Aussies offer poppy gems

Iknow we love to rib our Aussie mates, but they really aren’t that bad. And you know what else? They produce some bloody cracking music.

The first band I have on high rotation right now are Methyl Ethel.

After finding international success with their 2017 song Ubu, the Perth-based dream pop band is back with its third album, Triage.

Triage is a little bit 1980s, a little bit weird, and very fun to dance to at any time of the day.

Frontman Jake Webb pairs emotionally loaded lyrics with carefully layered production that will, at times, send you into a headspin.

If you fancy a bit of Tame Impala, give Methyl Ethel a go.

From alternative dream pop to hazy, sparkling pop in its purest form, Betty Who’s new album Betty is one for pop fans who would inject the genre if they could.

It’s a lot to take in, but so worth it if that’s what brings you joy. There are less of the booming notes Betty Who made a name for herself with, but the restraint she maintains throughout the record is very Kacey Musgraves, and therefore very on trend.

The first part of the record is for lovers. The second half is for lovers scorned.

If you’re time poor, the final two tracks make for a couple of A + middle-finger-up anthems.

Lastly, I’m pleased to announce that we’re one step closer to the new Meg Mac

‘‘mini album’’. Mac shot to alternative fame in Australia in 2017 with her soulful album, Low Blows.

Her latest single Something Tells Me is about making decisions for yourself, and yourself only. The lyrics are headstrong, and supported by a warm, thumping beat.

The track was co-written with Sarah Aarons, who besides being a Mac fan, wrote Zedd hits The Middle and Stay.