The Phosphenes
Hailing from the humble town of Caboolture, The Phosphenes put the power in power trio, serving a delicious blend of punk, power pop, and garage grunge.
Since 2022, The Phosphenes have painted themselves all over the South East Queensland scene. From pubs, clubs, festivals, or even skate parks, the trio have been making themselves known loud and proud in the Aussie music scene.
check them out on instagram: @thephosphenes_band
Later Daze
Later Daze are a 5-piece Alternative Indie band from Brisbane’s south side. The quintet formed in early 2023, discovering a strong synergy and shared passion for writing and performing music. Blurring genre lines, Later Daze’s electrifying musical mix makes for an exciting and energetic performance. Their tight stage presence and undeniable chemistry make them a must-see act in the Brisbane music scene.
check them out on instagram: @laterdazeband_
Elsewhere
Brisbane’s Elsewhere is a female fronted 5-piece, fusing alternative rock with R&B, soul, funk and dance. The band formed at university, connecting over their shared obsession with groove. Each member’s unique style creates an inimitable blend of sound that makes up Elsewhere. Their sound pulls from influences like Fontaines D.C., Anderson .Paak, Khruangbin, Amy Winehouse and Erykah Badu creating a blend of high-energy intensity, colourful melodies and introspective lyricism.
Their first backyard gig was a packed-out success, setting the tone for a performance style that’s raw, exciting and passionate. Their live set has earnt them consistent praise for their tight musicianship, infectious energy, and standout vocal performances.
check them out on instagram: @e.lsewhere_
Shamia Lily
Shamia Lily is a 20-year-old Brisbane-based emerging pop singer and songwriter. With her first song ‘Spring’ off of her new EP ’Seasons of a Teenage Girl' out now, Shamia is writing beautiful melodies with resonating lyrics and has many songs to share with the world. Shamia finds her inspiration in the music she loves; influenced by Gracie Abrams, Maisie Peters, and Sabrina Carpenter, Shamia’s crystalline vocals and indie sound is reminiscent of Taylor Swift’s early career. Shamia has been a passionate performer since she could sing and strum and she hopes her music will resonate, support, and empower listeners!
check her out on instagram: @_shamia_lily_
Alessandro
With a voice that resonates and a style that feels fresh and nostalgic, Alessandro is ready to make waves in the indie pop/rock scene.
Raised by the sounds of ABBA and further inspired by the likes of Spacey Jane and Catfish & the Bottlemen, he started playing at 15 and never stopped.
Born and raised in Verona, and now calling Brisbane home, Alessandro continues his journey of transforming emotions into sound, hoping to create the same magic that first inspired him to pick up a guitar.
check him out on instagram: @alessandroxmusic
lui
Primarily focusing on the writing, arranging and production of pop music, lui’s work is firmly embedded within the style and culture of hyper-pop. Lui is deeply moved by nature, often referencing mother earth as a spiritual figure in his writing and blends this with his obsession of online identities and digital gore. His expansive background of the underground scene (beginning his career on Soundcloud), and expertise in a wide range of instruments and styles, provides him a compelling point of view on today’s pop landscape. Amongst the community of hyper-pop heretics in Meanjin, lui’s artistry has taken the form of extreme glitch-pop experimentalism.
check lui out on instagram: @1111luii
Wasted
Wasted first formed in June, 2023 around the songwriting of Lead Singer / Guitarist, Dustan Colliss & Lead Guitarist, James Welding. The pair eventually meeting Bassist Ryan Dockerty, the last puzzle piece in Wasted’s writing process.
Crafting an emotive & aware Shoegaze sound, the group fuses the elements of Modern Shoegaze with 90s Grunge & Psychedelica.
check them out on instagram: @wastedtheband
The Lost Heads Club
The Lost Heads Club is James Davidson. A self-taught, upcoming, underground force from Brisbane, Australia, James Davidson (The Lost Heads Club) is undoubtedly unique. By making music from home in the final years of highschool, The Lost Heads Club had a revelation, that being how music was his saving grace. Utilising music as an outlet for emotions, The Lost Heads Club portrays raw, unfiltered energy in all songs through his awkward yet, surreal voice.
He aims to comfort those who cannot be comforted and inspire musicians and teenagers alike. Formed in 2020, The Lost Heads Club has built up a catalogue of consistent releases.
check them out on instagram: @thelostheadsclub