This week in Australian music: Hilltop Hoods drop a nostalgia-filled video, Delta Goodrem hits Nashville for songwriting sessions, and Matthew Ifield channels classic crooner energy. Dive into all the headlines from tomorrow’s stacked episode of ARIA AMPLIFIED below.
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Dom Dolla’s Tokyo takeover
Dom Dolla has dropped his latest track Dreamin’, featuring Daya, with a cinematic music video shot in Tokyo. His Super Bowl rooftop party in New Orleans also made waves, with local police stepping in to “shut it down.”
Hilltop Hoods return with The Gift
The Hilltop Hoods are back, dropping The Gift featuring Marlon: the first taste of their upcoming album. The music video is packed with nostalgia, setting the tone for what’s to come.
Meet Matthew Ifield, Australia’s new crooner
Introducing Matthew Ifield, an Aussie singer bringing Elvis energy to 2025. His new single Ready for Love comes with a stunning music video, shot in South Korea during the country’s biggest snowfall in 117 years.
Australia welcomes Brat Summer
Charli XCX has officially brought Brat Summer to Australia, tearing up stages at Laneway Festival alongside local acts Rona, Skegss, and rising stars Girl and Girl. No sightings of Troye Sivan just yet.
Party in the Paddock delivers big moments
Tasmania’s Party in the Paddock saw Thelma Plum, The Dreggs, and meme lord Oliver Tree light up the weekend. Oliver declared himself “born in Tasmania,” a claim that remains unverified. Meanwhile, Sycco made a surprise appearance, fresh from supporting Remi Wolf on her Big Ideas tour.
Mallrat set to open for Kylie Minogue
Mallrat has been announced as the support act for Kylie Minogue’s Tension tour, which kicks off in Perth this weekend.
Dixie and Snoop Dogg drop a Crackin’ track
Aussie DJ Dixie has teamed up with Snoop Dogg for Crackin’ Like Dat. Fun fact: Dixie drives a DeLorean. Yes, the Back to the Future car.
Tash Sultana sells out Red Rocks (again!)
Loop master Tash Sultana has dropped a new single, Milk & Honey, written in just an hour. Meanwhile, their Red Rocks show in the US sold out in mere minutes.
Delta Goodrem’s Nashville deep dive
Delta Goodrem is in full creative mode, spending time in Nashville writing new music. Fans can also catch her next month in Fiji for a week of intimate beachfront gigs, alongside Xavier Rudd and The Teskey Brothers.
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