New Music Discoveries: Lucky, Evie Williams, Lykke Li, and More

Our weekly roundup of the latest indie and alternative music releases, including premieres and exclusive tracks.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:40pm by Ben Kaplan

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This week's new music discoveries include the debut EP 'Biting Heels' from rising artist Lucky, the emotive folk-pop of Evie Williams' 'What's A Girl To Do?', the subdued yet uplifting 'Sick of Love' from Lykke Li, and collaborations between SASAMI and Angie McMahon, as well as new singles from Pond, SF Wrens, and The Remotes.

Why it matters

This roundup highlights the diverse range of emerging and established indie and alternative artists making waves in the music scene, providing readers with a curated selection of the latest must-listen tracks across genres like folk, pop, and rock.

The details

Lucky's debut EP 'Biting Heels' features the standout single 'Perfect Pain', a quietly devastating track that showcases her hazy guitars and intimate lyricism. Evie Williams' 'What's A Girl To Do?' is a delicate, slow-burning pop-folk offering that explores the end of a relationship. Lykke Li's 'Sick of Love' is the latest single from her upcoming album 'The Afterparty', capturing the comedown after a night of euphoria. SASAMI and Angie McMahon collaborate on a reworking of SASAMI's 'Honeycrash', while Pond's 'Two Hands' addresses the destruction of a culturally significant site. The playlist also includes new singles from SF Wrens, The Remotes, and exclusive premieres from Hannah Potter, Adam Gaffney, and Anna Jeavons.

  • Lucky's 'Biting Heels' EP was released on April 9, 2026.
  • Lykke Li's new album 'The Afterparty' is set to be released on May 8, 2026.
  • Pond's new album 'Terrestrials' will be released on June 19, 2026.
  • The artists featured in this roundup will be performing live shows in the coming months, including Lucky's solo tour in June 2026 and Pond's appearances at the Against the Grain Festival in Brisbane in June 2026.

The players

Lucky

A rising indie artist who is set to release her debut EP 'Biting Heels' on April 9, 2026, featuring the standout single 'Perfect Pain'.

Evie Williams

An emerging folk-pop artist who has released the emotive single 'What's A Girl To Do?'.

Lykke Li

A Swedish singer-songwriter who is set to release her new album 'The Afterparty' on May 8, 2026, including the single 'Sick of Love'.

SASAMI

An American musician who has collaborated with Melbourne artist Angie McMahon on a reworking of her single 'Honeycrash'.

Pond

A Western Australian indie rock band who have released the single 'Two Hands' from their upcoming album 'Terrestrials'.

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What they’re saying

“Its a little word of encouragement that you've got every right to be very fucking angry about this injustice.”

— Nicholas Allbrook, Pond Frontman

What’s next

Lucky will be supporting MAY-A on her national tour and will kick off her own solo tour in June 2026, visiting major Australian cities. Pond will be heading out on a string of dates across the US, both as headliners and supporting Djo, before their appearance at the Against the Grain Festival in Brisbane in June 2026.

The takeaway

This week's new music discoveries showcase the diverse range of talent and creativity in the indie and alternative music scene, from emerging artists like Lucky and Evie Williams to established acts like Lykke Li and Pond. The roundup highlights the emotional depth and sonic experimentation that these artists are bringing to their craft, providing readers with a well-curated selection of must-listen tracks.