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Lowdown Under
IN THIS PHOTO: Middle Kids/PHOTO CREDIT: Mia Naome Al-Taher
Looking Back: Songs from the Best Australian Albums and E.P.s of 2021
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I am a little late to this…
IN THIS PHOTO: Genesis Owusu
but, as I am nodding back at last year and the best albums that came out, I have been looking at various polls and lists (year-end/best albums of 2021) and there are some incredible albums and E.P.s from Australian artists (or those who were raised or born in the country). This nation has always produced sensational music and, even though many critics and sites focus heavily on U.S. and U.K. artists, Australia is a country that warrants even more focus and exposure. From newer acts like Middle Kids and Genesis Owusu, to more established acts like Courtney Barnett and Nick Cave & Warren Ellis, 2021 saw some absolutely fabulous albums from Australian acts! I am going to run a feature this year that highlights the best new Australian artists to look out for. Now, I wanted to nod back to last year and the sheer array of original, incredible and standout albums and E.P.s from Australian musicians. You may well discover a great artist you have not before from the playlist. As you can see, these artists from Australia delivered…
IN THIS PHOTO: Courtney Barnett/PHOTO CREDIT: Mia Mala McDonald
SUCH amazing work in 2021.