that’s the song.’ It became about that contrast – when your world is kind of collapsing, but you’re still showing up, smiling and trying to believe things will turn around.”

Whatever you’re going through, crank this one up and I swear it’ll make things feel better!

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