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[2025] Australian Artists: Introducing Notable Talents from Indie to R&B

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Active as a club DJ. Centered on dance music, they mix a wide range of genres including US hip-hop and J-rap, captivating audiences with their unique musical style.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

From Australia’s music scene, a wave of forward-looking new talent is emerging.

From Memphis LK’s innovative electronic pop and Elsie Wameyo’s fusion of Afrobeats and R&B to Shannen James’s soulful indie rock.

This rich tapestry of tradition and innovation is making a distinct mark on the global music market.

From indie to R&B, we introduce the unique appeal of Australian artists who shine with individuality.

[2025] Australian artists: Introducing standout talents from indie to R&B (31–40)

TornNatalie Imbruglia

Natalie Imbruglia – Torn (Official Video)

TornNatalie Imbruglia

Natalie Imbruglia is a multi-artist from Australia who’s also active as a model and actress.

Her musical style leans toward orthodox pop, and she has scored many hits with melodies that are easy to listen to.

The song that propelled her to worldwide fame was Torn, released as a single from her debut album Left of the Middle.

Its catchy, refreshing sound is highly memorable, so be sure to check it out.

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Calvert StreetI Killed The Prom Queen

I Killed The Prom Queen – “Calvert Street”

Calvert StreetI Killed The Prom Queen

It’s common knowledge among dedicated fans of metalcore and post-hardcore that Australia has produced a wealth of top-tier bands.

This group began their activities in the early 2000s, when metalcore was booming, and gained popularity with a sound that brilliantly blends brutality and lyricism.

Guitarist Jona Weinhofen is also well known for his stints in bands like Bring Me the Horizon and Bleeding Through.

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Jessie’s GirlRIck Springfield

Rick Springfield – Jessie’s Girl (Official Video)

Jessie's GirlRIck Springfield

In the 1980s, the most famous male rock singer from Australia was Rick Springfield.

Handsome and also an actor, he was extremely popular at the time.

Their signature song, “Jessie’s Girl,” was a hit in Japan as well, so I think many people are familiar with it.

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Big Jet PlaneAngus&Julia Stone

Angus and Julia Stone – Big Jet Plane [Official Music Video]

Big Jet PlaneAngus&Julia Stone

A brother-sister duo from Sydney, Australia, who play folk-tinged, feel-good indie pop.

Raised in a musical family with both parents as musicians, the two began performing together as a duo in 2006 and had released four albums by 2020.

Their simple yet nuanced sound—untouched by passing trends—has won the love of listeners across generations.

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So Caught UpThe Teskey Brothers

The Teskey Brothers – So Caught Up (Official Video)

So Caught UpThe Teskey Brothers

The Teskey Brothers have grown from Melbourne’s streets into global torchbearers of soul music.

Formed in 2008, they’ve brought fresh energy to the scene with a distinctive style that fuses vintage soul and blues rock.

They made their debut with the album Half Mile Harvest in 2017, and their follow-up, Run Home Slow, reached No.

2 on the ARIA Chart in August 2019.

With powerful, emotive vocals and outstanding guitar work, they deliver an authentic sound reminiscent of Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett.

They have won multiple ARIA Music Awards, including Best Group and Best Blues & Roots Album.

Their soul-stirring live performances and heartwarming melodies continue to captivate listeners seeking the essence of soul music.

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[2025] Australian artists: Introducing standout talents from indie to R&B (41–50)

Battle Scars ft. Lupe FiascoGuy Sebastian

Guy Sebastian – Battle Scars (Official Video) ft. Lupe Fiasco

Battle Scars ft. Lupe FiascoGuy Sebastian

Guy Sebastian is a singer-songwriter who represents the Australian music scene.

He made a spectacular debut in 2003 as the inaugural winner of Australian Idol.

Known for his distinctive blend of pop and R&B, his debut single “Angels Brought Me Here” became one of the biggest hits of the 2000s.

He has produced six number-one singles—an achievement unmatched by any other Australian male artist.

In 2019, he was appointed to the Order of Australia in recognition of his contributions to music and philanthropy.

With his warm vocals and catchy melodies, he’s an artist I highly recommend to fans of pop music.

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Exactly How You AreBall Park Music

Ball Park Music – Exactly How You Are

Exactly How You AreBall Park Music

Ball Park Music, the band that sparked a new wave in Brisbane’s indie rock scene.

Formed in 2008 by students at the Queensland University of Technology, they’ve spent the past 15 years relentlessly pursuing an innovative sound.

Combining catchy melodies with psychedelic experimentation, their music consistently ranks high on the Australian charts, and in 2011 they won the J Award for Unearthed Artist of the Year.

A track from their self-titled album, Ball Park Music, even reached No.

4 in the Triple J Hottest 100, underscoring their proven talent.

Their stable lineup—and the fact that each member actively pursues distinctive solo projects—is another part of their appeal.

A must-listen not only for indie rock fans but also for anyone interested in experimental sounds.

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