From Chappell Roan and Angie McMahon to Ray Laurèl and daine, these are our picks of essential artists for next year. WORDS BY ZOYA RAZA-SHEIKH HEADER DESIGN BY YOSEF PHELAN There’s nothing like finding a fave new artist to freak out over.
So, we’ve drummed up this mix of music newbies and essential rising acts to get some fresh talent your way. Whether you’re plotting the playlist for your next rager or just looking to soak up a new sound, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s our nod to 10 LGBTQIA+ artists that you need to check out. Angie McMahon Melbourne musician Angie McMahon is the perfect balm for a bad day.
On her second album, Light, Dark, Light Again, she reminds us to find solace in ourselves and the silence around us. Her quietly powerful songs land like gentle affirmations, pulling you out of the fog and into something clearer, more promising.