Every now and then, a change in environment shifts what you listen to. Different spaces, different sounds, and suddenly your rotation opens up in ways you didn’t expect.
This month’s RooTunes playlist leans into that shift. After one of the Roo Crew spent time at the Rabbits Eat Lettuce festival, April’s mix brings in a wave of electronic influence alongside the alternative and indie sounds we always come back to.
With 4/20 around the corner, this playlist feels right at home. A mix of late-night electronic, laid-back cuts, and familiar Aussie energy, built for sessions that roll on a little longer than usual.
WAAX | Dreamy, Driven, and Deeply Personal
Featured track: Don’t Wanna Die In The Suburbs
WAAX take the spotlight this month with a track that closes out their latest album ANGEL’S MESS. Don’t Wanna Die In The Suburbs lands as a reflective, almost cinematic finish. Dreamy, motivational, and quietly powerful.
Recorded between Brisbane and Los Angeles, the new album marks a huge step forward for the band, showing both growth and confidence in their sound.
WAAX continues to build momentum with new releases and live shows.
Website: https://www.waaxband.com/
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @waax_band
ZHU | Late-Night Electronic Energy
Featured track: Faded
ZHU brings a darker, late-night feel into the mix. Faded remains a standout, blending electronic production with a moody, atmospheric edge that fits perfectly into longer sessions and deeper listening moments.
After catching sets like this live, it’s easy to see why electronic music has shaped this month’s playlist so heavily.
New album: April 24
Website: https://zhumusic.com
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @zhu
Opiuo | Textured and Immersive
Featured track: Jelly
Opiuo adds a layer of depth and texture to the playlist. Jelly feels immersive and rhythm-driven, pulling you into its groove without overwhelming the moment.
It’s the kind of track that works just as well in a festival crowd as it does in your own space.
Website: https://www.opiuo.com
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @opiuo
nimino | Subtle Builds and Easy Flow
Featured track: I Only Smoke When I Drink
Nimino brings one of the standout tracks this month with I Only Smoke When I Drink. Smooth, layered, and effortlessly replayable, it’s an absolute bop that sits right in the pocket of this playlist.
It’s a track that builds without rushing, making it perfect for longer sessions where the music just needs to flow.
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @niminomusic
LUCKY | Floating Through Space and Time
Featured track: Biting Heels
LUCKY caught our attention this month with a sound that feels weightless and calm. Biting Heels is super chill, drifting between moments and creating that feeling of floating through space and time.
It’s an easy addition to any laid-back rotation.
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @luckyisours
WAAX, Fountains of Wayne, and Red Hot Chili Peppers | Familiar Sounds That Still Hit
Featured tracks:
• Planet of Weed
• Reach Out
Alongside the newer sounds, April’s RooTunes keeps a few familiar tracks in rotation. Songs that feel easy to return to, balancing out the newer influences with something grounded and recognisable.
April’s RooTunes playlist is all about expanding your rotation while keeping that familiar RooTunes feel. A mix of electronic, indie, and alternative tracks that move with you, wherever the session takes place.
Whether you’re winding down, heading out, or settling in for a 4/20 session, the RooTunes playlist is built to be your go-to soundtrack.
Wherever and whenever you grind, RooTunes sets the tone.
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