triple j Unearthed Podcast
Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn are your guides through the week's best new independent Australian songs. Meet the next big Australian breakout and stay ahead of the curve. You'll also hear only the very best special content from triple j Unearthed.
Episodes
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 08th 2024
South Summit sound more confident than ever as they deliver big time on their debut album. Plus, an artist from a decorated local pop group launches a solo project that's got people talking.
07/11/24•32m 24s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 1st 2024
Unearthed's Dave and Sara show you some essential new Australian tracks including Rum Jungle's latest winner and something instantly iconic from hyper-heavy provocateur Ennaria.
31/10/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 18th 2024
Is the Australian summer about to soundtracked by UK inspired dance? All signs point to yes with this new Bryson Hill heater.
17/10/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 11th 2024
Suzi's back after a one year hiatus and we're spinning a pop punk hit from TOWNS.
10/10/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 27th 2024
Coldwave show us how to take the trumpet's womp womp to a whole new level while a What So Not collaborator is bringing the energy.
26/09/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 20th 2024
Stunning new music from one of this year's Bigsound standouts + Allday gives his blessing to a 2024 makeover of one his classics.
19/09/24•28m 26s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 30th 2024
Say goodbye to brat summer and welcome in a Wett Summer courtesy of hedonism's best friend BIG WETT! Plus we've got a firecracker track from an Unearthed High alumni ready to go big.
29/08/24•22m 27s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 23rd 2024
Meet the five finalists who've topped the class for Unearthed High 2024! From vibrant West Coast rap to heartfelt bedroom pop and mainstage-ready stars, the talent this year is undeniable!
22/08/24•26m 24s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 16th 2024
The next big WA band drop their debut album details and a must-hear new track + get to know the local folk trio that earned Phoebe Bridgers' tick of approval
15/08/24•26m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 9th 2024
You'll hear a Melbourne artist delivering vulnerability that's as powerful as it is painful. Plus Adelaide's The Tullamarines back up the hype that they're one to watch on the Aussie indie scene.
08/08/24•26m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 19th 2024
Unearthed High is back again for 2024 and here are some early high achievers! You'll hear from an upcoming rapper ready to go toe-to-toe with hip hop's biggest stars. Plus a former finalist back again for another shot at the honours board.
18/07/24•21m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 12th 2024
The Unearthed team has been buzzing about the raw, confrontational work of newcomer Dina Juana who's now uploaded 2/2 great songs. Plus an artist on the Listen Out 2024 line-up keeps building the hype as Australia's next big name in dance music.
11/07/24•20m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 5th 2024
WA's Shadow drops a GOATED team up with Nerve on production + rising four piece Civic Video are giving big Spacey Jane areas with their latest track.
04/07/24•25m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 28th 2024
Your 2023 Unearthed J Award winner makes a triumphant and attention grabbing return + producer Boone turns his local library into a heaving dancefloor on his viral banger.
27/06/24•1s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 21st 2024
Eves Karydas continues to redefine herself with the latest taste of her new album + local rap supergroup Flight Academy recruit all their mates from the east coast scene on a huge posse track.
20/06/24•29m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 14th 2024
There's one track that's got everyone at triple j breathless this week - a super hyped collab between two of Western Sydney's boldest new artists. Plus you'll hear the debut track for an in demand Naarm DJ and producer.
13/06/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 7th 2024
Need some healing indie after a big week? Hang out with Anika Luna on the podcast this week as she serves up new Surf Trash that'll sort you out. Plus, prepare to be introduced to acts that'll have you shimmering like listening to Dua Lipa or melting like listening to Lianne La Havas.
06/06/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 31st 2024
If you’re a fan of acts like Mac de Marco and Twerps, Sara has found you a local band to fill your slowcore indie void.Unearthed Australian Music Producer, Sara Glaidous dives deep with you this week on the podcast to serve up 5 of the best tracks from the week including heavyweights Aleksiah and 2022 Unearthed J Award winner Elsy Wameyo who is taking Hip-Hop to the next level with her upcoming LP.
30/05/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 24h 2024
Claire Mooney hits play on ZOBOT, she's back with a dark hot club hit to kick start a new era. Plus our Bars of Steel comp winner has dropped some severe heat and the new one from Cloe Terare might just be her best yet.
23/05/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 17th 2024
Fremantle five-piece Ra Ra Viper return with new music in almost a year, you'll hear a little sneak peak into some of our TOPS First Plays this week with clovo, plus the ultimate First Nations collab between Moss and Nooky.
16/05/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 10th 2024
Get a kick out of the EP from the Sydney based act who's been working with members of BROCKHAMPTON. Plus Sara Glaidous jumps on the podcast to give you a taste of 2017 Unearthed High Winner Arno Faraji's debut mixtape.
09/05/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 3rd 2024
SPEED drop new music and 2023 Unearthed High winner LEE. makes a huge return? Anika Luna makes her podcast debut to confirm that all the rumours are true. Plus if you're a fan of Clairo and/or beabadoobea, you NEED to hear this 17 year old act who's next up.
02/05/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 26th 2024
An Unearthed Draft 2024 pick uploads for the first time in 2024! Plus join Jerry Agbinya on the podcast to hear a band who'll be supporting Interpol in the UK and Europe, an act he claims to be "one of the most exciting bands Australia has to offer".
25/04/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 19th 2024
Executive Producer Tommy Faith jumps on the podcast to spin new heat from South Summit, he also brings you a tune from the Gold Coast local who's going to be playing co-headline shows with 2018 Unearthed High winner, KIAN.
18/04/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 12th 2024
On this weeks episode Claire Mooney dives into the long-awaited debut album from Asha Jefferies. FOURA returns with new music in about 2 years, kick starting a new era for her sound, plus a fantastic whirlwind of a song from 21-year-old artist, Cowboy Malfoy.
11/04/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 5th 2024
This week on the podcast Adelaide's favourite duo TOWNS return with a new song kick starting a new era. smol fish are back too as they gear up for a run of dates on their debut Overseas tour to the UK and Europe and Claire Mooney spins the debut track everyone has been losing their minds over.
04/04/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 22nd 2024
Hit maker Vetta Borne returns with a saucy, sexy banger and the debut upload from Tash has swept us off our feet. Plus Claire Mooney will introduce you to one of the most exciting up and coming electronic producers and DJs.
22/03/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 13th 2024
This week we get a sneak peak into this year's Unearthed High competition with 16-year old WA star Mariae Cassandra, Mell Hall returns with a new vision, direction and banger, plus Selfish Sons return with their best song yet.
14/03/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 8th 2024
This week at the Unearthed HQ, we're spoilt for choice with crazy good tracks from female artists. It’s only right we serve you a few of our absolute favourites on International Women’s Day!
07/03/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week February 23rd 2024
Wanna know what sounds and scenes are on the way up? This week on the Unearthed podcast we're gonna hear from a couple of rising local subgenres where the emerging talent is rising to the top.
22/02/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 16th 2024
Could we be watching a couple of future superstars getting ready to blow up before our eyes? DRH seems to think so, sounding the siren of big things ahead for garage breakouts The Velvet Club, as well as the Ruel-influenced solo artist Toby Hobart.
15/02/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 9nd 2024
A new sound and a new name for a previous Unearthed favourite. Plus, Melbourne's Money Boys have just released a debut album that's gonna please fans of The Smith Street Band and IDLES.
08/02/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: January 2nd 2024
Djanaba starts 2024 where she left off last year with another energised bop + there's the first new music in a few years from an emerging Melbourne solo artist with the same emotional touches as Didirri and Lizzy McAlpine.
01/02/24•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 8th 2023
Best known for her work behind the decks as Mallrat's DJ, Denim steps out with a debut solo single. You'll hear that as well as a track that DRH reckons is a late contender for song of the year.
07/12/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 1st 2023
Take a trip through Gippsland via the UK indie scene courtesy of The Paddy Cakes and their buzzy new single. Plus a Western Sydney rapper announces brings a steezy heatwave to kick off summer.
30/11/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 24th 2023
You'll hear a big international collaboration that's even bigger on the feelings. Plus a genre-smashing debut that's as scary as it is kawaii
23/11/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 17th 2023
5 songs of the week, giving a taste of the debut album from a booming Newcastle band Rum Jungle + some left of centre groove to reel you in and expand your music tastebuds.
16/11/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week November 10th 2023
Sara Glaidous serves up a handful of past Unearthed Feature Artists, plus hear a new drop from the Brisbane rapper who was the fourth most played artist on Unearthed radio in 2019.
09/11/23•
Top 5 Songs of the Week: November 3rd
Phoebe Go is back and is giving us a taste of bigger things to come plus you’ll be a moth to a flame for this solo project coming from one of the band members of Methyl Ethyl.
02/11/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 27th 2023
Sara Glaidous delivers 5 of the best Uploads to Unearthed from the week. Turn the volume up for a heaving beat from rising dance hall act Gold Fang plus hear the serene follow up single from Cowboy Malfoy.
26/10/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 20th 2023
New solo music from a WA artist who's just been one of the guest stars on Holy Holy's latest album. Plus Unearthed comp winner Squid The Kid soundtracks some relatable late night antics.
19/10/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 13th 2023
Alice Ivy collabs with a super fun Townsville duo + there's new music and a new direction for longtime Unearthed favourite BLESSED.
12/10/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 6th 2023
Filling in for Dave this week, Sara chats to FELIVAND about her new independent release. Plus you'll hear a track that's a cross between Fontaines D.C. & 90's punk ballad.
05/10/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 29th 2023
Sydney's Sammi Constantine gets real about industry pressures putting labels on non male artists + you'll hear party collective Playlunch hit the big blue button on their disco time machine.
28/09/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 22nd 2023
Melbourne's Gut Health back up the buzz with another instant classic, plus an Adelaide solo artist gets a killer feature from some Unearthed royalty.
21/09/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 15th 2023
A Canberra solo artist uses pop music to critique the internet, and following breakouts like Skin On Skin and Logic1000, DRH tips you off about our next dance act obsession.
14/09/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 8th 2023
One of the Gold Coast's rowdiest acts shows a sensitive side on thier new song, and you'll hear the reclusive Sydney beatmaker who has been taken under the wing of GOAT producer Ta-ku.
07/09/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 1st 2023
Fresh from touring with MAY-A, Canberra's Sesame Girl nail both parts of their dream pop assignment. Plus you'll hear a wildcard collaboration from some of the country's most innovative artists.
31/08/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 25th 2023
Two trailblazers from the SA hip hop scene link up with Trials for a potent new single + you'll hear what it sounds like when you mix sunny, Lime Cordiale-inspired indie pop with deep existential dread.
24/08/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 18th 2023
A band outta Melboure called Baby Shower take no prisoners while taking the piss. Also on the pod, you'll hear this week's unmissable collaboration of bass music, hip hop and First Nations excellence.
17/08/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 11th 2023
Tourmates become collaborators as Sly Withers jump on a track with a Melbourne solo artist! And you can indulge in some pity-party pop from a recent Unearthed favourite.
10/08/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 4th 2023
Get to know the class of Unearthed High 2023 as DRH takes you through this year's incredible group of finalists.
03/08/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 28th 2023
A local producer has dropped a tight and bright 2 minute banger + throw your horns up for the pizza guy thanks to a new Brisbane band and their delivery driver anthem.
27/07/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 21st 2023
This week on the Unearthed podcast, Sara Glaidous hand-selects a house party heater from an underground artist. Plus you'll hear a taste of Brisbane band Shag Rock, who’ve been on the touring circuit with bands like Ocean Alley and Lime Cordiale.
20/07/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 14th 2023
This week on the podcast, Sara from the Unearthed team makes her solo debut hitting a home run on some of the freshest new uploads from across the country. You’ll hear from an artist who's set to mesmerise audiences supporting Arlo Parks at her Splendour sideshows, you'll also hear from a stand-out Unearthed High entry.
13/07/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 7th 2023
The Unearthed team fills you in on 5 excellent Australian tracks you might have missed in the first half of 2023 including some dirty throwback pop and an undiscovered gem from the 6K hip hop scene.
06/07/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 30th 2023
It doesn't make me a bad person, it makes me a bad bitch" says Eilish Gilligan on a triumphant return. Plus DRH has eyes on your next fave WA band after DICE, Old Mervs and Spacey Jane wrote the script.
29/06/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 23rd 2023
Nearly three years after a stunning debut, Kee'ahn has new music that DRH thinks is worth the wait. And you'll also hear from the QLD trio who have recruited Juno Mamba, Memphis LK, Sumner and more on their mixtape.
22/06/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 16th 2023
A Melbourne club duo spread the gospel about acid and techno + The Moving Stills drop an instant classic that features Adam Newling wailing on the harmonica.
15/06/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 9th 2023
Billy Davis assembles an A-List of collaborators for his new song + you'll hear a solo artist balancing influences like The 1975 and '90s alt rock.
08/06/23•
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 2nd 2023
DRH catches up with the next great act to emerge from the same band scene as Teenage Dads and The Grogans. And there's a new song designed to trigger core memories for fans of The OC.
01/06/23•30m 4s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 26th 2023
What does it sound like when Flume opens up his song vault and lets the Unearthed community finish one of his unreleased bangers? We've got the top 5 results, ranging from destructive EDM to glitchy hip hop and ice cold techno reimaginings.
25/05/23•27m 15s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 19th 2023
A Gold Coast producer is dropping a new song every week and DRH thinks his latest hits different. Plus you'll hear what it sounds like when Tia Gostelow helps out her old bandmates IVEY with a bittersweet collaboration.
18/05/23•25m 24s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 12th 2023
WA songwriter Sash Seabourne is on the pod talking about his Australian Idol experience and how growing up in "survival mode" influenced his personal new song. Plus you'll head on a mind bending trip with SA's finest six piece psych outfit.
11/05/23•38m 10s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 5th 2023
You're gonna hear attitude, C bombs and impressive steez on a debut track by an artist breaking out as our own 'Blak Britney' + a euphoric house track that DRH rated the full 5 stars.
04/05/23•24m 22s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 28th 2023
There's new music from a former Unearthed High discovery doing big things on the international stage, and two of the best RNB voices in the country join forces.
27/04/23•23m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 14th 2023
You'll hear what it sounds like when PNAU's Nick Littlemore connects with a Newy solo artist to produce their new track and get acquainted with a rising star from the local underground club scene.
13/04/23•27m 27s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 31st 2023
You'll meet an artist going out on her own after singing songs for Peking Duk and Tones And I. Plus, a vulnerable new track from the breakout voice of 2023.
30/03/23•25m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 24th 2023
Some melodic punk favourites have bounced back after label dramas with their catchiest track yet. And you'll hear some local heavy hitters link up with the next wave of hip hop stars.
23/03/23•20m 7s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: March 17th
You'll hear a bloody clapback from funny internet person Sez. Plus, is South Australia the nation's breeding ground for the best new guitar bands? DRH seems to think so!
17/03/23•25m 46s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: March 10th
DRH psyches you up early for Unearthed High's 15th anniversary with some talented alumni + you'll hear the new project from a beloved Brisbane band member doing something completely different.
09/03/23•23m 53s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 3rd
Ivan Ooze is on the podcast talking about finding his way back to music after a mental health break + you'll hear the latest NSFW banger from a local party starter.
02/03/23•25m 32s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 24th
You'll hear the seductive debut track from a Melbourne artist teaming up with Vetta Borne. Plus DRH predicts another breakout band from the WA rock scene to go big.
23/02/23•23m 32s
The 2023 Forecast: Ones To Watch
We've given the Unearthed magic 8 ball a firm shake and come up with 10 Australian artists you need to watch in 2023. Hear the whole lot in full and get to know the next gen of local talent.
02/02/23•54m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 12th
One of the most buzzed about bands coming out of Adelaide delivers on the hype + what it does sound like when you infuse a bit of soul to Gold Fang's magnetic future-reggae movement? Featuring RAAVE TAPES, Gold Fang, ALBI., The Empty Threats and Down And Out.
16/12/22•23m 35s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 9th
One of the country's most charming and cheerful artists breaks things up with their saddest song to date. And there's a new band from Canberra defining the sound of the nation's capital. Featuring Lucille Croft, dogworld, Bumpy, Hollie Col and drest.
09/12/22•25m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 25th
A former Unearthed High finalist drops back in with new music and DRH chats to Yb., the brainy indie artist who you'll fall for if you like Steve Lacy, King Krule, Stevan and more. Featuring Melaleuca, Maina Doe, Yb., Divers & Kitschen Boy and Raymoundouu
25/11/22•30m 13s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 18th
Hear the song that's got the triple j team dishing out 5 star reviews. And a long lost Brisbane supergroup returns with their first new music since 2017. New music from nuum, Vv Pete, COTERIE, Babaganouj and OPUTJO.
18/11/22•27m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 11th
Never shy of an overshare, Bec Stevens joins the podcast to talk authenticity and her new music. As well as that, cop some dancefloor heat from a viral new duo. Featuring Chutney, Ally Rendall, Bec Stevens, Interupt and ENOLA.
11/11/22•32m 27s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 21st
One of 2022's most unexpected Australian duos comes together ridiculously well on their new release + you'll hear a relatable rocker about love and friendship to pull out of a spiral. Featuring Damaged Goods Club, LANKS, Ahlei, Heartbreak In Blue and Pot Plant House Party.
21/10/22•24m 26s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 14th
What does it sound like when a fan favourite Australian psych band splinters off into a dreamy, mermaid-pop side project? You'll hear that and another sibling from what could be Brisbane's most talented family. Featuring Ms. Thandi, GURPAAL, King Ivy, Baby Cool and Madoc Plane.
14/10/22•24m 5s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 7th
Hear the buoyant songwriting of a WA artist that Dave demands you get on your radar + we make some noise about Melbourne groove gods Close Counters and their new party starter. Featuring Close Counters, TEND1E, Kiera Jas, Loretta and GAZAL.
07/10/22•23m 30s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 30th
WIIGZ come through on the podcast to talk about ditching film school to embrace their debaucherous music personas. And then three rising stars of Australian pop mix sugar, spice and everything nice for a super-powered break up bop. Featuring WIIGZ, Sumner, Grenade Jumper, Ivoris x Zhuli x Holly Hebe and Ken Paolo And The Space Cadets.
30/09/22•29m 42s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 23th
Local hyperpop pioneer Donatachi joins the podcast to receive some long overdue flowers. And also, hear a shapeshifting bit of boogie from an artist earning comparisons to Sycco and Remi Wolf.
23/09/22•27m 1s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 16th
Breakout singer songwriter Suzi jumps on the podcast to tell how a nightmare gig inspired her new single + some solo music from an artist that's been working with MAY-A, Lime Cordiale and more big names.
16/09/22•31m 8s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 9th
Meet the bedroom pop upstart from high school that's got DRH running out of praiseworthy adjectives, and then Woodes brings some lightness to a deep and dark dance duo's banging new release.
09/09/22•24m 29s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 2nd
Hear the track that DRH gave a perfect score to with five well earned stars! And pick out your best boogie attire as we meet the band that'll soon be on the road supporting Parcels' national tour.
02/09/22•23m 48s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 26th
You'll get the soundtrack to a rowdy night out with an all-star band of pub rocking larrikans + a producer/DJ on the ascent with co-signs from some Australian electronica's most trusted names.
25/08/22•20m 52s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 19th
A recent guest on Holy Holy's Like A Version steps out for a solo bop + you'll hear what it sounds like when a new Sydney group channels some dirty '60s influences.
19/08/22•20m 52s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 12th
We celebrate a brand new champion of Unearthed High with an instantly iconic voice! And revel in an Australiana booty shaker that covers everything from Kath & Kim to Lee Lin Chin.
12/08/22•21m 3s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 29th
Bask in the euphoric tones of new music from a former Gang Of Youths member and wash it down with some typically Tasmanian DIY as Dave chats with The Sleepyheads about their long awaited debut album.
29/07/22•33m 30s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 15th
Some old Aus music favourites turn up in new projects in this episode - and you'll hear the collaboration between a Brisbane rapper and a box office US producer.
15/07/22•25m 24s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 8th
A pair of WA songwriters showcase the abundance of talent in their region with new songs, while a young First Nations artist weaves storytelling and electronica in both English and Nukunu tongues.
08/07/22•26m 27s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 1st
An underground icon links up with a newcomer for some heavyweight bars, and you'll hear what we mean when comparing a pop collaboration to a Disney moment.
01/07/22•24m 44s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 24th
Hear what it sounds like when a supergroup of roommates throws a 2 minute house party. Plus some smooth '90s nostalgia from a resurgent RNB star.
24/06/22•22m 17s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 17th
King Stingray join the pod to preview their debut album and you'll hear what it sounds like when an Aus electronic icon connects with a rising rookie producer.
17/06/22•27m 22s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 10th
A QLD heavy band comes roaring back from the wilderness and you'll get the first taste of a new project for Tonight Alive singer Jenna McDougall whose love of Missy Higgins and authentic storytelling is now front and centre.
10/06/22•22m 51s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 27th
DRH big ups a heavy band he wants to hear on a Transformers soundtrack + get to know next local club star to follow in the footsteps of Skin On Skin and Mall Grab.
27/05/22•25m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 20th
One of the country's most sought after voices drops an official debut while two more super hyped acts back up their early buzz with great new songs.
20/05/22•23m 5s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 13th
Unearthed legend Gordi lends an assist to another rising solo artist and you'll hear what it sounds like when intelligence and melody get together on the dancefloor.
13/05/22•23m 31s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 6th
Former Unearthed High favourites are back and all grown up + Old Mervs make their case to be Australian indie rock's next big band.
06/05/22•26m 11s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 29th
The spirit of some French house legends flows through one of the week's best songs + there's a rising Brisbane duo making sassy strut-worthy music.
29/04/22•23m 55s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 8th
Ahead of his debut album, prodigious NSW artist Jerome Blazé has an extended chat about making serious but happy music. Plus a buzzed Canberra collective adds another exciting name to its ranks.
08/04/22•28m 50s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 1st
You'll hear the new bass track that DRH describes as "carnivorous" + one of Adelaide's best new bands returns after a lineup change adding violin to their post-punk sound.
01/04/22•25m 28s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 25th
Feel the Yolgnu funk from King Stingray's neighbours out of Yirrkala + a cypher smackdown delivered by some of Sydney's heaviest hitters.
25/03/22•26m 38s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 18th
You'll hear what it sound like when two of Melbourne's best hip hop talents start to bounce off the studio walls during lockdown. And a pair of prodigious pop stars in the making drop new music that executes their grand visions.
18/03/22•21m 58s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 11th
Get to know an artist that's building a formidable presence on the folky/busker pathway akin to Tash Sultana and Ziggy Alberts + hear from a young hip hop artist transcending The Kid Laroi's shadow.
11/03/22•24m 50s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 4th
A much buzzed about young drill artist lives up to the hype + Unearthed High royalty Asta collabs with a local house producer for a bikini-banger.
04/03/22•19m 38s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 18th
Melbourne mystery act have unmasked themselves to reveal some well known creators + you'll hear the debut track from a brand new Aus-pop supergroup.
18/02/22•24m 38s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 25th
Melbourne mystery act have unmasked themselves to reveal some well known creators + you'll hear the debut track from a brand new Aus-pop supergroup.
17/02/22•30m 23s
Ten artists on triple j Unearthed to watch in 2022
We're back! The Unearthed music brains have read the tea leaves and checked the map to bring a list of the 10 artists you need to keep on your radar in 2022. It's our annual triple j Unearthed forecast with Dave Ruby Howe, Tanya Bunter, Declan Byrne, Abby Butler, Tommy Faith and Claire Mooney.
11/02/22•52m 22s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 10th
DRH has picked out not one but two songs to soundtrack your summer adventures + you'll hear new stuff from an anonymous producer whose chilled beats have amassed streams in the tens of millions.
10/12/21•19m 13s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 3rd
How do the 2021 reigning champs of Unearthed High follow up their success? You'll find out and also hear a track that DRH thinks sounds like King Gizz gone to Vegas.
03/12/21•24m 36s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 26th
A triumphant return from a beloved heavy band will send your angst into overdrive + you'll hear from a multi-threat rapper/producer that has earned praise from Unearthed High hero KIAN.
26/11/21•23m 41s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 12th
A rising heavy band confronts a complex mental health diagnosis with skyscraper screams + you'll hear the follow up to one of 2020's most acclaimed debut songs.
12/11/21•25m 15s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 29th
We've got the debut track from a Sydney artist now making waves in California + you'll hear a track that DRH describes as like "cannon-balling into the ball pit at Maccas".
29/10/21•22m 31s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 22nd
You'll meet the offspring of Australian music royalty that's treading her own path now + PNAU mastermind Nick Littlemore has launched a brand new project with an Unearthed up and comer.
22/10/21•23m 19s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 15th
There's a hip hop collab with an Unearthed meet-cute backstory + you'll hear this act that's been amassing hundreds of millions of streams working with K-pop stars and has now dropped a debut original.
15/10/21•29m 2s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 8th
Two Sydney producers drop a Rainbow Road-ready track to give your 2021 a turbo boost + you'll hear from a Melbourne solo artist that's been in the studio with Ball Park Music's Sam Cromack.
08/10/21•20m 39s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 1st
There's an Amy Shark-assisted debut from a Gold Coast artist mixing earnest songwriting with Hollywood production + we start the petition to get a Melbourne hip hop act on tour with Genesis Owusu.
01/10/21•23m 52s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 24th
What does it sound like when a Holy Holy family member creates an unofficial sequel to an Unearthed High classic? You'll hear that and the tropical, eating-stone-fruits-on-the-road-trip answer to Angus & Julia Stone.
24/09/21•24m 51s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 17th
JK-47 returns triumphantly with a soulful and spiritual new boom bap drop + you'll hear the a solo artist that DRH calls a '"vital voice" on the Australian songwriting scene.
17/09/21•23m 46s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 10th
On this ep you'll hear an honest harmonica heartbreaker from Ruby Fields' guitarist in solo mode + the rising Ipswich hip hop collective signal a hot Afrobeat summer with their new drop.
10/09/21•25m 13s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 3rd
One of the members of Methyl Ethel branches out with surprise solo project + you'll hear the song that earned the full five stars from podcast host Dave this week.
03/09/21•25m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 27th
DRH says believe the hype when it comes to this hotly tipped new rapper on the rise. Plus you'll hear new surfy garage stuff that sounds more Skegss than Skegss do in 2021.
27/08/21•20m 44s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 20th
You'll hear a Melbourne artist teaming up with an all star cast of muso mates as well as a big debut track for a couple of previous podcast faves under a new project.
20/08/21•23m 15s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 8th
Everything you need to know about the finalists in Unearthed High 2021! You'll meet the high school aged prodigies who're already impressing big names and vying for top honours this year.
13/08/21•23m 45s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 30th
DRH sings the praises of the next Australian indie band to blow up and you'll hear a debut single from an Adelaide producer that has teamed up with Thandi Phoenix for a super fun disco jam.
30/07/21•22m 42s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 16th
We check in on the Unearthed High class of 2021 with very different but very great new acts. And meet Djanaba, the Wiradjuri and Bundjalung woman that's collaborated with Pnau's Nick Littlemore on this bad arse new track 'Big Titties'.
16/07/21•23m 8s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 9th
A Sydney producer levels up with a co-sign from RL Grime + you'll hear an artist Dave reckons is WA's best kept secret.
09/07/21•25m 32s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 2nd
Have we got an early contender for Hottest 100 meme glory? That and you'll also hear a Melbourne artist whose powerhouse voice won over The Rubens.
02/07/21•21m 36s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 25th
Reach for the spell book cos DRH has found the 'Charmed' reboot soundtrack in this pod. Plus Maple Glider talks about her debut album and finding "home" as an artist after time in the wilderness.
25/06/21•33m 45s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 18th
A Chilean-Australian rapper drops some heat to warm your winter and DRH has found a track that hits like a genetically engineered hybrid of a bop and a banger. Has science gone too far?
18/06/21•21m 6s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 4th
What's it sound like when a member of the Tame Impala and Pond family tree writes a k-hole jingle? And Mia Wray goes three-for-three with her latest stellar upload.
04/06/21•23m 29s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 28th
You'll hear what it sounds like when a formidable live band drops their most radio-ready track to date + two tracks that DRH rates as "near perfect".
28/05/21•22m 35s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 21st
Can 2021 breakout band The Terrys continue their winning run? And you'll hear what it sounds like when a young artist from the home of Australian drill gives us some melodic Afroswing vibes.
21/05/21•20m 52s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 14th
Getting up to no good never sounded so good as Melbourne punks Clowns make an exciting return, plus a Brisbane artist that's got the co-sign from recent Hottest 100 first timer Hope D.
14/05/21•23m 45s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 7th
We kick off with a fresh helping of rap from certified barmen Nerve and JK-47 and you'll hear what it sounds like when a Sydney solo artist takes her queen energy to the next level on a song made in a castle.
07/05/21•23m 34s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 30th
Some coastal indie dudes have channeled the summer of love on their new banger and you'll swear you're hearing an Australian Dominic Fike with a hybrid of hip hop and bedroom pop. New music from Pacific Avenue, Korky Buchek, Yi-Lynn, Olive Amun and HANNI.
30/04/21•21m 48s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 23rd
An anonymous Brisbane producer has made a gorgeous electronic track featuring Gang Of Youths vocals and you'll hear a band that DRH thinks are on the same path trodden by heavyweights like Ocean Alley and Lime Cordiale. New music from The VANNS, sad face, Coconut Cream, The Last Martyr and DoloRRes.
23/04/21•23m 52s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 16th
DRH goes off on a track that was "love at first listen" and there's an interstate team up bridging jacking UKG sounds and Western Sydney hip hop.
16/04/21•26m 11s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 9th
There's the debut taste of a new project for some Australian heavy artists plus you'll hear a Dune Rats-endorsed trio deliver a middle finger anthem.
09/04/21•20m 38s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 2nd
One half of clubby favourites Choomba goes ham with a solo bass burner and triple j Breakfast producer Ash McGregor shares a bop she found to soothe a long-distance damaged heart. New music from Luude, Lola Scott, Gamirez, Boat Show and Jerome Blazé.
01/04/21•24m 40s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 19th
It's all about the new voices and new names on this ep! Emotional blue-collar punk goes back to back with dusty Tarantino-inspired beats and the debut from a pop supergroup of sorts out of Melbourne. New music from Chasing Ghosts, mou, Telenova, Jacob Aedam and Winifred.
19/03/21•24m 0s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 12th
Can Beddy Rays continue their brilliant run of form with a new single? Plus there's a bit of anthem for anyone that's been kept away from loved ones due to border restrictions and lockdowns in the last 12 months. New music from Merpire, Beddy Rays, imbi x Slim Set, Hallie and THE BLOSSOM.
11/03/21•23m 15s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 5th
They've gone from Cairns to L.A. and are doing heavy numbers on streaming but Aussie trio Chase Atlantic are still being slept on. They're on the pod talking about their ride and their new record + you'll meet an upcoming WA band ready to soundtrack a doom spiral.
05/03/21•28m 55s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 26th
Ever wonder what a Confidence Man meets LCD Soundsytem lovechild might sound like? You'll hear that from a Melbourne newcomer as well as the Aus-indie crossover of BUGS and Ball Park Music.
26/02/21•22m 57s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 19th
Imagine if Bring Me The Horizon made some bad arse WWE entrance music. DRH reckons he's got a song that sounds just like that + you'll hear a new solo bedroom pop project rise from the ashes of a celebrated Melbourne outfit.
19/02/21•22m 50s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 12th
Tassie two piece Sumner return with a euphoric PNAU-endorsed hit and you'll also hear what it sounds like when a chill Aussie producer steps out with a new housey side project. New music from Sumner, Jesswar, Belle Haven, 1tbsp and Moody Beach.
12/02/21•27m 30s
BONUS: The ten artists you need to know in 2021
It's a bonus edition of the Unearthed podcast with Dave Ruby Howe joined by triple j music brains like Bridget Hustwaite, Declan Byrne, Tanya Bunter and more to take you through the 10 artists that we reckon you need to watch out for in 2021.
05/02/21•54m 16s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: January 29th
Melbourne heavies Bad/Love scratch an emo itch on their new one + you'll hear a six minute psych-pop mind bender that belongs on The Mighty Boosh. New music from Bad/Love, Made In Paris, Nice Biscuit, colourblind and Babitha.
29/01/21•28m 15s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: January 22nd
DRH brings you a blockbuster week of new music including an assured debut from Melbourne's PRICIE as well as the sounds of one of Australia's most experimental bands having a pop moment.
21/01/21•24m 31s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: January 15
Unearthed High's champions for 2020, Teenage Joans, return with what DRH calls their "best song yet" and hear what it sounds like when Tora's frontman goes solo for an introspective ballad. New music from Teenage Joans, Yawdoesitall, JPL, Placement and Boston Switch.
15/01/21•22m 47s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 18th
It's the last ep of the podcast for 2020 and the Unearthed stocking is stuffed with goodies. You'll meet a Canberra singer drawing comparisons to Arlo Parks and Meg Mac + some garage rockers going glam. New music from Myths, Jess Fairlie, Toyotomi, Groovy Daughter and Le Shiv.
18/12/20•24m 58s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 11th
Brainy new club music co-signed by one of the EDM world's most lauded labels and a high school band out of Berry impress with a new garage-y banger. New from Otosan, Seathru, Ali Adriano, Borderland State and Little Green.
11/12/20•25m 34s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: December 4th
DRH is gonna show you the undisputed harmonica banger of 2020 + a debut track that features a collaboration with Triple One that shouldn't work on paper but absolutely does on record. New from ELKI, Bones and Jones, Jordy Maxwell, Hotel and MADAM3EMPRESS.
04/12/20•23m 11s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: November 27th
Brissy's Bugs return with a new track that rivals their 2019 'Seriously' for hook value and hear the debut track from a Sydney duo that has collaborated with indie rock royalty. New from Bugs, Lucy Sugerman, Royel Otis, Terra and MAXINE.
27/11/20•22m 55s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: November 20th
Have you been looking for Australia's very own Kendrick Lamar? DRH reckons he's found just the artist in this latest episode. As well as that you'll hear the perfect song for summer. New from LOSER, Tasman Keith, Kirsten Salty, Harris and Elle Musa.
20/11/20•24m 45s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: November 6th
DRH finds that sweet spot between The Strokes and Last Dinosaurs with a fresh Gold Coast trio, and cop the debut single from a Perth teenager that's gaining comparisons to Gordi. New music from Taj Ralph, Alt Fiction, Julia Wallace, IJALE and Perve Endings.
06/11/20•22m 45s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 30th
Get to know the 21 year old Melbourne genre-hopper that is turning heads at triple j + two Brisbane heart throbs team up to put the dream in dream pop. New music from Jesswar, Alter Boy, RINSE, Ashwarya and Snuck Out.
30/10/20•30m 47s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 23rd
We've got a new group of Melbourne heavy music all stars with a venomous debut track and one of Kwame's favourite Australian artists goes cosmic funk.
23/10/20•22m 47s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 16th
Nerve makes his case for having the best bars in the country and meet King Stingray, the children of Yothu Yindi carrying the torch with their Yolgnu surf rock
16/10/20•22m 49s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 9th
While your regular host Dave takes some much deserved break, the one and only Claire Mooney is here on hosting duties! The triple j music team legend and the kindest heart in Aussie music is here to share her selections for top songs this week.
09/10/20•32m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 2nd
Pavlova, Russell Crowe and now Mimi Gilbert - they're all things we're proudly claiming as Australia's own. DRH plays you Mimi's great new song - plus a NSW coastal producer with the perfect track for warm weather.
02/10/20•22m 33s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 25th
You're gonna meet a rising rap collective teaming with The Kid LAROI's collaborator + hear some PC music pop purity from a mystery Melbourne solo artist.
25/09/20•24m 24s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 18th
Two future pop innovators get together to make a banger and you'll hear the debut of a Melbourne solo artist that's got everyone at triple j talking.
18/09/20•23m 20s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 11th
No matter what music you're into, Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Director) has something for you. New music from Beddy Rays, Sophiya, The Dead Love, Hearteyes and Pirra.
10/09/20•29m 34s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 4th
It's Unearthed High time and triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is here to introduce you to the finalists - Aodhan, ok2222, Raymondouu, Sam Windley and Teenage Joans.
04/09/20•23m 28s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 28th
And just like that, it's once again time for your old mate (and triple j Unearthed Music Director) Dave Ruby Howe to pop past your feed with some tasty sonic selections. This week, it's new stuff from Agung Mango, FOURA, Sinclaire, Emma Volard and NOY.
28/08/20•27m 25s
Tops 5 Songs Of The Week: August 21st
Five of the best uploads to triple j Unearthed brought to you by your best bud in new music and Unearthed's Music Director Dave Ruby Howe! This week it's comin' atcha from Dancer, Matilda Pearl, PG-13, TIA and Grievous Bodily Calm.
21/08/20•22m 16s
Tops 5 Songs Of The Week: August 14th
Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Director) is back in your pod feeds and he's brought five of the week's best uploads with him! New stuff from Hope D, ROYBOY, ok2222, Pink Matter and r.em.edy.
14/08/20•22m 15s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 7th
Leave the key under the mat, Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director) is stopping by to introduce you to new music from Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, Indy Angel, ASHER, KIT and Commandeur.
07/08/20•22m 22s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 31st
On the menu today, Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director) is serving up fresh stuff from AYA YVES, Yb., Stumps, Big Words and Eternal Crush.
30/07/20•28m 32s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 23rd
triple j Unearthed's Music Director Dave Ruby Howe has raked through the beautifully coloured leaves of new Aussie music to bring you the five best Unearthed uploads. This week, you'll hear from merci, mercy, HAIRCARE, Nectr, BoomChild and Jess Locke.
23/07/20•22m 51s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 17th
triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is sliding into your ears to introduce you to the five must-know artists this week: FRITZ, will hyde, Behind You, IJALE and GENES.
17/07/20•22m 10s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 10th
Need to spice up your playlist? triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is on the mic, bringing you the best five songs from the week. This time around, it's courtesy of VACATIONS, Stevie Jean, Adrian Dzvuke, Adam Newling and Closure.
10/07/20•22m 25s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 3rd
Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Director) is back, back, back, back, back again with freshly baked tracks from Rat!hammock, Noah Dillon, ASHWARYA, Private Function, THE BOY OF MANY COLORS and Love Level.
03/07/20•29m 2s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 26
Memphis LK, Wombat, Semantics, Freesouls and Molly Millington all with new songs on Unearthed?! Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director) is here to take you through it all.
26/06/20•24m 37s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 19
Life. It's unpredictable. Until it comes to Friday because that's the day you know triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is gonna swing into your podcast feed with the best Australian music. This week, new stuff from Shannen James, Thomas Headon, Greatest Hits, Bread Club & Phil Fresh and Bermuda Bay.
19/06/20•28m 55s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 12
Need to spice up your playlist? triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is back with five of the best uploads of the week from Xavier Dunn, WALKEN, Up Late, PRINCI and The Dreggs.
12/06/20•22m 11s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 5
As our DIY Supergroup winner ROYBOY taught us, "ain't nobody ready for the switch up." This week, Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director) is doing things a little differently but you'll still hear new tracks from Grace Turner, KVKA, COLLAR, DREGG, Self Talk and, of course, ROYBOY.
05/06/20•30m 20s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 29
As we bid goodbye to the season, triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is ready to put a spring in your step with new music from Sweater Curse, JK-47, Kaitlin Keegan, Ukiyo and Night Tales.
29/05/20•22m 45s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 22
Before next week's Requestival, maybe you're in the mood for some local music but don't know what to pick. Luckily, triple j Unearthed's Music Director Dave Ruby Howe gives you the 4-1-1 on new goods from Tim Ayre, Bad Juju, Natalie Slade, Dallas Woods and The Moving Stills.
22/05/20•22m 43s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 15
It's Friday, Friday, gotta get up to date with the five best uploads to triple j Unearthed on Friday. Let Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe show off new stuff from Paradise Club, Siobhan Cotchin, Gordon Koang, JIM ALXNDR and THE BLOSSOM.
15/05/20•29m 58s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 8
Aussie artists have been churning out hit after banger after bop in iso and Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Director) has the picked out the best of the bunch. Brand spankin' new ones for The Dead Love, JEFFE & Jack Gray, Ninajirachi, Order Sixty6 and Heaps Good Friends.
08/05/20•26m 53s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 24
There are few constants in our lives at the moment, but one thing we can rely on is the dulcet tones of one Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Direct) taking you through the week's best uploads from Australian independent artists. Here new Beddy Rays, Planet Vegeta, Nick Ward, Taylah Carroll and Self Tape.
24/04/20•25m 33s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 17
From the deep depths of Unearthed's song pool, Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe has popped on his goggles and dived in to find the five best songs. Hear fresh local goodness from Yours Truly, VACATIONS, Nardean, Imbibe and Bugs.
19/04/20•25m 18s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 10
Need some company and some fresh additions to your playlist? triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe is here with the best Unearthed uploads of the week from Mia Rodriguez, The Lazy Eyes, Teischa, ROYBOY and Nick Saxon.
09/04/20•22m 23s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 3
Johnny Hunter, Annie Hamilton, Inertia, Bluey and Noah Dillon have topped the class of Unearthed uploads this week and Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Director) is here to tell you why.
02/04/20•29m 21s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 27
With everyone indoors, there's never been a better time for making music. Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director) has dug through the uploads on Unearthed to bring you the best of the bun. This week we've got new stuff from Greta Stanley, PNK FME, Ninajirachi, MALi JO$E and Teenage Joans.
27/03/20•24m 17s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 20
Not much has happened since you last checked in with Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director), right? What hasn't changed is the quality of music from Aussie artists, including new tracks from Sycco, George Alice, Vetta Borne, DREGG and WHARVES
19/03/20•24m 53s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 13
Another week, another round of fresh Aussie music from Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed Music Director). This week, we've got brand spankin' new songs from Georgia June, St. South, The Shang, Hope D and Cheekbone.
12/03/20•27m 48s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: March 6
Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed's Music Director) is back - back again - to bring you five songs from Unearthed that he's been loving this week. Hear new stuff from Carla Geneve, RINSE, Eluera, Bloom and Otosan.
06/03/20•25m 57s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 28
Let Dave Ruby Howe (triple j Unearthed’s Music Director) give you the hot scoop on five of his favourite Unearthed uploads this week. Listen up as he serves slices of new music from The Nights, Nerve, Chymes, Ms. Thandi and The Lulu Raes.
27/02/20•24m 31s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: February 21
Every week, triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe brings you the cream of the crop from Aussie independent artists on triple j Unearthed and this week is no exception! This time around, here fresh stuff from Hallie, Debbies, Shannen James, Becca Hatch and the artist Dave's dubbed Rex Orange Cordiale - Hauskey.
21/02/20•23m 23s
Top 5 Songs of The Week: February 14
triple j Unearthed Music Director Dave Ruby Howe takes the reins in 2020 bringing you the best new music uploaded to triple j Unearthed. This Week: Dave brings you songs from Alexander Biggs, No Money Enterprise, IVEY, Alexander Biggs and WA outfit Supathick who've roped in members of fellow WA act Dulcie on their new one.
14/02/20•27m 50s
Top 5 Songs of The Week: December13th
This Week: Dave and Max take a look at new music from the likes of ok2222, Timberwolf, Jai Piccone and more on this, the last episode of the triple j Unearthed Podcast for 2019!
13/12/19•29m 40s
Top 5 Songs of The Week: December 6th
This week we're digging into new music from Milan Ring, Korky Buchek and exciting newcomer Sam Windley, among others.
08/12/19•26m 16s
Top 5 Songs of The Week: November 29th
This Week: Max and Dave shine the light on newies from RedHook, Jaecy, Sumner and more.
29/11/19•27m 38s
Top 5 Songs of The Week: November 22nd
This Week: The return of Ro, Approachable Members of Your Local Community and Dulcie join forces, and more!
21/11/19•29m 14s
Top 5 Songs of The Week: November 15th
This Week: Max Quinn and Dave Ruby Howe dive into new music from Sycco, Spacey Jane, GILL BATES and more!
14/11/19•28m 55s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: November 1st
This Week: Introvert are back in a big way, Stevie Jean returns to the Unearthed podcast and more!
31/10/19•26m 44s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: October 25th
This Week: Alexander Biggs breaks hearts, Eluera stuns and Angie McMahon returns to Unearthed on a collaboration with JIM ALXNDR.
24/10/19•26m 38s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 18th
You're gonna hear the latest from Melbourne producer TobiahsPlus, we dive into the long awaited single from Montgomery and get acquainted with D'Arcy Spiller.Emerson Leif - Wake Up With YouTobiahs - Late NightJohnny Hunter - Pain & JoyMontgomery - SureD'Arcy Spiller - Cry All NightFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
17/10/19•26m 37s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 11
What would it sound like if Skrillex were to collaborate with Super Mario? Plus you'll meet Mountain Boy and Flowerkid, two youthful new voices you've gotta hear.Flowerkid - The Boy With The Winfields And The Wild HeartChitra - A KindHorror My Friend - Dopamine WasterMountain Boy - Morning HeartBlanke & Godlands - HellraiserFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
11/10/19•27m 26s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: October 4
Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn take you through the best new uploads of the week to triplejunearthed.com. Fergus James - MistakesScabz - Feel Good SummerYoung Lions - GoldenJAYDEAN - Forget {Ft. Khiakiarra}Jack Botts - Northern RiversFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
04/10/19•26m 54s
Top 5 Songs of the week: September 27
The Prodigal Son returns to Unearthed, plus, when is it time to give your band the ol' rebrand? TAKE OUR SURVEY HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MFSTMC5Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn take you through the best new uploads of the week to triplejunearthed.com. RAT!hammock - PickupAlexander Biggs - MiserableChoomba - WantchuMaina Doe - DelusionLe Shiv - No FreakFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
26/09/19•27m 25s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 13
What's the go with all of these IV League solo projects? Plus, Max and Dave talk up Jedia Woods' Dark Gospel transformation. Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn take you through the best new uploads of the week to triplejunearthed.com. HI MOTIVE - GoneJeida Woods - LVESCKprettything - Endless BlueRumours - IncredulousAodhan - ButterfliesFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
12/09/19•25m 48s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: September 6
Are we in the middle of a Rebecca Hatch Glo Up? Plus, a BIGSOUND recap, and you meet the band bringing disco into 2019. Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn take you through the best new uploads of the week to triplejunearthed.com. Dave Winnel – Smoke Machine Lil Spacely – Murdahh {Ft. Big Skeez/Rico Pacino} Hannah Blackburn – Tiny Car First Beige – DesireRebecca Hatch - Brown Girl Chronicles (BGC)Follow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
06/09/19•26m 17s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 30
Are GL Unearthed's most underrated band? Plus, new Thornhill > new Tool? We ask the question. Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn take you through the best new uploads of the week. Ivey - Talk TalkThornhill - NurtureGL - Night HabitMammals - Calm DownFlash 89 - Body TalkFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
30/08/19•27m 11s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 23
This week, an Unearthed High finalist from 2018 finally returns with new music, plus, Rochkampton brats PANDAMIC hit us square between the eyes. Special guest host Declan Byrne and yr regular friend Max Quinn take you through the best new uploads of the week. || Asha Jefferies – Bad Kisser Yergurl – Love Bite Pandamic - SweaterDVNA – Sushi In TokyoPacific Avenue – Something GoodFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92
22/08/19•24m 56s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 16
This week, we revisit the 2004 Big Day Out Lineup (because, of course we do...), plus a singer from Newy creates an INTERNATIONAL POP HIT.Dave and Max take you through the best new uploads of the week. || Spacey Jane – Good For You || Lonelyspeck – My Angel Goes Before Me || BOI – Sick Of Loving You || Hazlett – Suncats || Taka Perry – Kuruna {Ft. JP THE WAVY}Follow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92Follow Dave: https://www.instagram.com/daverubyhowe/Follow Max: https://www.instagram.com/maxquinn
15/08/19•29m 43s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 9
This week? Maybe the best week of songs on this podcast so far. You're going to find your new favourite song. Book it. Dave and Max take you through the best new uploads of the week. || EGOISM – What Are We Doing? || Miiesha – Drowning || Loser – Out Of Luck || EAST AV3 – Riding Through The Fire || Lola Scott – Heaven Knows ||Follow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92Follow Dave: https://www.instagram.com/daverubyhowe/Follow Max: https://www.instagram.com/maxquinn
08/08/19•25m 53s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: August 1
Is Agung Mango our most versatile new rapper? Plus, an apology from Max Q to The Chats. Dave and Max take you through the best new songs of the week. || The Chats – Identity Theft || Eleanor Jacks - Blue || Semantics - Drunk || Agung Mango – TOUGHSKIN || Sputnik Sweetheart – Us GirlsFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92Follow Dave: https://www.instagram.com/daverubyhowe/Follow Max: https://www.instagram.com/maxquinn
01/08/19•24m 58s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 26
What's the sound of modern Australian pop in 2019? Plus, get ready to have your mind melted by Ninajirachi.
25/07/19•26m 59s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 19
This week we play an Australian realise from one of our biggest Unearthed discoveries Tones & I - with their third single, Never Seen the Rain. Plus, a song from Sam Allen, who some say sounds like David Le’aupepe.
18/07/19•31m 9s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 12
This week we check in with Unearthed High, and hear two standout songs from the competition, plus, in the great Bakers Eddy Debate Of 2019, there can only be one winner. Dave and Max take you through the five best new songs of the week. || Adrian Eagle – 'Housing Trust' || Bakers Eddy – 'Can’t Afford It' || George Alice – 'Circles' || Nick Ward – 'Skin' || Shannen James – 'Something In The Water' ||Follow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92Follow Dave: https://www.instagram.com/daverubyhowe/Follow Max: https://www.instagram.com/maxquinn
11/07/19•29m 6s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: July 5.
We were so stoked about Adelaide songwriter Jess Day when she uploaded her first song earlier in the year – does her second song have the same magic? Plus, a modern gospel song from Chase Atlantic.Dave and Max take you through the best new songs of the week. || IVEY – Bodies || Jess Day – Rabbit Hole || Chase Atlantic – Love Is (Not) Easy || Fraeya – Housewarming || Bad/Love – Nowhere Feels Like HomeFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92Follow Dave: https://www.instagram.com/daverubyhowe/Follow Max: https://www.instagram.com/maxquinn
04/07/19•28m 24s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 28
Meet a dreampop duo who've arrived with an instant winner, plus are Order Sixty6 the Aussie BROCKHAMPTON? Dave and Max take you through the best new songs of the week. || Grenade Jumper – Gazed || Noah Dillon – Don’t Act Like You Know Me || Lorelei – I Am A Road || Order Sixty6 – Suburbia || Pot Plant House Party - OrbitFollow Unearthed: https://www.instagram.com/triple_j_unearthed/ Unearthed's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78d1cKN9xYtKialnOYkI92 Follow Dave: https://www.instagram.com/daverubyhowe/Follow Max: https://www.instagram.com/maxquinn
27/06/19•25m 32s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 21
Your Unearthed Splendour comp winner has a new song, plus, are you a fan of Angie McMahon? You might like Harley Mavis too. Dave and Max take you through the best new songs of the week. || Fergus James – Back To Life|| The VANNS – Mother || Harley Mavis – Thief || Hyclass – Yeah Nah || Bugs – Something’s Bound To Go Bad
20/06/19•26m 34s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 14
Thought Cub Sport were done with their triple j Unearthed journey? Think again. Plus, there's a huge new talent to watch called Miiesha. Spit Chewy – Afterparty || Oh Boy – Angels 888 {Ft. Cub Sport} || Miiesha – Black Privilege || Garage Sale – Home || GALLVS – The Flood ||
13/06/19•26m 2s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: June 7
Max says that one of these songs has the "best and most frustrating" drop he's heard all year. Plus, NYCK blew up the internet in 2016 with their debut song. Three years later, they're back with more music. These are the top 5 songs of the week on triplejunearthed.com, with Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn. Yibby – Folk || N.Y.C.K – LXE || Sputnik Sweetheart – Home Again || August Roman – What You Did To Me || Arse – Safe Word
06/06/19•24m 55s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 31
Meet the producer on Unearthed who's just collabed with Carly Rae Jepsen! Plus, what's Wongo? Dulcie – 'Own Ground' || Wongo – 'Tic Toc' || Feelds - 'Glass Arms' || JIM ALXNDR - 'ily' || Stella Farnan - 'Love Spill'
31/05/19•23m 58s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 24
Pop Punk is back! Meet the Newcastle band giving life to the genre. Plus, what does it sound like when two hearts collide? Eat Your Heart Out - Closer To The Sun || Cry Club - Two Hearts || Nancie Schipper - When You Get Home || Khi'leb - Stay Low ("caleb") || BOI - Imaginary Boys ||
23/05/19•23m 17s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 17
Have Max and Dave predicted the future? Plus, Madura Green are here to prove Australian Emo is alive and well. These are the 5 best songs of the week from triple j Unearthed. || Essie Holt - 'Give Me The Night' || Tasman Keith & Stevie Jean - 'Prey' || Madura Green - 'Popsicle' || The Flowers - 'Truly Madly Sleepy' || Badboyswiss - 'Balance'.
16/05/19•24m 55s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 10
This week's breakout start from Unearthed, Tones and I, is back with new music. Does it live upto 'Johnny Run Away?' Plus, you into Ocean Alley? We've got just the thing for you. || Tones And I - 'Dance Monkey' || Nerve - 'Big Switch' || Josh Cashman - 'Colour/Fade' || Baby Beef - 'Only If The Water Is Cold' || Bench Press - 'Old. Self. Doubt.' ||
09/05/19•27m 33s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: May 3
Imagine a world where Matt Corby and Dave from Gang Of Youths had a voice baby. Imagine no longer -- you'll meet him this week on the podcast. Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn spin thru the Top 5 songs of the week on triple j Unearthed. || Bitlate – Chance {Ft. Olive Amun} || DREGG - Hyperbole || Tamara and the Dreams - LO-FI || Camp 8 - Everything || These New South Whales - Nerve 2 Reverse
03/05/19•27m 21s
Top 5 Songs of the Week: April 19
Who the hell is Bill and what's up with his Mandolin? Plus, some lush electronica from an artist on The Kite String Tangle's record label. Dave Ruby Howe and Max Quinn walk you through the Top 5 songs of the week on triple j Unearthed. West Thebarton - Tops | imbi the girl - used to be {Ft. Superego}| IV League - Cola Tooth World | Angus Dawson - Ngurra | Psychedelic Porn Crumpets - Bill's Mandolin
19/04/19•25m 57s
Top 5 Songs Of The Week: April 12
Is Byron Bay having a real musical moment in 2019? Meet the band who've got us convinced. Plus, Eleanor Jacks is here to say 'I'm Drunk And I Love You'. Fresh Hex - Control Myself | Eleanor Jacks - I'm Drunk And I Love You | Thornhill - Coven | Moreton - Circles | Kinder - No Sleep
11/04/19•23m 13s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs Of The Week: April 4
Meet the brand new 16yo ledgie we're totally obsessed with, plus, are you ready to preach from the gospel of WILSN? These are the 5 best songs of the week on triple j Unearthed. Taj Ralph - Kill The Mood | WILSN - Home | ok2222 - F U {Ft. Zabir & park bird} | SUPEREGO - Burn | George Michelle - Here Right Now {Ft. Gauci}
04/04/19•23m 48s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: March 29
Which song about schnitty did Bridget Hustwaite give 5 Stars this week? Plus, 2019 Ones To Watch, Yours Truly, have returned with a belter. Is it better than January upload 'Circles?' These are the 5 best songs of the week on triple j Unearthed.
28/03/19•21m 45s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: March 22
How do you get Five Stars on triple j Unearthed? Max dishes out a full fist to one band. Plus, is Alex Moses the next City and Colour?
22/03/19•27m 57s
Triple One, Sparrows, Jess Day, Jamie Lane, Georgia June
Max's favourite hip-hop group return with new butter, plus, Why Is She So Beautiful? Triple One - ButterSparrows - Do U Wanna DanceJess Day - Why Is She So Beautiful?Jamie Lane - Say It Again {Ft. Naji}Georgia June - Prove Myself
14/03/19•27m 54s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: March 15
Sould you stay out of east brisbane? Hear the song that gets Max and Dave talking. Plus, guaranteed goosebumps via Moon Saloon.Mid City - No Surrender
07/03/19•27m 5s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: March 1
Forget #MAFS: are you ready to meet Australia's newest Drama Queen? Plus, one of the dreamiest dream pop offerings we've heard in ages.
28/02/19•28m 18s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Feb 22
Meet Tones And I, the most talked-about new artist of this week! Plus, what would it sound like if The Internet and King Krule made a record? Tones And I - Johnny Run AwayAdrian Eagle - AOKJEFFE - Oh DearButter - Hocus PocusThe Sleepyheads - Wired
21/02/19•31m 38s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Feb 15
Get to know the new side project from a major electronic artist and can 2018 hype duo Cry Club back it up on their second single? Dave Ruby Howe and special guest Steph Hughes investigate.
14/02/19•27m 9s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Feb 8
Meet an act that we've tipped as One To Watch in 2019, plus if you like your metal with fire and ice you'll want to get to know Windwaker.
07/02/19•28m 18s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Jan 31
Can you be a sweat professional? We've found two dudes who fit the description. Plus, welcome to Olivia's World.
31/01/19•27m 53s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Jan 25
On this episode, you'll find out what it sounds like when a dark prince meets a dream pop savant, plus, Asha Jefferies asks the question: "If you were my hero, why was I always so sad?"
24/01/19•30m 20s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Jan 18
Meet the hear the first song to get 5 Stars from Home and Hosed's Declan Byrne in 2019, plus, are you allowed to be a firefighter AND a beautiful surfy songwriter? Apparently the answer is yes.
17/01/19•31m 55s
Top 5 Unearthed Songs of the Week: Jan 11
What's the first great Australian song of 2019? Plus, a new songwriter who will turn you to goo.
10/01/19•29m 46s
Tobiahs, Grace Turner, Korky Buchek, XIRA, Gauci
Could this Melbourne producer be one to watch in 2019? Plus, Australia's answer to Tove Styrke.
13/12/18•28m 21s
Kult Kyss, Dallas Woods, Mel Blue, Charbel, SCABZ
What does it sound like when a group of bratty punks canonise an Australian cricket player in song? Plus, you're gonna meet a former Unearthed High artist who's really on the glow up.
06/12/18•29m 9s
Fergus James, Kwame, Sumner, Taj Ralph, The Gooch Palms
Your Unearthed Artist Of The Year follows up his J Award win with an absolute heater. Plus, Taj Ralph graduates from Unearthed High with a new song!
29/11/18•28m 6s
Hi Life, Emerson Snowe, Inertia, Maribelle, Elijah Yo
Is it Janet Jackson season? Plus, a dude from The Creases hits a home-run with a solo project.
22/11/18•31m 31s
Donnarumma, Hemm, Genesis Owusu, Donatachi, Reside
Hear the song that Dave can't stop talking about, plus is there such a thing as a restrained dance banger?
15/11/18•31m 16s