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Torn From Hope are a newly formed modern metalcore band from Brisbane. There is definitely something in those Queensland waters, because Torn From Hope deliver sheer and relentless brutality with ease and authenticity with “Lights Out”. This aggression serves as a backdrop to raw and honest lyricism that demonstrate Torn From Hope’s core mission to give a voice to those fighting battles that often go unseen. "Lights Out" is unapologetically heavy right from the very first not

Brisbane based post-punk six piece My Friend Chloe are back in 2026, with a mesmerising new track that explores the very idea of what it means to grieve. Described by the band as “post-punk for the dance floor”, 'Grief' is like if The Prodigy travelled back in time to the 70’s for song inspo. Taking listeners through a psychedelic post-punk haze, a hypnotic bassline is layered with dual floating synths and distorted guitars that weave into the sonic texture. The vocals in thi

BIGSOUND is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026! If you're wondering what BIGSOUND is, it's one of Australia's biggest weeks in music and one of the largest music industry events in the Southern Hemisphere. Produced by QMusic, Queensland's not-for-profit music industry peak body, the event has called Magandjin (Brisbane) home for the past 25 years, connecting artists with the people who help shape their careers. Across four days and three nights, BIGSOUND delivers artist

Looking for a brand new heartbreaking emo track to add to your playlists? Brisbane alternative-rock quartet Garden Eyes have you covered with their newest single ‘Contest’ ; a stripped-back love song expressing the heart-wrenching reality of loving someone through their struggles with mental health and depression. Having just been released on the 17th, you definitely do not want to sleep on this one! Being Garden Eyes’ second release of 2026, following their previous single

Haunting female-fronted alt-metal band Twisted Lullaby have just dropped a blood-chilling new single, and it is definitely their darkest song yet. ‘Murder Me’ is thematically harrowing, told from the perspective of a man who brutally murders his lover. Through powerful lilting vocals, lead singer Shay conveys the sheer horror and despair of this story. maintaining a late 90’s/early 2000’s nu-metal vibe and sound, ' Murder Me' features heavy chugging riffs and adrenaline in

Refreshed, explosive, and powerful Grizzlyshark’s latest track, ‘Desire’ (released March 6th), brings a burning and bright energy that will be sure to impress fans of the band. Brisbane's emo hardcore band Grizzlyshark’s exciting new line up has delivered a track full of edge, grit, and a tinge of playful energy that keeps the songs momentum pumping throughout. It can be difficult for a band to come back swinging after a series of member changes but Grizzlyshark have managed