Jade Kennedy

Australia

Writer at Freelance

News Writer at The BRAG

entertainment journo. tour mum. north queensland

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Articles

One Street One Day

4 days ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Hilltop Hoods are set to headline One Street One Day, a brand-new street-style festival kicking off its national rollout in Townsville on Saturday, July 26th. It marks the Adelaide trio’s return to North Queensland just days before they jet off to Europe for a run of summer shows. They’ll be joined by a stacked all-Aussie lineup featuring DMA’s, Meg Mac, In Hearts Wake, Coterie, Brad Cox, Mia Wray and more—plus a spotlight on local Townsville talent.
BARKAA Channels Bloodline and Resistance on ‘Ngamaka’

1 week ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

With the Baaka running through her veins and fury in her flow, BARKAA has dropped one of her most potent tracks yet. Titled “Ngamaka” — the Barkindji word for “mother” — the track is a stirring tribute to Country, a deep well of cultural pride, and a blistering call to action for the protection of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Joel Birch Opens Old Wounds on New Song

1 week ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

The Amity Affliction have never been afraid to get heavy—emotionally or sonically—but their new single might be their rawest song yet. “All That I Remember“ is a blistering dive into frontman Joel Birch’s complicated relationship with his late mother. The track trades metaphor for brutal honesty, with Birch unpacking years of pain in unflinching detail. “My mother knew only abuse and isolation, even in death as she cut her own children off,” he says.
Soul Singer Jacob Banks Brings 'Yonder' to Australia

1 week ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Critically acclaimed British-Nigerian singer Jacob Banks is heading back to Australia this October, announcing a trio of headline shows in support of his latest project, Yonder. Known for his gravel-soaked vocals, cinematic production, and emotionally charged performances, Banks will perform in Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney.
Open Season Supercharges 2025 Lineup

1 week ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Brisbane’s flagship music and arts series Open Season is in full swing, and just when you thought the lineup couldn’t get any bigger, it’s been hit with a second wave of major program announcements. Running through until the end of July, the Queensland winter music series is cementing its place as one of the country’s most exciting live music programs, throwing open the doors to iconic venues and public spaces citywide.
Michael Clifford Drops Punchy New Single, Announces Solo Album

2 weeks ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Michael Clifford is stepping into the spotlight once again—this time with Waterparks riding shotgun. The 5 Seconds of Summer guitarist has released “give me a break!”, a sharp-edged, high-energy collaboration with the genre-bending US trio. The single follows last month’s “cool”, Clifford’s first official solo outing, and both tracks will feature on his debut solo album SIDEQUEST, which lands July 25th via Hopeless Records.
Vera Blue Fights Back with Defiant New Single ‘In The Corner’

2 weeks ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Vera Blue has never sounded more fearless. After a three-year hiatus, the powerhouse vocalist returns with “In The Corner”, a searing electro-pop punch that trades softness for grit, signalling a new sonic chapter driven by fury, freedom, and full-throttle honesty. “There’s a moment, and maybe you’ve felt it,” Vera shares. “Where you’re standing in a room, and somehow, you’ve been edged out of your own life.
ONEFOUR Announce Immersive ‘Look At Me Now' Album Experience in Western Sydney

2 weeks ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

ONEFOUR are going big for the release of their long-awaited debut album, Look At Me Now, with an exclusive, one-night-only event set to take place in Western Sydney this June. Billed as the ‘Look At Me Now Album Experience’, the event promises an immersive celebration of both community and music: raw, loud, and proudly Western Sydney. For fans, it’s a chance to be the first to hear the new album in full, blasted through a massive sound system with the group and their crew in attendance.
Royel Otis Spark Backlash Over Lyrics in New Single ‘Moody’

2 weeks ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Sydney indie-pop duo Royel Otis are under fire following the release of their new single “Moody”, with listeners calling out the track’s lyrics as misogynistic. Released on May 9th, “Moody” was co-written with Grammy-winning songwriter Amy Allen and produced by Blake Slatkin, whose credits include Charli XCX and Omar Apollo. The track has quickly become Royel Otis’ biggest radio and digital hit to date, racking up tens of thousands of views on YouTube and significant playlist traction.
Kneecap Respond to Terror Charge Against Mo Chara

2 weeks ago | tonedeaf.thebrag.com | Jade Kennedy

Irish rap group Kneecap have issued a defiant statement after band member Mo Chara was charged with a terror offence in the UK. The charge related to an incident in late 2024 where he allegedly displayed a Hezbollah flag during a London gig.