Orlan
Band | Solo | Alternative | Art-Rock | Indie | Grunge
I am Orlan, an emerging artist in the Meanjin music scene. My commitment to expressing my emotions in their purest form is the core of my songwriting, and it is for this reason I struggle to label my music under a particular genre. What you can expect is a highly dynamic performance that will range from explosive and intense to soft and intimate.
Most of my songs explore heavier themes as I am often compelled to write about the darkness I see in myself and the world. I aim to bring a sense of vulnerability and catharsis to my performances that is both healing to me and impactful to my audience. I hope that when people listen to my music, they can feel my authenticity and explore all the sounds I have to offer.
My sound has been heavily inspired by bands like Radiohead, Pink Floyd and Ben Howard, but the musical language that I speak has been influenced by every single song I have ever listened to. I perform my music both as an acoustic act and with a full piece band.
Most of my songs explore heavier themes as I am often compelled to write about the darkness I see in myself and the world. I aim to bring a sense of vulnerability and catharsis to my performances that is both healing to me and impactful to my audience. I hope that when people listen to my music, they can feel my authenticity and explore all the sounds I have to offer.
My sound has been heavily inspired by bands like Radiohead, Pink Floyd and Ben Howard, but the musical language that I speak has been influenced by every single song I have ever listened to. I perform my music both as an acoustic act and with a full piece band.
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Hati
Solo | Band | RnB | Jazz | Folk
She has developed a sound that is both intimate and expansive, drawing inspiration from artists such as Erykah Badu, King Krule, Lauryn Hill, Joy Crookes, and Willow.
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Jorja B
Band | Solo | Pop | Pop-Rock | Acoustic
Band | Solo | Pop | Pop-Rock | Acoustic
From performing in the mirror to beloved Brisbane venues like The Triffid and The Brightside, Jorja aligns emotive lyricism with bubbly melodies to create stories of growth, self-discovery and self-love.
Kristen Grace
Solo | Pop | Acoustic-Pop | Folk
Kristen Grace is an acoustic pop singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in expressive guitar and piano driven ballads, shaped by emotion and honesty. With warm melodies and intimate soundscapes, her songs invite listeners into moments that feel both deeply personal and widely relatable.
Inspired by artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan, Lizzy McAlpine, and Gracie Abrams, Kristen’s music blends confessional lyricism with stripped-back, acoustic arrangements that emphasize emotional connection. Through her music, Kristen Grace creates a space where vulnerability feels safe, and where listeners can find pieces of their own stories reflected in her songs.
Inspired by artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan, Lizzy McAlpine, and Gracie Abrams, Kristen’s music blends confessional lyricism with stripped-back, acoustic arrangements that emphasize emotional connection. Through her music, Kristen Grace creates a space where vulnerability feels safe, and where listeners can find pieces of their own stories reflected in her songs.
The Graveyard Club
Band | Alt Rock | Grunge | Nu Metal
With a viscous alt-rock sound and a wide variety of inspirations the band uses their music to tackle social issues as well as universal human experiences.
Red Hill
Band | Alt Rock | Grunge | Nu Metal
Formed in 2022, the band has a strong focus on collaborative songwriting, telling stories about relationships, self-love, and personal growth through relatable lyricism and blissful four-part harmonies. Captivating audiences with their authentic stage presence, Red Hill has already shared line-up spots with local indie scene favourites such as Voiid and Platonic Sex.
20th Century Boy
Band | Post-Punk | Indie-Rock | Punk-Rock
They’re often silly, they’re often sincere - and they mean every word, even when they don’t. No two songs in the set sound alike - and yet they all sound like 20th Century Boy.
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Tawa Drive
Band | Dream-Pop | Indie-Rock
Inspired by artists such as The Postal Service, Alvvays, and M83, Scrimgeour, joined by bassist/vocalist Samara Nilsen, drummer Will FitzGerald, and guitarist Damian Broodryk, seeks to create whole worlds within songs, with atmospheric depth building into soaring crescendos, and communicate personal stories of mental health and growing older.
Phoebe Purtill
Solo | Pop | Indie-pop | Soul
In 2024 her song "What if it Rains" was a semi finalist in The Songwriting Prize and her song "Burn Out" won ASME's Young Composer Competition Tertiary category. She is a featured performer for Celestial Events and teaches piano at Tarragindi Music Studios.
Phoebe is in her third year of a Bachelor of Fine Arts Music at QUT. She is also a vocalist in two local emerging bands: The Contraband and Nomads. She is currently working on her fourth self produced album, Escape Artist.
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Cardboard Cutouts
Band | Alt-Rock | Emo
Hailing from regional Queensland, Cardboard Cutouts brings their overly honest songwriting to every track, showcasing a hard-hitting blend of modern rock infused with a diverse array of genres, featuring tasty bass lines, melodic guitars, and intricate drumming. Frontman Eliot Argus’s distinct Australian vocal delivery anchors their innovative yet nostalgic sound, bringing a fresh energy to the alternative rock genre.
Over the past five years, the band has evolved from performing at school events to nationally touring their debut album 'Politics & Footy Tips'. They have also shared stages with renowned national and international acts such as Phil Jamieson (Grinspoon), Suzi, Origami Angel, Michael Cera Palin, Lazy Ghost, Surf Trash and Concrete Surfers. They also had the honour of opening for Greta Stanley and Vera Blue at Toowoomba’s 2022 Food Flower and Wine Festival.
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