This week in Australian music: Baker Boy is back with fresh music, Kita Alexander delivers a feel-good anthem, and The Kid Laroi hits a massive streaming milestone. Dive into all the headlines from tomorrow’s stacked episode of ARIA AMPLIFIED below.
Kylie Minogue wins over King Charles
King Charles has officially declared himself a fan of Kylie Minogue, whose Tension World Tour has moved to Asia after an incredible run of 10 shows in Australia. Next month, she’ll head to the U.S., including a stop at Madison Square Garden.
Meanwhile, Dom Dolla just wrapped two massive shows at the iconic New York venue. Ahead of the gigs, he was spotted courtside at an NBA game alongside Solomun and 50 Cent.
Sia and David Guetta finally drop Beautiful People
Sia and David Guetta’s highly anticipated track Beautiful People has finally arrived—12 years after Guetta first teased it in a live set back in 2013.
Kita Alexander drops a summery new single
Kita Alexander has released Press Pause, a sun-soaked song about supporting your loved ones. She also took to TikTok to share exciting touring news with fans.
The Kid Laroi surpasses 13 billion streams
The Kid Laroi continues his global domination, reaching 13 billion streams across his Spotify credits. His latest track I Know Love, featuring Tate McRae, is proving to be a standout.
Baker Boy’s new single and ARIA Collab project
Baker Boy’s brand-new track Peacekeeper drops this Thursday. He’s also been part of ARIA Collab, working alongside Canadian super-producer WondaGurl, as well as ONEFOUR, Becca Hatch, Gold Fang, and Pania.
Festival season heats up in the Northern Hemisphere
In the US, SXSW has kicked off with Aussie acts like Vv Pete, Dope Lemon, and Joan & The Giants in the mix. Meanwhile, the Glastonbury 2025 lineup has landed, with Amyl and the Sniffers, Royel Otis, Glass Beams, and Parcels all set to rep Australia.
Doechii’s Gotye-inspired track
Doechii has released her highly anticipated single Anxiety, which features a sample that Aussie fans will instantly recognize: Gotye’s Somebody That I Used to Know.
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