🎶 This Week on the Aus Music Showcase

Welcome to another episode of the Aus Music Showcase, your go-to program for the best in music from Australian Christian musicians. Each week, we bring you inspiring stories, uplifting songs, and the artists behind them.

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite artist in the CMAA People’s Choice Awards – entries close on August 8th – vote here https://form.jotform.com/251237972330859

🎤 Meet Our Co-Host: John Newsome

I chat to Newcastle-born, independent Christian singer-songwriter John Newsome whose powerful, acoustic-driven music blends sincerity, storytelling, and soaring melodies. With a background as a primary school teacher, John’s journey into music began early – recording with a battery organ at age five and writing his first song as a teen. In 2003, he left teaching to pursue music full-time, self-producing his debut album Mesmerising. From that first release, his honest, heartfelt style earned attention across cafĂ© stages, churches, and community events (ABC).

Over a dozen years, John has released five independent albums, including his 2022 EP Anchor Here, produced by Jared Haschek, showcasing refined pop-rock arrangements and lyrical depth (johnnewsomemusic.com). His music – singles like Not Giving Up, Speak, Home, and Always – echo for audiences everywhere, earning national radio airplay and topping Rhema FM’s Oz Day30 chart with Home (#17 nationally) (johnnewsomemusic.com). He shares stages with artists spanning Riley Clemmons to Jeremy Camp, and leads worship at Macquarie Life Church in Newcastle.

With a mission to inspire through melody and message, John also supports youth music initiatives via Music Give Life, bringing meaningful, original music to schools and remote areas. His work champions themes of faith, hope, family, and home – rooted in authentic life experience.
Website:johnnewsomemusic.com
Instagram: instagram.com/johnnewsomemusic
Spotify:John Newsome

🌟 One to Watch: ALZZY

Our spotlight this week is Melbourne-based indie-pop artist Alzzywho blends soul, jazz, and R&B with heartfelt lyrics about faith, identity, and growing up. Known for her smooth vocals and uplifting sound, she’s performed at Bluesfest, St Kilda Festival, and more. With tracks like Losing It and Glide, Alzzys music resonates deeply with listeners seeking honesty and hope. Signed to Universal Music Publishing, she also mentors young artists, using music to inspire change and connection.
Follow along with Alzzy here:
Website:alzzymusic.com.au
Instagram: www.instagram.com/alzzymusic
Spotify:ALZZY

🎵 New Tracks this Week:

Nothing’s Got A Hold On Me by Naomi Kwong (VIC)
You All The Time by Saint Victoire (VIC)
Matthew 6 by Tekoa (VIC)
Wherever I Go by Nathan Fawcett, Daniel Hagan and Steven James Boal (QLD)

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📣 Let’s Champion Local Artists Together

These artists aren’t just voices on the radio—they’re people stepping out in faith and creativity. You can make a big difference by streaming their songs, following them on socials, buying their merch, and sharing their music with friends. Every follow, playlist add, and comment helps them keep going. Let’s show up for them!

X Kate