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Laylah Baines is a young singer/songwriter from Albury NSW. Laylah performs regularly at various events and festivals including recently opening for the accomplished Sara Storer. She is a 2024 Academy of Country Music Graduate and a current scholarship recipient at the Murray Conservatorium. Laylah has a unique blend of country/folk and has a strong connection to storytelling through her own music or those of other artists.

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Indi-Lee is a up and coming teen singer songwriter based in Victoria who has performed at many venues, events, and markets. She likes to sing in the genres of indie, indie-rock and folk and also accompanies herself on guitar. Indi’s goal with her singing and songwriting is to impact people, and she is inspired by lyricists like Hozier.

Her debut single ‘Pile Of Dolls’ was written when she was 12 years old and it is based on people just throwing others away and treating them like garbage. The song is about finding your strength and not letting people treat you that way.

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Molly Rose embraces a classic sound with a fusion of Blues, Soul and Pop. New single ‘Trash Collection Day’ is a collaboration with her producer Paul Ray leaning heavily towards her Blues side telling a story of being under-appreciated and ready to kick love to the curb. It’s time to take out the trash!

Originally a free spirited girl from the mountains of the Kinglake Ranges, Molly now resides in suburbia east of Melbourne and has connected further into her music community. With an EP under her belt (written when she was just 16), a single written with Cameron Deyell (Producer for Sia), to her Soul Pop release in 2022 ‘My Groove’, Molly further explores classic roots inspired sounds as her songwriting and performance matures.


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Inspired by the comfort and happiness of Summer holidays at the beach with family, Georgia Flynn at 15 years old is navigating the ups and downs of life through her new single Waves. Georgia embraces the times of escaping to a place where you can just be yourself and have a break from the pressure of teenage social and school environments. She released her debut single ‘Beautiful To Someone’ in 2022 after taking part in the Murrindindi Shire Youth initiated ‘Dindi Sessions’, having the opportunity to work with Australian Country star Kaitlyn Thomas.

It’s a bold new direction for Georgia moving from the country sound of ‘Beautiful To Someone’ to a pop/rock track still full of melody, but more anthemic with a big catchy singalong chorus that brings in a wonderful metaphor “I don’t need to jump the waves, but I still do I can’t help it” signalling that you don’t always need to stand there and be brave in taking what comes your way.


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Grace Alexandra is a dynamic 15 year old singer-songwriter from South East Queensland, Australia. Her passion, creativity and dedication to her craft has swiftly propelled her into the limelight. Earlier this year, Grace was a semi-finalist at the prestigious Bluesfest Busking event which forms part of the long running festival held in Byron Bay. She was also invited to perform recently at the Gympie Muster Talent Search 2024. Grace’s original songs and distinct style have captivated audiences and secured her performances commissioned by Tourism and Events Queensland and with various local councils.

Deeply inspired by her First Nations heritage and experiences as a neurodivergent individual, Grace aims to empower similar young musicians with her evocative lyrics and innovative melodies. Through her artistic expressions, Grace Alexandra hopes to inspire and pave the way for the next generation of artists, continuing to break boundaries and continuing to celebrate her heritage


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Amahli Hutchins is a 15 year old singer and actor with a passion for musical theatre and the retro tunes of the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.

She performs regularly at open mics, vocal competitions and events around Melbourne and has recently discovered the joys of busking. Musical theatre is her first love, however Amahli is a versatile performer who is equally at home bringing her own unique style to a current hit.

Amahli is currently taking acting and singing classes at Dan Hamill Performance Coaching. She loves to entertain and would like to perform at weddings, functions and corporate events in the future. She would also like to pursue her acting and singing both on screen and on stage.


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CharEm (pronounced Shar-Em) is an emerging sister duo based in Melbourne, consisting of Emilee Zeegers and Charlotte Zeegers. They are independent singer-songwriters and have been performing together since 2017.

Their use of tight harmonies, and catchy riffs create their indie, folk, pop sound whilst also incorporating elements of rock and punk rock which gives the girls a broad appeal to many demographics.

Emilee and Charlotte’s distinctive style draws inspiration from a broad musical palette encompassing everything from Australian Rock to Modern Pop and Ballads and are inspired by artists like Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Dido, 5 Seconds of Summer, Hunters and Collectors, and Icehouse.

Emilee and Charlotte draw inspiration from personal and observed experiences encountered in their past.


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23 year old singer-songwriter Billie Rose continues to create her own niche sound with songs that reveal sincerity and depth. Billie’s debut release ‘Company With Regret’ cemented her a position as a emerging act on the Australian alt-country music scene, with tracks being added to ABC national, ABC Country, a single premiere on Double J’s Tower Of Song and video added to CMC rotation.

“A songwriter with musical maturity and velocity of vocal tones beyond her years. ”- Blank Magazine. Drawing inspiration from her early roots in 90’s country, Billie Rose’s growth as an artist has seen her pull influence from the likes of Chris Stapleton and Ashland Craft and this has shaped her sound into the fresh take on alt-country it is today.

Billie Rose has had the pleasure of showcasing her work having shared the stage with Australian greats such as Busby Marou, Fanny Lumsden and Catherine Britt. 2021 saw the singer songwriter nominated in the following categories at the Queensland Music Awards – Best Blues & Roots act, Emerging Artist of the year, and Remote Artist.

This sparked the beginning of an expansion into her song writing and refining her sound as she forged forward into the studio with Garrett Kato, to commence work on the follow up to her critically acclaimed debut.

Armed with a brand new collection of songs and multiple pending releases, Billie Rose is on a clear path to add a fresh take on the alt-country music sceneFor further information and interview requests contact:


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Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Noah Calderan started writing and self-recording his music in 2020. At just 19 years old, Noah has a wide range of music and an EP under his belt, while also being credited in triple j’s Unearthed Class of the Year 2022, single “Bad For Me” receiving certified radium and single “Real Love?” being Top 100 in 2023 on Atomic Radio.

Childhood inspirations such as Ed Sheeran and Matchbox Twenty, and his current musical influences – Braden Bales, The Kid LAROI, Post Malone and Knox – are apparent in Noah’s writing style and creative direction. His sound is a perfectly interwoven combination of all the above.

Noah shares his new single “Teenage Dream”. With love and mystery at its core, the song is a “sing your heart out” pop-rock track that depicts the story of falling in love with someone who has looks and a touch that could kill: “It was a cherry chapstick crime scene”, he sings.

This single comes accompanied by an official visualiser, shot, edited and directed by Natasha Muhriz. Starring himself and his partner Cherri Anderson at a carnival/fair candidly shot playing games and exploring. Teasing the track online, “Teenage Dream” has created traction and new fans for Noah across Instagram and TikTok.

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Bursting onto the scene in 2019 after spending a year writing and recording over in Nashville, Tennessee. This small town Victorian songstress went straight to number 1 on the iTunes country chart with her debut EP ‘The Great Unknown’. Gaining a strong following from appearing on rodeo and B&S stages throughout regional towns, she has created a buzz around her from being a high energetic performer with a down-to-earth feel to her catchy, upbeat original works.

After Covid-19, Jade came back stronger than ever, joining forces with the critically acclaimed MSquared in Melbourne. Named a 2022 StarMaker, Jade subsequently released her smash hit ‘Country Mile’ which charted at number 11 on the ‘Countrytown’ radio chart and was chosen as the promotional song for the 2023 Tamworth CMF. Appearing at festivals such as Tamworth, Deni Ute Muster and Gippsland CMF, Jade is an exciting breath of fresh air to the scene

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Charley has been singing all her life but took up lessons at age 12, after performing and singing a lot, she found a passion and love for it and started taking guitar lessons so she could hopefully one day accompany herself! Now 8 years later she performs every week at restaurants, pubs, weddings, parties and more. During this time she has travelled to Long Beach, California to compete in the World Championships of Performing Arts in 2019 and virtually again in 2020 to place first and third in her categories. It was a no-brainer for Charley to do music in VCE at school and with a lot of hard work, she was able to score in the top 2% of the state for her final grade. She loves doing this as a job and to be able to make money doing music is truly a dream come true.

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At just 12 years old, Tilly’s passion, trust, and instinct to take her music to places most others dream of is inspiring. Being mentored by Aussie superstar Kaitlyn Thomas has paved the way for Tilly to step into a world where others her age dare to go, but she does it with humility and a style all her own. Stepping out into the spotlight is not always easy, and with Tilly’s debut single ‘Backup Dancers’ you get an insight into a strong and uncompromising young girl who is also vulnerable to the hurtful ways of others around her. It’s a song for those who need reassurance that dreams can and should be followed, staying true to your own path even when it gets hard.

Tilly has performed at events such as the Whittlesea Show, Seymour Show, Murrindindi Shire Youth events and more. She loves to perform live. Though a newcomer to songwriting, it has already become a passion and more songs are on the way!For further information and interview requests contact:


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Kaitlyn Thomas has emerged as an artist inhabiting the world of the music and artists she grew up listening to. She is a strong independent female singer and songwriter of the finest order. Kaitlyn is imbued with the spirit, style and sassy attitude of those who came before and she carries on a proud tradition. “I grew up listening to a lot of strong, independent women,” she says. “People like Sheryl Crow, Anne Wilson and Pat Benatar. That was the music I listened to a lot with my parents, particularly my Mum.”

Kaitlyn is performing at the inaugural Molesworth Country Music Festival with her full band. The 3 day festival has attracted some great artists and it is an exciting new addition to music in the Murrindindi Shire. With her new single out titled ‘Damn You’ being added to Country Music radio including Triple M Country and IHeartCountry Australia as well as Spotify editorial playlists pushing the song to over 100,000 streams, Kaitlyn is cementing herself as a top Aussie Country Music star.

Kaitlyn says “With the rock side of things, all the women I grew up with had that grit and backbone, and I’ve also got that raspy thing going on with my vocals. And I want my personality to shine through. I have a big personality and when people come and see me perform they really experience who I am. They’re welcomed into my musical family.”

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Molly Rose is an exceptional talent with a voice that can soar across pop, blues and soul music and then drift in to a dreamy Americana style. As well as performing her own original songs, Molly includes songs in her set-list from favourites such as Adele, Fleetwood Mac, Dolly Pardon and Lindi Ortega.

In May 2021, Molly released her debut EP ‘Hold On Me’ featuring three original songs that all received radio play across Australia. Molly also did a number of live radio interviews to support the release and gained many fans in the process. This release was the culmination of many years working with her producer Paul Ray. Molly has since worked with other artists co-writing with Cameron Deyell (producer for Sia) and Australian Blues legend Slappin’ Gums Murphy.

Molly’s latest release is a soul inspired track co-written with Paul Ray called ‘My Groove’. Again, this release has had play across Australian radio and features as a stand-out in Molly’s live set-list. Live performance is one of the most enjoyable aspects for Molly and she has performed at events across the Murrindindi Shire including the Youth Pool Parties, Alexandra Music In The Park, Eildon Twilight Markets, Sedona Estate, and Kinglake Christmas Carols. Molly has also performed at the Whittlesea Show and Seymour Show and will be doing so again over October/November 2023.

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Brittany Maggs is a dynamic country pop artist and musician hailing from Dural, NSW. With a mesmerising voice and a unique blend of country and pop influences, she has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.

Having honed her craft from a young age, Brittany’s musical journey began when she was just 8 years old. Performing at every concert and competition she could convince her parents to take her too. Her signature sound effortlessly fuses the raw emotion of country music with the catchy hooks of pop, creating a captivating and relatable musical experience. Brittany’s undeniable talent has translated into impressive streaming numbers. Her music has resonated with fans, racking up an astounding 60 million streams on YouTube and 8 million streams on Spotify. Each lyric and melody she crafts carries a depth that connects her with listeners on a profound level, making her an artist who speaks to the human experience.

From local stages to global platforms, Brittany’s performances are marked by her genuine connection with the audience. Her live shows are a testament to her dedication and passion, leaving a lasting impression on all who are fortunate enough to witness her in action. As Brittany continues to carve her path in the music industry, her commitment to her artistry remains unwavering. Her evolution as an artist, coupled with her ability to blend genres seamlessly, promises an exciting future for her and her ever-growing fanbase. With her infectious melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and magnetic stage presence, Brittany Maggs is undoubtedly a rising star in both the country and pop music scenes

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Sally Jane is well and truly on her way to music success. The successful release of her debut EP resulted with three of the four tracks in the top 10 AMRAP Regional Charts including the number one spot with “Kiss You When The Rain Comes”. Sally Jane’s fourth track “Too Young” was a finalist in the West Australian Music Song of the Year Awards, an achievement Sally Jane is very proud of. Sally Jane’s most recent three-month tour of the Western Australian – Pilbara and Kimberley regions exceeded expectations and was quickly followed with a return to Tamworth and South Australia. Country music was always going to be Sally’s home after growing up on a healthy diet of long road trips accompanied by the music of Adam Brand, Adam Harvey, Kasey Chambers, and Troy Cassar-Daley, all of who she has since shared a stage or duetted with.

From small WA town Serpentine, Sally’s music has taken her to many incredible places including opening the 2020 Tamworth Country Music Festival and singing for the legendary Joy McKean for her 90th Birthday. As a full time, touring artist Sally Jane is well known for her professional delivery across Australia.
Sally Jane won the WA Junior Vocalist in 2019 and People’s Choice 2020 at the Boyup Brook Country music festival, was a finalist in the 2022 WA song of the year awards and most recently her debut EP a finalist in WA Country Music Album of the year.

Sally’s hard work is paying off with sponsorship by established companies, with Sally Jane an ambassador for brands including Warrior Racing, Takamine Guitars through Pro Music Australia, Thomas Cook Clothing Co., Wrangler Western Wear Australia, and Audio-Technica Australia. Sally Jane is the latest addition to the amazing Western Australian Spinifex Brewing Co in its “Doing Good things with Great Beer” sponsorship program. These organisations include Western Force Rugby, Yirra Yaakin Theatre, Connected By and now Sally Jane Music.

While her debut EP is all original songs, Sally Jane has had the opportunity to co-write with some of Australia’s top songwriters including Allan Caswell, Luke O’Shea, and Matt Scullion. Sally Jane is expanding her career rapidly with requests to MC at major festivals and has a desire to help and mentor young emerging artists in the future.For further information and interview requests contact:


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Camryn has been performing from a very early age, whether it be singing
the National Anthem at School Assembly in Prep or just around the house with her mum and sister Indiana, to performing at the recent Whittlesea Show and Murrindindi Shire Youth Pool Parties.

At just 14, Camryn is further embracing her musical gifts by learning to play the piano and she can create beautiful harmonies with her voice as well as taking the
lead on a growing repertoire of songs.

Since joining the Paul Ray Music Group, Camryn’s confidence has grown immensely and we are very much looking forward to what is to come for this emerging talent.

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Lucey is an awesome young rock band from the VIC border region.

We have 5 talented members on the bass, keys, guitar, drums and vocals and play a mix of covers and original songs with a 1960s – 1990s rock/funk feel. We’re heavily inspired by the likes of The Beatles, Stevie Wonder and The Eagles.

We’ve been gigging around the Albury Wodonga border region for the past year, playing at various pubs/hotels and charity functions and have also just recently won the Busking Competition in Rutherglen. We’ve got a few songs out with a couple more on the way.

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Ada O’Loughlin is achieving musical milestones many others dream of, and at just 8 years old the future is incredibly bright for this young singer from Kinglake. It also helps having older sister, popular Country Pop artist Maya O’Loughlin in her corner. Ada was keen to sign up for the recent Kilmore Regional Busking Championships and went on to the final taking out first place in the Primary category with her gorgeous version of the Bill Withers classic ‘Lean On Me’.

Ada has also performed at the Whittlesea Show, Kinglake Pub, Murrindindi Shire Youth Pool Parties as well as appearing on Instagram live shows as part of the Paul Ray Music Group. She is brave and ready for more live performing and enjoys learning new songs that she can add to her growing list.

Ada will keep learning her craft over the coming years and keep growing in confidence to achieve the goals she is setting for herself. We are all really excited for Ada’s musical future.

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At just 21 years old, singer-songwriter Isabelle Zoch displays a vibrant personality to match her powerful and soulful voice. From the small town of Pyalong in regional Victoria, Isabelle is now showcasing her music to the world.

Surrounded by a large musical family, music and singing were always on the cards for Isabelle. At 19, she jumped into her first year of a bachelor’s degree in music performance at Collarts, but Isabelle had already been performing live for a decade before then. Her father, a blues guitarist ,was the roots to her deep attraction and admiration to blues and roots music and Isabelle also immersed herself greatly in 60s and 70s soul and funk music which has since shaped her stage persona and style.

Isabelle carries a deep admiration for some of the worlds greatest songwriters and vocalists including Amy Winehouse, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, Aretha Franklin, Joni Mitchell and many more who have all inspired her direction as a young musician. With many opportunities to perform live at amazing events and venues and the having the opportunity to record music at the age of 15 she began writing her own original songs.

Since finishing her bachelor degree in music, Isabelle as gone on to perform many of her own songs as well as playing in many cover bands for any and every function! Since seriously delving into her passion this vibrant singer has worked with a multitude of influential and talented people who have all shaped her path in the industry. Having been mentored and playing alongside many incredible Melbourne musicians and industry professionals. Isabelle has gained essential knowledge and exposure to help get this far and to continue to excel.

Now focused on being able to debut her own original soulful groovy music with everyone, Isabelle continues to create and perform with other talented musicians.

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Grace Frost, 20, made a name for herself during the Victorian lockdowns, taking to social media platform TikTok with her three-word songwriting challenges, and performing various covers and originals. After some of her three word challenges went viral on TikTok, massing a combined 5 million views, Grace released her debut single ‘Heads or Tails’ in July 2021.
 
Her sophomore single ‘321’ was released in March 2022, originally written from the three words ‘rocket’, ‘cupboard’ and ‘glue’. Now boasting over 150,000 followers, Grace’s most recent single ‘Hooked and Torn’, released November 2022, is her most vulnerable song yet, exploring the pain of unrequited love. Taking inspiration from fellow artists Lizzie McAlpine and Taylor Swift, Grace has always placed emphasis on storytelling and lyrics in her songwriting

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13yo aspiring singer/songwriter Maya O’Loughlin is a country/pop star in the making. Her new release You & I which is a cover of the Emmagen Rain song was originally planned as a song to bring to singing lessons and possibly add to her live set, but then Maya was then keen to see where she could take it just for fun in the studio. It became obvious that the song deserved to be heard by music fans everywhere.

Maya has a very busy Summer of gigs coming up with the Murrindindi Shire Youth pool parties, Eildon Markets, as well as being announced as a performer at the Country By The Bay Festival in March next year with artists like Adam Brand and Casey Barnes. Follow Maya on Instagram at @mayaoloughlinmusic

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By 14 she had formed her first band ‘The Inner Vision’, recording an EP and touring in the UK. This included ‘The Fleece’ in Bristol as part of the Dreamfields creative youth program, gracing the stage where legendary artists like Radiohead and Jeff Buckley performed.

Over the next few years The Inner Vision would play many shows around the North East region of Victoria supporting the likes of Ruby Fields and Baker Boy. By 2020 Asha decided to focus on her solo project and released her Debut single ‘Burnt Toast and Marmalade’ winning several awards with a 4 star review from Dave Ruby Howe on Triple J Unearthed – “This one lurches forward like it’s full of white knuckled tension and torment, Asha lets it all out on this track”.

Asha continued to play shows throughout 2020 where she could, whilst balancing music with her schooling and a global pandemic. In early 2021 Asha was given an incredible opportunity to chat to Coldplay’s Chris Martin for a Webex promo seminar. After inquiring about her music Chris looked her up and listened to her latest single ‘Not 4 U’ (released the same day as the seminar) whilst on Webex and was extremely impressed by the Asha’s talent with what he heard.

“Wow, that’s wonderful” – Chris Martin Coldplay

Since the Webex promo seminar was released publicly things have moved rapidly with Asha interviewed on national breakfast TV programs including, Channel 7’s Sunrise and ABC Mornings and playing live on channel 9’s the ‘Today Show’, where Asha received further accolades. “Great voice, incredible lyrics…you are such a phenomenal talent” – David Campbell The Today Show. Articles have been written about the interview with Chris Martin globally, spreading Asha’s music around the world and her clip on Youtube received 9.3K views in just under a week.

Asha has since been back in the studio recording her latest single ‘Dragonfruit

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Meeting in their high school music class in the little town of Kilmore, VIC. Beau Farrell (Vox and Guitar), Xavier Kelly (Drums) Harry Palmer (guitar), Liam Walker (Bass), and Joshua Ryan (Guitar) came together to form Swim State.

They pride themselves on their infectiously positive, high energy live shows and have just cut their first single ‘Bedtime Story.’ Swim State are the shimmery indie drive for the ride home.

 

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Formed in 2021, Lucid Aux are a Kinglake based Indie Rock band with a distinct sound, one they had been crafting in high school and are now pushing further fuelled by passion and groove. The 3-piece is made up by Isaak Cugley, Jai Brackenridge and Riley Lever.

Since heading out playing the live circuit they have been welcomed in by popular venues such as the iconic ‘Cherry Bar’ and ‘Whole Lotta Love Bar’. The band is now set to release their debut single ‘Assume’ which has a killer moody rock vibe. It’s just the beginning of what is to come for this young band who are setting the bar very high.

 

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PINK ENVY have performed at over 1,000 events across Australia; making them the most seasoned performers in their league.

At 24 years of age, the pair have been performing since the young age of five around music venues in Sydney, Gold Coast, Adelaide and their hometown Melbourne. Now adults, they wow their crowds with their tight harmonies, warm melodies, iconic twinship and their passion for music. Inspired by artists like Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande and World Class Pop Stars of the like, PINK ENVY capture any crowd with their inspirational messages through their music; passionately speaking out about current social issues but in particular bullying and domestic violence. While PINK ENVY can bring an entire stadium to tears with their powerful ballads, they sure know how to entertain and will have you on your feet wanting more. With massive achievements under their belt including Best Pop Song in Los Angeles, PINK ENVY are on their way to becoming the next international superstar in the Music Industry, so if these girls don’t infect you – we don’t know what will!

PINK ENVY’s independent work has found them performing on major stages and on TV in front of thousands. The highly anticipated release of their debut Studio Album ‘Silver Spoon’ helped introduce the duo to Australia and beyond. Their first Single off the Album, ‘Barbie Doll’, debuted at #3 on the Triple J Top 100 Charts in Australia in October 2020, while their second Single, ‘Serve It’, debuted at #1 on the AIM Charts and remained there for four consecutive weeks.

PINK ENVY are powering up a storm and are a force not to be reckoned with. Composing, arranging and distributing ‘Silver Spoon’ independently, the Album was aimed at addressing former bullies. The Melbourne pair hope to support any followers who fall victim to bullying, as well as gain an extended following from their catchy, urban pop rock sound. These girls know how to say what they need to with femininity, attitude and powerful-lyrics like “just like a champion all I do is hit it back,” “they talk behind my back but when they say it to my face it’s respect..” and “you want a good girl? Me? I’m so bad though…”

PINK ENVY also pride themselves in being community focused where they involve themselves as much as they can in their community to help make it a better place. Volunteering for organisations such as Relay4Life, Camp4Cancer and other cancer-focused charities, as well as sharing their passion for music through local singing competitions and songwriting workshops makes this duo so unique. The pair bought out an anti-bullying focused album in March 2021 where they completely funded, organised and hosted their own anti-bullying concert for our community to raise awareness towards this issue.

Early 2022 the pair released their fourth studio single ‘Bubblegum’ which showed off a much more raunchy side to the duo. PINK ENVY is here to stay, and the girls cannot wait to show you all what they have been doing behind the scenes

 

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Growing up in regional NE Victoria chasing dreams with her guitar, 24-year-old Jade Gibson is no stranger to hard work and country roads.

Her infectious personality, powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence has seen Jade perform at BnS Balls, rodeos, and festivals over the past decade, helping cement her reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting up-and-coming country artists.

In 2018, Jade spent a year in Nashville, TN performing and honing her creativity and song writing to independently write, record, and release original music, including her top 10 chart topping single ‘Til We Fly and fan favourites such as The Great Unknown and Wildfires.

With her never-give-up work ethic and the momentum of being announced as a top 10 Toyota Star Marker finalist for 2022, Jade is more than ready to make her mark on the Australian Country Music scene and beyond.

Follow Jade at www.facebook.com/jadegibsonmusic

 

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He was musically talented, had a great voice for pop, could write, play various instruments, and had already worked with some of Melbourne’s premier vocal coaches and song writers. Hunter started in the industry at only 4 years old and commenced vocal training, guitar, piano & bass lessons which continued through primary school into high school. Hunter is currently studying full time and combines his passion for music with his second love, swimming. Hunter is a competitively trained swimmer (training six days a week), and has been offered placement at a prestigious swim school under the guidance of Olympic trainers on the Gold Coast.

Hunter has the right balance of education, music and physical activity. One of Hunters favourite times is writing music with his songwriter father Hayden and together they write in various music genres. Hunter and his father have written several musical works for Hunter’s debut album which will drop late 2022. Hunter’s first public performance “was the most amazing experience” that he ever felt.

From that, he found confidence and instantly knew he wanted a career in the music industry. “When I finish a project that I have been working on I feel a great sense of pride & happiness knowing that all of the hard work and time I dedicate to writing the songs has paid off”, Hunter states.

Hunter’s favourite genre at present is pop music as he feels that he has the vocal range to deliver a great pop song. His music influences range from 80’s artists through to modern day entertainers such as Shawn Mendes. Growing up in a home that always had music playing ensured a variety of sounds and artists – “My father would listen to Guns n Roses and Nirvana so I have a strong interest in rock bands, as well as liking Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5 & Bruno Mars.

Hunter is an extremely driven, well organised, and capable artist who has leapt into the music industry at a great age to learn about the diversified and challenging roles and environment. PM Records have signed Hunter as a priority artist with a long-term artist development relationship in mind for his future

 

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“I feel honoured that my song VOICES was selected as a finalist in the world’s first major ENVIRONMENTAL MUSIC PRIZE @environmentalmusicprize!”

Sage conjures songs with powerful lyrics, beautiful melodies and unique vocal phrasing, referring to her song writing style as futuristic folk. Sage is a genuine storyteller, immersing her listeners in themes traversing past and future landscapes. Sage’s music is utterly captivating.

‘Voices’ is Sage’s third Single release following on from ‘Werewolves’ and ‘Here Are The Mountains’. It’s a song she wrote after attending the ‘School Strike for Climate’ rally and it offers a critical view of the Australian government’s response to the students who were actively calling for a transformative and urgent climate response.

Voices is a powerful song with an important message, calling out those in charge, who value Capitalism over a sustainable future and dismiss those who dare to strive for a clean planet. This song is a call to action, as well as casting a light upon the toxicity of ageism as felt by every student rallying for Climate change. This is a race and the time is NOW.

 

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“I grew up listening to a lot of strong, independent women,” she says. “People like Sheryl Crow, Anne Wilson and Pat Benatar. That was the music I listened to a lot with my parents, particularly my Mum.”

And the strength, power and lyrical smarts of these women clearly started surging through Kaitlyn’s veins and psyche from an early age. In fact, Kaitlyn was just 12 years old when Beccy Cole declared to her audience, “There’s a star in the making right there”.

This young star has grown up, but she’s not only not forgotten all the lessons she’s learnt on that journey – she’s developed and expanded them. Kaitlyn is not only a country artist but a powerhouse singer of just about anything she feels like tackling. She’s a forceful presence who continues to evolve – exactly as you would expect an artist who’s going to be around for a long time to be.

“This is the music I love, this is what I want to do,” Kaitlyn says of her recent songs and performances. “I started exploring and diving into country music from around the globe. Initially I fell in love with Carrie Underwood. I have a very similar vocal style to hers and I love the story telling she does. That’s what I wanted to do”. “Over the years my tastes have broadened to include Linda Ronstadt, Shania Twain and Dolly Parton.

When you go to country music you go straight to Dolly because she is the Queen.” Kaitlyn’s musical development and evolution isn’t just within the world of country music. As a university student she’s been exposed to an enormous array of music and that’s also shaped the sort of artist she’s become. “I listen to so much music and love it for all sorts of reasons but I always go back to country music because that’s what I want to do and I want that to be my musical outlet.”

“I have spent the last few years writing songs and evolving my sound that reflects my country core and influences I grew up on. Right now, I feel like I’ve finally found who I am as an artist”. Born and raised in rural Victoria, Kaitlyn’s love for music came at a very early age.

Soaking up the music that was being played around her while growing up, they inspired her to begin writing her own songs at the age of 8. And she hasn’t looked back since. Just developed and expanded her pallet. Kaitlyn Thomas is a graduate of both the junior and senior CMAA Academy of Country Music and was awarded Australian Youth Songwriter of the Year in 2012 and again in 2018. She is an entrepreneur who has her own singing school and has also developed song writing workshops for beginner and intermediate songwriters.

Her workshops have been praised and used within Local Government Areas including the Murrindindi Shire. Personal highlights also include performing at Nashville’s famous Bluebird Caf  and Honky Tonk Central in 2016 and receiving an endorsement from Maton Guitars. She has been developing her craft under the guidance of some amazing producers and mentors for many years and has worked with some of the best in the business including supporting artists such as Casey Donovan, Beccy Cole, Darlinghurst and Andrew Swift.

Kaitlyn also had the pleasure of touring with Carter & Carter on their Taste of Tamworth Tour and working with musicians of the calibre of guitarist, Brett Garsed, who is best known for his work with John Farnham and US rock group, Nelson. Kaitlyn’s debut country single, “First Kiss” was co-written with Katrina Burgoyne and is an up-tempo & fun country pop song that matches Kaitlyn’s bright and bubbly personality. Her follow up was the cracking, “Coulda Shoulda Woulda” released in 2020.

“I wanted the song to have a Shania Twain rock feel as I felt the song has her kind of sassiness. I’m super happy with the result and I think we achieved that Shania vibe”. Kaitlyn took 2021 by the horns and showed a completely different side to her music and a growth as a songwriter with her most recent single,

“Make Your Move.” Kaitlyn says the song is “about the state of being carried away by an unreasoned passion and tirelessly waiting for them to make the first move but eventually taking matters into our own hands by giving them an ultimatum so we can move on”. With each new release there’s a definite feeling that Kaitlyn has arrived at a music place where she’s truly comfortable and knows who she is as an artist and what she wants to do. “It’s taken a long time to find out who I am,” she says. “There are a lot of people in the country music world.

Over the last eighteen months during COVID and the lockdowns I’ve been listening to many female artists, trying to work out what makes me different, what makes me distinctive. I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m country rock/pop.

With everything I write the songs all have catchy, melodic hooks. That’s my speciality and what I’m good at”. With the rock side of things, all the women I grew up with had that grit and backbone, and I’ve also got that raspy thing going on with my vocals. “And I want my personality to shine through.

I have a big personality and when people come and see me perform they really experience who I am. They’re welcomed into my musical family.” Kaitlyn Thomas is a young star on the rise – don’t miss a second in the journey of this exciting young artist.

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Growing up in a small town was the perfect backdrop for her to nurture her talent and create her own entertainment, by learning every song on the radio. She started off singing covers of songs but over the past few years has evolved into writing her own music inspired by life experiences, the people around her and her favourite artists.

Tayla takes on every musical opportunity she can and has done many performances at different places such as markets, mini festivals, cafes, concerts and more. Last year she expanded her musical skills and began learning acoustic guitar. One of her many goals this year is to write some original songs with her guitar and release them. Ever since Tayla discovered her passion for singing, she dreamt of sharing her own music with others.

‘How Far I’ve Come’, a meaningful song Tayla released in 2019, is dedicated to a very important person in her life, her Nan, who sadly passed a few years ago. This song intends to inform her of the growth she has experienced over the years, all while still deeply missing her

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‘Beautiful To Someone’ is a heartfelt call for people to look beyond the battle-scars and floors. Beauty is there if you care enough to look for it and we are all beautiful to someone.

Georgia co-wrote this song with Australian country music star Kaitlyn Thomas and producer Paul Ray and it was recorded in Paul’s new studio in Pheasant Creek, VIC. Georgia is looking forward to sharing more of her story in 2022 and enjoying her music journey.

If others also enjoy her songs then that is a big bonus for this aspiring young artist who is keen to get more experience as she progresses through a challenging time in the music industry. Follow Georgia on Instagram where she posts content regularly and stay tuned to this talented artist. 

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Alverie’s sound is reflective of her passion for a broad variety of genres, from Country and Blues to Pop. Much of her younger years were spent writing songs in her bedroom and becoming inspired by artists including Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Missy Higgins and Christina Perri, however Alverie draws most of her musical inspiration from Troy Cassar-Daley, after discovering a love for country music and his story-telling style of lyric writing.

Alverie expresses her experiences through her own exciting melodies, harmonies and soulful lyrics. With a song for every mood, she is filled with anticipation to share her music with the world.

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  • Debut EP ‘Hold On Me’ released May 2021
  • Co-wrote ‘Big Sunshine’ with Cameron Deyell (producer/performer on Sia’s Grammy nominated album ‘This Is Acting’)
  • Latest single ‘On The Inside’ co-written with Australian Blues legend Slappin’ Gums Murphy

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In May 2021 Molly released her first EP ‘Hold One Me’ featuring three original songs that featured on radio across Australia as well as gaining her many fans across the world. It was the culmination of years of hard work with her producer and co-songwriter Paul Ray and both are immensely proud of this achievement.

Molly has gone on to co-write with other artists, Cameron Deyell (producer for Sia) and Australian Blues legend Slappin’ Gums Murphy. After a big year of study and graduating high school, Molly is ready to take her music to even greater heights with more songwriting sessions and time in the studio as well as getting back out on the live music circuit. Follow Molly on Instagram where she posts content regularly and stay tuned for new music coming soon.

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  • Debut single ‘Spotlight On The Weekend’ released March 2021
  • Radio play across Australia and the UK
  • ‘Lakeside Sounds’ songwriting award winner 2021

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‘Spotlight On The Weekend’ was Emma’s first commercial release and it immediately resonated with fans and radio presenters across the world. A gorgeous song designed to bring the feeling of young summertime energy and fun. It was backed with the release of ‘Party On A Houseboat’, co-written with friend Maya O’Loughlin and winner of the ‘Lakeside Sounds’ songwriting award in 2021.

Emma has worked with her singing teacher and producer Paul Ray to develop her craft as well as taking part in artist initiatives run by Murrindindi Shire Youth where she recorded two songs ‘Big Mistake’ and ‘Overcome’ – the latter written at only 12 years old and one of the most beautiful songs you will hear reflecting on how to cope with bullying when it takes you to your lowest point.

Follow Emma on Instagram where she posts content regularly and stay tuned for new music coming soon..

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Maya was able to chat with and learn from UK pop star Katie Kittermaster early in 2021 and was very keen to record her own version of Katie’s beautiful song

‘Friends’ keeping pretty close to the original but adding the Pop Country style Maya continues to embrace. ‘Friends’ continues to showcase Maya as an emerging artist to watch hitting #1 on the Amrap regional chart and being played on radio across the world.

Maya has written songs with Australian Country star Kaitlyn Thomas ‘Summer Days’ and ‘Who’ll Ride The Bus With Me’ and has performed at the Whittlesea Show, Kinglake Country Fair, Montville Lane Sessions showcase events and Murrindindi Shire events.

Follow Maya on Instagram where she posts content regularly and stay tuned for a new ‘all originals’ EP later in 2021.

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Semi-Finalist in 7News Young Achiever Awards 2021
#1 Amrap regional chart August 2021
‘Lakeside Sounds’ songwriting award winner 2021