Some music sticks with you because of where you were when you first heard it. The bands you played on repeat during long drives, late nights, and the years when everything felt loud and new.
This month’s RooTunes leans into that feeling, spotlighting Australian bands that have been part of our soundtrack for the last decade. Dune Rats, Violent Soho, Luca Brasi, and The Bennies all helped define a wave of gritty, honest Aussie rock that many of us grew up with.
Alongside those favourites, we’re also highlighting a fresh release from Ruby Fields, bringing a softer moment into the mix.
Whether you’ve been following these bands since the early days or you’re discovering them now, March’s RooTunes is a reminder of how powerful local music can be.
Dune Rats | Loud, Loose, and Always a Good Time
Featured track: Red Light Green Light
Few Aussie bands capture carefree chaos quite like Dune Rats. Their mix of garage rock, surf punk, and tongue-in-cheek attitude has made them a staple of Australian festival lineups for years.
Red Light Green Light is one of those tracks that perfectly captures the band’s energy. Loud, fast, and a little unhinged in the best possible way.
The band is also gearing up to release their new album OLD MATES on 6 March, adding another chapter to their ever-growing catalogue of chaotic anthems.
Dune Rats have upcoming tour dates and festival appearances on the calendar.
Website: https://dunerats.tv/
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @dunerats
Violent Soho | Raw Energy That Still Hits
Featured track: Fur Eyes
Violent Soho helped shape modern Australian rock with a sound that’s loud, emotional, and unapologetically real. Fur Eyes shows the band at their most melodic while still holding onto the raw edge that made them stand out.
It’s the kind of track that sticks with you, blending distortion, vulnerability, and the unmistakable grit of Australian alternative rock.
Website:https://violentsoho.com/
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @violentsoho4122
Luca Brasi | A Decade of Honest Punk Rock
Featured track: Overwhelmed / Ill Prepared
Tasmanian favourites Luca Brasi have long been known for their heartfelt, emotionally driven punk rock. Their album If This Is All We're Going To Be became a defining record for many fans when it first arrived.
Overwhelmed / Ill Prepared captures the vulnerability and honesty that made the band resonate with listeners across Australia.
Now, Luca Brasi are celebrating the record with a 10-year anniversary tour, revisiting the songs that helped shape a generation of Australian punk fans.
Website: https://www.lucabrasi.com.au
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @lucabrasitassie
The Bennies | Genre-Bending Chaos in the Best Way
Featured track: Boring People
Few bands embrace musical chaos quite like The Bennies. Blending punk, ska, and reggae influences, their music thrives on energy and unpredictability while still carrying a strong sense of fun.
Boring People captures their playful, rebellious spirit perfectly. Fast, sharp, and full of personality.
The Bennies are gearing up for a major Australian tour followed by a run of European shows, bringing their high-energy performances to fans across multiple continents.
Website:https://www.thebennies.com.au
Follow them on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @thebennies420
Ruby Fields | Dreamy and Effortlessly Honest
Featured track: Muscle
Ruby Fields continues carving out her own lane in Australian indie music with songwriting that feels personal, grounded, and quietly powerful.
Her new track Muscle brings a dreamy, laid-back moment to this month’s RooTunes. It’s a softer contrast to the heavier guitars elsewhere in the mix, offering a reflective pause in the playlist.
Ruby Fields also has upcoming tour dates around Australia, so keep an eye on her socials for show announcements.
Website: https://www.rubyfields.com
Follow her on Instagram for band news or tour updates: @rubyfieldsm8
March’s RooTunes is a celebration of Australian bands that helped shape the last decade of local music. Loud guitars, honest lyrics, and the kind of tracks that stay with you long after the first listen.
Whether you’re kicking back at home, out with mates, or finding a quiet moment to yourself, the RooTunes playlist is built to be the perfect companion for your sesh. It’s the soundtrack that rolls in the background while the conversation flows and the grind slows down.
Wherever and whenever you grind, RooTunes is there to set the tone.
Got a track that belongs in the next RooTunes update? Send it through. Reply, DM us, or tag your recos and show us #WhereDoYouGrind. If it fits the vibe, it might land in the next playlist.
🎧 Listen to the RooTunes playlist on Spotify and let the mood unfold.