40th Parallel are such an awesome band. 

Having been earmarked as one for the future so early into their career, Tear Drive are ready to push past the lofty expectations set by their launch into the Meanjin scene.

Though cliche, their music is very, very hard to box or label. It’s high paced, maniacal, and entertaining above all.

We caught up with frontman Aidan to talk through the album track-by-track, but not before diving into the why behind it all—where that cover came from, what it means to write about love (again and again), and why cringe is not just unavoidable, but maybe even essential.

Like a power ranger wearing a stetson and swinging lazily in a hammock, Fungas are always one eye open. It’s strange. It’s staunch. It’s groovy. It’s good.

On Speaking Terms, their second EP, the Meanjin-based four-piece lean into discomfort—emotional, sonic, and everything in between

In Bundjalung land (Northern Rivers), a DIY groundswell is gaining traction, led in part by The Messy Fuzz—an independent booking initiative run by creative powerhouse Alessandra Salviani. What started as a spontaneous show at The Northern in Byron Bay has quickly evolved into a full-blown grassroots music platform, booking eclectic lineups, throwing multi-band mini fests, and building space for community connection in a scene that’s often overlooked.

You won’t always “get it,” but maybe that’s the point. Maybe, misunderstanding is the most honest way to understand it. dust aren’t here to be pinned down, they’re just here to make music—and it’s really fucking good.

Jeremy Sankey breaks down lyrics of Special Features recent release 'Che Guevara T-Shirt'

Born in a dorm room and named after a Melbourne Cup winner, media puzzle is Tom’s sonic speedrun through egg punk, synth slap, and post-ironic sincerity.

From the DIY days of The Hanger and The Waiting Room to three full-length records and countless shows, Tape/Off have become elder statesmen of Brisbane’s underground — if such a thing exists. Their latest album ‘Fort Sensible’ is a product of their years together: brash and intelligent, restrained and emotional, political without posturing, and fiercely rooted in the strange, specific urban sprawl of Brisbane.

This interview with Jordan will give you a behind the scenes peak at 4zzz's star interviewer - meta, I know.

Mt. Nadir's latest single ‘HEROWORSHIP’ is a study in familial devotion—tender, fierce, and unwavering.

A frenzy of erotica, reggaeton and unabashed confidence spliced with production seldom heard in Australian music.  

Instrumentally they are noisy, at times chaotic, and at all times idiosyncratic. Yet, vocally, the band saunter more than they run.

Now seven years removed from her first single, Geneve has become an ornament of Western Australian music.

DIAL are a moreish balance of guitar-rock fervour, bluesy percolation and shoegaze intelligence

There’s an abstract quality to their music, something intangible that you can’t help but be enamoured by. 

Black Dog Cat Band are a relatable soundtrack for the innocence of running towards joy all while the “black dog” is on your tail. 

The music of Satin Soul enjoys the journey, regardless of the destination.