This week in Australian music: Kylie Minogue lights up NYC, Michael Clifford launches his solo era, and ARIA Collab returns with more heavy-hitting partnerships. Dive into all the headlines from tomorrow’s stacked episode of ARIA AMPLIFIED below.
Kylie Minogue lights up New York
Kylie Minogue has performed two sold-out shows at Madison Square Garden. To mark the occasion, the Empire State Building lit up in her honour: solidifying her Queen of Pop status once again.
Grentperez tops the ARIA Australian Albums Chart
A huge congrats to Grentperez, whose debut album Backflips in a Restaurant has topped the ARIA Australian Albums Chart and hit #3 on the main chart. He’s been signing copies for fans and even one for a goldfish, who made it home safely.
Michael Clifford launches solo project
5 Seconds of Summer’s Michael Clifford has released his debut solo single Cool, co-written with bandmate Calum Hood. He also opened up in a new episode of Joel Madden’s Artist Friendly podcast.
Jessica Mauboy announces festival dates
Jessica Mauboy is set to appear at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival in June and Airlie Beach Festival of Music in November. She’s also been busy launching her new beauty brand while enjoying new mum life.
The Veronicas and Tones and I join Cyndi Lauper
The Veronicas are joining Cyndi Lauper on her Australian tour, with Adelaide on the itinerary. In Melbourne, fans were treated to a surprise duet between Tones and I and Cyndi herself, followed by heartfelt praise from the music icon.
ARIA Collab returns with Grammy-nominated Tommy Brown
ARIA’s hit-making Collab initiative is back, with Grammy-nominated U.S. producer Tommy Brown in Sydney. He’s teamed up with Yorke, ASHWARYA, Tentendo, CHAII, and Charley in studio sessions aimed at developing new global hits.
New music video drops from Mallrat, Cody Jon, and more
Mallrat has released the official video for Hideaway, while Cody Jon has fans speculating over who his new track M2M might be about. Eddie Benjamin (a.k.a. Justin Bieber’s bestie) has dropped a video for Run, and Kobie Dee has teamed up with Hellcat Speedracer for their collab Jump.
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