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Hottest 100 Aussie Songs

AUSTRALIA, JUL 25 – More than 2.65 million votes highlight diverse Australian music voices, sparking debate on cultural identity and evolving definitions of what makes a song Australian.

  • On Saturday 26 July starting at 10am AEST, Triple J broadcasted their annual countdown featuring the top 100 Australian tracks.
  • The event followed public voting for Australian songs from history, with over 2.65 million votes cast, mainly by 18 to 29 year-olds.
  • The countdown showcased a wide array of musicians, including Indigenous performers such as Thelma Plum and Baker Boy, highlighting ongoing discussions about what defines Australian music.
  • Vance Joy’s 'Riptide', a 2013 hit with 331 weeks on ARIA charts, ranked 48th, while Hilltop Hoods were favorites and A.B. Original’s 'January 26' ranked 17th.
  • The event highlighted evolving Australian music identity and contestation over cultural representation amid calls to focus more on Australian-only music.
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The Music broke the news in on Friday, July 25, 2025.
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