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Western Australia · Western AustraliaThe Last Dinner Party have released ‘Second Best’, the latest glimpse into their forthcoming album From The Pyre, set for release on 17 October 2025. Written by guitarist Emily Roberts, the track takes its cues from the angular art-pop of Sparks, pairing sharp melodic hooks with raw self-reflection on heartbreak, obsession, and self-worth.
Roberts describes ‘Second Best’ as “about the push and pull of being obsessed with someone but knowing the…See the Story
Track: The Last Dinner Party share new single ‘Second Best’ ahead of From The Pyre

Sydney, Australia · SydneyVirginia-born, LA-based songwriter Kate Bollinger will make her long-awaited Australian debut this January, with headline shows locked in for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. Having shared stages with Faye Webster, Tennis and Devendra Banhart, Bollinger has become known for her warm, intimate live shows that blur indie pop, folk and psych-rock. Her acclaimed debut album Songs From A Thousand Frames of Mind (Ghostly International, 2024) ear…See the Story
News: Kate Bollinger sets first Australian & NZ tour for January 2026

Music Video · LondonMarsha Swanson, the progressive pop artist celebrated for her evocative storytelling and innovative sound, has released the music video for her latest single, ‘Generational Transmission’. Known for drawing inspiration from artists such as Sting, Peter Gabriel, Fiona Apple, and Carole King, Swanson has crafted a work that intertwines memory, identity, and familial legacy in both sonic and visual form. ‘Generational Transmission’ delves into the w…See the Story