Spotify's Fresh Finds AU & NZ playlist regularly spotlights the local emerging and independent acts you need to know. As 2025 comes to a close, here are the seven Aussie artists whose status as Fresh Finds discoveries will have them dominating the musical discourse next year.

Sydney party-punk group, SoSo, open up about their viral bid to be a number one ARIA band across the board, and the reality of being an independent band.

Appearing before 40,000 at Sydney's Allianz Stadium, Dom Dolla has set new heights for Aussie electronic music.

“Crowded House are delighted to be appearing centre court to mark the opening of the Australian Open,” Neil Finn said in a statement.

“Grab your cocoa and settle in by the fire before your long winter’s nap for a reading of ''Twas The Night Before Christmas' by Papa Het,” Metallica urged fans.

For the shows, The Jane Barnes Band will be joined by special guests Jimmy Barnes and Mahalia Barnes.

They finally got to bang the ’gong 50 years ago this week

“Chris’s music has created the soundtrack to many lives, and his legacy will live on through the songs he leaves behind.”

"Lady Gaga is now permanently captured on the walls of Marvel Stadium, celebrating two unforgettable nights where Little Monsters made history."

Kylie dethroned Wham!'s Last Christmas to achieve the milestone.

"Same time next year?" Two of Australia's beloved summer festivals have confirmed their returns for 2026.